Create a small memory box of photos, keepsakes, and short captions that reflects a personal or family story of resilience or belonging. Boxes will be displayed in the library for one month. For adults.

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Join us to learn the art of creating a beautiful ribbon lei. Often given to celebrate special occasions, these handmade les are a heartfelt gift of aloha. For adults

Join us at the library to learn about the wonders of ink and water in this workshop. Participants will use inks, water and suminagashi techniques to create one-of-kind paper art. For ages 12 – 17

Join us to create Japanese American paper flowers.  For adults.

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage month by exploring the art of Japanese accordion books. Afterwards, create one of your own! For ages 5 - 12 and their parent or caregiver.

Learn how to make beautifully designed clay blocks using Nerikomi as a technique that offers a powerful way to explore colors, patterns and clay construction. Be a ceramicist for a day! For Ages 14 – 17

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month as you learn about the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi.  Discover the beauty of imperfection as you piece pottery back together one golden seam at a time.   For adults.

This AANHPI month let's learn about a popular children's toy that began from the Shang Dynasty. For children ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

The book for May is They Called us Enemy by George Takei. For adults.

Join us to create Japanese American paper flowers. For Adults. 

Join us for a community reading program of exceptional scope – one book for all of the west coast. This special book club will feature discussion about They Called Us Enemy by George Takei. For adults.

Join us for an introductory ukulele class taught by teacher and musician Iwalani Venerable. The class will consist of three 45 minute sessions to build skills. Make sure to sign up for all three! For adults

Join us as we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as we watch the film Life of Pi (2012). For ages 18+

Experience a lively retelling of the classic Japanese folktale The Tale of the Lucky Cat and help make sound effects during the presentation. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver. 

Join us to create a watercolor postcard inspired by professional artist Chiura Obata who was an inmate at a Japanese incarceration camp and taught classes in drawing and painting portraits and remembrances of life before incarceration.

Come learn about the first Indian American woman in space, NASA Astronaut Dr. Kalpana Chawla, as well as how astronauts return to Earth from space. Participants will build their own mini space capsules and test them for a water landing!

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with us as we learn about the tradition of gold leaf making in Myanmar. For Adults - ages 18 and up

This Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, join us to create a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults.

Join us to create a watercolor postcard inspired by professional artist Chiura Obata who was an inmate at a Japanese incarceration camp and taught classes in drawing and painting portraits and remembrances of life before incarceration.

In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Month, Chef Phoebe Chow will do a cooking demonstration of popular Hong Kong street foods like bubble waffles and steamed cakes. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Without access to fresh flowers, Japanese Americans incarcerated during WWII brightened their surroundings by creating bouquets from found materials in the camps. Join us to create paper flowers inspired by these artists. For teens ages 13 - 17.

Join us for an afternoon of art. This month we'll be celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month and use water and paint to create beautiful swirly art prints inspired by Japanese water marbling technique called suminagashi.  For ages 5 - 12 with an adult.

We will discuss this book in verse by Thanhhà Lai. This book explores themes of war, family, culture shock, bullying, and the enduring spirit of the human race. Afterwards we will create a variety of poetry, from haiku to sonnets. For Grades 4 - 8.

Join us as we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Children will learn about the history and storytelling found in Pacific Island patterns and create their own Tapa cloth. For ages 5 - 12 with a caregiver.

In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Month, learn about the Bangladeshi/Bengali quilting tradition known as kantha. Then make a felt and yarn star inspired by the kantha style. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

It's Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, so join us at the library for a fun activity with stamps! Learn about relief printmaking techniques while making your own Kapa Cloth! For teens ages 13 - 17. 

Without access to fresh flowers, Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II brightened their surroundings by creating paper bouquets. Join us to create flowers inspired by these artists. For adults only.

Join us to learn about flower leis in honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Join us for a teen screening of the film Turning Red. Movie is rated PG. No registration required.  This film screening is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Clifton M. Brakensiek Library. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Gaman art reflects a spirit of resourcefulness and creativity. Create a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. You will also have an opportunity to create a set of greeting cards. For adults.

Join us in celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month and learn about the origin of Tapas and make one of your own. For ages 6 - 12

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults

Join us to create a postcard watercolor landscape inspired by professional artists and Japanese American incarceration camp inmates Chiura Obata and George Matsusaburo Hibi. For adults.

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults

Join the Adult Book Club for 'One Book, One Coast' where we discuss 'They Called Us Enemy' by George Takei. For Adults

For Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Month, the Pico Rivera Library Book Club will be discussing Michelle Zauner's memoir, Crying in H Mart. For adults.

Join us to create a watercolor postcard inspired by professional artist Chiura Obata, who taught various classes in drawing and painting at a Japanese incarceration camp. Limited to 20 participants. For adults 18+.

Create a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. Registration required. For adults.

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander heritage month by learning about the Jeepney! Then design your own colorful public transportation chipboard to take home with you! Registration required. For ages 4 - 12.

Join us in celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by learning about Hawaiian Kapa Cloth making and its watermark designs. You will also get to make your own designs inspired by kapa cloth.  For ages 5 - 12

Join us to create a watercolor postcard inspired by professional artist Chiura Obata who was an inmate at a Japanese incarceration camp and taught classes in drawing and painting portraits and remembrances of life before incarceration. For adults.

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Month and explore the beautiful tradition of the Filipino hand fan or the pamaypay! Paint your own fan with a unique design! For ages 6 - 12.

Join us for a community reading program of exceptional scope – one book for all of the west coast. This special book club will feature discussion about They Called Us Enemy by George Takei. For Adults

 Join us in celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! We will learn and explore different cultures by creating art activities native to specific regions.

Karesansui, or Japanese Zen gardens, are minimalist places of contemplation and focus. Create your own pocket version as we commemorate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. For teens ages 12 - 18 

Come celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, as we share the book Niki Nakayama: A Chef's Tale in 13 Bites. For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Fold some origami boats and test out how well they float. We will learn about various nautical inventions from Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander cultures. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

Join us for a live demonstration of Suminagashi, or the Japanese Art of Marbling, and make your own marbled stationery. While supplies last. For ages 14 - 17.

Celebrate the cultures, contributions, and heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans with stories, activities, and more, and create your own koinobori, a traditional Japanese windsocks shaped like fish. For ages 5-12 with caregiver.

Come celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at the library. For teens 13 - 17

Discover the sweet origins of your favorite drink, through Joanna Ho's, "Becoming Boba". Our bubbly journey continues as we design and shrink our very own custom "bubble" tea keychains! For ages 5 - 12.

In honor of Asian America, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we're reading 'Daughters of Shandong' by Eve J. Chung. Copies of the current title are available at the Information Desk. New members are always welcome! For adults.

Commemorate AANHPI Heritage Month with a film screening of "Not Your Model Minority" (2021). Afterwards, create a painting of a lotus flower, a profound symbol in Asian cultures representing identity, resilience, and growth. For adults ages 18+.

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Chef Phoebe Chow. Chef Chow will share the history and cultural background and she shows us how make rose cookies. Recipes and samples will be provided. For adults.

Join us for a community reading program of exceptional scope – one book for all of the west coast. This special book club will feature discussion about They Called Us Enemy by George Takei. For adults

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Manhattan Beach Library Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! In addition to our regular agenda, we will discuss They Called Us Enemy by George Takei. For ages 12 - 17.

Join us in celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month and learn about the history of the fan. We will share fun historical facts, followed by an art activity. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

Join us for a special Book Adventures program honoring Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and celebrating the strength and resilience of the Cambodian people! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Kumihimo, an ancient art technique using tools for Japanese braid-making. Join us to learn about two different tools used and then create your own braid to take home. For ages 13 - 17

Celebrate ​​Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month by creating Japanese origami butterflies. Also, join the Teen Advisory Board and let us know what programs you'd like to see at the library. For teens ages 13 - 18.

East West Players presents an original play based on the story of Tam Tran, an undocumented UCLA student, who testified in Congress for the DREAM Act. Please be aware this play contains themes/dialogue around racism and deportation. For ages 12 - 18.

In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, learn about Japanese Flower arrangements. Mari Prasad will demonstrate how you can create a beautiful arrangement of your own. Registration required. For ages 18+.

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II.

Join us for a community reading program of exceptional scope – one book for all of the west coast. This special book club will feature discussion about They Called Us Enemy by George Takei. For adults.

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.

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults.

Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month by learning Sashiko, a traditional Japanese hand-stitching technique for mending and decorating fabric. Materials provided—bring a piece to mend if you like! While supplies last. For adults. 

Join us to create Japanese American paper flowers. For adults.

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults.

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II.

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by developing your skills in origami, the art form that originated in Japan. Program led by Peggy Hasegawa, a local artist. For ages 5 - 12.

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For ages 18+

Join us for an introductory ukulele class taught by teacher and musician Iwalani Venerable. The class will consist of three 45 minute sessions to build skills. Make sure to sign up for all three! For adults

In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month we are welcoming Chef Phoebe Chow to show us how to make a delicious, traditional Chinese Wife Cake during this cooking demonstration! For adults

Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with a special program learning about the vibrant and expressive form of Korean folk painting that flourished between the 17th - 19th centuries. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For Adults

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II.

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. May's book: "Three Kings" by Todd Balf. For adults.

From crafting bracelets and creating sculptures to watercolor painting and making lanterns, join us and explore the many ways that celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! For Ages 4-12

Join us to create a watercolor postcard inspired by professional artist Chiura Obata who was an inmate at a Japanese incarceration camp and taught classes in drawing and painting portraits and remembrances of life before incarceration.

Join us for our first installment of Hawaiian Gardens Music Club! Learn about a featured artist or album while listening to their music and sharing some stories. For Adults.

In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, have fun and use your imagination as you make your own Chigiri-e style work of art. For ages 5 - 12

Join us and author/illustrator Sunny Seki to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with The Tale of Lucky the Cat. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.

This Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we are exploring the ever versatile palm. Learn more about the palm frond and make your own decorative paper palm. For teens ages 13 - 17.

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults.

Join us in learning about the art technique, Pointellism and create a Cherry Blossom Tree in honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Island Heritage Month. For ages 13 - 17

Join us for our two-part book club for books that have made it to the screen! Ages 18+

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults

Join the LGBTQ+ Book Club for a hybrid (in-person and online) discussion of Afterparties: Stories by Anthony Veasna So. For adults.

In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month we will read and discuss 'The Emperor of Gladness' by Ocean Vuong. Find copies of the book and discussion questions at the Book Club Corner.

Learn about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander cultures with books and songs. Afterwards join us for do-it-yourself art activities celebrating these cultures. For ages 5 - 12 with caregiver. 

Join us in commemorating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month by learning about Yayoi Kusama. For ages 5 - 11 with their parent or caregiver.

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II.

Acclaimed chef Phoebe Chow will have a cooking demonstration on how to make Chinese BBQ pork or Char Siu, a famous Cantonese dish. She will talk about the culture and history behind this dish while preparing samples to enjoy. For adults.

Join us this Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Month for a discussion of 'Crying in H Mart' by Michelle Zauner—a powerful memoir exploring grief, identity, and the bonds we share through food and family. For adults.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Sometimes you just need a visit to the library. Join a free flowing discussion of 'What You Are Looking for Is in the Library' by Michiko Aoyama-- while creating a beautiful kikekome ball. For adults.

Join us to create a watercolor postcard inspired by professional artist Chiura Obata who was an inmate at a Japanese incarceration camp and taught classes in drawing and painting portraits and remembrances of life before incarceration.

In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Watch and learn as chef Phoebe Chow prepares an authentic Pineapple Bun or Bo Law Bao. For children ages 7-14 with parents or caregivers ages 18+. Registration required.

In honor of Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Month, join us as we discuss the book Magic Ramen: The Story of Momofuku Ando by Andrea Wang. For ages 8 – 12

Ddakji is a game played in Korea with a toy that is made out of paper. Come make and play ddakji with us for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! For ages 5 - 12 with an adult.

Join us as we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! What does "aloha" truly mean? Learn more about Hawaiian culture and create your own palm tree to take home. For ages 6 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults.

Before he braved the final frontier, George Takei survived a childhood behind barbed wire. Join us to discuss a powerful true story of courage, identity, and what it truly means to be American. For Adults.

Join us to create a watercolor postcard inspired by professional artist Chiura Obata who was an inmate at a Japanese incarceration camp and taught classes in drawing and painting portraits and remembrances of life before incarceration.

Join us to make a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. For adults

Join us for an introductory ukulele class taught by teacher and musician Iwalani Venerable. The class will consist of three 45 minute sessions to build skills. Make sure to sign up for all three! For adults

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander History Month with Phoebe Chow as she provides a hands-on demonstration of the Chinese Wife Cake. For Adults.