Choose a book to read and then share with the group about your new read! Would you recommend the book or tell us to avoid it at all costs? We love hearing about books that we haven't read before!
For Adults
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 ages 13 - 17
Creating a self-portrait fosters self-expression, identity development, confidence, and emotional literacy. In this self-portrait activity, kids will develop self-awareness and creativity while learning to appreciate diversity and self-expression.
In celebration of Pride Month, join us as we learn about the life of artist Ellsworth Kelly. Afterwards, create your own work of art inspired from Kelly’s use of grid-like compositions.
For Ages 18 and up
Using construction paper or foam sheets, markers, and other craft materials, early learners will design and decorate a giant cheering hand to take home.
Celebrate Pride Month with us as we discuss about the importance of pronouns when it comes to expressing one's gender identity. Afterwards, create your own pronoun pins to take home!
For Ages 13 - 17.
Join us for a film screening of Yellow Rose and learn about the unique experiences of Immigrant Americans. The screening will be followed by a short discussion.
For Adults - Ages 18+
We welcome you to San Gabriel's Renaissance Fair at the library. Join us for a May Pole dance lead by the Gypsy Folk Ensemble. Come in your medieval costume or as you are. We will learn about the middle ages, make medieval crafts, and play games.
Families, get ready for a fun family Storytime evening! Wear your most comfortable pajamas and bring your favorite blanket & plushie. For ages 0 – 5 with parent or caregiver.
Join your neighbors for a fun, family-friendly live soccer watch party! We will be screening the match on our projector and a 4' by 6' screen. The match is scheduled to begin at 5 pm. Refreshments sponsored by the Friends of the San Gabriel Library.
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.
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 ages 13 - 17
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 techniques to help in life’s sewing emergencies! Afterwards, create your own embroidered bookmark or plush!
For Ages 12 - 17
Learn about the Japanese style of traditional tie dye called Shibori. Create custom designs and take them home. For kids ages 5 -12 and their families. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or caretaker. Registration required.
Join your neighbors for a fun, family-friendly live soccer watch party! We will be screening the match on our projector and a 4' by 6' screen. The match is scheduled to begin at 12 pm.
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.
Learn about the ancient history of resin as it dates back to the Stone Age and has many practical uses today. Try your hand at creating your own resin art by
making a UV resin keychain or charm to take home!
For Ages 18 and up.
Enjoy a family program where we learn about the animated creations from Hayao Miyazaki's production company. Then decorate potted plants or stones with characters or designs inspired by Japanese animation.
For kids ages 5 -12 and their families.
Learn about the art style called pointillism and challenge yourself in making your own pointillism artwork in the form of a coaster.
For Ages 18 and up.
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.
Learn about the ancient history of resin as it dates back to the Stone Age and has many practical uses today. Try your hand at creating your own resin art by making a UV resin keychain or charm to take home!
For Ages 13 - 17.
Families, get ready for a fun family Storytime evening! Wear your most comfortable pajamas and bring your favorite blanket & plushie. For ages 0 – 5 with parent or caregiver.
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.
Celebrate your summer reading success with some ice cream! Share your reading highlights while enjoying a cool sweet treat. Refreshments sponsored by the Friends of the San Gabriel Library. For children 0 - 12 and their families.
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.
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.