Take a self-care break this holiday season and enjoy some festive music and good company as you create a winter scene diorama ornament. We will also share library resources to help you express your creativity. For adults.
Did you know that you can access newspapers and magazines digitally for free with LA County Library? Join us for a special presentation on how to access and utilize Press Reader and the other Magazine databases that the library offers. For Adults.
Add a special touch to your holidays with handmade ornaments! Personalize your décor this season while learning about winter holiday traditions around the world. Craft a unique ornament that reflects your individual style! For adults 18+
Do you want to learn to crochet or knit? Do you already know how and want to share your knowledge? Beginning and experienced participants are invited to join the club. For ages 18+
Join us for relaxing night of basic acrylic painting and create your very own winter scene.
All materials will be provided, while supplies last.
For adults.
Learn some simple embroidery techniques and create your own holiday notebook. Use provided templates or create your own design. All supplies are provided. For ages 18+
Join us for a book discussion and light refreshments! This month, read The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer. Copies of the books are available at the library. For ages 18+.
Directed by George Clooney, 'The Boys in the Boat 'is about the 1936 University of Washington rowing team that competed for gold at the Summer Olympics in Berlin. Movie is rated PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned. For ages 13 and up.
Do you knit, crochet, weave, or otherwise craft with yarn? Join us and meet fellow yarn crafters and unwind at an informal gathering as you work on your projects, ask questions, get inspired, and just enjoy crafting in a group. For Adults.
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
Join Claudia Hindu from Claudia's Art Therapy to learn the fundamentals of working with clay and complete your very own work of art! Students will create a candy cane out of clay and paint it to celebrate the holiday season. For ages 5 and up.
Are you interested in learning how to use a computer and becoming more digital literate? Join us in learning basic computer skills, navigating the internet, and much more. Conducted in Spanish. For Adults.
Join us in celebrating the holiday season by creating holiday cards to help us reach out and reconnect with family and friends. All materials will be provided. For adults.
Caught up in the holiday whirlwind? Forgot holiday cards? Join us to unleash your creativity and craft some holiday cards for your family and friends.
For adults.
Get creative and design a notebook for your thoughts or items you check out. Join us at the library to create and design your very own mini notebook. Supplies will be provided: one notebook per individual. For adults.
Enjoy an afternoon of Holiday Harp Music with Peggy Skomal! The sounds of the season are performed on both the Concert and Celtic harps as she shares the beauty and history of this angelic instrument. For adults.
Celebrate winter-time with a cozy new hobby! We'll make a small embroidery hoop design with the help of wash-away transfer paper. Learn the basics of embroidery at the library!
For adults.
Join us for a relaxing DIY afternoon of rolling beeswax sheets to make your very own candles. Display them in your home, decorate an outdoor space, or give one to a loved one as a unique gift! For adults.
Reviving a holiday tradition of aural storytelling, the Topanga Actors Company will mark the season by reading the writings by eminent fantasy writers about this magical time of year. For adults.
Get into the winter holiday spirit by joining us as we decorate paper bags for gifts. Bags and a selection of art supplies will be provided. For adults.
Join us for a creative afternoon of card making. Then learn how to elevate your design with copper tape, LEDs, and batteries. Commemorate all occasions with beautifully hand-made cards that light up. Registration required. For adults.
Reviving a holiday tradition of aural storytelling, the Topanga Actors Company will mark the season by reading the writings by eminent fantasy writers about this magical time of year. For adults.
Games are a fun way to exercise our brain and have fun. Join us for a morning of board games designed to challenge us and help us stay intellectually stimulated.
For Adults.
Las vacaciones pueden ser una época desafiante para las personas mayores que han sufrido pérdidas o que se sienten solas y sin apoyo familiar o social. Para adultos.
Join us by creating an original creative ornament for your home. Learn some simple techniques to create ornaments and decorations to make your home look extra special this year. Be sure to check our holiday craft books on display. For adults.
The La Crescenta Library Virtual Book Club meets weekly on Tuesdays at 11am on Zoom. Please contact Marta Wiggins at mwiggins@library.lacounty.gov for your Zoom invite to attend the book club.
Start-ups aren't age-bound! Author and Yahoo! Finance columnist, Kerry Hannon, will share up-to-date resources and snappy profiles of successful older entrepreneurs to show you how to start a thriving business mid-life. For adults.
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
Bored with the same old mousepad? Make a personalized mousepad and learn about the properties of cork, in use since 3000 BC. All supplies are provided. For adults.
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room
Join us for a session of coloring for adults. Coloring can be a relaxing and therapeutic way to de-stress while being creative. Supplies will be provided. For adults.
Join us as we take flight with 'The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club' by Helen Simonson. Copies are available at the Customer Service desk and newcomers are always welcome! For adults.
Happy Holiday Season! Join us and learn about all the different winter celebrations from around the world while you decorate your own votive candle holder. Votives make great gifts for a special someone! For adults.
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Promoters Program aims to reduce mental health stigma throughout Los Angeles County, particularly in historically underserved cultural and linguistic communities. Conducted in Spanish. For Adults.
Scrapbooking is a great way to memorialize your life story or pay tribute to your favorite fandom! Whatever your inspiration, we’ve got the supplies and the knowhow to get you started with this hobby. While supplies last. For adults
Bibliophiles are welcomed! Join us each month for a facilitated discussion of fiction and non-fiction titles. A limited number of copies are available for book club attendees at the library. For adults.
Join us for a book club with no assigned reading! Bring your own book or check out one from the library and we'll provide the snacks and light the fireplace for a cozy evening. For ages 18 and up.
Give your home a heartfelt touch of holiday cheer with these fun ornaments. Choose and design different types of ornaments. Learn about the tradition and history of holiday ornaments as you make your own! Available while supplies last. For adults.
Looking for quiet time to enjoy a good book?
Look no further! Join us for a Silent Book Club held the third Wednesday of every month with no assigned reading.
For ages 18 and up
Do you want to learn to crochet or knit? Do you already know how and want to share your knowledge? Beginning and experienced participants are invited to join the club. For ages 18+
Join us for a cozy Winter Paint Night and tap into your inner artist! Using acrylic paints, you’ll have the chance to create your own winter-themed masterpiece while exploring a variety of artistic styles.
Unleash your creativity and create your own masterpiece with acrylic paints! All materials provided. For adults. Generously sponsored by Hermosa Beach FOL.
Paper bag luminaries are a classic winter decor in the US Southwest and Mexico. Join us to create your own luminary to light up your home. Registration required. For ages 18+.
Keep your mind fresh with an afternoon of brain-strengthening games and activities! Learn simple, fun, and engaging games like Qwirkle, Qwix, and more. For ages 55 and up.
This month, we'll explore The Snow Child, by Eowyn Ivey. This book is a retelling of the Russian fairy tale Snegurochka, or The Snow Maiden that focuses on the lives of a childless couple living on an Alaskan homestead in the 1920s. For adults.
Challenge yourself with board games that will enhance critical thinking and teamwork by engaging in friendly competition. All games will be provided. For ages 12 and up.
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
Join us as we investigate Stacey Lee's detective novel 'Kill Her Twice'. Copies are available at the Customer Service desk and newcomers are always welcome! For adults
Are you interested in learning how to use a computer and becoming more digital literate? Join us in learning basic computer skills, navigating the internet, and much more. Conducted in Spanish. For Adults.
Enjoy a visit down memory lane and join us as we watch the classic film Hook (1991). Brain building activities will be provided for extra fun. Movie is rated PG. For ages 18+
Join us for competitive team trivia with prizes awarded to the top team! Bring your own team or join one when you arrive. Teams will be limited to six players. For adults.
Learn how to select the appropriate resume type and adjust formatting, language, headings, and craft a strong resume profile or objective in this class.
For ages 18+
Under the guidance of West Hollywood City Poet Laureate Jen Cheng, workshop participants will be answering phone calls live to deliver "poem prescriptions" for callers. For adults.
Join us for The Pursuit of Happyness. Life is a struggle for single father Chris Gardner. Evicted from their apartment, he and his young son find themselves alone with no place to go. Chris struggles to create a better life for them. Rated PG-13.
Please join us as our instructor teaches how to knit or crochet from the beginning. Not a beginner? We welcome all levels! If you want to bring your own project and create your masterpiece in a convivial group, please join us! For Adults
The La Crescenta Library Virtual Book Club meets weekly on Tuesdays at 11am on Zoom. Please contact Marta Wiggins at mwiggins@library.lacounty.gov for your Zoom invite to attend the book club.
United Mental Health Promoters conduct workshops that tackle a range of mental health topics to help Angelenos understand and manage their mental health. For adults.
Join us in the activity room to watch the movie: IF (2024). A coloring activity will also be available. Film Rating: PG. For families/caregivers with children ages 0 - 17. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver to enter.
Are you interested in learning how to use a computer and becoming more digital literate? Join us in learning basic computer skills, navigating the internet, and much more. Conducted in Spanish. For Adults.
Ring in the New Year with a vision board. With the new year coming, create a collage of images, pictures, and affirmations to keep you motivated all year. For adults.
Are you learning English as a Second Language? Join the conversation club and practice your English language speaking skills in a casual and relaxed environment. The session includes a topic of the day. For ages 18+
Spend a fun and relaxing afternoon painting and learning some art techniques. Each person will get to complete their own painting to take home. This program is designed for adults of all learning abilities. All supplies will be provided. For Adults.
Do you love knitting or crocheting? Would you like to learn? Whether you are a beginner or an expert, come join the fun as we knit, crochet and learn patterns together.
Learn several beginner friendly macramé knots and create a keychain. All materials provided. You're welcome to bring your current project to share. For adults.
Ring in the New Year with a vision board. With the new year coming, create a collage of images, pictures, and affirmations to keep you motivated all year. For adults.
Keep your mind fresh with an afternoon of brain-strengthening games and activities! Learn simple, fun, and engaging games like Qwirkle, Qwix, and more. For ages 55 and up.
In this five-class workshop, writer and comedian Christian Cintron will teach you the secrets of joke writing and comedy performance and how to use those to stand up for yourself, speak your truth, and rewrite your story. For adults.
Start the new year with bullet journaling. Learn about its benefits, including tracking your habits, organizing your thoughts, and practicing daily gratitude. For adults.
Create a faux stained glass votive holder using just tissue paper. All materials will be provided.
Crea un portavotivas de imitación de vidriera utilizando sólo papel de seda. Se proporcionarán todos los materiales.
For Adults/Para adultos
Join us and learn different art techniques using different mediums. Create your own masterpiece to take home. All materials will be provided. For Adults.
Join us in an activity that is stress relieving and fun. Get together with others to show your skills and create something that is uniquely yours. Learn ways to reduce stress while you work on your artwork with simple techniques. For ages 18+.
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room
Join us for a session of coloring for adults. Coloring can be a relaxing and therapeutic way to de-stress while being creative. Supplies will be provided. For adults.
Create your own stunning sand art piece while learning about color blending, design, and patterns. This program fosters creativity and teaches basic art principles in a fun, engaging way. All materials will be provided while they last. For Adults.
Do you want to learn to crochet or knit? Do you already know how and want to share your knowledge? Beginning and experienced participants are invited to join the club. For ages 18+
Are you a fiber arts enthusiast? Join us for our monthly fiber arts meet-up! Bring the project you're working on and enjoy creating at the library! Limited supplies will be available to try out your next fiber arts craft! For adults.
Join us for a book discussion and light refreshments! This month, read "Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman. Copies of the books are available at the library. For ages 18+.
Seniors Tech Club workshops are designed to help all levels of participants feel comfortable. In this class, seniors will be introduced to using MS Word and some of its features. For adults.
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.
Join LA County Librarian & CEO, Skye Patrick, & Ask Bubbie, aka Dr. Florence Rosen, a retired pediatrician and advice columnist, for a conversation about parenting (& grandparenting!) in the age of social media. Plus -- Bubbie answers your questions!