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Thu, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Happy Year of the Horse! Let’s learn about Lunar New Year! We will discuss the traditions and customs of one of the world’s most popular holidays. Afterwards, we will use upcycled materials to create a fun art activity. For ages 5 - 12.
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Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Discover skills to build strong, positive relationships with friends, family, and others in your community. These skills boost communication, trust, and empathy. Then, make a Kumihimo bracelet as a fun and creative giveaway. For teens ages 12 – 18.

Fri, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
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Join us for movie night at the library! We will be watching the story of Jackie Robinson and the beginning of the desegregation of the MLB. For adults.

Sat, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Join us in reading and discussing novels with your peers at the library! A limited amount of titles are available for attendees at the library. January's title: The Maze Runner by James Dashner. For ages 13 - 17.

Tue, Feb 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join us for a conversation with author John Patrick Green and Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator Dan Santat to celebrate the release of Investigators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: Sew Much Trouble. For ages 6+

Tue, Feb 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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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.

Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Want to reach new audiences with your small business or personal brand? LA County Library is offering a free 6-week course to teach you the basics.
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Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Explore the Romance genre and learn about all the digital resources the library has to offer with this unique book club. We will be primarily utilizing the free digital resources Libby and Hoopla with limited hard copies available. For ages 18+.

Wed, Feb 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Practice and build confidence in your reading skills by reading aloud to a reading buddy for 20 minutes. A selection of books will be provided. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis. For students entering grades 1 - 6.

Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us as we taste a variety of dark and white chocolates, compare notes and explore flavors together. Learn about the history of chocolate/cacao, then sample different varieties of chocolate. For ages 18+.
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Thu, Feb 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Join us in celebration of African-American and Black History Month. We will learn about Alma Woodsey Thomas and discuss the great contributions she made. You will then create your own inspired art piece. For ages 5 - 12.

Fri, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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, Feb 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
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Join us for a screening of The Maze Runner, based on the novel by James Dashner. For teens.

Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Phoebe Chow leads a workshop on how to bake Chinese walnut cookies, with a twist! She updates a traditional recipe with a method to shape the cookie into a fun 3D walnut. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. For adults.
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Tue, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Want to reach new audiences with your small business or personal brand? LA County Library is offering a free 6-week course to teach you the basics.
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Wed, Feb 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Practice and build confidence in your reading skills by reading aloud to a reading buddy for 20 minutes. A selection of books will be provided. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis. For students entering grades 1 - 6.

Wed, Feb 25, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
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Join us for an evening of books, songs, rhymes, and movement with the entire family! This month, we will talk all about bears and berries! We will create a mall craft to take home. Older siblings are welcomed. For ages 1 - 5.

Thu, Feb 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 0 - 36 months with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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, Feb 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 12 - 18.

Sat, Feb 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Bingo anyone? Better yet, plant bingo! Winners will take home their own plant propagation or a new plant and learn how to care for their new plant. Registration required. For ages 18+.

Tue, Mar 03, 6:30am - 7:30pm
Are you looking for a place to work on your fiber art projects with a fun and supportive group of people? Beginning and experienced participants are invited to join the club. For ages 18+.

Tue, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Want to reach new audiences with your small business or personal brand? LA County Library is offering a free 6-week course to teach you the basics.
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Wed, Mar 04, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Learn the Basics of Technology. Whether you're just getting started using tech or want to feel more confident with everyday tech, our friendly instructors will guide you step-by-step. No experience needed — just bring your curiosity! For adults.

Wed, Mar 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Practice and build confidence in your reading skills by reading aloud to a reading buddy for 20 minutes. A selection of books will be provided. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis. For students entering grades 1 - 6.

Fri, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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, Mar 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Join us for an afternoon of creativity and learning! We will be learning about embroidery and decorating a tote bag. For ages 12 - 18.

Sat, Mar 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
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Join us at Lawndale Library for a viewing of 'Night at the Museum', a watchman finds himself face-to-face with a dinosaur, tiny soldiers and Teddy Roosevelt when an ancient curse brings all the exhibits to life at night. For ages 7 - 12. Rated PG.

Sat, Mar 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us as we learn how to upcycle broken dishware into useful household objects! Each person will create a coaster to take home and learn a skill they can try at home! For ages 18+.
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Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Want to reach new audiences with your small business or personal brand? LA County Library is offering a free 6-week course to teach you the basics.
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Wed, Mar 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Practice and build confidence in your reading skills by reading aloud to a reading buddy for 20 minutes. A selection of books will be provided. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis. For students entering grades 1 - 6.

Thu, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Learn the Basics of Technology. Whether you're just getting started using tech or want to feel more confident with everyday tech, our friendly instructors will guide you step-by-step. No experience needed — just bring your curiosity! For adults.

Fri, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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, Mar 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
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Join us for movie night at the library! We will be watching the classic comedy 9 to 5, a tale of camaraderie, revenge, and hijinks. Rated PG. Generously sponsored by the Lawndale Friends of the Library and licensed by SWANK. For adults.

Sat, Mar 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Join us in reading and discussing novels with your peers at the library! A limited amount of titles are available for attendees at the library. March's title: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. For ages 13 - 17.

Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Learn how easy starting a wildflower garden can be and join us in learning how to make a seed ball with local wildflower seeds to get your garden started! For ages 12 - 17.

Tue, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Want to reach new audiences with your small business or personal brand? LA County Library is offering a free 6-week course to teach you the basics.
Register

Tue, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Explore the Romance genre and learn about all the digital resources the library has to offer with this unique book club. We will be primarily utilizing the free digital resources Libby and Hoopla with limited hard copies available. For ages 18+.

Wed, Mar 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Practice and build confidence in your reading skills by reading aloud to a reading buddy for 20 minutes. A selection of books will be provided. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis. For students entering grades 1 - 6.

Thu, Mar 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Join us this Women's History Month and learn about the artist Kindah Khalidy. Using simple techniques, you will create your own inspired art. For ages 5 - 12.

Thu, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Join us to learn about raising competent 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 teenagers ages 13 - 18.

Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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, Mar 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
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Join us for a screening of The Hunger Games, based on the novel by Suzanne Collins. See where the phenomenon began in this tale of defiance. Rated PG-13. For ages 13 - 18.

Sat, Mar 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 12 - 18.

Sat, Mar 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Join us to learn about Raising Responsible Teenagers 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 13-18.

Tue, Mar 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Do you have an idea of what you want your life to look like but not quite sure how to make it happen? Learn goal setting techniques and make your own calendar for tracking your new goals. For teens ages 13 - 17.

Wed, Mar 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Practice and build confidence in your reading skills by reading aloud to a reading buddy for 20 minutes. A selection of books will be provided. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis. For students entering grades 1 - 6.

Thu, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Explore early learning skills, pre-writing, imagination, and problem solving with your child through free-form art activities. Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting a little bit dirty. For ages 1 - 3 and their caregivers.

Sat, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Calling all plant enthusiasts! Bring your healthy cuttings, clippings, seeds, plants, and gardening supplies to swap with other garden enthusiasts. For ages 18+.

Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Thinking about college but feeling overwhelmed? Join Brianna Peters for the Finding Your College Fit workshop! Learn what college fit means, explore colleges and applications, find out how to pay for college, and get tips to stand out when applying.