Upcoming Events
Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
Join us for El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day) as we celebrate children, families, and books around the world. For ages 2 - 12 and caregivers.

Sat, May 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn about how to help teenagers develop the skills they need to become competent young adults. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of teenagers ages 13 -18.

Tue, May 13, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room
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.

Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a Japanese puppet workshop. Sunny Seki will share Japanese folktales with the art of shadow puppetry. For ages 5 - 12 and their parent or caregiver.

Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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.

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Month and learn about Mandala Art. Then create your own mandala with diamond art beads. 

Fri, May 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn about the Mayans and how their observations of the stars and planets influenced their culture and architecture. This short film takes you on a tour of six Mayan temples viewed on our full dome digital planetarium. For ages 13 – 17.

Tue, May 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn how mending and repurposing clothes can contribute to a more sustainable wardrobe. This event will be web streamed in the South Whittier Library meeting room. For adults.

Tue, May 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for the chance to learn a new skill. You will learn sewing machine basics, cutting safety, and how to sew a straight line. Please only register the child that will participate as space is limited. For ages 8 to 12 years old.
This event is full

Wed, May 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
We need extra help running our Summer Discovery Program from June to August.  Our teen volunteers help us with registering participants, handing out prizes, helping with library programs, and participating in events. Ages 13 - 17

Thu, May 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Dive into the world of Kawaii! Get ready for an explosion of cute and learn how to create your own Kawaii Perler beads.  All supplies will be provided.. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Mon, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn about gardening then plant your own seeds to take home. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences.    For Adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.

Wed, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn about gardening then plant your own seeds to take home. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences.    For Adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.

Thu, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Did you know Python isn’t just a reptile, and Ruby isn’t just a precious stone? Join us for an introduction to computer programming and a short coding workshop using a laptop provided. Space is limited. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Mon, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time. For ages 7 and up.

Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Are you good at solving puzzles? Join us to put your skills to the test in this high-stakes adventure. Gather the clues to decipher our codes and riddles and put everything together as a team to unlock a legendary reward!  For Ages 18+

Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Storytelling is a fun way to encourage vocabulary development in young children. Create a portable storytime board that features colorful felt shapes to create and share your own stories! For ages 2 - 5 with their caregivers. 

Thu, Jun 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
We need extra help running our Summer Discovery Program from June to August.    Please visit the library to pick up a volunteer application. For ages 14 - 17

Mon, Jun 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
We need extra help running our Summer Discovery Program from June to August.  Please visit the library to pick up a volunteer application. For ages 14 - 17

Tue, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and interactive magic show with the incredible John from School of Astonishment! Fun for the whole family! For ages 5 - 12 with adult caregiver.

Sat, Jun 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Join the Teen Advisory Board! Attend a meeting and become a member. Ages 14-17 Join us after the meeting to celebrate Pride month and learn how to create your own rainbow rubber band bracelets. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join Drones4kids for a drone-flying program at South Whittier Library's Summer Discovery Program! Not only will teens have the opportunity to fly a drone, but they will also learn about how drones are utilized in different careers. For ages 13 - 17.

Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for an amazing show on the science of bubbles with shimmering waves of soap films, rainbow bubbles, big bubbles, small bubbles, square bubbles, triangle bubbles, bubbles within bubbles, and more bubbles! For ages 2 - 12 with adult caregiver.

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join LA County Department of Health Nutritionists as they share guidance and strategies for eating healthy and well on a budget. This event will be web streamed in the South Whittier Library meeting room, no registration required.   For Ages 18+

Mon, Jun 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time. For ages 7 and up.

Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about some of the rulebreakers in architecture and put your own structural engineering skills to the test by building a stick structure!   For kids ages 5 – 12.

Wed, Jul 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun day of board games. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences.    For Adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.

Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun day of board games. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences.    For Adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Come play everyone's favorite game and win books! This game is for everyone and everyone is sure to leave a winner! For ages 5 and up.