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Hispanic Heritage Month: Chilean Rain Sticks - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodcrest Library
In South America, it's believed that using rain sticks would bring rain and thunderstorms. Join us to learn more about the rain sticks first used by the Mapuche in ancient Chile. Then, we will make rain sticks using paper towel rolls. For ages 6 - 12
Creation Station - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Avalon Library
Stop by the library on Tuesdays and Fridays for a small art project. Learn and develop your coloring skills, construction, and STEAM talents as you decorate, build, or craft your own artifact. For ages 4 - 17.
Under the Sea Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime celebrating the ocean! We will read ocean themed books and then create our own porthole with a glimpse into the ocean and all that inhabits it. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Build-a-Bookmark Workshop - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
San Fernando Library - Meeting Room
Love books and art? Join us to create your own bookmark for the 47th Annual LA County Library Bookmark Contest using crayons, markers, and other fun art supplies. For children ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Read-a-thon and Word Fun - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Florence Library
Help us celebrate International Literacy Day by seeing how many books we can read in an hour! Have the option of making a bookmark and playing word games too! For the whole family.
Paint with Me! - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sunkist Library - Meeting Room
Calling all little artists! In honor of grandparents and caregivers, join us for a sweet and creative painting workshop, featuring The Duckling Gets a Cookie!? by Mo Willems.  For ages 2 –5
DIY 3D Art - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wiseburn Library
Use your imagination to create amazing 3D art inspired by picture books. For ages  5 - 12.
Finger Crochet - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room
Learn and practice basic finger crochet stitches. Supplies will be provided. For children ages 8 - 12 years old with a parent or caregiver.
Bubblemania - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hermosa Beach Library
Join us for a 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 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
The Billy Bonkers Magic Show - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Montebello Library - Meeting Room
Billy Bonkers Magic helps us continue the excitement with an interactive show full of laughs, surprises, and audience participation. Along the way, kids will discover the many fun and helpful services the library has to offer.
Moving Monarchs - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room
Learn about Monarch butterflies, their lifecycle,  and their amazing journey to warmer climates. Then, make your own colorful butterfly out of paper coffee filters. For children ages 6 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Chilean Arpilleras - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lennox Library - Meeting Room
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, join us to create Arpilleras, works of fiber art that grew popular in Chile during the 1970s. Participants will make an Arpillera of their own, using craft supplies. For ages 5 – 12 with their caregivers.
Make Your Own US Flag - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room
Citizenship Day is a day to celebrate the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens. Join us in celebrating by creating your very own U.S. Flag. For ages 5-12 with a parent or caregiver.
Children's STEM Program: The Amazing Astrolabe - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Have you ever heard of the astrolabe? It’s a great piece of ancient technology that we can still use today! Come join us to learn and make your own astrolabe to map or measure the sky! For ages 8 – 12 with parent or caregiver. 
Anime Your Way - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carson Library
Learn how to create an anime character from scratch, no matter what your drawing level is! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or a caregiver.
Back to School Mini Tote Bags
Wed, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Paramount Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate the new school year with us by learning about helpful resources the library has to offer. Decorate a mini tote bag to match your unique style. We’ll provide fabric markers and totes. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Art Explorers - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 10, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
South El Monte Library
Let's get creative with a mixed media art project! We'll build STEAM muscles by decorating, building, imagining, and more. For kids ages 5 – 12.
Decorate a Pencil Pouch!
Thu, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Graham Library
Ready for the new school year? Decorate your own pencil pouch that is uniquely yours using paint, markers, and glitter. All supplies provided. For ages 5 -12 with a parent or caregiver.
Book Party: The Good Egg - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library
Join us to read "The Good Egg" by Jory John and learn about ways to take care of yourself. Then paint your own wooden egg. For ages 5 -12.
Design a Bookmark! - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Topanga Library - Meeting Room
Create an entry for LA County Library’s 47th Annual Bookmark Contest using art supplies such as crayons, colored pencils, markers, and more! For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.
Art Afternoon with the Friends of Barnsdall Arts Center! - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Avalon Library
Join us for an afternoon of creation with the art instructors from Hollywood's Barnsdall Arts Center. Everyone will get a work of art to take home! All supplies provided. For ages 4 and up. Sponsored by the Friends of Avalon Library.
DIY Science: Fun with Chalk! - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room
Join us to learn how to make sidewalk chalk with materials you may find at home. Explore chemical reactions and color mixing while making chalk to take home. Afterward, enjoy creating chalk art of your own!
Hispanic Heritage Month: Storytime and Art Activity - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sorensen Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about Escaramuza, an exclusively female event in Charrería, Mexican rodeo. Listen to the story, Rhea's Rodeo by Laekan Zea Kemp, then make your very own horse marionette. For Ages 5 - 12.
Creation Station - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Avalon Library
Stop by the library on Tuesdays and Fridays for a small art project. Learn and develop your coloring skills, construction, and STEAM talents as you decorate, build, or craft your own artifact. For ages 4 - 17.
Planetarium at the Library! - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
San Gabriel Library
Join us as we travel through space and time in our own planetarium! Enjoy a fun morning learning about the stars and constellations and making space themed crafts.  For children ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
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Creation Station: Bookmark Contest - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 12, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Lawndale Library
Create your entry for this year's Bookmark Contest! Supplies will be provided for you to create your own original art work and submit to the library. For students in grades kindergarten - 12th grade.
Bilingual Family Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sunkist Library
¡Vámonos! Let's go! Let's read, sing, and dance in English and in Spanish. Together we'll enjoy stories and songs that teach Spanish vocabulary followed by songs and fingerplays that incorporate both languages. For ages 2 – 12.
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Nichos Boxes - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Walnut Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by creating your own Nicho box — a vibrant, decorative box traditionally used in Latin America to honor loved ones or showcase religious imagery. For children 5 –12.
Learn to Crochet for Kids - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Artesia Library - Meeting Room
Come and learn the art of crochet.  We will provide all the materials and get you started on a project.  All levels of experience are invited to join us. For ages 8 - 12 years old with a parent or caregiver.
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Saturday Art Surprise - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Duarte Library - Meeting Room
Come be creative with us! What will we make? Will it be a multi-media collage? Will we decorate journal covers? Come find out! All supplies will be provided. For ages 5 to 17.
Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
Mexican Mosaic Dance Show - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room
Experience the wonder, colors, and rhythms of the Gypsy Folk Dance Ensemble as they perform traditional Mexican dances and share the history of these cultural celebrations of music, movement, and life.
Make a Balloon Powered Car - In-Person Program
Mon, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodcrest Library
Have fun building and testing a simple balloon powered car while learning about the science concepts of potential and kinetic energy.  For ages 6 – 12 with parent or caregiver.
Activity Hour for Kids: Chilean Arpilleras - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Children's Theater
Arpilleras are tapestries that Chilean women made to protest their government. Learn more about how are arpilleras were made and about the history of Chile. Then make your own fabric arpillera about a topic that is important to you. For ages 6 - 12.
Creation Station - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Avalon Library
Stop by the library on Tuesdays and Fridays for a small art project. Learn and develop your coloring skills, construction, and STEAM talents as you decorate, build, or craft your own artifact. For ages 4 - 17.
MākMō: Fun with Flutes - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room
Wind instruments work in amazing ways! Come learn about how the wind plays a vital role in music. Afterwards, create your own pan flute to take home.  For ages 6-12 with an adult. 
Book Party: Fish in a Tree - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lancaster Library - Group Study Room
We will discuss this novel by Lynda Mullaly Hunt about Ally, who has been able to hide her inability to read. However, Ally learns that dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of. Afterwards we will create our own personalized fish. For Grades 5 - 9.
Travel Nicaragua: Shrink Art Keychains - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Florence Library
Travel with us to Nicaragua, which celebrates its independence day today! After learning more about the country and culture, make a special shrink art keychain highlighting a feature of Nicaragua! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
LACMA: Split Creature Sculpture - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Meeting Room
Play with form and shape your own clay sculpture, inspired by Jeff Koons Split-Rocker (2025). Merge your two favorite creatures to mold anew creation of your own making. Seating is limited and on a first-come, first-seated basis. For ages 6+
Hispanic Heritage Month: History of the Piñata - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maywood Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us and learn about the incredible history of the piñata! Find out the origin of the pinata and much more. Then create your very own paper-bag piñata! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Sugar Skull - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rosemead Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring the history of sugar skulls (calaveras), a cherished Día de Los Muertos tradition. Then sculpt your own sugar skull with Model Magic clay and decorate it with colorful markers and paint. For ages 5 - 12.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Lotería and Lucha Libre! - In Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
City Terrace Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about Lucha Libre, a Mexican style of wrestling, and Lotería, the Mexican game of chance. Then join us for a fun game of Lotería  and make your own Lucha Libre mask.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Spotlight on Bill Melendez - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lomita Library - Meeting Room
Learn all about Bill Melendez, an award winning Mexican-American animator, director, producer and the voice actor of Snoopy and Woodstock! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Art of Sonia Romero - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Chet Holifield Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about artist Sonia Romero whose work draws on vintage graphic aesthetics and rich traditions of Chicano art. Make your own masterpiece in her style. For children ages 5-12.
Mesoamerican Masks - Hispanic Heritage Month - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
George Nye, Jr. Library
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, make your own Mesoamerican inspired mask as you learn about the significance of these works of art to the ancient cultures of Mexico and Central America. For ages 6-12.
DIY Bookmarks - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wiseburn Library
Design an entry for the Annual Bookmark Contest and make a fun Frog bookmark to take home! For ages 5 -11.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Let's Play Loteria! - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodcrest Library
Join us to discover and play the wonderful Mexican game of Loteria. Learn about the history of the game and some Spanish vocabulary. You may be lucky and win some prizes. For children ages 6 - 12 with a parent or caregiver
Hispanic Heritage Month: Chilean Arpilleras - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hermosa Beach Library
Arpilleras are tapestries that Chilean women made to protest their government. Learn more about how are arpilleras were made and about the history of Chile. Then make your own arpillera about a topic that is important to you. For ages 6 - 12.
Hispanic Heritage Month: DIY Marionette Horse - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Charter Oak Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by constructing a marionette horse and coordinate your own synchronized Escaramuza Chara with friends. For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
Alcancías de Alebrijes - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room
It's Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us as we create colorful animal money banks, or alcancías de alebrijes, while we learn about Pedro Linares and Mexican folk art. ¡Qué chido! For ages 6 - 12 with caregiver.
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Make a Mural for Kids - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Malibu Library - Meeting Room
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month help create a mural for the children's room. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.
Learn the Recorder - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room
The recorder is a great first instrument! You bring the breath, and we'll provide the first lesson plus a free recorder. Come make music with us! For ages 8 - 12.
Hispanic Heritage Month: DIY Piñata
Wed, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:40pm
Graham Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the independence anniversaries of Mexico, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua! For ages 5–12 with a parent or caregiver.
Hispanic Heritage Month: DIY Papel Picado  - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room
National Hispanic Heritage month is September 15 - October 15. Learn about the history and tradition of papel picado and join us in celebrating by creating your own decorative papel picado. For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
Brick by Brick - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Join us for brick building! Build your own or work in a team to make designs using different types of building objects. We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! For ages 5 - 12 with caregiver. 
WOW! That's STEM: Make Your Own Hydraulic Crane - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Live Oak Library - Meeting Room
Can water lift heavy objects? Find out by building your own hydraulic crane! Explore the science of hydraulics and think like an engineer as you design, build, test, and improve your crane in this fun, hands-on STEM challenge. For ages 6 – 12
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Build and Explore - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carson Library
Join us for a fun afternoon of brick building! Explore exciting math and science concepts and create different structures and designs with different shapes, colors, and sizes of bricks. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or a caregiver.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Wanda Hears the Stars - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cudahy Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about the amazing work of astronomer Wanda Díaz-Merced, who uses sound to study the stars and make astronomy more accessible. For ages 6- 12
Hispanic Heritage Month: Amate Bark Painting - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Westlake Village Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by painting and learning about Amate bark paper. For kids ages 6 - 12 with parent or caregiver
MākMō: Piñata Planets - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Compton Library
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month join us as we learn about the properties of planets in our universe and make your own in the style of a piñata! What would your very own planet look and be like? For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver
The Arty Loon Show! - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Avalon Library
Avalon Library welcomes back the astonishingly talented magician Arty Loon for an afternoon of fun, magic, and comedy! For ages 5 and up. Sponsored by the Friends of Avalon Library.
Clothespin Catapults - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Littlerock Library
Learn the science of force and motion as you build your own mini catapult. Then, put your design to the test with fun target challenges while exploring the basics of engineering and physics. For ages 5 - 12.
Mahendi: Indian Henna Design - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lomita Library - Meeting Room
Learn about the art of henna, a body art symbolizing joy, beauty and spirituality, during this educational demonstration led by staff from the Karishma Beauty Salon and then get your own temporary body design! For ages 6 - 12 with parent/caregiver.
Storytime with a Councilmember
Wed, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Paramount Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a special storytime with a Paramount City Councilmember! Enjoy a story read by a Councilmember and then take part in a fun craft. For children ages 5 - 12 and their parent or caregiver.
Little Readers Book Club - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room
Young readers are invited to join us as we read children's stories together and share our thoughts in a fun and engaging discussion followed by an art activity!
Alebrijes - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring Pedro Linares's alebrije creations and learn about Mexican art and folktales. Then create your own owl alebrije to take home! For ages 5 – 12 with their parent or caregiver.
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Wordless Story Hour - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an engaging story hour with wordless books that tell the story without getting bored! Children learn new vocabulary, build narrative skills, language skills, and emotional skills while having fun reading! For Ages 4 – 12
Hispanic Heritage Month: Guatemalan Worry Dolls - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Castaic Library - Meeting Room
Discover the Guatemalan legend of the Worry Dolls! Learn about the tradition behind these tiny dolls, then create your own to take home. For ages 5 - 12 with an accompanying parent or caregiver.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Paper Flowers - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Masao W. Satow Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Colorful paper flowers are a traditional folk art from Mexico, used in many holidays. Learn the history then create your own flower, bouquet, or crown to take home. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Kids Art Adventure: Hojalatas
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexico's Independence Day as we explore the beautiful tradition of hojalata, or Mexican tin art! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver. 
MākMō: Pumpkin Catapult Challenge! - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hollydale Library
Compete to see who can build the best catapult while learning about engineering, physics, and launching pumpkins! For ages 5 - 12 with an adult.
Lotería at the Library - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Avalon Library
Join us to discover and learn the traditional Mexican game of Lotería! Spanish and English speakers welcome. For ages 5 - 12.
Giddy Up & Craft - Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Thu, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sunkist Library - Meeting Room
Saddle up at Sunkist Library! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special reading of Rhea's Rodeo, then design your very own horse puppet to take home. For ages 5 – 12.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Alfombras de aserrín - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Los Angeles Library
Honor Hispanic Heritage Month by creating an Alfombra de aserrín, a traditional Guatemalan sawdust carpet. We will explore this vibrant art form and its cultural importance to inspire our own creations. For ages 5 - 12 with caregiver.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Escaramuzas! - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room
What is Escaramuzas? To kick off Hispanic Heritage Month, learn about this female Mexican rodeo event with a reading of book Rhea’s Rodeo by Laekan Zea Kemp. Afterwards, stay for a craft commemorating this joyous tradition. For ages 5 -12 with adult.
Pajama Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 6:45pm - 7:15pm
Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room
Put on your cozy jammies, bring along your favorite stuffy or blanket, and join us for a mellow evening of stories, songs, and rhymes.
Creation Station - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Avalon Library
Stop by the library on Tuesdays and Fridays for a small art project. Learn and develop your coloring skills, construction, and STEAM talents as you decorate, build, or craft your own artifact. For ages 4 - 17.
Let's Play Library Loteria! - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norwalk Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a fun library-themed twist on the classic game of Lotería! After learning about the history of Lotería, play a special library-themed version featuring beloved children's books.  For children ages 5 - 12.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bell Express Library
Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by reading and discussing Sonia Sotomayor: A Judge Grows in the Bronx by Jonah Winter. For ages 7 - 12.
Keroppi™'s Donut Pond Paper Craft - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Keroppi™ lives at Donut Pond, where every day brings something new to explore. Use paper shapes and simple craft materials to build the pond with lily pads, flowers, and playful details. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 2-5. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hello Kitty® and Friends: Bookmark Pals - In-Person Event
Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maywood Library
Hello Kitty® loves sharing stories with friends. Create Hello Kitty® and Friends felt book clips, one to keep and one to share with someone who loves reading as much as you do. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Cinnamoroll™'s Charm Cafe - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon. Design a keychain or charm using beads, felt, shrink plastic, or charms inspired by sweet treats, friendship, and your own style. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Creation Station: Jean-Michael Basquiat - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Lawndale Library
Join us for a drop-in craft celebrating Puerto Rican and Haitian American artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. We provide the supplies and you create your own inspired self-portrait or art piece. For ages 5 - 12. 
Home Tweet Home - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Every bird deserves a cozy place to call home! Join us as we build and paint colorful birdhouses for our feathered friends. We'll use paints to decorate while learning about the different birds that call our community home. For ages 6 – 12.
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Puzzle Swap
Sat, Sep 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Join us in the meeting room for our Iacoboni Puzzle Swap! Please bring any complete puzzles to swap with your fellow enthusiasts. For all ages.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month: Miniature Pan Dulce Program - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room
Jump into the world of Pan Dulce, a form of sweet bread originating in Mexico. Learn about how pan dulce is made, the different types, and which holidays across Latin America are celebrated by enjoying pan dulce.
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Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Sat, Sep 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Montebello Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Möbius Strip 3D Art - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hawthorne Library - Meeting Room
Join us to explore where math and art collide by making your own 3D Möbius strip paper art sculpture! For ages 5 - 12 with a caregiver.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Sonia Romero and Murals - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Artesia Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by creating a mural like the one on the front of the Artesia Library. For ages 5 - 12  with a parent or caregiver
Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
Design a Bookmark! - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Diamond Bar Library
Show off your creativity in our 47th Annual Bookmark Contest! Art supplies including markers, crayons, colored pencils and more will be available to create your entry in the library with your family and friends.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Mexican Dance Fiesta - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Mexican Dance Fiesta presented by Gypsy Folk Ensemble. For ages 5 - 12 and their families.
Cinnamoroll™'s Charm Cafe - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon. Design a keychain or charm using beads, felt, shrink plastic, or charms inspired by sweet treats, friendship, and your own style. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Sat, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
La Puente Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Sewing for Kids 1: Machine Basics - In-Person Program
Mon, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Do you want to learn to sew with a sewing machine? 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. We will be making pillows. For ages 8 to 12 years old.
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Sparkle & Story: A Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration - In-Person
Mon, Sep 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Los Angeles Library
Listen to the story "Adela's Mariachi Band," by Denise Vega, and learn about mariachi traditions and customs. In the spirit of female Mariachi attire, children can bedazzle a book with rhinestones and gems. Ages 6-12
Creation Station - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Avalon Library
Stop by the library on Tuesdays and Fridays for a small art project. Learn and develop your coloring skills, construction, and STEAM talents as you decorate, build, or craft your own artifact. For ages 4 - 17.
Hobbit Day: Mini Hobbit Door Wreath - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
We are celebrating National Hobbit Day with a crafting party! We will discuss The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, play trivia, & make a mini hobbit door wreath. Get free copy of the book at the Children's Reference desk. For kids ages 8-14 with an adult. 
Book Adventure: I Am, Yo Soy - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by joining us in our read aloud of " I am, yo soy!" by Gabriela Orozco Belt.  We'll read the book, discuss it, and then create an alebrije with paper or model magic. For kids ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Bilingual Storytime - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lennox Library - Meeting Room
Join us for bilingual storytime and learn Spanish words with stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by a fun art activity. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Create, Connect and Celebrate with Hello Kitty® and Friends - In-Person Event
Tue, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate friendship and creativity with Hello Kitty® and Friends. Enjoy an afternoon of hands-on crafts and activities inspired by kindness, imagination, and the joy of being together. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Create, Connect and Celebrate with Hello Kitty® and Friends - In-Person Event
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rosemead Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate friendship and creativity with Hello Kitty® and Friends. Enjoy an afternoon of hands-on crafts and activities inspired by kindness, imagination, and the joy of being together. For ages 5 -12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Sewing for Kids 2 Projects: Tissue Holder - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Have you taken Sewing 1 for Kids Machine Basics and want to expand your sewing skills? Join us for Sewing 2: Projects, where we will make new and interesting projects to expand your sewing knowledge. For ages 8 - 12 years old.
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Mid-Autumn Festival: Mooncakes
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with stories about mooncakes. Learn about phases of the moon and Chinese mooncake vocabulary. We'll make both a paper moon cake craft and create a mooncake from dough.For ages 5-12 with a parent or caregiver.
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Design a Bookmark! - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room
Show off your creativity in designing a bookmark for our 47th Annual Bookmark Contest! Join us in an afternoon of coloring using art supplies, such as crayons, colored pencils, markers, and more! For ages 5 – 12.
Travel Chile: Arpilleras - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Florence Library
Travel with us and learn about Chile! Discover the fiber artform of making arpilleras. Then make make one of your own using a combination of paper and felt. For ages 5 - 9 with parent or caregiver.
Fossil Finders: Dino Dig! - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
San Fernando Library - Meeting Room
Become a paleontologist for the day! Children will learn how paleontologists discover, excavate, and identify fossils to uncover clues about prehistoric life. For ages 5 - 12  with parent or caregiver.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Tue, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
City Terrace Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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MakMO Gloworm Cave - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library
Glowworms are tiny insects that glow, or bioluminesce, and can be found in caves and forests around the world. They' re also not actually worms, as their name suggests!
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Tue, Sep 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Los Nietos Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Paper Mola - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Temple City Library - Meeting Room
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, learn about the hand-made textile art, Mola, of the indigenous Guna people from Panama. For children ages 5-12 with parent or caregiver.
Create, Connect and Celebrate with Hello Kitty® and Friends - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate friendship and creativity with Hello Kitty® and Friends. Enjoy an afternoon of hands-on crafts and activities inspired by kindness, imagination, and the joy of being together. For ages 5 -12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Fall Cotton Swab Tree Painting - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
El Monte Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate the colors of autumn by using cotton swabs to paint a colorful autumn tree while exploring creativity, color mixing, and fine motor skills. For children, ages 5 - 12
EquiNox Ness Monsters - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room
The Autumn Equinox is the date every September where day and night are equal. Celebrate by making an EquiNox Ness Monster thaumatrope while learning about Scottish equinox traditions. For children ages 6 - 12, with caregiver.
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Brick Builders Club - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Malibu Library - Meeting Room
Join us for brick building at the library! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! Participants can build freely or participate in a fun building challenge. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Bookmark Pals - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Topanga Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® loves sharing stories with friends. Create Hello Kitty® and Friends felt book clips, one to keep and one to share with someone who loves reading as much as you do. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Graham Library
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hojalata Tin Art for Kids - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Covina Library - Meeting Room
Join us to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Discover Hojalata, a Mexian folk art that is made by pressing designs in soft metal and then create your own masterpiece to take home. For ages 5-12 with parent or caregiver.
Family Storytime - Hispanic Heritage Month  - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Learn about Hispanic cultures with books and songs. Afterwards join us for do-it-yourself art activities celebrating these cultures. For ages 5 - 12 with caregiver. 
Design a Bookmark! - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carson Library
Create an entry for LA County Library’s 47th Annual Bookmark Contest! We'll provide art supplies, such as crayons, colored pencils, markers, and more. Just bring your imagination! For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Cinnamoroll™’s  Charm Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room
Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon. Design a custom keychain or bag charm using beads, felt, shrink plastic, or charms inspired by sweet treats, fluffy clouds, friendship, and your own personal style. For ages 5-12 and caregivers.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Compton Library
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5-11. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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WOW! That's STEM - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sunkist Library
Join the WOW! That's STEM staff as they explore the process of engineering design and design a robot that performs a task for you. For ages 8 – 12
Hispanic Heritage Month: Matchbox Nichos - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hawaiian Gardens Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making a matchbox nicho—small, colorful boxes that honor loved ones or display religious images originating in Latin America. For children ages 6-12.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Wed, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Alondra Library
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Pajama Storytime - Wanda Hears the Stars - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Walnut Library - Meeting Room
Put on your cozy jammies, bring along your favorite stuffy or blanket, and join us for a mellow evening of stories, songs, and art activities. For children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.
Bookmark Contest Ice Cream Celebration - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Avalon Library
Design a bookmark as part of Avalon Library's annual bookmark contest and earn a delicious free ice cream treat! Supplies limited, first come first served for ice cream treats. For ages 5 - 12.
Cinnamoroll’s™ Charm Cafe - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
South El Monte Library
Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon. Design a custom keychain or bag charm using beads, felt, shrink plastic, or charms inspired by sweet treats, fluffy clouds, friendship, and your own personal style.
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Reader's Theater for Grades 3 & 4 - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
Reader's Theatre builds oral reading fluency and comprehension by repeatedly reading parts of a script while focusing on pacing, inflection, and expression. The play will then be presented with script in hand. For kids in Grades 3 & 4 only.
Huichol Yarn Art - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the vibrant world of Huichol yarn art, a lively folk-art tradition from Mexico! Artists use bright, colorful yarn to craft stunning patterns. Join us and create your own masterpiece. For kids, ages 5 - 12.
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STEAM Thursday: Nazca Lines of Peru! - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we're heading to the deserts of Peru! Join us as we uncover the mystery of the Nazca Lines and then we will create our own! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Masao W. Satow Library
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hello Kitty® and Friends: Bookmark Pals - In-Person Event
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lynwood Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® loves sharing stories with friends. Create Hello Kitty® and Friends felt book clips, one to keep and one to share with someone who loves reading as much as you do. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carson Library
Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style. Create a fuse bead design inspired by Kuromi™ and her friends, then turn it into a keychain, magnet, or a fun keepsake. For ages 12 - 18. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Kid Zorro: The Bilingual Puppet Musical - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Los Angeles Library
Noteworthy Puppets takes you to Spanish California. In this original musical adventure, Zorro must save the Mission from corruption! Will young Diego have the courage to continue his Abuelo's legacy to combat social injustice? For ages 2 - 12.
Family Paint Night - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sorensen Library - Meeting Room
Join us and listen to the story, It's Fall! by Linda Glaser as we explore the sights, sounds, and feelings that make fall so special. Then you will have fun painting a fall scene during this guided painting family event! For Ages 5 – 12.
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Creation Station - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Avalon Library
Stop by the library on Tuesdays and Fridays for a small art project. Learn and develop your coloring skills, construction, and STEAM talents as you decorate, build, or craft your own artifact. For ages 4 - 17.
Read to a Dog - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Mirada Library - Meeting Room
Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog and volunteer handler from the Pet Prescription Team! For ages 7-12 with a parent or caregiver. Attendance is limited. No registration required. Parent permission is required.
Build & Explore - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room
Children will move through different stations with different building materials for an hour of building exploration. We provide the materials you just bring the imagination! For ages 5 - 12 with an adult.
Be a Bird Scientist: Amazing Hummingbirds! - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hawthorne Library - Meeting Room
Join us to explore the world of birds! Learn all about hummingbirds and their migratory habits. Then create your own hummingbird art to take home. For ages 5 - 12 with a caregiver.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Make Your Own Arpillera - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us as we create our own arpilleras and learn about their cultural tradition and history. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
A Maskerpiece in the Making - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
This Hispanic Heritage Month, let's take inspiration from the vibrant masks and artistic traditions found throughout Latin America. Using foam clay, we'll sculpt a mask while exploring patterns, textures, and creative expression. For ages 6 – 12.
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Book Club: Queso, Just in Time - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Montebello Library - Meeting Room
Join us as we discuss the novel Queso, Just in Time by Ernesto Cisneros in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Books are available at the Customer Service Desk.
Family Movie: Encanto - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with this month's family movie, Encanto. Encanto tells the tale of an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house. For ages 5 and up.
Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sorensen Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination on a ceramic mug. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Family Craft Party: Model Airplane Workshop - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a family-friendly afternoon of STEAM! We'll learn about the physics of flight, then use our knowledge in an instructor-led workshop making model and paper airplanes. Finally, we'll test our designs to see how far our planes can go!
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Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Manhattan Beach Library
Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style. Create a fuse bead design inspired by Kuromi™ and her friends, then turn it into a keychain, magnet, or a fun keepsake. For ages 12-18. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Sat, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Artesia Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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WOW! That's Stem Workshop - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a STEM workshop with WOW! That's STEM. Kids will learn about motion and engineering and then design and build their own propeller powered helicopter. Bring your curiosity & creativity! For children ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.
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Cinnamoroll™'s Charm Cafe - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sunkist Library - Meeting Room
Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon. Design a keychain or charm using beads, felt, shrink plastic, or charms inspired by sweet treats, friendship, and your own style. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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DIY Science: Lava Lamps - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room
Let's make lava lamps- a simple yet fascinating STEM activity. You will learn about water properties, density and polarity, and why colorful bubbles float up and down. For Ages 4- 12
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Temple City Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Brick Builders Club - In-Person Program
Mon, Sep 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of creative construction! We provide all the supplies; just bring your imagination and take up the monthly fun building challenge with your fellow builders. Monthly challenge items built will be displayed. For ages 5 - 12.
Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio - In-Person Program
Mon, Sep 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Chet Holifield Library
Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style. Create a fuse bead design inspired by Kuromi™ and her friends, then turn it into a keychain, magnet, or a fun keepsake. For ages 12-18. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Creation Station - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Avalon Library
Stop by the library on Tuesdays and Fridays for a small art project. Learn and develop your coloring skills, construction, and STEAM talents as you decorate, build, or craft your own artifact. For ages 4 - 17.
DIY Talavera Tiles - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Talavera tiles are decorative tiles you may see lining kitchens, bathrooms, and walkways. Learn how they are crafted by hand then create your own tiles inspired by traditional Talavera tile designs. For ages 5 - 12.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Danza Azteca Xochipilli - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Meeting Room
Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Danza Azteca Xochipilli, who will amaze us with the traditional music, story, and dance of the mighty Aztecs. For children ages 5 – 12 and their families
Travel Brazil: Souvenir Shirts - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Florence Library
Travel with us and learn about Brazil, the largest country in South America and fifth largest in the world! Design and take home the perfect t-shirt that reflects famous aspects of this nation!  For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For kids and teens ages 5-17. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
San Fernando Library - Meeting Room
Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style. Create a fuse bead design inspired by Kuromi™ and her friends, then turn it into a keychain, magnet, or a fun keepsake. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Bookmark Contest - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Los Angeles Library
Create an entry for LA County Library’s 47th Annual Bookmark Contest using art supplies such as crayons, colored pencils, markers, and more! For ages 5 – 17 with caregiver.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Bookmark Pals - In-Person Event
Tue, Sep 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
City Terrace Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® loves sharing stories with friends. Create Hello Kitty® and Friends felt book clips, one to keep and one to share with someone who loves reading as much as you do. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hello Kitty® and Friends Journaling and Craft Social - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Los Angeles Library
Slow down and get creative with a relaxing journaling session. Personalize your journal or scrapbook using washi tape, stamps, stickers, and paper accents inspired by Hello Kitty® and Friends. Ages 6-12 © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Movie Day: The Sheep Detectives (2026) - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
A shepherd reads his sheep murder mystery books every nights. One day he is found dead and they set out to find who did it. This movie is rated PG - Parental Guidance suggested. Recommended for kids ages 8 and up with a caregiver.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Celebrate and Create: Hispanic Heritage Month - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month!  Learn about this annual celebration of history and culture through art activities. Learn the history behind Talavera tiles, hojalata and amate folk art, as you create your own.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Wed, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Temple City Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Rescheduled
Brick Builders Club - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New date Wednesday, September 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Malibu Library
Join us for brick building at the library! We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! Participants can build freely or participate in a fun building challenge. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.
Mythology & Mooncakes - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room
The beginning of fall brings changing weather and fall harvests that many cultures celebrate. Learn about mooncakes and other international fall celebrations, then, design and create a mooncake sculpture with air dry clay. For ages 6 - 12.
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Paper Molas - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by making paper molas inspired by the vibrant textile art of the Kuna people of Panama and Colombia. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Build with your Imagination - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lennox Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and discovery as you bring your ideas to life, design innovative structures, and explore the exciting world of STEM. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Mid-Autumn Festival Craft
Wed, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Graham Library
Learn about the Mid-Autumn Festival, a traditional Chinese holiday that celebrates the full moon and gives thanks for the autumn harvest. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Bookmark Pals - In-Person Event
Wed, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Verne Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® loves sharing stories with friends. Create Hello Kitty® and Friends felt book clips, one to keep and one to share with someone who loves reading as much as you do. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Make a Maraca! - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room
Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making your own maraca! Maracas are fun, egg-shaped instruments played by shaking them. Popular throughout Latin America, they add rhythm and joy to music. For ages 5 - 12.
The Art of Emily Kam Kngwarreye - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carson Library
Let's learn about the amazing Aboriginal artist, Emily Kam Kngwarreye! We will explore the history of her life and work and make our own batik-style creation. For ages 5 – 12 with their parent or caregiver.
MākMō: Cubelets - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norwalk Library - Meeting Room
Experience the perfect intro to robotics! Come see where your imagination takes you as you combine color-coded cubes that sense the world around them, process data, and perform various actions. For children ages 5 - 12.
Pochacco™'s Tissue Art - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room
Pochacco™ is playful and always ready for fun. Tear, crumple, and glue colorful tissue paper to create a Hello Kitty® and Friends inspired art while exploring colors and textures. For ages 2-5. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Live Oak Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5-12 © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Florence Library
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5-12 and the whole family. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Cinnamoroll™'s Charm Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lomita Library - Meeting Room
Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon. Design a keychain or charm using beads, felt, shrink plastic, or charms inspired by sweet treats, friendship, and your own style. For ages 6 -12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Family Coloring Night - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Coloring is more than just coloring and having fun. Coloring helps build our fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and pattern recognition.
Hello Kitty® Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
La Mirada Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone special. For ages 5-12 with caregiver. Space and supplies limited. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Kanopy Family Movie Night: ANIMAL CRACKERS - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Avalon Library
Learn about Kanopy, the incredible movie database available with your library card, and then stick around to watch the classic Marx Brothers comedy ANIMAL CRACKERS. With popcorn! For ages 5 - 17.
Evolution of the Pumpkin - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room
It's fall, and pumpkins are everywhere! Come discover fascinating facts about pumpkins and paint your own pumpkin to take home! For children ages 5 - 12. 
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5-12 © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
DIY Piñata - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Masao W. Satow Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us and learn about the incredible history of the piñata! Discover the various regional styles of the piñata and then create your very own paper-bag piñata! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Wow! That's STEM: Balancing Art  - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
La Cañada Flintridge Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon workshop presented by the team from WOW! That's STEM. Learn about the center of gravity, the exact point at which an object's weight is equally balanced on all sides, and build a balancing art piece. For children ages 6-12. 
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
MākMō: Pumpkin Catapult Challenge - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alondra Library
Pumpkin Catapult Challenge IN TIME FOR AUTUMN! Compete to see who can build the best catapult while learning about engineering, physics, and launching pumpkins! For ages 5 - 12 with adult caregiver.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Thu, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sunkist Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Create, Connect and Celebrate with Hello Kitty® and Friends - In-Person Event
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Lawndale Library
Celebrate friendship and creativity with Hello Kitty® and Friends. Enjoy an afternoon of hands-on crafts and activities inspired by kindness, imagination, and the joy of being together. For all ages. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
English/Mandarin Bilingual Storytime 中英雙語故事時間 - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 03, 10:15am - 11:15am
Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room
Join us for stories, fingerplays, and songs in both English and Mandarin Chinese. Afterwards, enjoy fun family bonding time with crafts and sensory activities! For ages 2 - 7 with their parent or caregiver.
Drag Story Hour - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a fun drag storytime with the fabulous Miss Barbie-Q reading stories that promote diversity and inclusion! Co-sponsored by the City of West Hollywood through WeHo Arts. For children of all ages.
Imagination Station - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 03, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon of DIY art. Make an artistic piece or two that will be displayed in the library!  We will learn about Día de los Muertos, & general, fall, and Halloween-themed supplies will be available. For kids ages 4–12 with a caregiver.
Read to a Dog - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library
Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog and volunteer handler from the BARK Reading Dogs group! For children ages 5 – 14 years old, accompanied by an adult.
Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Bookmark Pals - In-Person Event
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Artesia Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® loves sharing stories with friends. Create Hello Kitty® and Friends felt book clips, one to keep and one to share with someone who loves reading as much as you do. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Nichos
Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making a nicho - a colorful box that honors loved ones or displays religious images originating in Latin America. For all ages.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Bookmark Pals - In-Person Event
Sat, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Puente Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® loves sharing stories with friends. Create Hello Kitty® and Friends felt book clips, one to keep and one to share with someone who loves reading as much as you do. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio - In-Person Program
Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Willowbrook Library
Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style. Create a fuse bead design inspired by Kuromi™ and her friends, then turn it into a keychain, magnet, or a fun keepsake. For ages 12-18. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Drop-In Hands Only CPR - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is offering free trainings on Hands-Only CPR, a life-saving skill that increases the survival rate of a person in cardiac arrest emergency. For adults, teens, and children.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Bookmark Pals - In-Person Event
Tue, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodcrest Library
Hello Kitty® loves sharing stories with friends. Create Hello Kitty® and Friends felt book clips, one to keep and one to share with someone who loves reading as much as you do. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Creativity Hour: Amate Bark Art - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about Amate bark painting, a traditional pre-Hispanic Mexican art form done on bark paper; then be inspired to create your own art piece. For ages 5 -12 with an adult. 
Book Adventures: Pumpkin Heads! - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room
Join us for a fun Fall read aloud of " Pumpkin Heads!" by Wendell Minor that will prepare us for the spooky season. We'll take turns reading aloud, talk about the book and then make a paper pumpkin mask. For kids ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lennox Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5 - 12 with caregivers. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Lowrider for Sale
Tue, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, let’s learn about lowriding culture and its ties to our city. For ages 5-12 with a parent or caregiver.
Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rosemead Library - Meeting Room
Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style. Create a fuse bead design inspired by Kuromi™ and her friends, then turn it into a keychain, magnet, or a fun keepsake. For ages 6 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Travel El Salvador: Village Folk Art - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Florence Library
We conclude our Travel Latin America Series in El Salvador! A teaching artist from Barnsdall Arts will guide us in making village folk art inspired by local Salvadoran artists. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Wiseburn Library
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Cinnamoroll™'s Charm Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
La Cañada Flintridge Library - Meeting Room
Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon. Design a keychain or charm using beads, felt, shrink plastic, or charms inspired by sweet treats, friendship, and your own style. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Charter Oak Library
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hermosa Beach Library
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Historic Cats with Getty Podcasts - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room
If Objects Could Talk, what would they tell us? Journey through history guided by Purrquoise, an 18th Century porcelain cat! Then, make your own Perler bead replica. For children ages 6 - 12.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Malibu Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 2 - 5. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Wed, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Covina Library
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Take Flight with Ellen Ochoa - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carson Library
Let's commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about trailblazing astronaut Ellen Ochoa! Afterwards, explore core physics and engineering concepts by making a launch-ready paper cup rocket. For ages 5 – 11 with a parent or caregiver.
Children's STEM Program: Pumpkin Catapult - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Compete to see who can build the best catapult while learning about engineering, physics, and launching a 3D printed pumpkin. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver. 
Wild Man Dan Show - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Castaic Library - Meeting Room
Join Wild Man Dan for an exciting, informative program that includes live specimens and explores the fascinating world of reptiles, arachnids, and other amazing animals! For ages 5 - 12 years with parent or guardian.
October Family Movie: Hocus Pocus - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room
Join us for October's family movie: Hocus Pocus. Three 17th-century witches, hanged for their murderous crimes, are resurrected on Halloween in modern-day Salem by an unsuspecting teen boy. Rating: PG Runtime: 95 minutes For ages 6 and up
Design a Bookmark! - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Masao W. Satow Library
Celebrate books, reading, and art by designing a bookmark for LA County Library’s 47th Annual Bookmark Contest using crayons, colored pencils, markers, or your favorite art supplies! Art supplies will be available. For children and teens Grades K-12.
Lotería!
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us by making your own Lotería card! Learn about the history of this popular Latin American game, its popularity and then create your own unique Lotería card. Stay for a friendly round of book-themed Loteria! .
Harry Potter Book Club - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
Welcome to the Harry Potter Book Club! For this first session, you will be receiving the first book to read, making a wand, and playing games.  Fun activities await!  Costumes are welcomed. For kids ages 10 - 14.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lennox Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 13 - 17. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Kids Art Adventure: Paper Molas
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month as we explore the mola — vibrant layered art made by the Kuna people of Panamá's San Blas Islands — and craft our own colorful paper version. No sewing skills needed, just creativity! For ages 5 - 12.
Children's Bilingual Book Club - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sorensen Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a bilingual (English/Spanish) book club that will allow you to practice reading aloud and improve your reading comprehension skills. For ages 5 - 12.
Peru: Nazca Lines - In-Person
Fri, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norwalk Library - Meeting Room
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we will learn about Peru's mysterious Nazca Lines, exploring their history, purpose, and cultural significance. For children ages 5 - 12.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Fri, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bell Express Library
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Learn and Make: Maracas - In-Person Program
Fri, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
La Mirada Library - Meeting Room
We are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with maracas! Learn about the rich history of the percussion instrument the maraca and learn a few different ways it is played. Decorate your own pair of maracas to take home. For ages 5-12 with caregiver.
Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style. Create a fuse bead design inspired by Kuromi™ and her friends, then turn it into a keychain, magnet, or a fun keepsake. For ages 6-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Cinnamoroll™’s  Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Walnut Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5-12 © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Wild Man Dan Show: Poisonous vs. Venomous - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sorensen Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a creepy-crawly, slithering animal adventure! Wild Man Dan will introduce you to the amazing world of snakes, spiders, and more. For ages 5 – 12 and their adult caregiver. 
Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lancaster Library
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Duarte Library - Meeting Room
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Keroppi™'s Donut Pond Paper Craft - In-Person Event
Sat, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
La Puente Library - Meeting Room
Keroppi™ lives at Donut Pond, where every day brings something new to explore. Use paper shapes and simple craft materials to build the pond with lily pads, flowers, and playful details. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Children's Theater
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 2 - 5. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Book Party: Rainbow Weaver - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the book "Rainbow Weaver" by Linda Marshall. Learn about the mountain village in Guatemala that became popular with tourists for its beautiful handmade items. Then make your own mini coil pots. For ages 5 - 12.
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Tue, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rosemead Library - Meeting Room
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Mola Folk Art - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Alondra Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making a Mola Folk Art Piece. The Mola is a hand-made textile that forms part of the traditional women's clothing of the indigenous Guna people from Panamá. For ages 5 - 12 with adult caregiver.
Movie Day: Toy Story 5 - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
Woody, Buzz, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs are challenged when they're introduced to electronics, a new threat to playtime. This movie is rated PG - Parental guidance suggested. For kids ages 5 and up with a caregiver.
Sugar Skulls - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 14, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about the traditions and history of Día de los Muertos or Day of the Dead while decorating sugar skulls! Sponsored by the Friends of Quartz Hill Library. For ages 4 – 17 with a parent or caregiver.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Woodcrest Library
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Fire and Ice with Mad Science - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a highly interactive show that features fascinating science demonstrations with air pressure, fire, and bubbling potions. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
The Domestic Pumpkin: History, Science and Cupcake Decoration - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lawndale Library
Join us to learn about the history of the pumpkin plant as we know it today, it's growth in the Americas and then decorate a cupcake like your favorite type of pumpkin. For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
DIY Papermaking Workshop - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room
Learn basic papermaking techniques utilizing recycled paper materials. Children will make small sheets of unique handmade paper and use the paper pulp created to make "seed bombs," adding seeds of local native plants to their pulp. For ages 5–12.
Family Game Afternoon - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Are you game? Families are invited for an afternoon of board game fun! We'll have a variety of board games to play. For ages 5 - 17 with caregiver. 
Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carson Library
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Compton Library
Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Toy Car Racers - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cudahy Library
Become a track engineer and explore the physics of speed. Discover how gravity transforms into kinetic energy on a ramp, and use centripetal force to conquer the loop-the-loop! For ages 7 - 12.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maywood Library
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 30 2026 at 9:00am
Kuromi™'s Charm Studio - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Florence Library
Kuromi™ loves adding her unique style to everything she does. Design a keychain using beads, shrink plastic, or charms inspired by friendship and your own style. For ages 5 - 12 with parent/caregiver. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Los Angeles Library
Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original art inspired by friendship and imagination. For ages 5 - 12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Build & Explore - In-Person Program
Fri, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room
Children will move through different stations with different building materials for an hour of building exploration. We provide the materials you just bring the imagination! For ages 5 - 12 with an adult.
Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio - In-Person Program
Fri, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
La Puente Library - Meeting Room
Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style. Create a fuse bead design inspired by Kuromi™ and her friends, then turn it into a keychain, magnet, or a fun keepsake. For ages 12-18. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
Getty Podcasts and the Microscopic World - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Let's discover hidden details that can only be seen through close observation. We'll listen and discuss podcast episode, The Magnificent Microscope and the Flea. After, participants will use microscopes to observe specimen slides. For ages 6 – 12.
Cinnamoroll™'s Charm Cafe - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room
Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon. Design a keychain or charm using beads, felt, shrink plastic, or charms inspired by sweet treats, friendship, and your own style. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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STEM: Light-Up Wand - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
Learn about electricity and make your own light-up LED wand!  For kids ages 8 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Cinnamoroll™'s Charm Cafe - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room
Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon. Design a keychain or charm using beads, felt, shrink plastic, or charms inspired by sweet treats, friendship, and your own style. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Cinnamoroll™'s Charm Cafe - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Artesia Library - Meeting Room
Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon. Design a keychain or charm using beads, felt, shrink plastic, or charms inspired by sweet treats, friendship, and your own style. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.
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Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
Book Adventures: Little Ghost Makes a Friend
Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room
Join us to read-aloud "Little Ghost Makes a Friend" by Maggie Edkins Willis to find out how a ghost finally makes a friend! Then we'll create our own little ghosts for fun!  For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
LACMA: Magical Mini-Treasure Chest - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room
Join us as we explore Spanish Colonial baulitos, (chests) (late 17th century), and unlock the treasure trove of cultural significance. For ages 6+
DIY Stickers - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
How can something as simple as a sticker become a tool for learning? Children will explore stickers through fun, hands-on activities that encourage creativity, literacy, and fine-motor skills. For ages 6 - 12 with a parent or caregiver. 
Bug-a-BOO! Boxes - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room
Learn about the creepiest of crawlers while making your own spring loaded, bug-filled, box. Don't worry, these bugs can't get you! For children ages 6 - 12, with a parent or caregiver.
MākMō Pumpkin Catapult Challenge - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Mirada Library - Meeting Room
Compete to see who can build the best catapult while learning about engineering and physics and launching pumpkins. For ages 5 - 12 with caregiver.
Family Storytime -  Not-So-Scary Spooky Stories - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a fun family storytime that is just a tad bit spooky! After storytime, we will create fun spooky arts and crafts for the whole family to take home. For ages 5 - 12 with caregiver. 
Explore the Strength of Spider Webs - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carson Library
Learn about the biology and engineering behind spider silk, the way spiders use their webs to catch prey, and the different types of webs that exist in nature. For ages 5 – 11 with a parent or caregiver.
Make Your Own Mask - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Masao W. Satow Library
Join us to learn about autumn traditions and the story behind wearing costumes and masks. Then decorate your own fun mask to take home! For children ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.
STEAM Thursday: Explore the Strength of Spider Webs - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
Join us as we get into the spooky spirit and uncover the biology and engineering behind spider silk! For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Read to a Dog - In-Person Program
Fri, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
La Mirada Library - Meeting Room
Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog and volunteer handler from the Pet Prescription Team! For ages 7-12 with a parent or caregiver. Attendance is limited. No registration required. Parent permission is required.
Saturday Morning Cartoons - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lawndale Library
Saturday mornings are for fun and educational cartoons at the library! Join us to revisit some classic favorites and experience read-along stories using Kanopy, the Library's free TV and movie streaming service. For ages 5 - 12.
Rock, Roll, and Shine! - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Get ready to roll some rocks! Get hands-on with the rock tumbling process, learn how rocks change over time, and create your very own gemstone necklace to take home. Join us for this gem of a program! For ages 6 – 12.
Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
MākMō: Pumpkin Catapults - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Norwalk Library - Meeting Room
Compete to see who can build the best catapult while learning about engineering and physics and launching pumpkins!  For children ages 5 - 12.
Comedy Juggling with David Cousin - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carson Library
The amazing David Cousin is a holder of 5 world records in juggling. His high-energy comedy juggling show is perfectly suited to delight all ages. This is a show you won't want to miss! For ages 5 - 11 with their parent or caregiver.
Spooky Scary Haunted Houses - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maywood Library
Join us at the library for a themed read-a-long of Alvin Schwartz's popular spooky folktales, followed by designing and decorating your own haunted house, inspired by your favorite spooky tale!  For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Power of Positive Parenting - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room
Join us to learn about the power of positive parenting and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12.
Pumpkin Catapult Challenge
Thu, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
Compete to see who can build the best catapult while learning about engineering and physics and launching pumpkins! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.
Creation Station - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 31, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Lawndale Library
Drop in any time and join us for an afternoon of open-ended crafting. We will provide crafting materials, just bring your imagination. For ages 5 - 12.
Build a Beast - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Calling all monster makers, it's time to meet your mini monster friend! As you create, we'll learn about the science behind why some of our favorite animals have glowing eyes. It'll be a monstrously good time! For ages 6 – 12.
STEM Saturday - Volcanos! - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Join us and learn about volcanos and then use your creativity to create your own volcano out of air-dry clay. We'll use science to cause a volcanic eruption! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.
Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!
Story Suncatcher Mobile - In-Person Program
Fri, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norwalk Library
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by reading How Chipmunk Got His Stripes by Joseph Bruchac and learning about a traditional Native American folktale. For children ages 5 - 12.
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