Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for babies, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Baby playdate at the library is the perfect spot for your little ones to have a blast with the family while exploring activities that spark their growing minds. Come and enjoy a morning filled with fun, laughter togetherness at the library!

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: 🟡 Playtime

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 0-18 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: At the Park

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

📚 Stories aren’t just read, they’re built! Visit the Library for the 🧱 LEGO Builders Club 🧱

💡 Build STEM and problem-solving skills

⚙️ Explore engineering through hands-on LEGO play

🎯 Tackle fun creative building challenges

🤝🏼 Practice teamwork and collaboration

🗓️ Program Schedule: Once a month on Monday

⭐ Intended for ages 7-12

📋 No registration required

📗 Cormack Room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week‍ ‍

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years‍ ‍

📋 No registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Visit the Workshop after school on Tuesday for a special 🧲 STEM workshop

🚀 Hosted by the Columbia Memorial Space Center!

⚙️ Explore Science & Engineering

🔧 Build STEM Projects

📝 Parent/Guardian supervison required

🎒 This session is for ages 8+

🔴 No Registration Required

🤖 Located in the Workshop

🪄Ms. Claudia’s Story Hour 📖

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for children of all ages, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

⭐ Intended for children of all ages

📋 No registration required

📗 Cormack Room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years

📋 No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

💡 Drop in Lounge

⭐ Intended for ages 13-18 only

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for toddlers, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 18-36 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

The Library will be screening exciting family-friendly movies that are sure to delight audiences of all ages. From animated classics to heartwarming comedies, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

⭐ Intended for all ages

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

🗓️ Friday, May 8th
📸 Visit the studio ⏰ 10:30am - 4:30pm 
🎟️ Free 📋No registration required 
✅ Walk-in friendly
⭐ All ages welcome
🔍 Caregiver supervision required

💡 Drop in Lounge

⭐ Intended for ages 13-18 only

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

Come create a memorable finger painting bouquet with your little one for Mother's Day. While supplies last!

More information coming soon.

Visit the Workshop Saturday mornings this Spring for new sessions of the CSULB STEM Tinkering Club!

This club is supported by the CSULB STEM Mobile Making Program and the National Science Foundation.

🏫 Hosted by educators from California State University Long Beach

🎒 This session is for students who will be in grades 3rd-5th

🔧 Build STEM Projects

💡 Solve Problems

⚙️ Explore Science & Engineering

💭 Be Creative 🤝🏼 Meet New Friends

📝 Parent/Guardian required to sign in student

🤖 Located in the Workshop

🟢 Registration required:

🖇️ Stay tuned for registration

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for babies, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Baby playdate at the library is the perfect spot for your little ones to have a blast with the family while exploring activities that spark their growing minds. Come and enjoy a morning filled with fun, laughter togetherness at the library!

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: 🟡 Playtime

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 0-18 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Calling all chess enthusiasts! Every other Saturday, the Downey City Library will host the Adult Chess Club, led by local chess enthusiast Salman Mogaddedi! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, come sharpen your skills, learn new strategies, and enjoy friendly competition. This is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, meet fellow chess lovers, and have fun! Check out the Adult Chess Club website for the latest news and info

When: Every other Saturday, 11am - 1pm

Where: Cormack Room

For ages 18+

Registration is required in-person or by phone (562) 904-7360.

Registration will open 2 weeks prior to the program

Join fellow board game enthusiasts Gregory and Kristina Paul for an afternoon of fun and strategy at our Board Game Club! A wide variety of games will be available, including favorites like Codenames, Catan, Cascadia, King of Tokyo, and more! Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to board gaming, you’ll find something to enjoy.

Where: Cormack Room

Meets: 2nd Saturday of the month at 2pm

For Ages 16+

Registration is required. Registration will open 2 weeks prior to the date

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Feelings

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

🪇 ¡Rimas y Ritmos! 🪇 A hands-on music and movement experience in Spanish for little ones & caregivers

🥁 Develop Early Music Skills 📚 Support Early Literacy 🎵 Foster Creativity & Expression

Program Schedule: 12 week series

⭐ Intended for ages 0-5

📋 FREE-Registration required in-person (visit the Info Desk)

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Robotics club for kids at the Library

This month’s theme: Robotics

♟️ Hosted by the Downey Chess Club Team

💡 Boost critical thinking & strategy

⭐ Intended for grade k-6th‍ ‍

📋 DROP IN-No registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week‍ ‍

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years‍ ‍

📋 No registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Family Math Night 🧮✨

Discover the joy of numbers with the whole family through hands-on activities 🧩, interactive games 🎲, and playful learning 🎉. A fun-filled session designed to help parents and children explore math together in everyday life!

Dates & Topics:

• April 14 – Shapes Storytime

• April 28 – Patterns

• May 12 – Patterns Storytime

• May 26 – Measurement

⭐ Intended for children ages 2-5

📋 FREE-No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🧮 Bilingual English/Spanish resources available

🎨 Take-home math activities

For more fun, visit the 🌈PBS SocalFamily Math Youtube Channel🧸

⚡️ Pokémon Club at Downey City Library ⚡️

📣Calling all young Trainers! Can’t get enough Pokémon? Find it at the library! Pokémon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.✨

⏰ 4:30 – 6:30 PM

🗓️ 2nd Tuesday of the month                  

⭐ Intended for ages 7–12 years             

📋 No registration required

🎟️ Space is limited 

📘 In the Cormack room  

🔍 Caregiver supervision required 

📱 For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

📖This library program is made possible by the following partnerships🤩 The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokémon Company International. 

📕@americanlibraryassociation

📗@ala_aasl

📣@Pokémon

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years

📋 No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Feelings

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

💡 Drop in Lounge

⭐ Intended for ages 13-18 only

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

Step into a world of storytelling, strategy, and shared adventure at the Downey City Library’s Tabletop RPG Club. Led by veteran Game Master Mark Shocklee, this ongoing program is designed for all experience levels, whether you're creating your first character or continuing a seasoned campaign.

Collaborate with fellow players, explore imaginative settings, and shape unforgettable stories together.

📅 Every other Wednesday

⏰ 5:00 – 7:30 PM

🔞 Ages 18+

Registration is required.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for toddlers, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 18-36 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

The Baby Signs® Potty Training Program makes it possible—and easy—for parents to avoid the problems with late training. Join Ms. Coco to learn simple potty-time signs that will help your little one complete potty training before age 2!

Parents and children are NOT required to attend a Sign, Say & Play Class before this workshop. Parents and children are NOT required to attend a Class before this workshop.

No Registration Required

Where: The Cormack Room

Join us at the library for an in-person adult book discussion on a new book every month. Bring your thoughts, questions, and favorite passages.

New members are always welcome!

📅 2nd Thursday of the month ⏰ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Labmeeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

🍪 Light refreshments will be served.

This month’s book: The Names by Florence Knapp

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Feelings

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

💡 Drop in Lounge

⭐ Intended for ages 13-18 only

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

As part of Theater Thursdays: International Cinémathèque, we continue our screenings with a film that explores chance, consequence, and the invisible threads that connect lives across a vast and unequal city. Set against the intensity of urban life, this story reflects on how love, loss, and survival intersect in moments that alter everything.

Amores Perros weaves together three narratives linked by a single car crash, tracing the emotional and moral fallout that follows. Through its raw and unflinching lens, the film examines loyalty, violence, and desire, revealing how human connection persists even in the midst of fracture and desperation.

Join us for a discussion following this powerful and uncompromising cinematic experience. Admission is free, and no sign ups are required.

Theater Thursdays: International Cinémathèque

Amores Perros [R]

Thursday, May 14th, 2026

5:00 PM – 7:30 PM

⚽✨ Get ready! The Downey City Library is bringing the excitement and spirit of the World Cup to life with a special after-hours celebration you won’t want to miss!

In partnership with Academia de Fútbol Juvenil Amatense (AFJA) and featuring the high-energy LA Galaxy Street Team, this one-night event blends soccer, culture, and community for an unforgettable experience.

Enjoy an exciting lineup of activities for all ages:

📖 A special live storytime and book reading for the community

🌟 An appearance by Cozmo, the LA Galaxy mascot

🌮 Fresh, hot pupusas made on-site in the outdoor patio

🎧 A live DJ experience with family-friendly music

⚽ Free STEM + Creative Activation Zones inside the library, where kids can explore, create, and connect through soccer-inspired activities

📸 Step into the game in the Library’s Cormack Room, transformed into an immersive soccer-themed experience! Enjoy a free photo opportunity! Perfect for capturing memories with family, friends, and the LA Galaxy mascot.
🎁 Don’t miss the special giveaways throughout the evening and exciting soccer-themed raffle prizes for attendees!

📅 Friday, May 15th 🕠 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

📋 FREE – No registration required

🔍 All fans welcome

Please note: the library will be closed for regular services at 5 pm. Entry for the event begins at 5:30 pm

LA Galaxy

As part of their ongoing commitment to youth engagement and community outreach, the LA Galaxy regularly hosts reading programs and literacy events across Los Angeles, often featuring players, staff, and their beloved mascot to inspire young readers and families.

Academia de Fútbol Juvenil Amatense (AFJA)

Founded on the belief that “the beautiful game” can create real social change, AFJA builds community through soccer by providing access, mentorship, and opportunity for young people in underserved communities, while inspiring leadership, teamwork, and academic growth. 

Visit the Workshop Saturday mornings this Spring for new sessions of the STEM Tinkering Club, hosted by educators from CSULB.

🎒 This session is for students who will be in grades 6th-8th

🔧 Build STEM Projects

💡 Solve Problems

⚙️ Explore Science & Engineering

💭 Be Creative 🤝🏼 Meet New Friends

📝 Parent/Guardian required to sign in student

🤖 Located in the Workshop

🟢 Registration required:

🖇️ Stay tuned for registration

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for babies, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Baby playdate at the library is the perfect spot for your little ones to have a blast with the family while exploring activities that spark their growing minds. Come and enjoy a morning filled with fun, laughter togetherness at the library!

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: 🟡 Playtime

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 0-18 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Outside

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

🪇 ¡Rimas y Ritmos! 🪇 A hands-on music and movement experience in Spanish for little ones & caregivers

🥁 Develop Early Music Skills 📚 Support Early Literacy 🎵 Foster Creativity & Expression

Program Schedule: 12 week series

⭐ Intended for ages 0-5

📋 FREE-Registration required in-person (visit the Info Desk)

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

💡 Drop in Lounge

⭐ Intended for ages 13-18 only

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week‍ ‍

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years‍ ‍

📋 No registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Welcome to Creciendo Contigo, a warm, café-style gathering where caregivers can connect, share, and learn together! Each monthly session explores a specific stage of early childhood development, giving you practical insights and a supportive community of fellow parents and caregivers right here in Downey.

• Session 1: March 17 - Developmental ages 0–6 months

• Session 2: April 21 – Developmental Ages 6–12 months

• Session 3: May 19 – Developmental Ages 1–2 years

• Session 4: June 16 – Developmental Ages 2–3 years

• Session 5: July 21 – Developmental Age 3–5 years

Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Location: Cormack Room

This Program is intended for parents and caregivers of young children

Activities will be provided for library littles

RSVP Required. Click on the form below.

Visit the Workshop after school on Tuesday for a special 🧲 STEM workshop

🚀 Hosted by the Columbia Memorial Space Center!

⚙️ Explore Science & Engineering

🔧 Build STEM Projects

📝 Parent/Guardian supervison required

🎒 This session is for ages 8+

🔴 No Registration Required

🤖 Located in the Workshop

🪄Ms. Claudia’s Story Hour 📖

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for children of all ages, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

⭐ Intended for children of all ages

📋 No registration required

📗 Cormack Room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years

📋 No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Outside

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

💡 Drop in Lounge

⭐ Intended for ages 13-18 only

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for toddlers, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 18-36 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Join the fun with our children’s services team and On the Grow Educator, for this six-week series to provide a fun way to introduce the potty training concept. Families will learn potty time signs, sing songs, hear stories about using the potty, do yoga poses that help with digestion, and more.

No registration required.

For more information: email spacheco@downeyca.org

Ideal for children ages 1 - 4 years old

This is a six-week series: Every Thursday, May 21st - June 25th

Where: Cormack Room

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through 🫶🏼 sign language. Together, learn signs & songs 🎶 through activities & play.

📝 Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

🖍️ Theme: Outside

⭐ Intended for ages 0-3 years‍ ‍

📋 Registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

  🌟✨Reset & Recharge: Nervous System Reset Workshop✨🌟Discover how your nervous system responds to stress and learn simple, practical techniques to reset and restore balance. This session combines gentle breathwork with a calming sound bath, helping you release tension, reduce anxiety, and feel grounded in your body.

✨🌿Find your calm & reconnect at the Downey City Library 🦋A special four part wellness workshop series designed to help you slow down, reflect & recharge. Each session offers a unique experience from journaling & mindfulness to breathwork & sound healing. No experience needed, come as you are.

💚 In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, this series centers on the theme “You Matter,” creating space to support and prioritize your well-being.

🗓 Friday, May 22

🎟 FREE
📍 Downey City Library-Cormack Room
⭐ Adults (18+)

🟢 Registration required-Limited spots available
📱 For more information contact (562) 904-7360

⏰ Check-in begins at 8:30 AM
⏰ Workshop 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
🧿 Please arrive on time to help maintain a peaceful experience for all participants

☮️ What to bring 🪬Yoga mat, comfortable clothing & water

 🪷Meet the Facilitator🪷Renee Morales is a Downey-raised holistic wellness practitioner & founder of Del Cora, specializing in sound healing &  breathwork. Through science-informed and heart-centered practices, she creates restorative experiences that support relaxation, reduce stress & strengthen resilience. Inspired by her own journey, Renee is passionate about helping others reconnect, reset & care for their well-being.

🌐 del-cora.com
📲 Instagram: @renee_morales

Clap, sing, and dance together as you explore rhythms, instruments, and songs in a lively, hands-on program for all ages.

🥁 Develop Early Music Skills 📚 Support Early Literacy 🎵 Foster Creativity & Expression

⭐ Intended for children of all ages

📋 FREE-No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

It’s Game Day! Hosted by So Cal Game Connection representative Mark Shocklee, this monthly gathering welcomes players of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned gamers.

Participants are encouraged to bring a copy of a game they would like to play, though a variety of games will also be available to share. Popular board games include Ticket to Ride, Settlers of Catan, and Terraforming Mars. Card game favorites include Flip 7, Century: Spice Road, and Splendor.

Whether you're looking to learn a new game, teach one you love, or simply meet other local gamers, this is a great opportunity to connect with the gaming community. There is no fee to participate.

📅 When: Every 4th Saturday of the month, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

⭐ Ages: 18+

📍 Where: Downey City Library

📝 Registration: Sign up for the next date through Meetup by clicking the button below

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for babies, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Baby playdate at the library is the perfect spot for your little ones to have a blast with the family while exploring activities that spark their growing minds. Come and enjoy a morning filled with fun, laughter togetherness at the library!

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: 🟡 Playtime

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 0-18 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Calling all chess enthusiasts! Every other Saturday, the Downey City Library will host the Adult Chess Club, led by local chess enthusiast Salman Mogaddedi! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, come sharpen your skills, learn new strategies, and enjoy friendly competition. This is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, meet fellow chess lovers, and have fun! Check out the Adult Chess Club website for the latest news and info

When: Every other Saturday, 11am - 1pm

Where: Cormack Room

For ages 18+

Registration is required in-person or by phone (562) 904-7360.

Registration will open 2 weeks prior to the program

The Library will be closed in honor of Memorial Day. We will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26th.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week‍ ‍

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years‍ ‍

📋 No registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Family Math Night 🧮✨

Discover the joy of numbers with the whole family through hands-on activities 🧩, interactive games 🎲, and playful learning 🎉. A fun-filled session designed to help parents and children explore math together in everyday life!

Dates & Topics:

• April 14 – Shapes Storytime

• April 28 – Patterns

• May 19 – Patterns Storytime

• May 26 – Measurement

⭐ Intended for children ages 2-5

📋 FREE-No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🧮 Bilingual English/Spanish resources available

🎨 Take-home math activities

For more fun, visit the 🌈PBS SocalFamily Math Youtube Channel🧸

💡 Drop in Lounge

⭐ Intended for ages 13-18 only

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🎲✨ Once the games come out, anything can happen! Strategy, luck, teamwork, and plenty of laughs come together in a night full of modern favorites and classic games.

⭐ Intended for all ages

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Childrens Area

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

¡Acompáñanos al Club de Lectura en Español! ¿Te gusta leer y compartir tus ideas? La Biblioteca de la Ciudad de Downey te invita cordialmente a participar en nuestro próximo encuentro del Club de Lectura en Español. Este programa está dirigido a personas adultas (18+) que hablen y lean en español, y quieran compartir un momento agradable entre lectores. Disfrutaremos de aperitivos y crearemos un ambiente acogedor para intercambiar opiniones, ideas y reflexiones sobre los temas que aborda la novela. Invita a un amigo, familiar, vecino o compañero — ¡todos son bienvenidos a esta conversación llena de cultura y comunidad!

En esta sesión estaremos conversando sobre el libro: Doce cuentos peregrinos de Gabriel Garcia Marquez

Fecha: Martes, 26 de mayo

Hora: 6:00 p.m.

Lugar: Biblioteca de la Ciudad de Downey Cormack Room

¡No faltes! ¡Será una charla enriquecedora y divertida

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for ages 3-5, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading.

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Preschool time brings a new theme to life with fun activities, playtime, or craft sessions that spark creativity, inspire learning, and make reading extra enjoyable for little ones.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 3-5 years

📋 No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

🧘 Yogapalooza! 🧘 A fun and engaging yoga experience for children & caregivers featuring movement, mindfulness, music, and storytelling

⚖️ Build Balance & Focus 🌟 Boost Confidence 🎵 Foster Mindfulness & Expression

Program Schedule: Last Wednesday of each month

⭐ Intended for ages 4–12

📋 FREE – No registration required

📘 In the Cormack Room

💡 Drop in Lounge

⭐ Intended for ages 13-18 only

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

Step into a world of storytelling, strategy, and shared adventure at the Downey City Library’s Tabletop RPG Club. Led by veteran Game Master Mark Shocklee, this ongoing program is designed for all experience levels, whether you're creating your first character or continuing a seasoned campaign.

Collaborate with fellow players, explore imaginative settings, and shape unforgettable stories together.

📅 Every other Wednesday

⏰ 5:00 – 7:30 PM

🔞 Ages 18+

Registration is required. Registration will open 2 weeks prior to the date

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for toddlers, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 18-36 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

Join the fun with our children’s services team and On the Grow Educator, for this six-week series to provide a fun way to introduce the potty training concept. Families will learn potty time signs, sing songs, hear stories about using the potty, do yoga poses that help with digestion, and more.

No registration required.

For more information: email spacheco@downeyca.org

Ideal for children ages 1 - 4 years old

This is a six-week series: Every Thursday, May 21st - June 25th

Where: Cormack Room

As part of Theater Thursdays: Double Feature, we continue our May screenings with a film that uses satire to confront power, paranoia, and the absurd logic of war. Rather than offering straightforward drama, this story exposes the fragility of political systems through humor that is as unsettling as it is incisive.

Dr. Strangelove follows a chain reaction of decisions that escalate toward nuclear disaster, revealing how ideology, ego, and miscommunication can override reason. With sharp wit and unsettling humor, the film dissects the machinery of war, asking how rational systems can produce irrational outcomes.

Join us for a discussion following this darkly comedic and enduringly relevant cinematic experience. Admission is free, and no sign ups are required.

Theater Thursdays: Double Feature

Dr. Strangelove [PG]

As part of Theater Thursdays: Double Feature, we continue our May screenings with a film that turns to satire to examine cycles of conflict, ideology, and human contradiction. Mixing political satire, family drama, and propulsive action, it follows a former radical pulled back into conflict when his past resurfaces.

One Battle After Another follows a former radical pulled back into conflict when his past resurfaces. When Pat’s hidden past is exposed, he and his daughter are forced into a desperate flight across California, with set-pieces that blend absurd humor and paranoid political intrigue.

Join us for a discussion following this sharp and thought provoking cinematic experience. Admission is free, and no sign ups are required.

Theater Thursdays: Double Feature

One Battle After Another [R]

 🌟✨Slow Down & Reconnect: Intro to Mindfulness & Meditation✨🌟
Learn approachable mindfulness and meditation practices to help slow down, focus your attention, and cultivate presence. Through guided exercises, you’ll develop tools to manage stress, ease mental chatter, and nurture calm in your daily life.

✨🌿Find your calm & reconnect at the Downey City Library 🦋A special four part wellness workshop series designed to help you slow down, reflect & recharge. Each session offers a unique experience from journaling & mindfulness to breathwork & sound healing. No experience needed, come as you are.

💚 In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, this series centers on the theme “You Matter,” creating space to support and prioritize your well-being.

🗓 Friday, May 29

🎟 FREE
📍 Downey City Library-Cormack Room
⭐ Adults (18+)

🟢 Registration required-Limited spots available
🔎 Stay tuned for registration link
📱 For more information contact (562) 904-7360

⏰ Check-in begins at 8:30 AM
⏰ Workshop 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
🧿 Please arrive on time to help maintain a peaceful experience for all participants

☮️ What to bring 🪬Yoga mat, comfortable clothing & water

 🪷Meet the Facilitator🪷Renee Morales is a Downey-raised holistic wellness practitioner & founder of Del Cora, specializing in sound healing &  breathwork. Through science-informed and heart-centered practices, she creates restorative experiences that support relaxation, reduce stress & strengthen resilience. Inspired by her own journey, Renee is passionate about helping others reconnect, reset & care for their well-being.

🌐 del-cora.com
📲 Instagram: @renee_morales

💡 Drop in Lounge

⭐ Intended for ages 13-18 only

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔭 Astronomers in the Community! 🌌 Cosmo and Coffee brings Southern Californian astronomers into neighborhoods across greater Los Angeles to share their work, journeys, and love for the cosmos.

🪐 Explore the Universe 🌟 Hear Real Scientists' Stories 🏘️ Science in Your Community

🎤 Featuring a guest speaker (stay tuned for more information)

☕ Enjoy coffee & refreshments from local small business owners & entrepreneurs

📋 FREE – No registration required

📍 in the Cormack Room

🔍 Intended for Adults ages 18+

🌟✨Vibrations for Calm: Introduction to Sound Healing + Sound Bath✨🌟
Experience the power of sound as a tool for relaxation and renewal. Begin with a brief introduction to sound healing, then journey through a guided meditation and immersive sound bath designed to harmonize your mind, body, and soul. Ideal for anyone curious about the benefits of sound for well-being.

✨🌿Find your calm & reconnect at the Downey City Library 🦋A special four part wellness workshop series designed to help you slow down, reflect & recharge. Each session offers a unique experience from journaling & mindfulness to breathwork & sound healing. No experience needed, come as you are.

💚 In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, this series centers on the theme “You Matter,” creating space to support and prioritize your well-being.

🗓 Saturday, May 30

🎟 FREE
📍 Downey City Library-Cormack Room
⭐ Adults (18+)

🟢 Registration required-Limited spots available
🔎 Stay tuned for registration link
📱 For more information contact (562) 904-7360

⏰ Check-in begins at 8:30 AM
⏰ Workshop 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
🧿 Please arrive on time to help maintain a peaceful experience for all participants

☮️ What to bring 🪬Yoga mat, comfortable clothing & water

 🪷Meet the Facilitator🪷Renee Morales is a Downey-raised holistic wellness practitioner & founder of Del Cora, specializing in sound healing &  breathwork. Through science-informed and heart-centered practices, she creates restorative experiences that support relaxation, reduce stress & strengthen resilience. Inspired by her own journey, Renee is passionate about helping others reconnect, reset & care for their well-being.

🌐 del-cora.com
📲 Instagram: @renee_morales

Get ready for a thrilling adventure where young minds are introduced to a vibrant world of new words, exciting concepts, and fascinating ideas! Designed for babies, our captivating read-alouds will explore colorful picture books, introduce charming characters, and feature rhythms and grooves, while also nurturing your child's love for reading

Each week, storytime will focus on a unique theme, featuring books that educate, inspire, and foster a deep connection between children and the joy of reading.

Baby playdate at the library is the perfect spot for your little ones to have a blast with the family while exploring activities that spark their growing minds. Come and enjoy a morning filled with fun, laughter togetherness at the library!

This children’s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: 🟡 Playtime

🗓️ Once a week

⭐ Intended for ages 0-18 months

📋 No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

📚 Stories aren’t just read, they’re built! Visit the Library for the 🧱 LEGO Builders Club 🧱

💡 Build STEM and problem-solving skills

⚙️ Explore engineering through hands-on LEGO play

🎯 Tackle fun creative building challenges

🤝🏼 Practice teamwork and collaboration

🗓️ Program Schedule: Once a month on Monday

⭐ Intended for ages 7-12

📋 No registration required

📗 Cormack Room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

💡 Drop in Lounge

⭐ Intended for ages 13-18 only

📋 FREE - No registration required

📗 In the Cormack room

Visit the Workshop after school on Tuesday for a special 🧲 STEM workshop

🚀 Hosted by the Columbia Memorial Space Center!

⚙️ Explore Science & Engineering

🔧 Build STEM Projects

📝 Parent/Guardian supervison required

🎒 This session is for ages 8+

🔴 No Registration Required

🤖 Located in the Workshop

Discover & Play Day at the library is the perfect spot for kids to have a blast with their families while boosting their brainpower! Discover fun educational toys and games that everyone can enjoy together, and make new library pals along the way.

This month, we’re excited to welcome a ☄️ space discovery specialist from the 🚀 Columbia Memorial Space Center 🛰️ who will guide a hands-on 🧲 STEM activity full of science, exploration, and play, perfect for curious kids ready to discover the wonders of space and technology.

⭐ Intended for all ages

📋 No registration required

📗 Children’s area

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

♞ Chess club for kids at the Library ♖

This month’s theme: Drones

♟️ Hosted by the Downey Chess Club Team

💡 Boost critical thinking & strategy

⭐ Intended for grade k-6th‍ ‍

📋 DROP IN-No registration required‍ ‍

📘 In the Cormack room‍ ‍

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

⚡️ Pokémon Club at Downey City Library ⚡️

📣Calling all young Trainers! Can’t get enough Pokémon? Find it at the library! Pokémon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.✨

⏰ 4:30 – 6:30 PM

🗓️ 2nd Tuesday of the month                  

⭐ Intended for ages 7–12 years             

📋 No registration required

🎟️ Space is limited 

📘 In the Cormack room  

🔍 Caregiver supervision required 

📱 For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

📖This library program is made possible by the following partnerships🤩 The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokémon Company International. 

📕@americanlibraryassociation

📗@ala_aasl

📣@Pokémon

For Our next Korean culture-related book club 틈(Teum) in April, we are going to read <The Forest of Stolen Girls> by June Hur.

The Korean word "틈" can mean a "brief period" or "moment". "틈" can also refer to an "opportunity" or "chance," suggesting a window or opening in circumstances that allows for action or change.

Space is limited - Sign up today! you’ll be contacted once a copy is available.

Simple craft and refreshments will be provided.

Turn the page, savor the moment

🌲Date : Saturday, June 13 2026

🏝️Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

🌎 Location : The Lab

📚Age : 18 and up

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

Visit the Workshop after school on Tuesday for a special 🧲 STEM workshop

🚀 Hosted by the Columbia Memorial Space Center!

⚙️ Explore Science & Engineering

🔧 Build STEM Projects

📝 Parent/Guardian supervison required

🎒 This session is for ages 8+

🔴 No Registration Required

🤖 Located in the Workshop

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

⚡️ Pokémon Club at Downey City Library ⚡️

📣Calling all young Trainers! Can’t get enough Pokémon? Find it at the library! Pokémon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.✨

⏰ 4:30 – 6:30 PM

🗓️ 2nd Tuesday of the month                  

⭐ Intended for ages 7–12 years             

📋 No registration required

🎟️ Space is limited 

📘 In the Cormack room  

🔍 Caregiver supervision required 

📱 For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

📖This library program is made possible by the following partnerships🤩 The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokémon Company International. 

📕@americanlibraryassociation

📗@ala_aasl

📣@Pokémon

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

Visit the Workshop after school on Tuesday for a special 🧲 STEM workshop

🚀 Hosted by the Columbia Memorial Space Center!

⚙️ Explore Science & Engineering

🔧 Build STEM Projects

📝 Parent/Guardian supervison required

🎒 This session is for ages 8+

🔴 No Registration Required

🤖 Located in the Workshop

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

⚡️ Pokémon Club at Downey City Library ⚡️

📣Calling all young Trainers! Can’t get enough Pokémon? Find it at the library! Pokémon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.✨

⏰ 4:30 – 6:30 PM

🗓️ 2nd Tuesday of the month                  

⭐ Intended for ages 7–12 years             

📋 No registration required

🎟️ Space is limited 

📘 In the Cormack room  

🔍 Caregiver supervision required 

📱 For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

📖This library program is made possible by the following partnerships🤩 The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokémon Company International. 

📕@americanlibraryassociation

📗@ala_aasl

📣@Pokémon

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

The Downey City Library adult literacy program offers a communication class on Mondays that provides a supportive environment for adults to practice speaking and improve their communication skills in English.

Benefits of joining the class:

Improved communication skills 

Strong communication skills are valuable in most workplaces, and communication classes can help individuals express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Building confidence

Regular speaking practice boosts confidence in using the language, making it easier to navigate everyday conversations and interactions.

Better job opportunities

Proficiency in English can open doors to better job opportunities and career advancement, especially in fields that require strong communication skills.

📅 Mondays ⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📓 Intended for adults 18 & over
📍 The Lab meeting space - Downey City Library

📋 FREE - No registration required

⚡️ Pokémon Club at Downey City Library ⚡️

📣Calling all young Trainers! Can’t get enough Pokémon? Find it at the library! Pokémon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.✨

⏰ 4:30 – 6:30 PM

🗓️ 2nd Tuesday of the month                  

⭐ Intended for ages 7–12 years             

📋 No registration required

🎟️ Space is limited 

📘 In the Cormack room  

🔍 Caregiver supervision required 

📱 For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

📖This library program is made possible by the following partnerships🤩 The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokémon Company International. 

📕@americanlibraryassociation

📗@ala_aasl

📣@Pokémon

⚡️ Pokémon Club at Downey City Library ⚡️

📣Calling all young Trainers! Can’t get enough Pokémon? Find it at the library! Pokémon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.✨

⏰ 4:30 – 6:30 PM

🗓️ 2nd Tuesday of the month                  

⭐ Intended for ages 7–12 years             

📋 No registration required

🎟️ Space is limited 

📘 In the Cormack room  

🔍 Caregiver supervision required 

📱 For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

📖This library program is made possible by the following partnerships🤩 The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokémon Company International. 

📕@americanlibraryassociation

📗@ala_aasl

📣@Pokémon

⚡️ Pokémon Club at Downey City Library ⚡️

📣Calling all young Trainers! Can’t get enough Pokémon? Find it at the library! Pokémon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.✨

⏰ 4:30 – 6:30 PM

🗓️ 2nd Tuesday of the month                  

⭐ Intended for ages 7–12 years             

📋 No registration required

🎟️ Space is limited 

📘 In the Cormack room  

🔍 Caregiver supervision required 

📱 For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

📖This library program is made possible by the following partnerships🤩 The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokémon Company International. 

📕@americanlibraryassociation

📗@ala_aasl

📣@Pokémon

⚡️ Pokémon Club at Downey City Library ⚡️

📣Calling all young Trainers! Can’t get enough Pokémon? Find it at the library! Pokémon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.✨

⏰ 4:30 – 6:30 PM

🗓️ 2nd Tuesday of the month                  

⭐ Intended for ages 7–12 years             

📋 No registration required

🎟️ Space is limited 

📘 In the Cormack room  

🔍 Caregiver supervision required 

📱 For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

📖This library program is made possible by the following partnerships🤩 The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokémon Company International. 

📕@americanlibraryassociation

📗@ala_aasl

📣@Pokémon