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CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)
Mar
14

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)

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

🖇️Register Here: www.downeylibrary.org/workshop ⬅️ CLICK

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Rimas y Ritmos
Mar
16

Rimas y Ritmos

🪇 ¡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

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CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)
Mar
21

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)

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:

🖇️Register Here: www.downeylibrary.org/workshop ⬅️ CLICK

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Rimas y Ritmos
Mar
23

Rimas y Ritmos

🪇 ¡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

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Family Rhythms
Mar
27

Family Rhythms

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

🪩 Friday March 27th at 10:30 AM

⭐ Intended for children of all ages

📋 FREE-No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

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Rimas y Ritmos
Mar
30

Rimas y Ritmos

🪇 ¡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

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Reel Family Fun! Featured Film: The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
Apr
2

Reel Family Fun! Featured Film: The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants

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

🍿 Featured Film: The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants

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Rimas y Ritmos
Apr
6

Rimas y Ritmos

🪇 ¡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

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CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)
Apr
11

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)

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

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Rimas y Ritmos
Apr
13

Rimas y Ritmos

🪇 ¡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

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CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)
Apr
18

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)

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

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Rimas y Ritmos
Apr
20

Rimas y Ritmos

🪇 ¡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

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Rimas y Ritmos
Apr
27

Rimas y Ritmos

🪇 ¡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

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CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)
May
9

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)

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

View Event →
CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)
May
16

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)

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

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Canceled-Rimas y Ritmos
Mar
9

Canceled-Rimas y Ritmos

CANCELED

🪇 ¡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

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Reel Family Fun! Featured Film: Zootopia 2
Mar
5

Reel Family Fun! Featured Film: Zootopia 2

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

🍿 Featured Film: Zootopia 2 (2025)

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Rimas y Ritmos
Feb
23

Rimas y Ritmos

Canceled

🪇 ¡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

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CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)
Feb
21

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)

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 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

🖇️ Register Here ⬅️ CLICK

View Event →
CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)
Feb
14

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)

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

🖇️Register Here ⬅️ CLICK

View Event →
Rimas y Ritmos
Feb
9

Rimas y Ritmos

🪇 ¡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

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Reel Family Fun! Featured Film: Paddington in Peru
Feb
5

Reel Family Fun! Featured Film: Paddington in Peru

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

🍿 Featured Film: Paddington in Peru (2024)

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Rimas y Ritmos
Feb
2

Rimas y Ritmos

🪇 ¡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

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Family Rhythms
Jan
30

Family Rhythms

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

🪩 Friday January 30th at 10:30 AM

⭐ Intended for children of all ages

📋 FREE-No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

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Reel Family Fun! Featured Film: Lilo & Stitch
Jan
22

Reel Family Fun! Featured Film: Lilo & Stitch

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

🍿 Featured Film: Lilo & Stitch (2025)

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CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)
Dec
20

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)

Join us Saturday mornings this Fall for new sessions of the STEM Tinkering Club, hosted by educators from CSULB. Each session, we’ll explore science and engineering ideas through making: a fun hands-on process of designing, building, testing, rebuilding, and re-testing to create something new!

Students in grades 3rd-5th meet on the second Saturday each month, while students in 6th-8th meet on the third Saturday each month.

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

Click here to register online on our Workshop’s page!

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CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)
Dec
13

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)

Join us Saturday mornings this Fall for new sessions of the STEM Tinkering Club, hosted by educators from CSULB. Each session, we’ll explore science and engineering ideas through making: a fun hands-on process of designing, building, testing, rebuilding, and re-testing to create something new!

Students in grades 3rd-5th meet on the second Saturday each month, while students in 6th-8th meet on the third Saturday each month.

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

Click here to register online on our Workshop’s page!

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CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)
Nov
15

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)

Join us Saturday mornings this Fall for new sessions of the STEM Tinkering Club, hosted by educators from CSULB. Each session, we’ll explore science and engineering ideas through making: a fun hands-on process of designing, building, testing, rebuilding, and re-testing to create something new!

Students in grades 3rd-5th meet on the second Saturday each month, while students in 6th-8th meet on the third Saturday each month.

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

Click here to register online on our Workshop’s page!

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CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)
Nov
8

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)

Join us Saturday mornings this Fall for new sessions of the STEM Tinkering Club, hosted by educators from CSULB. Each session, we’ll explore science and engineering ideas through making: a fun hands-on process of designing, building, testing, rebuilding, and re-testing to create something new!

Students in grades 3rd-5th meet on the second Saturday each month, while students in 6th-8th meet on the third Saturday each month.

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

Click here to register online on our Workshop’s page!

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CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)
Oct
18

CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)

Join us Saturday mornings this Fall for new sessions of the STEM Tinkering Club, hosted by educators from CSULB. Each session, we’ll explore science and engineering ideas through making: a fun hands-on process of designing, building, testing, rebuilding, and re-testing to create something new!

Students in grades 3rd-5th meet on the second Saturday each month (except October), while students in 6th-8th meet on the third Saturday each month.

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

Click here to register online on our Workshop’s page!

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Family Rhythms
Aug
22

Family Rhythms

Join us for family rhythms and let the music move you! A dynamic program that offers a blend of music, dance and rhythm-based activities that the whole family can enjoy.

No Registration Required

Where: The Cormack Room

All Ages

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LEGO Stop Motion Animation 4-day Workshop
Aug
20
to Aug 23

LEGO Stop Motion Animation 4-day Workshop

Lights, Camera… LEGO! ✨

Build. Shoot. Animate. Create your very own stop motion movie in our 4-day LEGO Stop Motion Workshop!

From storyboarding to premiere day, this hands-on crash course will turn your brick creations into blockbuster animations.

Lego Stop Motion 4 day Workshop

  • Wednesday 8/20: 5:00pm – 7:00pm - Learn to Storyboard

  • Thursday 8/21: 5:00pm – 7:00pm - Learn to Shoot

  • Friday 8/22: 2:00pm – 4:00pm - Learn to Edit

  • Saturday 8/23: 2:00pm – 4:00pm - Learn to Export & Exhibit

Note: You must attend all four sessions to participate.

This program is intended for individuals ages 8-12.

Registration is required to attend this program.

The registration form will become available on Wednesday, August 6, at 10:00 AM.

Please email studio@downeyca.org with any questions!

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Bilingual Storytime
Aug
7

Bilingual Storytime

Join us for an exciting bilingual adventure into the world of storytelling, where captivating tales come to life through the magic of reading aloud.

No Registration Required

Where: Downey City Library

All Ages

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Family Game Day
Jul
31

Family Game Day

Family Game Day, where the fun knows no bounds! Join us for an action-packed event that brings the whole community together for a day of outdoor and indoor interactive fun at the Library.

No registration Required

Where: The Children’s Area

For All Ages & Families

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Bilingual Storytime
Jul
31

Bilingual Storytime

Join us for an exciting bilingual adventure into the world of storytelling, where captivating tales come to life through the magic of reading aloud.

No Registration Required

Where: Downey City Library

All Ages

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Family Rhythms Rave: Summer Celebration
Jul
30

Family Rhythms Rave: Summer Celebration

Get ready for Family Rhythms and let the beat take over! On this final day, we are turning up the energy with an unforgettable family rave dance party. Come dressed to express! Break out your brightest colors, fun accessories, and rave inspired dance attire. This party is for the whole family, and everyone's invited to shine on the dance floor!

🍨😍 Something sweet is coming your way!

🍔 Shake Shack is popping up at the Library during our Family Rhythms Rave with free frozen custard while supplies last!

🪩 Wednesday July 30th at 10:30 AM

⭐ Intended for children of all ages

📋 FREE-No registration required

📘 In the Cormack room

🔍 Caregiver supervision required

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Summer CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)
Jul
30

Summer CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)

Join us Wednesday mornings in the Workshop this July for Summer sessions of the STEM Tinkering Club, hosted by educators from CSULB. Each session, we’ll explore science and engineering ideas through making: a fun hands-on process of designing, building, testing, rebuilding, and re-testing to create something new!

Students in grades 3rd-5th meet on Wednesday mornings, while students in 6th-8th meet on Friday mornings.

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

Click here to register online on our Workshop’s page!

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Family Game Day
Jul
24

Family Game Day

Family Game Day, where the fun knows no bounds! Join us for an action-packed event that brings the whole community together for a day of outdoor and indoor interactive fun at the Library.

No registration Required

Where: The Children’s Area

For All Ages & Families

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Bilingual Storytime
Jul
24

Bilingual Storytime

Join us for an exciting bilingual adventure into the world of storytelling, where captivating tales come to life through the magic of reading aloud.

No Registration Required

Where: Downey City Library

All Ages

View Event →
Family Rhythms
Jul
23

Family Rhythms

Join us for family rhythms and let the music move you! A dynamic new program that offers a blend of music, dance and rhythm-based activities that the whole family can enjoy.

No Registration Required

Where: The Cormack Room

All Ages

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Summer CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)
Jul
23

Summer CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)

Join us Wednesday mornings in the Workshop this July for Summer sessions of the STEM Tinkering Club, hosted by educators from CSULB. Each session, we’ll explore science and engineering ideas through making: a fun hands-on process of designing, building, testing, rebuilding, and re-testing to create something new!

Students in grades 3rd-5th meet on Wednesday mornings, while students in 6th-8th meet on Friday mornings.

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

Click here to register online on our Workshop’s page!

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Family Film Friday
Jul
18

Family Film Friday

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.

No Registration Required

Where: The Cormack Room

All Ages

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Family Game Day (CANCELED)
Jul
17

Family Game Day (CANCELED)

(CANCELED)

Family Game Day, where the fun knows no bounds! Join us for an action-packed event that brings the whole community together for a day of outdoor and indoor interactive fun at the Library.

No registration Required

Where: The Children’s Area

For All Ages & Families

View Event →
Family Rhythms
Jul
16

Family Rhythms

Join us for family rhythms and let the music move you! A dynamic new program that offers a blend of music, dance and rhythm-based activities that the whole family can enjoy.

No Registration Required

Where: The Cormack Room

All Ages

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Summer CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)
Jul
16

Summer CSULB STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)

Join us Wednesday mornings in the Workshop this July for Summer sessions of the STEM Tinkering Club, hosted by educators from CSULB. Each session, we’ll explore science and engineering ideas through making: a fun hands-on process of designing, building, testing, rebuilding, and re-testing to create something new!

Students in grades 3rd-5th meet on Wednesday mornings, while students in 6th-8th meet on Friday mornings.

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

Click here to register online on our Workshop’s page!

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