Your friends and family will love these hand-made greeting cards with working lights Participants will create greeting cards that light up by constructing an electrical circuit on paper. While supplies last.
For ages 13-17.
October is Teens Read Month! We will be highlighting the scariest horror books while engaging in traditional gourd arts. Learn how pumpkins became such an iconic part of this holiday while you paint your own pumpkin. For teens ages 12 - 17.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Manhattan Beach Library Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! This will be a special Teen Read Month edition of TAB. For ages 12 - 17.
Get inspired for Filipino American History Month by joining us to celebrate Filipino American artists and discover how history and heritage fuel their creativity. Afterward, paint your own watercolor artwork! For teens ages 12-18.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services.
For teens age 13-17.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library? Join the Teen Advisory Board, provide some suggestions to level up the library, and enjoy some video games with friends too! For ages 14 - 18.
School is challenging, studying doesn't have to be. Come to our study hall sessions at the library for free access to WiFi and space to get some work done. For teens, ages 13 - 17.
Join us to learn about Mahendi, a henna-based body art that symbolizes joy, beauty, and spirtuality. Then, get your own temporary body design by staff from the Karishma Beauty Salon! For teens, ages 12 - 17.
Read the groundbreaking novel The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton and imagine being trapped inside a room with the Greasers and the Socs where solving riddles, clues, puzzles, number patterns, and codes is the only way to escape. For Ages 14-17.
Blackout poetry, or redacted poetry, has been used by poets since the 18th century and is created when a poet covers someone else's text to reveal select words that create a new poem. For teens ages 13 – 17.
Unlock your creativity at our Creative Lab for Teens, where art meets hands-on fun! Dive into the world of hand crafts and fiber crafts and discover your creative potential through crafting! For ages 13 – 17.
Join us for a hands-on makeup workshop designed specifically for teens! All supplies will be provided. For ages 13 - 17.
Attendance is limited and advance registration is required.
Come to the library a make your own spooky bag charm with felt! Practice your sewing and crafting skills while making a fun new key chain.
Walk-ins welcome.
For ages 12 - 17
Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! New participants are always welcome—bring a friend! For ages 13 – 17.
Unwind with us on Friday afternoons as we learn basic ukulele chords and master a handful of songs in a relaxing environment along with other beginners. All equipment will be provided.
For ages 12 - 17
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board!
You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services at the library.
For ages 13-17
Do you enjoy visiting the library for fun events? If so, join us for a morning of fun activities that will engage, inspire, and educate your teen! This program is for teens aged 13 -17 with disabilities and their caregivers.
Celebrate Día de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead with us. Learn more about the vibrant tradition and share memories while creating sugar skull inspired dolls and other decorations to add to your ofrenda! For All Ages.
Join us to bling out your favorite book! Bring your own book or choose one of ours to bedazzle with gem diamond art techniques. You'll get a chance to share and learn about a variety of titles. For teens, ages 13 - 17.
To celebrate Teen Read Month, explore why books are banned and create a poster informing your peers about the dangers of censorship. For teens ages 13 - 17
Join us to learn about fentanyl and how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose. We’ll cover basics on opioids and overdose prevention and discuss strategies and resources to support teens and families affected by opioid abuse. For ages 13-17.
Do you enjoy drawing, painting, crafting, or exploring new creative ideas? Join our Tween Art Club and discover your creativity in a fun, welcoming environment. For tweens ages 10 - 13.
Learn about the history of Halloween and then create your own spooky neon pumpkin decoration. All supplies will be provided. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register all participants in your party. For ages 13 - 17
Combine creativity and sustainability by learning to sew a tote bag that can be used over and over! Space is limited to the first 8 teen participants and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. * For ages 13 - 17.
Thought about growing your own food? Growing microgreens is a great introduction that doesn’t need many tools or much space. Plus, they grow fast and taste great. Learn how to get started and get your own microgreen gardening kit. For ages 12 - 17.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! New participants are always welcome - bring a friend! For ages 12-18.
Learn how to craft with clay as you make a spooky votive. Listen to ghost stories and practice your storytelling skills as you share some of your own! For grades 6 - 12.
Discover Diwali, the Hindu “Festival of Lights” and create a diya (clay lamp) with us. Parents and guardians, please be aware that refreshments will be served at this program. A list of ingredients will be available. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Get inspired during Filipino American History Month by joining us to celebrate Filipino American artists and discover how history and heritage fuel their creativity. Afterward, paint your own watercolor artwork! For teens ages 12-18.
Let's play games on Wednesday! Learn to play or just enjoy Monopoly, Candyland, Clue, UNO, chess, and Dungeons and Dragons -- come play, socialize, and relax with some friendly competition. For ages 13 - 17.
How do you persuade someone to take in your viewpoints? Drop in to participate in fun, mock debates that will enhance your public speaking and persuasion skills. This program will be held in the East Room of the library. For teens ages 13 - 17.
Get involved at the Library! Join our TAB and help shape the future of teen activities & the teen space at the East LA Library. Participants can earn service hours for attending meetings. New members always welcome — bring a friend!! For ages 12 - 18
You’re invited to a bookmark-making party! Teens, join us for a fun workshop to create a watercolor, confetti, or origami bookmark, then pick out your next favorite book to keep and add to your home library. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Teens, bring an old stuffed animal and turn it into a keepsake you'll always remember! Learn more about other artsy activities while you're here and a little about the history of taxidermy. While supplies last.
For Teens ages 12-17.
Utilize your creativity by painting spooky fall-oriented designs on your very own coffee mug. All supplies provided. There will be an introductory Teen Advisory Board meeting afterwards.
Utilize your creativity by painting spooky fall-oriented designs on your very own coffee mug. All supplies provided. Afterwards, join us for a Teen Advisory Board meeting.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! Afterwards, join us to decorate a spooky bag.
School is challenging, studying doesn't have to be. Come to our study hall sessions at the library for free access to WiFi and space to get some work done. For teens, ages 13 - 17.
Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services, while working with teens that share your interests in the library and helping the community. For ages 13 - 17
Calling all teens! The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is looking for you! Meetings are held the last Thursday of every month.
For tweens and teens ages 12 – 17.
Want to make a difference in your library and community while earning volunteer hours? Our Teen Advisory Board is always recruiting! Meet other teens, gain experience and enhance leadership skills by planning and promoting library programs.
Join Sophia Allison in this hands-on workshop to learn the art of hand-papermaking! Transform your old junk mail, newspapers, and homework into beautiful, custom-made paper. For teens ages 12 - 18.
How is it possible to create music with an Arduino microcontroller? Join this MākMō program to find out
as we teach you to combine electronics and computer code to make music. While supplies last. For ages 13 - 17.
Learn about the Native roots of surfing and skateboarding and how Native Hawaiian and Native American youth, artists, and leaders are using this cultural phenomena to strengthen and build their communities.
Día de los Muertos is traditionally observed in Mexico. People honor loved ones that have passed away in various ways. Find out more about this celebration and decorate a paper sugar skull mask. While supplies last! For the whole family.
Help us create a special thank-you community coloring poster to show our appreciation for our veterans! Stop by, color a doodle, and add your creative touch. Once completed, the poster will be displayed in our Veterans Resource Center.
For ages 18+
Get inspired and make science fun! Join us as we explore STEAM concepts with a creative twist. Express your imagination through thoughtful and engaging science and technology projects and expand your knowledge along the way! For ages 13 – 17.
Join us as we use Ozobots to learn the basics of coding. Using color-focused programming, you'll guide your Ozobot through a series of mazes, puzzles, and paths of your creation. Supplies are limited.For teens ages 12 - 18.
Help us create a special thank-you community coloring poster to show our appreciation for our veterans! Stop by, color a doodle, and add your creative touch. Once completed, the poster will be displayed in our Veterans Resource Center.
For ages 18+
Join the Teen Advisory Board! Earn community service hours and provide suggestions for new programs, while working with teens that share your interest in the library. For ages 12 - 17.
Find out the history of games and how they have changed throughout the years. Improve your decision making and problem-solving skills by playing classic board games, indoor games, and video games at the library!
For ages 12 - 17.
Voice your opinions and make suggestions for new programs and services, while working with teens who share your interest in the library, and helping the community. Craft activity also offered. All materials will be provided. For ages 12 - 17.
Learn all about budgets. How they work, how to create one, and how to manage your financial future! Then paint your very own piggy bank to take home. TEENS ages 13-17
Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Join us to craft your own beaded keychain companion. Choose from a range of wildlife inspired designs to personalize your keys or bag or make one as a thoughtful gift. For ages 13 – 17.
Help us create a special thank-you community coloring poster to show our appreciation for our veterans! Stop by, color a doodle, and add your creative touch. Once completed, the poster will be displayed in our Veterans Resource Center.
For ages 18+
Need sources for a research paper? Information about college or careers? Questions about literally anything? The Teen Services Librarian can help! Drop in during this hour or contact the library to make an appointment! For ages 12 - 17.
Join us as we use Ozobots to learn the basics of coding. Using color-focused programming, you'll guide your Ozobot through a series of mazes, puzzles, and paths of your creation. Supplies are limited. For teens ages 12 - 18
Whether you’re a seasoned painter or art novice, we’ve got something creative for you to enjoy. Just choose your supplies and we’ll help you find inspiration! Join us to hang out with other teens and enjoy artistic vibes. For ages 13 – 17.
Love drinking boba tea? Join us in learning about the history of tea making, its health benefits, and modern boba tea culture today. Then, to honor this valued drink, create a boba plushie using supplies provided. For teens, ages 12 - 18.
Join us for a Teen Advisory Board meeting, where you can help guide the Library with teen programming ideas & learn about volunteering opportunities. Then, learn about traditional formline art created by Tlingit and Haida people. For ages 12-18.
Are you a resourceful, hands-on teen? Join us as we learn different knots, make our own paracord creation, and discover how the right knot can be useful for camping, survival, and everyday life! For teens ages 12 - 18.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services. Enjoy team-building games with friends! For teens ages 13 - 17.
LA County Department of Public Health is partnering with LA County Library to provide FREE flu vaccines and COVID-19 vaccines for individuals 6 months and older. Health insurance is not required; however, insurance card will be requested if insured.
Help us create a special thank-you community coloring poster to show our appreciation for our veterans! Stop by, color a doodle, and add your creative touch. Once completed, the poster will be displayed in our Veterans Resource Center.
For ages 18+
Unwind with us on Friday afternoons as we learn basic ukulele chords and master a handful of songs in a relaxing environment along with other beginners. All equipment will be provided. For ages 12 - 17
Join us for a fun summer afternoon of video gaming on the Nintendo Switch! Games include Mario Kart 8 Deluxe & Super Smash Bros Ultimate. Learn about the history of video games and have fun. For teens ages 13 - 17.
Help us create a special thank-you community coloring poster to show our appreciation for our veterans! Stop by, color a doodle, and add your creative touch. Once completed, the poster will be displayed in our Veterans Resource Center.
For ages 18+
Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog and volunteer handler from the BARK Reading Dogs group! For children ages 5 – 14 years old, accompanied by an adult.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! You can even earn community service hours while you have fun. New participants are always welcome—bring a friend! For ages 12 - 18.
Have you ever had a button come off your shirt and wondered how to sew it back on? Join us to learn some basic sewing and mending techniques to help in life’s sewing emergencies! For teens ages 13 - 18.
Help the library brainstorm and create new teen programming while playing games and having some afterschool snacks. Open to all teens, no sign-up needed.
For teens, ages 13 - 17.
Help us create a special thank-you community coloring poster to show our appreciation for our veterans! Stop by, color a doodle, and add your creative touch. Once completed, the poster will be displayed in our Veterans Resource Center.
For ages 18+
Junk Journaling is a way to make art and memories from recycled materials. Start with paper scraps, natural materials or photos, then just write and reflect. Join us in a scavenger hunt and find junk to include in your first entry. For ages 13 – 17.
Join us as we use Ozobots to learn the basics of coding. Using color-focused programming, you'll guide your Ozobot through a series of mazes, puzzles, and paths of your creation. Supplies are limited.
For teens ages 12 - 18
Come to the library to build a DIY micro-green terrarium. We will discuss how greenhouses work and keep plants alive in cold or arid weather. For ages 13 - 17. Stay afterward for a Teen Advisory Board meeting and information about volunteering.
Celebrate native plants and the heritage of Tovaangar which is the homeland of the Tongva people. Learn about California’s native flora and their names in both English and the Tongva language, then bring them to life through art. For Ages 12-18.
Welcome to the Harry Potter Book Club! Today we will be discussing Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. We will be making a sorcerer's stone, remembralls, and flying keys. Fun activities await! Costumes are welcomed. For ages 10 - 14.
Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Are you a resourceful, hands-on teen? Join us as we learn different knots, make our own paracord creation, and discover how the right knot can be useful for camping, survival, and everyday life! For teens ages 12 - 18.
School is challenging, studying doesn't have to be. Come to our study hall sessions at the library for free access to WiFi and space to get some work done. For teens, ages 13 - 17.
Want to spend money effectively and track where it comes from and where it goes? Learn the basics of budgeting and tips to help you stay within your budget. This is part of our Adult 101 series of programs for teens. For ages 12 - 17.
Food Can Be Fun! Want to eat healthier, but don't like boring food? Come by your library and learn ways to make healthy and fun snacks. Develop realistic eating habits that will enable you to sustain good health for a lifetime. For ages 12 - 18.
Join us as we talk about hair discrimination in Native and African American cultures as well as the movement to remove these biases from school and work.
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Found yourself hesitating on how to follow up in a conversation or worried about how to make a good first impression? Stop by the library to learn more about social etiquette and tips on what you can do in some social situations. For ages 12 - 18.
Bring your bestie and take a photo together, then learn how to embroider a felt photo frame using an embroidery needle and floss.
For tweens and teens ages 12 – 18.
Tired of being stressed out? Take a break and join us as we create our own stress balls and learn other healthy ways to effectively reduce stress. For teens ages 13 – 17.
Join etiquette expert Jules Martinez Hirst to learn to navigate social situations with grace, respect, and ease. From dining to everyday interactions, this session provides practical tools students can use immediately.
Are you interested in making a difference in your library and community? Would you like to earn community service hours while having fun? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 14 - 17.
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about the history of pottery in Southern California tribes such as the Mojave and the Quechan (Yuma). Then make your own pot or bowl by using model magic clay. For teens ages 13-17.
Join us to learn about fentanyl and how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose. We’ll cover basics on opioids and overdose prevention and discuss strategies and resources to support teens and families affected by opioid abuse. For ages 13-17.
Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for the library as you earn community service hours. For ages 13 - 18.
Join us for an afternoon of gaming. We’ve got your favorite games on Nintendo Switch including Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 and Mario Party. Test your skills, meet up with other gamers and try some new games at the library. For ages 13 – 17.
Learn about how different Native American tribes design & embellish their moccasins. Then create your own paper version of moccasins that reflect your own values and cultures. For ages 12-18
Do you have fun ideas for teen programs? The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is excited to hear from you! Join us and share your suggestions and voice your opinions for new programs and services.* For Ages 13 - 17.
Navigating college applications can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. Join us for a hands-on workspace loaded with resources.
Ages 14-17
A perzine is a DIY mini magazine that is reflective of you. Come by the library and make one with us. This activity will focus on building confidence and self-esteem. We’ll supply the materials; you supply the inspiration! For teens ages 13-17.
Our Teen Advisory Board project for November is to learn how you can obtain the essential nutrients your body needs to stay healthy by making good food choices! You will also take home a microgreen growing kit to create your own vegetable garden.
Come to the library and create a mini-me reflective of you. This activity will focus on building confidence and self-esteem. We'll supply the materials. You supply the inspiration. For ages 13 - 17.
Celebrate the longer evenings and paint a sunset on a wood slice. Learn color blending and painting techniques as you create your art. For ages 13 - 17.
Join us for an afternoon with Wendelin Van Draanen, an international-award-winning, bestselling author of more than thirty novels including FLIPPED, which became a Rob Reiner directed Warner Brothers feature film. For ages 13+
Do you love to tell all your friends about the book you just read? Decorate a personalized book journal to log all your five-star reads, favorite authors, and more! For teens ages 12 - 18.
Join us to learn more about the tradition and art form of Native American Pottery!
Instructor Rowan Harrison will go over the techniques of making a small pinch pot and using coils and teens will be able to make their own pot.
We will discuss this humorous book by James Patterson about Rafe Khatchadorian, who has foolproof plan for the best year ever: Break all the school rules. Then we will create create our own pictures using small sticky notes. For Grades 4 - 8.
Join LACMA to sculpt a clay calavera (skull), as seen in Manuel Álvarez Bravo’s Día de Todos Muertos (1933), in honor of the Día de los Muertos ancestral tradition.
For ages 6 and up
Join us to prepare for life in the workplace. We’ll cover interview tips and workplace etiquette and guide you to creating a professional resume. We’ll also review available library resources to help you get started. For ages 13 – 17.
Stay cool by customizing your own water bottle holder with quotes or pictures from your favorite books. All materials provided. For teens ages 12 - 17.
Learn about early Native American baseball players such as Charles Bender (Ojibwe) and John Meyers (Cahuilla). Learn about their incredible moment in the 1911 World Series and design a baseball card for either player.
For ages 12 - 17.
November is a time to be thankful and think of others. Join us to create handmade cards filled with positive and uplifting messages for people in the hospital.
For ages 13 - 17.
Join us for a teen screening of the film "Addams Family Values." The Addams Family try to rescue their beloved Uncle Fester from his gold-digging new love, a black widow named Debbie.
For teens ages 13 – 17.
Autumn is the season when the earth begins to cool down and prepare for winter. Learn about this beautiful time of year and afterwards using air dry clay and paint, create your own autumn themed work that you decorate to take home. For ages 18+.
Join us for a stress-free, no-pressure art session where you can draw, paint, and craft. We’ll even provide all the supplies! For teens, ages 13 - 17. Teen Study Room.
Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Did you know jigsaw puzzles support mental health by reducing stress, easing anxiety, and promoting mindfulness? Learn how to lower your stress levels while you work on puzzles with other teens. For grades 6 - 12.
Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Want to make a difference in your library and community? Voice your opinion, suggest programs and services, work with teens sharing interests in the library and helping the community. Then, decorate a personal mug. For ages 12 - 18.
Teens will learn about photosynthesis, soil, water, sunlight, plant nutrients, and the role of pollinators. Participants will conduct simple experiments and create their own small planting project to take home.
For Teens 13-17
Are you a resourceful, hands-on teen? Join us as we learn different knots, make our own paracord creation, and discover how the right knot can be useful for camping, survival, and everyday life! For teens ages 12 - 18.
Join us for our 2nd annual Community Art Show! Creating art is beneficial for mental health, fosters freedom of expression, and stimulates development.
Join us as we showcase art pieces created by members of our community in our art show.
Join us for an afternoon of gaming. We’ve got your favorite games on Nintendo Switch including Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 and Mario Party. Test your skills, meet up with other gamers and try some new games at the library. For ages 13 – 17.
It's the 'Midnight Sun' over here at Lomita Library! Join us while we listen to Zara Larsson on Freegal, try out her dance moves, put on temporary glitter tattoos, and decorate a tropical 'spray paint' style bandana. For teens ages 12 - 17.
Join us to learn about fentanyl and how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose. We’ll cover basics on opioids and overdose prevention and discuss strategies and resources to support teens and families affected by opioid abuse. For ages 13-17.
Strawberries are more than just tasty berries. Come find out how important they are to different Native American cultures while we honor this plant with a fun cross stitch activity. For teens ages 12 – 17.
School is challenging, studying doesn't have to be. Come to our study hall sessions at the library for free access to WiFi and space to get some work done. For teens, ages 13 - 17.
Join us to learn the basics of coding with Ozobots. Using color-based programming, you'll guide your Ozobot through a series of mazes, puzzles, and paths you create. Supplies are limited. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Manhattan Beach Library Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! For ages 12 - 17.
Want to spend money effectively and track where it comes from and where it goes? Learn the basics of budgeting and paint a piggy bank to help you stay within your budget. For teens ages 13 - 17.
Need a place to focus or just hang out? Join our teen Study Hall—a quiet space to catch up on homework, read, or relax. No studying? No problem! Get creative with our art supplies! All supplies will be provided. For teens ages 13 – 17.
Not sure which fork to use? Worried your table manners might offend your friends or their parents? Join us for Dining Etiquette program and learn how to dine in style.
For ages 12 - 17.
Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Join us for the film adaptation of beloved book, "Charlotte's Web"! For ages 5 - 12 and their families!
Film is Rated G and runs for 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Light snacks and refreshments will be available on a first come, first served basis*
Join us to prepare for life in the workplace. We’ll cover interview tips and workplace etiquette and guide you to creating a professional resume. We’ll also review available library resources to help you get started. For ages 13 – 17.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! We'll be in a Study Room. For ages 12 - 18.
The value of journaling extends beyond preserving memories. Keeping a journal also brings with it physical and mental health benefits. Come to the library and learn to build your own journal. For ages 13 - 17.
School is challenging, studying doesn't have to be. Come to our study hall sessions at the library for free access to WiFi and space to get some work done. For teens, ages 13 - 17.
Join us to prepare for life in the workplace. We’ll cover interview tips and workplace etiquette and guide you to creating a professional resume. We’ll also review available library resources to help you get started. For ages 13 – 17.
Art Deco is a design and architectural style that was popular in the 1920s and 1930s. Learn about inspiration, themes and materials used in this art form. We will make bookmarks featuring popular Art Deco design elements. For ages 13 - 17.
Unwind with us on Friday afternoons as we learn basic ukulele chords and master a handful of songs in a relaxing environment along with other beginners. All equipment will be provided. For ages 12 - 17
Join us for a fun summer afternoon of video gaming on the Nintendo Switch! Games include Mario Kart 8 Deluxe & Super Smash Bros Ultimate. Learn about the history of video games and have fun. For teens ages 13 - 17.
Join us in celebrating Native American Heritage Month as we learn about the importance of Native American Rock Art. Then create a rock craft to take home. For teens ages 13 - 17.
Preparing food can be fun! Join us as we practice building balanced and tasty snacks and mini meals. Learn how to develop realistic eating habits that will enable you to sustain good health for a lifetime. For teens ages 12 - 17.
Join us for our inaugural teen book club meeting! We will be discussing the book Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo, and planning out the booklist for the next quarter. Bring a friend! For teens, ages 12 - 17.
Join us for our family movie: Harold and the Purple Crayon. Inspired by the popular book "Harold and the Purple Crayon" by Crockett Johnson.
Rating: PG Runtime: 92 minutes
For ages 6+
Learn a new skill such as crocheting, knitting, embroidery, or cross stitch, or brush up on an existing skill! We will learn basic embroidery in this session. All materials will be provided but participants are welcome to bring their own. For teens.
Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services, while working with teens that share your interests in the library and helping the community. For ages 13 - 17.
Native Americans from the Pacific Northwest, such as the Tlingit and Haida, use form line and ovoid shapes in an art style dating back 2000 years. Come design an image of an animal using the basic elements and shapes of form line art.
Join us to prepare for life in the workplace. We’ll cover interview tips and workplace etiquette and guide you to creating a professional resume. We’ll also review available library resources to help you get started. For ages 13 – 17.
Get creative with Perler beads! Design your own pixel-art creation by arranging colorful fuse beads on a grid and melting them together to create a unique design. Use your favorite book characters as inspiration. For ages 13 - 17.
Want to spend money effectively and track where it comes from and where it goes? Learn the basics of
budgeting and decorate a piggy bank to help you save money. For teens 12 - 18.
Join us for a program that explores the nuances of light-but-engaging table talk. Build your confidence and social skills for both formal and informal dining settings. For teens, ages 13 - 17. Teen Study Room.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Have suggestions on how we can improve our teen area or program ideas? Join the Teen Advisory Board! I'd love to hear from you! For ages 13 - 17
Join us for a book discussion of A Snake Falls to Earth by Darcie Little Badger. Books available at the library for checkout. Ebook available via Hoopla with your library card. For ages 13 - 17
When you've got too many choices and not enough fingers to count them on, it can become difficult to
move forward. Come by the library to gain insight on decision-making and how you can make the right
choices for yourself. For ages 12 - 17.
Join us as we use Ozobots to learn the basics of coding. Using color-focused programming, you'll guide your Ozobot through a series of mazes, puzzles, and paths of your creation. Supplies are limited. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Join us to learn the basics of coding with Ozobots. Using color-based programming, you'll guide your Ozobot through a series of mazes, puzzles, and paths you create. Supplies are limited. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Are you a resourceful, hands-on teen? Join us as we learn different knots, make our own paracord creation, and discover how the right knot can be useful for camping, survival, and everyday life! For teens ages 12 - 18.
Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services. After the meeting get to know TAB members and join us for a game day. For teens ages 14 - 17.
Learn about early Native American baseball players such as Charles Bender (Ojibwe) and John Meyers (Cahuilla). Learn about their incredible moment in the 1911 World Series and design a baseball card for either player. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Drop in for an afternoon of gaming with your friends! We have a Nintendo Switch and games like MarioKart 8 Deluxe and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, along with a selection of classic board games too. For pre-teens and teens ages 12 - 17.
Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is offering free trainings on Hands-Only CPR, a life-saving skill that increases the survival rate of a person in cardiac arrest emergency. For adults, teens, and children.
Giving gifts with 3D printing is fun and personal! Join us for a tutorial on creating 3D gifts of your own.
This is also your chance to join the Teen Advisory Board and let us know what programs you'd like to see at the library.
Want to spend money effectively and track where it comes from and where it goes? Learn the basics of budgeting and then paint your very own piggy bank to take home. For teens, ages 13 - 17.
Want to know how to fix a broken shelf or hang a picture on the wall? You'll need some tool basics first. Stop by the library to learn about proper tool handling and techniques which can help you prepare to live independently. For ages 13 - 17.
Unwind with us on Friday afternoons as we learn basic ukulele chords and master a handful of songs in a relaxing environment along with other beginners. All equipment will be provided. For ages 12 - 17
Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog and volunteer handler from the BARK Reading Dogs group! For children ages 5 – 14 years old, accompanied by an adult.
Drop by the Pico Rivera Library for an afternoon of gaming with your friends! We have video games on the Nintendo Switch and board games to play. Check out our teen D&D group which is always open to new adventurers. For teens ages 12 - 18
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! You can even earn community service hours while you have fun. New participants are always welcome—bring a friend! For ages 12 - 18.
Join us to learn about fentanyl and how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose. We’ll cover basics on opioids and overdose prevention and discuss strategies and resources to support teens and families affected by opioid abuse. For ages 13-17.
Unwind with us on Friday afternoons as we learn basic ukulele chords and master a handful of songs in a relaxing environment along with other beginners. All equipment will be provided. For ages 12 - 17
Looking to get your driver's license? Come learn about the process and work on practice exams with us. We'll decorate bumper stickers so you can add one to your car when you pass your exam! For ages 13-17
Learn about the popular pop-up holiday markets from around the world featuring handcrafted items, then "shop" for your own crafts to decorate for your loved ones. For teens ages 12 - 18.
Come create an eco-friendly, no-maintenance artificial succulent. Combine faux succulents with other materials provided and design a realistic, sustainable, and fun decoration you can hang in your space. For teens ages 12 – 18.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! Afterwards, join us for an afternoon session of gaming on the Nintendo Switch. For teens 13 -17.
Learn all about the winter solstice and how this astronomical event is celebrated around the world. Decorate a wooden house in a winter wonderland and learn how Arctic communities dealt with extreme cold weather. For teens ages 12 - 18.