Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play. A large variety of engaging toys/materials will be available. For infants and toddlers ages 0-3 with a parent or caregiver.
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Grab your travel hat as we take you on an adventure into the world of free e-books available from your library through services like Overdrive, Hoopla, and RB Digital. By the time you return, you'll be ready and excited to explore e-books on your own
Join us to learn about positive parenting and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12.
Where does the food we eat come from? Learn about the history of growing fresh fruits and vegetables in Los Angeles and the role the environment plays in what we eat. Then create your beginner garden to take home. All materials will be provided.
Join Phoebe Chow for a food demonstration and a brief cultural and historical background of the Pineapple Bun Cake/Bo Law Bao. Recipes and samples will be provided. For children and families ages 6+.
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. Arts and craft extension activity included. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Please join us for a Parent Café, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian.
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! Afterwards, join us and learn about zines and make a perzine - a mini magazine that is reflective of you. For Ages 13 - 17
Rooted in the exhibition Grounded, construct an abstract landscape using earth tones and natural materials, like clay, rice, and grass elements.
For ages 6+.
Seating is limited and on a first-come, first- seated basis.
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. Arts and craft extension activity included. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Join us for a screening of Allegiance which is inspired by stories from George Takei’s life, specifically during World War II when he and his family, along with 120,000 Japanese American citizens, were incarcerated in camps within the United States.
Film Rating: PG. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver to enter. Personal snacks and refreshments are allowed. Seating is limited and on a first come, first seated basis. All ages welcome.
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. Arts and craft extension activity included. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Please join us for a Parent Café, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian.
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. Arts and craft extension activity included. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Join us as we kick-off our Summer of Soccer with Makey Makey circuit boards! Teens will create their own game controllers and test their moves on the virtual soccer field. For teens ages 12-18.
Come create your own Juneteenth jewelry masterpiece. Dive into the fundamentals of art & creativity by exploring the medium of jewelry making. All skill levels are welcome. All materials provided.
For 18 +
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. Arts and craft extension activity included. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Join us as we explore the countries playing in the Summer of Soccer and create a bookmark inspired by the host countries’ mascots. For kids ages 5 - 12.
In this fun and simple art activity, little artists will create Summer Suncatchers using tissue paper, contact paper, and paper plates. When the light shines through, they’ll be able to see the colorful glowing hues! For children
Come create your own Juneteenth jewelry masterpiece. Dive into the fundamentals of art & creativity by exploring the medium of jewelry making. All skill levels are welcome. All materials provided.
For 18 +
In honor of Juneteenth, thread together your story through fiber arts. Create a quilt patch inspired by American Quilt with Log Cabin Pattern (1870 -1880) that blends color, pattern, and symbolism.
For ages 6+.
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. Arts and craft extension activity included. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Please join us for a Parent Café, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian.
Beat the summer heat and join us in the activity room for an afternoon of music, video games, and board games! Learn teamwork, communication, and make friends while staying cool!
Coloring activities also available.
For ages 5 - 12.
This groundbreaking opera was created by LA Opera to engage babies with beautiful and comforting sights and sounds. In BambinO's world of soft pillows and gentle music, participation is encouraged! For ages 0 – 3 with parent or caregiver.
New parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your new baby and learn about all the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new parents/families in the community.
Celebrate Summer by joining us in the read-aloud of "Summer is Here" by Renee Watson! This book will inspire your summer break! For Kids Ages 5-12 with parent or caregiver