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Thu, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hermosa Beach Library
Join us for a lively discussion of Lovely One by Ketanji Brown Jackson. Books are available for check out at the library. For adults.

Thu, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
Join us as we celebrate African American and Black History Month with Miss Kym! Her upbeat and interactive music celebrates childhood and promotes positivity via a joyful blend of jazz, gospel, and soulful pop sounds. 0-5 with a parent or caregiver
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Thu, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Masao W. Satow Library
Join us for an afternoon of storytime with Ina. Ina will be performing "Talking Drums" a participatory collection of Afro-centric folktales and songs to celebrate Black History Month. For ages 3 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
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Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Program
Join us for an unforgettable experience as we chat with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye.
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Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Celebrate African American and Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 13 - 17.

Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room
Join us for a hands-on STEM adventure exploring architect Paul R. Williams and the LAX Theme Building. Kids will learn about its futuristic design and create their own mini “flying saucer” models using creative materials. For ages 5 - 12.
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Thu, Feb 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
We take the safety and ease of traffic lights for granted, but how did they come to be? Celebrate Garrett Morgan’s contributions, and find out how to create your own traffic light! For ages 13-18

Thu, Feb 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
City Terrace Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Fri, Feb 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Compton Library - Meeting Room
Choose your own coloring page to relax and color while learning about key black figures and events to celebrate African American and Black History Month. All supplies are provided. For ages 18+

Fri, Feb 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Topanga Library - Meeting Room
Read about the life and work of Octavia Butler and create a zine inspired by Octavia Butler's idea that stories grow like seeds, kids pick a "story seed" and turn it into a unique mini-zine full of imagination. For ages 9 - 12.

Fri, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bell Express Library
Calling all Teens! Celebrate African American and Black History Month and join us for a book discussion. For ages 13 - 17.

Fri, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room
Explore the fascinating world of sculpture through the eyes of African American artists Charles McGee, Augusta Savage and more. Afterwards, make your own 3-D art project with fun materials provided! For ages 5 – 12 and their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Feb 07, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Norwalk Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Sat, Feb 07, 11:00am - 4:00pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Meeting Room
Learn about the history and art of quilt making by the African American Quilters of Los Angeles (AAQLA). Their mission is to increase personal, public awareness, & knowledge of the historical value of African American quilts. All ages welcome.

Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
El Camino Real Library
Join us in the screening of Woman in Motion to celebrate African American and Black History Month.

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Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library
Join us as we celebrate African American and Black History Month with Queen Teresa. Dance to the polyrhythms and drumbeats of Africa, which are rooted in African folklore rhythms, songs, and dances. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Sat, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Temple City Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating African American & Black History Month by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, & be their full human selves. For adults
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Mon, Feb 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.
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Mon, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lake Los Angeles Library
Welcome to the crafty corner! Let's learn about historic black beaches and create a tote bag in honor of African American and Black History Month. For adults.

Mon, Feb 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
La Crescenta Library
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Tue, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
La Crescenta Library
Join us for the Virtual Book Club. In February we will be discussing 'Amity' by Nathan Harris in honor of African American & Black History Month. For adults.

Tue, Feb 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Sorensen Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Tue, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hawaiian Gardens Library
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults

Tue, Feb 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Meeting Room
Join Ajia Munns to learn about breath work, meditation, journaling and understanding emotions through an African American lens. We will practice positive self-talk, group discussions promoting inner growth and more! For children & families ages 9+.

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room
Bring the night sky to the palm of your hand. Paint a watercolor galaxy, build an LED box, and discover how enslaved people escaping bondage used the stars to find their way along the Underground Railroad. For ages 5 - 12 with adult caregiver.
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Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month as we learn about renowned American textile artist, Bisa Butler, her vibrant, life-sized quilted portraits that celebrate Black life, history, and culture. For ages 5 - 12

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Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Willowbrook Library
Celebrate African American & Black History Month with us by joining dancer Teresa Smith! Queen Teresa presents an engaging experience rooted in African folklore, dance, rhythms, and song! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Florence Library
In honor of African American & Black History Month and the Winter Games, learn about some famous African American winter sports athletes. Then make and paint winning medals from clay or cardboard! For ages 3 - 12 with parent or caregiver. 

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
San Fernando Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month with music and movement! For children ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Graham Library
Louie celebrates African American & Black History Month with his solo, fun, interactive and informative presentation about the roots and evolution of African and Mexican rhythms. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Alondra Library
Join us in celebrating African American & Black History Month by learning about fashion designers Ann Lowe and Zelda Wynn Valdes. Afterwards, learn to sew a bag using paper plates and yarn. For ages 5 - 12.

Tue, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Celebrate African American and Black History Month with an art workshop inspired by the work of Detroit artist Charles McGee. For Ages 12-18.

Wed, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sunkist Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating African American & Black History Month by learning about Black winter-sport athletes; including Black skaters, hockey players and bobsledders.

Wed, Feb 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room
Mark Bradford is a LA based visual artist known for his large-scale abstract paintings using mixed media. Join us as we learn about Bradford and his art style and create your own work inspired by Bradford. For children ages 5 - 12 with a caregiver.
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Wed, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Manhattan Beach Library
It's African American & Black History Month! To mark the occasion we're learning about the inventions of Garrett Morgan, prolific Black American Inventor, and making our own traffic light bookmarks. For ages 6 - 12 with caregivers.
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Wed, Feb 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room
Participants will learn and work together to create a group quilt that will be submitted and displayed at the LA County Fair Home Arts competition. Learn how to operate a sewing machine and the basics of putting together a quilt. For ages 10 - 17
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Wed, Feb 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Mirada Library - Meeting Room
It’s African American and Black History Month! Enjoy a read aloud of Saving the Day: Garrett Morgan’s Life-Changing Invention of the Traffic Signal and make and take home a working mini traffic signal. For ages 5 - 12 with caregiver.

Wed, Feb 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Covina Library - Meeting Room
In honor of African American & Black History Month and the Winter Olympic Games, learn about some notable African American winter sports athletes, then make and decorate winning medals from clay! For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

Wed, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Wed, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults

Wed, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Wed, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
In honor of African American and Black History Month and just in time for the 2026 Winter Olympics, join us to learn about famous Black winter-sport athletes. For ages 12-17.

Wed, Feb 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate the work of Black American sculptor, Charles McGee, and create your own dimensional paper sculptures in his style using paper, glue or tape, and markers. All materials will be provided. For teens ages 13 - 17

Wed, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Woodcrest Library
Celebrate African American & Black History Month. Learn the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, & be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces, create your own Black Beaches Bag. For ages 18+.

Wed, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
In celebration of African American & Black History Month, join us for a special screening of Questlove's documentary Summer of Soul (2021). Rated PG-13. For adults.

Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Paramount Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American & Black History Month by honoring the work of beloved Black children’s book authors and illustrators. Then get creative by making your own self-portrait collage inspired by the vibrant, layered style of Oge Mora.

Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rivera Library - Meeting Room
Join us to learn about the history and impact of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters. You will have the opportunity to be inspired by the message of activism through service by creating your own commemorative coaster. For adults.

Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag.

Wed, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Walnut Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a special evening celebrating African American and Black History Month! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Wed, Feb 11, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Wiseburn Library
Join us for a book discussion and light refreshments! This month, read The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot. Copies of the books are available at the library. For ages 18+.

Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Program
Feminist philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart’s book, The Conjuring of America tells the stories of Negro Mammies of slavery; the Voodoo Queens and Blues Women of Reconstruction; and the Granny Midwives and textile weavers of the Jim Crow era.
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Thu, Feb 12, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Hawthorne Library
Join us for a special Storytime program with Ina the Sunshine Storyteller. You'll laugh, sing and spread your wings as we "gather around" for this program of inspirational tales from across the globe. For ages 3 - 12 with a caregiver.

Thu, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room
In honor of African American and Black History Month, we're taking a closer look at artist Charles McGee. McGee created bold and abstract art pieces and paid homage to his city of Detroit. MI. For teens, ages 13 – 17.

Thu, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Hollydale Library
Join us for an afternoon of storytime with Ina. Ina will be performing "Talking Drums" a participatory collection of Afro-centric folktales and songs to celebrate African American & Black History Month. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rivera Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month by creating vibrant oil pastel art inspired by Clementine Hunter, a self-taught artist known for her vivid depictions of Southern life and culture. For teens ages 12 - 18

Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room
Create a painted masterpiece of African American art with Dragunfli Designz! See how colors work and blend together as you make a work of art. All materials provided. For ages 5 - 12.
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Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Montebello Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag.

Thu, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Masao W. Satow Library - Study Room
Come learn about Aaron Douglas, an important figure in the Harlem Renaissance. Then try your hand at painting in his style. For adults.
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Thu, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Teen Study Room
Join us for an African-American & Black History Month art program. We'll explore the incredible works of Jean-Michel Basquiat and his impact in art history. Then we'll make art of our own using pastels, paints, and colored pencils. For ages 13 - 17.

Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:40pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Meeting Room
Black Boys is a film for this historical moment & beyond. This film illuminates the full humanity of Black men & boys in America. Black Boys strives for insight to black identity & opportunity at the nexus of sports, education, & criminal justice. 

Fri, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room
Teens, Join us in celebrating African American and Black History Month at the library as we learn about Garrett Morgan and his invention, the traffic light. We will then create a working traffic light using LED lights. For teens ages 12 - 17.

Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American & Black History Month with us! Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Registration required. For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.
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Sat, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults 18+.

Sat, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Diamond Bar Library
Come celebrate African American & Black History Month with us at the library in this captivating program with internationally acclaimed storyteller Michael D. McCarty as he shares folktales from Africa and America.

Sat, Feb 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults

Sat, Feb 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Westlake Village Library
In honor of African American & Black History Month, get inspired by artist Jack Whitten and create your own abstract painting celebrating his art and contributions to the art world. For ages 18 and up.
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Sat, Feb 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room
In honor of African American and Black History Month join us for an interactive presentation on Caesar, the first known chocolatier in colonial Virginia.  For adults

Tue, Feb 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
La Crescenta Library
Join us for the Virtual Book Club. In February we will be discussing 'Amity' by Nathan Harris in honor of African American & Black History Month. For adults.

Tue, Feb 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Cañada Flintridge Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month by using the provided supplies to create your own art piece featuring some traditional motifs. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norwalk Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month with the colorful world of Ashley Bryan’s Beautiful Blackbird! We’ll read, learn, and make our own artwork inspired by the beautiful illustrations in the book. For ages 6 - 12

Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Graham Library
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Tue, Feb 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
La Cañada Flintridge Library
Celebrate African American and Black History Month by using the provided supplies to create your own art piece featuring some traditional motifs. For adults only.
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Tue, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room
A screening of "Sinners".

Tue, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating African American & Black History Month by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, & be their full human selves. For Adults.

Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room
Join the Adult Book Club for a discussion of our latest selection 'Colored Television' by Danzy Senna. For Adults

Wed, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hermosa Beach Library
It's African American & Black History Month! To mark the occasion we're learning about the inventions of Garrett Morgan, prolific Black American inventor, and making our own traffic light bookmarks For ages 5 and up.

Wed, Feb 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room
In celebration of African American and Black History Month you will learn about what the different patterns meant and then create your own quilt using these designs. For ages 5 – 12 with caregiver.

Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
La Verne Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month by recreating inventions by African American inventors. Learn about the contributions of African American and Black men and women that shape our world today. Ages 5–12 with a parent or caregiver.

Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults

Wed, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
San Fernando Library
In honor of African American and Black History Month, we're reading 'The Nickel Boys' by Colson Whitehead. Copies of the current title are available at the Information Desk. New members are always welcome! For adults.

Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag.

Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hermosa Beach Library
Create your own stained glass work of art inspired by Los Angeles artist Kehinde Wiley. For adults. Generously sponsored by Hermosa Beach FOL.
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Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating African American & Black History Month by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, & be their full human selves. For adults.

Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Compton Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For ages 18+

Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norwalk Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American & Black History Month by exploring messages of hope, resilience, equality, and change while learning about the people behind the words. Create rock art inspired by these powerful quotes.* For adults.

Thu, Feb 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American & Black History Month with us! Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Registration required. For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.
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Thu, Feb 19, 12:00pm - 2:15pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us for a screening of 'Hidden Figures.' Movie is rated PG: Parental Guidance Suggested. For ages 13+.

Thu, Feb 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Graham Library
Celebrate Black History Month by learning about Bessie Coleman, the first African American woman to earn an international pilot's license. Then make your own plane using popsicle sticks and paint. For ages 5 -12 with a parent or caregiver.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rivera Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate creativity and culture with Artsy Kids in an engaging workshop where participants will create vibrant 3D paper art inspired by the work of artist Charles McGee in honor of African American and Black History Month. For ages 5 - 12.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sorensen Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History month by creating a self-portrait inspired by neo-expressionist and primitivist artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. For Teens, ages 12-18.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room
Join us to celebrate African American and Black History month as we read aloud "Inventions to Count On: A Celebration of Black Inventors" by Dana Marie Miroballi to learn about everyday things we use that were created by Black inventors! Ages 5 - 12

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Manhattan Beach Library
This Black History Month, learn about prominent Black Winter Olympians like bobsledder Vonetta Flowers, the first Black athlete to win a gold metal at the Winter Olympics! Then create, decorate, and race your own candy bobsleds! For ages 12 - 17.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Masao W. Satow Library
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Alma Thomas and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive mosaic art style. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room
Celebrate Black History Month by exploring Ann Lowe, pioneering African American fashion designer. Then, honor her legacy by sketching your own historic or modern designs inspired by her elegant, floral style. For teens and tweens, ages 10+.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate the legacy, achievements, and groundbreaking contributions of African American and Black athletes in international sporting history! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate and honor African American and Black History Month by learning all about the famous artist Jacob Lawrence through stories and an art activity. Ages 5-12

Thu, Feb 19, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Charter Oak Library
Celebrate African American and Black History Month through the poetry of Phillis Wheatley, Langston Hughes, and other African American poets who have used their works to express themselves and affirm their identities. For ages 12 – 17.

Thu, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Malibu Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating African American & Black History Month and learn the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, & be their full human selves. Afterwards, create your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Thu, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sorensen Library - Meeting Room
In 2026, the Winter Olympics will take place during African American and Black History Month. Let's learn about African American and Black athletes that made their mark in athletic competitions. Then mold and paint a medal with clay. Ages 5 - 12

Fri, Feb 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Paramount Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Fri, Feb 20, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hollydale Library
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Fri, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
La Puente Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month by learning about Granville T. Woods and his invention of the railroad telegraph. For ages 5 – 12.

Fri, Feb 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
City Terrace Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag.

Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room
The book for February is Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. For adults.

Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South El Monte Library
Celebrate African American and Black History Month with us! Enjoy an hour of painting as we honor artist Alma Thomas and her colorful works of art. For ages 5-12 with parent or caregiver.

Sat, Feb 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Sunkist Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Program
Join us and learn from family historian & professional genealogist, Charlotte Bocage as she  provides a wealth of resources & strategies necessary to assist in researching your family history. For 18+.
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Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
La Verne Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Compton Library
Join us for a free screening of the new PBS KIDS series Phoebe & Jay! We will have fun activities, a chance to meet the characters from the show, and a Q&A with the creators. For ages 2 - 10 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month by creating vibrant oil pastel art inspired by Clementine Hunter, a self-taught artist known for her vivid depictions of Southern life and culture. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room
Get ready for a super-powered celebration at El Camino Real Library! In honor of African American and Black History Month, we’re hosting an exciting event all about Black superheroes. For children ages 5–12 and their families.

Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hawthorne Library
Learn about Poet Laureat Langston Hughes from the Harlem Renaissance to his legacy today as we read There Was a Party for Langston by Jason Reynolds. Then create a self-portrait that reflects your inner self. For ages 5 - 12 with a caregiver.

Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Rosemead Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults

Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Charter Oak Library
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month with us as we learn about abstract artist and teacher Alma Thomas. Afterwards, create your own art piece inspired by her paintings! For all ages.

Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
El Monte Library - Study Room
Learn about 44th President Barack Obama and other famous African Americans who have made an impact on the world. Join us as we read the book, Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters, by Barack Obama. For ages 6 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.
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Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodcrest Library
Join us to create a vibrant 3D paper art inspired by the work of artist Charles McGee. This activity combines drawing, layering, and paper manipulation to create dynamic designs that pop off the page. For ages 6 – 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Mon, Feb 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults
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Mon, Feb 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room
Join us and learn from family historian & professional genealogist, Charlotte Bocage as she provides a wealth of resources & strategies necessary to assist in researching your family history. For Adults.

Mon, Feb 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Castaic Library - Teen Study Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Mon, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
Discover the bold, dynamic world of African American artist Charles McGee and create your own 3D paper sculptures inspired by his style, using simple materials to build eye-catching, imaginative designs. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Mon, Feb 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Masao W. Satow Library - Study Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kimmy Cantrell and designing an art piece that highlights his distinctive art style. For teens, ages 13 - 17.

Mon, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Los Nietos Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating African American & Black History Month by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, & be their full human selves. For adults

Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sunkist Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Topanga Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of James by Percival Everett, a novel that transforms a classic, told through the eyes of Jim-revealing a sharp, darkly funny, and deeply human perspective on race, freedom, and survival in America. For adults.

Tue, Feb 24, 11:00am - 11:45am
East Rancho Dominguez Library - 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.

Tue, Feb 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
La Crescenta Library
Join us for the Virtual Book Club. In February we will be discussing 'Amity' by Nathan Harris in honor of African American & Black History Month. For adults.

Tue, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
El Monte Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. While supplies last. For adults.

Tue, Feb 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Children's Theater
Join us for a reading of How Do You Spell Unfair? by Carole Boston Weatherford and test your skills in our spelling bee! Recommended for ages 6 - 12.

Tue, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Florence Library
Discover more about some of the inventions and innovations created by African Americans that have changed our world! Design your own invention or reimagine something that already exists! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Tue, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Los Nietos Library - Meeting Room
In honor of African American and Black History Month, join us as we celebrate renowned sculptor, Charles McGee. Then create your own sculpture in his style using paper, glue or tape, and markers! For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Feb 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Alondra Library
Celebrate African American and Black History Month by creating a self-portrait inspired by neoexpressionist and primitivist artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. For ages 13 - 17

Tue, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Tue, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag.

Tue, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Montebello Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month with us as we learn about Elijah Pierce and his artform. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

Tue, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cudahy Library
Celebrate African American & Black History Month. Learn about the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, & be their full human selves. For ages 18+.

Wed, Feb 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Covina Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating African American & Black History Month by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. 
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Wed, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lake Los Angeles Library
Charles McGee was an American artist who expressed themes of community and people helping people. Let's look at his art and create some of our own in celebration of African American and Black History Month. For teens ages 12 - 17.

Wed, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month at the library! Learn about famous Black artists and their contribution to American art as a whole, then create your own work of art inspired by them! For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver 

Wed, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For Adults.

Wed, Feb 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month by learning about the life and art of Betye Saar and creating your own art piece inspired by her paintings. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

Wed, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Wed, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Compton Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Wed, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Compton Library
These sculptors had a different style and contributed their work to art movements. Learn about the life and legacy of these artists, and create a sculpture inspired by their artwork. For ages 6 – 12 and their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Feb 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Montebello Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Wed, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hermosa Beach Library
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.
This event is full

Wed, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
San Fernando Library - Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Thu, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a thoughtful and creative program as we explore themes of identity, history, and belonging. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver

Thu, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American & Black History Month with us! Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Registration required. For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.

Rescheduled
Thu, Feb 26, 4:05pm - 5:00pm
New date Thursday, February 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sorensen Library
Celebrate African American and Black History month by creating a self-portrait inspired by neo-expressionist and primitivist artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. For Teens, ages 12-18.

Thu, Feb 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room
To celebrate African American and Black History Month, we'll look at the work of LA-based architect Paul R. Williams with a reading of book Curve and Flow by Andrea J. Loney. Then we'll create a building of our own! For ages 5 - 12 with adult.

Thu, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month with us by exploring the work of African American artist Kara Walker and designing an art piece that highlights her distinctive silhouette style. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Thu, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Ready to bring your favorite stories to life? Join our unique book club where we turn literary inspiration into tangible art! For Adults.

Fri, Feb 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Artesia Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate African American and Black History Month with Iwalani! Join us in exploring the vibrant world of African and Latin drumming. For ages 2-5 with a parent and/or caregiver.

Fri, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Celebrate African American and Black History Month by learning about Black superheroes and real-life Black heroes! Come make your own super-hero mask, draw your own super-hero comics, and more fun super-hero activities! For ages 5 - 12.

Fri, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bell Express Library
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. For adults.

Fri, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Westlake Village Library
Learn about Mae Jemison, the first African- American woman to go to space, in this special African American and Black History Month program. Then design your own rocket ship picture frame and get ready to travel to space! For children ages 6 - 12.

Sat, Feb 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library
Learn about the origins and significance of African trade beads while creating your own jewelry piece under the guidance of local artist Danli Bayne. For ages 5 - 12.

Sat, Feb 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Program
Join us to discuss Red Clay by Charles B. Fancher. In 1943, Adelaide Parker shows up in Red Clay, Alabama seeking answers from a family with whom she shares a name & a history that neither knows in full. Please attend via Zoom. For ages 18 +
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Sat, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carson Library - Meeting Room
Patrons can join a facilitated discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited amount of titles are available for attendees to pick up at the library. February's Book: "Before Elvis" by Preston Lauterbach. For adults.

Sat, Feb 28, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Meeting Room
Come experience the Story of Us: The Black Experience in the Americas told by us through music, spoken word, stories, & poems by the AC Bilbrew Writer's Workshop & musical performances by Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles. All Ages

Sat, Feb 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room
Let us honor Black scientists and celebrate African American & Black History Month. We will explore the research done by scientist Claudia Alexander who studied the earth science. For Ages 4 – 12

Sat, Feb 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hawaiian Gardens Library
Join us for this special program about Madam CJ Walker! Eye Discover will guide us in exploring her life as a Black female innovator and businesswoman. We'll also get to create some soap to take home! For children ages 6-12 with parent or caregiver.