Upcoming Events
Thu, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Eric Hernandez, a distinguished member of the Lumbee tribe, joins us for an interactive journey into the art and soul of Native American hoop dancing. For ages 5 - 12.
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Fri, Nov 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
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Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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The book for November is The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson.

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services. Then get your hands on fun crafts while getting to know new friends. For ages 13 - 17.

Wed, Nov 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Join us for our monthly Needle Arts Club! Explore the art of knitting and crocheting! For adults.

Wed, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Join us for our monthly art meet up! This month we will paint on mini canvases. For adults.
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Thu, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Firework Studio will present a fusible glass workshop. Participants will design a pendant by arranging bits of colored glass. The finished pieces will be fired in a kiln and available for pickup from the library after two weeks. For adults.
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Fri, Dec 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
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Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Create your own gingerbread house while learning about building and structures. All materials will be provided. A list of ingredients will be available. For ages 5 - 12.
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Wed, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Join us for our monthly Needle Arts Club! Explore the art of knitting and crocheting! For adults.

Sat, Dec 14, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Join us for a program where science, art, and history fuse together with hands-on glass project making. You will learn about glass and create your own fused glass treasure box. For ages 5 - 12.
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Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a program where science, art, and history fuse together with hands-on glass project making. You will learn about glass and create your own fused glass treasure box. For ages 13 - 17.

Tue, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us to learn about Raising Resilient Children 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.

Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Learn all about the Winter Solstice and how this astronomical event is celebrated around the world. Then, create your own winter ornament for the holidays. For teens ages 12-18.

Sat, Dec 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Join us for the Friends of the Library (FOL) Book Sale! Books are treasured gifts! For all ages.

Fri, Dec 27, 10:15am - 11:15am
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Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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LA County Department of Public Health is partnering with LA County Library to provide FREE flu vaccinations and the updated 2024-25 COVID-19 vaccine. Health insurance is not required but will be requested if insured. 
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Fri, Jan 03, 10:15am - 11:15am
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Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Jan 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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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. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Fri, Jan 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us to honor the Gardena Mayme Dear Library 45th Annual Bookmark Contest Winners. Then enjoy an engaging, fun, and magical time with California Joe and his Dinosaur Magic Show! For all ages.