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Busy Bee Farmers [Registration Full]
Jun
12

Busy Bee Farmers [Registration Full]

๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ For the little growers, the curious hands, and the love of the outdoors ๐ŸŒป

โœจ The Downey City Library presents Busy Bee Farmers โ€” a weekly hands-on program where kids explore the world of farming, gardening, and creativity through fun activities and crafts!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Fridays โ€” June 12th & 26th, July 10th & 31st

โฐ 1:30 pm โ€“ 2:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Library

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ“ Registration Full, No Waitlist

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 7โ€“12

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Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Babies-Bilingual)
Jun
13

Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Babies-Bilingual)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: ๐ŸŸก Playtime

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a weekโ€ โ€

โญ Intended for ages 0-18 monthsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“— In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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Arts with Ms. G
Jun
13

Arts with Ms. G

๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ๐ŸŒŸ For the young artists, the bold colors, and the techniques worth knowing ๐ŸŽจ

โœจ The Downey City Library presents Arts with Ms. G โ€” where kids get to create fun, exciting projects while discovering new art techniques and letting their creativity shine!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Saturday, June 13th & 27th

โฐ 12:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Library

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 7โ€“12

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More Sign, Say & Play
Jun
15

More Sign, Say & Play

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿผ sign language. Together, learn signs & songs ๐ŸŽถ through activities & play.

๐Ÿ“ Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Theme: At The Zoo

โญ Intended for ages 0-3 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ Registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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

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Storytime for Library Littles (Preschool-English)
Jun
16

Storytime for Library Littles (Preschool-English)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a weekโ€ โ€

โญ Intended for ages 3-5 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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Creciendo Contigo: A Family Cafecito
Jun
16

Creciendo Contigo: A Family Cafecito

Welcome to Creciendo Contigo, a warm, cafรฉ-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 0โ€“6 months

  • Session 2: April 21 โ€“ Developmental Ages 6โ€“12 months

  • Session 3: May 19 โ€“ Developmental Ages 1โ€“2 years

  • Session 4: June 16 โ€“ Developmental Ages 2โ€“3 years

  • Session 5: July 21 โ€“ Developmental Age 3โ€“5 years

Time: 11:30 AM โ€“ 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.

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Jun
16

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Preschool- Bilingual)
Jun
17

Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Preschool- Bilingual)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a week

โญ Intended for ages 3-5 years

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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More Sign, Say & Play
Jun
17

More Sign, Say & Play

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿผ sign language. Together, learn signs & songs ๐ŸŽถ through activities & play.

๐Ÿ“ Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Theme: At The Zoo

โญ Intended for ages 0-3 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ Registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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

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Snack Scouts
Jun
17

Snack Scouts

๐Ÿก๐ŸŒ For the adventurous snackers, the curious taste buds, and the flavors of the world ๐Ÿฌโœจ

The Downey City Library presents Snack Scouts โ€” where kids get to explore exotic international snacks and treats from around the globe for a one-of-a-kind tasting adventure!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Wednesday, June 17th

โฐ 3:30 pm โ€“ 4:15 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Library

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ“ Registration required

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 10โ€“12

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On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series
Jun
18

On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series

Join the fun with our childrenโ€™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

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Lunch Bunch Cooking
Jun
18

Lunch Bunch Cooking

๐Ÿณ๐Ÿฅ— For the little chefs, the curious eaters, and the kitchen adventures ahead ๐ŸŒฟโœจ

The Downey City Library presents Lunch Bunch Cooking โ€” where kids learn fun and easy recipes while discovering the basics of healthy eating, nutrition, and hands-on cooking skills!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Thursday, June 11th & 18th

โฐ 12:00 pm โ€“ 1:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Library Patio (outdoors)

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 10โ€“12

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More Sign, Say & Play
Jun
18

More Sign, Say & Play

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿผ sign language. Together, learn signs & songs ๐ŸŽถ through activities & play.

๐Ÿ“ Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Theme: At The Zoo

โญ Intended for ages 0-3 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ Registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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

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Storytime for Library Littles (Preschool-English)
Jun
23

Storytime for Library Littles (Preschool-English)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a weekโ€ โ€

โญ Intended for ages 3-5 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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Family Math
Jun
23

Family Math

Family Math Night ๐Ÿงฎโœจ

Discover the joy of numbers with the whole family through hands-on activities ๐Ÿงฉ, interactive games ๐ŸŽฒ, and playful learning ๐ŸŽ‰. A fun-filled session designed to help parents and children explore math together in everyday life!

Dates & Topics:

  • June 9 โ€“ Measurment Storytime

  • June 23 โ€“ Sorting & Collecting

โญ Intended for children ages 2-5

๐Ÿ“‹ FREE-No registration required

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room

๐Ÿงฎ Bilingual English/Spanish resources available

๐ŸŽจ Take-home math activities

For more fun, visit the ๐ŸŒˆPBS SocalFamily Math Youtube Channel๐Ÿงธ

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POWERHOUSE!! Percussive Dance
Jun
23

POWERHOUSE!! Percussive Dance

๐Ÿฅ๐Ÿ‘Ÿ For the whole family, the stomping feet, and the performances that hit different ๐ŸŽญโœจ

The Downey City Library presents POWERHOUSE!! โ€” a high-energy percussive dance spectacular featuring tap, clogging, Irish step dancing, and electrifying stomp performers that will have audiences of all ages cheering!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Tuesday, June 23rd

โฐ 6:00 pm โ€“ 7:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Theater

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

โญ All ages welcome

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Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Preschool- Bilingual)
Jun
24

Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Preschool- Bilingual)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a week

โญ Intended for ages 3-5 years

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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Yogapalooza
Jun
24

Yogapalooza

๐Ÿง˜ Yogapalooza! ๐Ÿง˜ A fun and engaging yoga experience for children & caregivers featuring movement, mindfulness, music, and storytelling

โš–๏ธ Build Balance & Focus ๐ŸŒŸ Boost Confidence ๐ŸŽต Foster Mindfulness & Expression

Program Schedule: Last Wednesday of each month

โญ Intended for ages 4โ€“12

๐Ÿ“‹ FREE โ€“ No registration required

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack Room

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On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series
Jun
25

On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series

Join the fun with our childrenโ€™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

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Rising Readers Book Club
Jun
25

Rising Readers Book Club

๐Ÿ“šโœจ For the growing readers, the shared stories, and the confidence that comes one page at a time ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ“–

The Downey City Library presents Rising Readers Book Club โ€” a welcoming space where kids build reading skills and confidence by reading aloud and exploring books together!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Thursday, June 25th

โฐ 3:30 pm

๐Ÿ“ The Lab at Downey City Library

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 8โ€“11 | 3rdโ€“5th Grade

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Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles at Dennis the Menace Park
Jun
26

Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles at Dennis the Menace Park

  • 9125 Arrington Avenue Downey, California, 90240 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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 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.

This childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a weekโ€

โ€๐Ÿ“ At Dennis The Menace Park

โญ Intended for All Ages โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“— At Dennis the Menace Park โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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Busy Bee Farmers [Registration Full]
Jun
26

Busy Bee Farmers [Registration Full]

๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ For the little growers, the curious hands, and the love of the outdoors ๐ŸŒป

โœจ The Downey City Library presents Busy Bee Farmers โ€” a weekly hands-on program where kids explore the world of farming, gardening, and creativity through fun activities and crafts!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Fridays โ€” June 12th & 26th, July 10th & 31st

โฐ 1:30 pm โ€“ 2:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Library

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ“ Registration Full, No Waitlist

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 7โ€“12

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Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Babies-Bilingual)
Jun
27

Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Babies-Bilingual)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: ๐ŸŸก Playtime

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a week

โญ Intended for ages 0-18 months

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐Ÿ“— In the Cormack room

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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Arts with Ms. G
Jun
27

Arts with Ms. G

๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ๐ŸŒŸ For the young artists, the bold colors, and the techniques worth knowing ๐ŸŽจ

โœจ The Downey City Library presents Arts with Ms. G โ€” where kids get to create fun, exciting projects while discovering new art techniques and letting their creativity shine!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Saturday, June 13th & 27th

โฐ 12:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Library

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 7โ€“12

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Storytime for Library Littles (Preschool-English)
Jun
30

Storytime for Library Littles (Preschool-English)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a weekโ€ โ€

โญ Intended for ages 3-5 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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The Ben Band
Jun
30

The Ben Band

๐ŸŽธ๐Ÿฆ˜ For the whole family, the singing fridges, the opinionated guitars, and the animals with a lot to say ๐ŸŽถโœจ

The Downey City Library presents The Ben Band โ€” a wacky, interactive musical adventure where animals, objects, and everyday items come to life with original songs, big personalities, and nonstop laughs! Featuring Australian animals and a cast of unforgettable characters (including a very shy fridge named Fred), this is one show the whole family won't want to miss!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Tuesday, June 30th

โฐ 6:00 pm โ€“ 7:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Library

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

โญ All ages welcome

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Lunch Bunch Cooking
Jul
2

Lunch Bunch Cooking

๐Ÿณ๐Ÿฅ— For the little chefs, the curious eaters, and the kitchen adventures ahead ๐ŸŒฟโœจ

The Downey City Library presents Lunch Bunch Cooking โ€” where kids learn fun and easy recipes while discovering the basics of healthy eating, nutrition, and hands-on cooking skills!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Thursday, July 2nd & 9th

โฐ 12:00 pm โ€“ 1:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Library Patio (outdoors)

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 7-9

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Columbia Memorial Space Center: STEM Workshop
Jul
7

Columbia Memorial Space Center: STEM Workshop

Visit the Workshop Tuesday for a special ๐Ÿงฒ STEM workshop

๐Ÿš€ Hosted by the Columbia Memorial Space Center!

โš™๏ธ Explore Science & Engineering

๐Ÿ”ง Build STEM Projects

๐Ÿ“ Parent/Guardian supervison required

๐ŸŽ’ This session is for ages8+

๐Ÿ”ด No Registration Required

๐Ÿค– Located in the Workshop

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Lunch Bunch Cooking
Jul
9

Lunch Bunch Cooking

๐Ÿณ๐Ÿฅ— For the little chefs, the curious eaters, and the kitchen adventures ahead ๐ŸŒฟโœจ

The Downey City Library presents Lunch Bunch Cooking โ€” where kids learn fun and easy recipes while discovering the basics of healthy eating, nutrition, and hands-on cooking skills!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Thursday, July 2nd & 9th

โฐ 12:00 pm โ€“ 1:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Library Patio (outdoors)

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 7-9

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Busy Bee Farmers [Registration Full]
Jul
10

Busy Bee Farmers [Registration Full]

๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ For the little growers, the curious hands, and the love of the outdoors ๐ŸŒป

โœจ The Downey City Library presents Busy Bee Farmers โ€” a weekly hands-on program where kids explore the world of farming, gardening, and creativity through fun activities and crafts!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Fridays โ€” June 12th & 26th, July 10th & 31st

โฐ 1:30 pm โ€“ 2:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Library

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ“ Registration Full, No Waitlist

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 7โ€“12

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Chess Club
Jul
13

Chess Club

Chess club for kids at the Library

This monthโ€™s theme: Chess

Upcoming Chess Date: October 12th

โ™Ÿ๏ธ Hosted by the Downey Chess Club Team

๐Ÿ’ก Boost critical thinking & strategy

โญ Intended for grade k-6thโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ DROP IN-No registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Jul
14

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Jul
21

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series
Jul
30

On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series

Join the fun with our childrenโ€™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

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Busy Bee Farmers [Registration Full]
Jul
31

Busy Bee Farmers [Registration Full]

๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ For the little growers, the curious hands, and the love of the outdoors ๐ŸŒป

โœจ The Downey City Library presents Busy Bee Farmers โ€” a weekly hands-on program where kids explore the world of farming, gardening, and creativity through fun activities and crafts!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Fridays โ€” June 12th & 26th, July 10th & 31st

โฐ 1:30 pm โ€“ 2:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Library

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ“ Registration Full, No Waitlist

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 7โ€“12

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Columbia Memorial Space Center: STEM Workshop
Aug
4

Columbia Memorial Space Center: STEM Workshop

Visit the Workshop for a special ๐Ÿงฒ STEM workshop

๐Ÿš€ Hosted by the Columbia Memorial Space Center!

โš™๏ธ Explore Science & Engineering

๐Ÿ”ง Build STEM Projects

๐Ÿ“ Parent/Guardian supervison required

๐ŸŽ’ This session is for ages8+

๐Ÿ”ด No Registration Required

๐Ÿค– Located in the Workshop

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Lunch Bunch Cooking
Aug
6

Lunch Bunch Cooking

๐Ÿณ๐Ÿฅ— For the little chefs, the curious eaters, and the kitchen adventures ahead ๐ŸŒฟโœจ

The Downey City Library presents Lunch Bunch Cooking โ€” where kids learn fun and easy recipes while discovering the basics of healthy eating, nutrition, and hands-on cooking skills!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Thursday, Agusut 6th

โฐ 12:00 pm โ€“ 1:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Library Patio (outdoors)

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 5-6

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Aug
11

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Aug
18

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Sep
8

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Sep
15

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Oct
13

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Oct
20

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Nov
10

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

โฐ 4:30 โ€“ 6:30 PM

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Dec
8

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

โฐ 4:30 โ€“ 6:30 PM

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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More Sign, Say & Play
Jun
11

More Sign, Say & Play

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿผ sign language. Together, learn signs & songs ๐ŸŽถ through activities & play.

๐Ÿ“ Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Theme: Safety

โญ Intended for ages 0-3 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ Registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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

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Lunch Bunch Cooking
Jun
11

Lunch Bunch Cooking

๐Ÿณ๐Ÿฅ— For the little chefs, the curious eaters, and the kitchen adventures ahead ๐ŸŒฟโœจ

The Downey City Library presents Lunch Bunch Cooking โ€” where kids learn fun and easy recipes while discovering the basics of healthy eating, nutrition, and hands-on cooking skills!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Thursday, June 11th & 18th

โฐ 12:00 pm โ€“ 1:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Library Patio (outdoors)

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 10โ€“12

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On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series
Jun
11

On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series

Join the fun with our childrenโ€™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

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More Sign, Say & Play
Jun
10

More Sign, Say & Play

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿผ sign language. Together, learn signs & songs ๐ŸŽถ through activities & play.

๐Ÿ“ Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Theme: Safety

โญ Intended for ages 0-3 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ Registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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

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Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Preschool- Bilingual)
Jun
10

Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Preschool- Bilingual)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a week

โญ Intended for ages 3-5 years

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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The Found Objects Juggling Show with Michael Rayner
Jun
9

The Found Objects Juggling Show with Michael Rayner

  • 8435 Firestone Boulevard Downey, California, 90241 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

๐Ÿคนโœจ For the whole family, the jaw-dropping tricks, and the laughs you never saw coming ๐ŸŽช๐Ÿ™Œ

The Downey City Library presents The Found Objects Juggling Show with Michael Rayner โ€” a high-energy, nonstop performance packed with amazing tricks and unexpected objects that will keep audiences of all ages on the edge of their seats!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Tuesday, June 9th

โฐ 6:00 pm โ€“ 7:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Theater

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

โญ All ages welcome

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Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)
Jun
9

Pokรฉmon Club (Ages 7-12)

โšก๏ธ Pokรฉmon Club at Downey City Library โšก๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all young Trainers! Canโ€™t get enough Pokรฉmon? Find it at the library! Pokรฉmon Club offers a fun, welcoming space to learn and play the Pokรฉmon Trading Card Game while building strategy skills and collaborating with fellow Trainers. Bring your deck or come ready to learn.โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month                  

โญ Intended for ages 7โ€“12 years             

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Space is limited 

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room  

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required 

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more information: Contact (562) 904-7360

๐Ÿ“–This library program is made possible by the following partnerships๐Ÿคฉ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL), the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), and The Pokรฉmon Company International. 

๐Ÿ“•@americanlibraryassociation

๐Ÿ“—@ala_aasl

๐Ÿ“ฃ@Pokรฉmon

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Family Math
Jun
9

Family Math

Family Math Night ๐Ÿงฎโœจ

Discover the joy of numbers with the whole family through hands-on activities ๐Ÿงฉ, interactive games ๐ŸŽฒ, and playful learning ๐ŸŽ‰. A fun-filled session designed to help parents and children explore math together in everyday life!

Dates & Topics:

  • June 9 โ€“ Measurment Storytime

  • June 23 โ€“ Sorting & Collecting

โญ Intended for children ages 2-5

๐Ÿ“‹ FREE-No registration required

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room

๐Ÿงฎ Bilingual English/Spanish resources available

๐ŸŽจ Take-home math activities

For more fun, visit the ๐ŸŒˆPBS SocalFamily Math Youtube Channel๐Ÿงธ

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Storytime for Library Littles (Preschool-English)
Jun
9

Storytime for Library Littles (Preschool-English)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a weekโ€ โ€

โญ Intended for ages 3-5 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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More Sign, Say & Play
Jun
8

More Sign, Say & Play

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿผ sign language. Together, learn signs & songs ๐ŸŽถ through activities & play.

๐Ÿ“ Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Theme: Safety

โญ Intended for ages 0-3 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ Registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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

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Summer Reading Kick-Off
Jun
6

Summer Reading Kick-Off

๐ŸŒž๐Ÿ“š The summer you've been waiting for is finally here โ€” and it's starting with a BANG! ๐Ÿช„๐ŸŽ‰

The Downey City Library is throwing open the doors to the most exciting summer yet with our Summer Reading Kick-Off. A spectacular celebration packed with live reptiles, crafts, giveaways, and raffle prizes that will launch the whole family into a summer full of adventure, discovery, and great books!

๐Ÿช„ From jaw-dropping sleight of hand to wacky laugh-out-loud antics, David Skale delivers a one-of-a-kind magic experience that's guaranteed to entertain kids and adults alike, because the best magic happens when everyone's having fun!

๐Ÿ“– Pick up your reading tracker sheet and get all the details on this year's reading challenge while you're here, because the real adventure is just getting started!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Saturday, June 6th

โฐ 10:00 am โ€“ 12:30 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Library

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

๐Ÿช„ Free Magic Show

๐ŸŽจ Crafts ๐ŸŽ Giveaways ๐Ÿ† Raffle Prize Opportunity (While supplies last)

๐Ÿ“‹ Reading tracker sheets available

โญ All ages welcome

๐ŸŒŸ Don't miss the event that kicks off the biggest reading summer yet โ€” we'll see you there! ๐ŸŒŸ

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Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles at Furman Park
Jun
5

Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles at Furman Park

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 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.

This childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library

๐Ÿ“at Furman Park

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a weekโ€ โ€

โญ Intended for All Ages โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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Discover & Play Day
Jun
5

Discover & Play Day

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, weโ€™re excited to welcome a โ˜„๏ธ space discovery specialist from the ๐Ÿš€ Columbia Memorial Space Center ๐Ÿ›ฐ๏ธ who will guide a hands-on ๐Ÿงฒ STEM activity full of science, exploration, and play, perfect for curious kids ready to discover the wonders of space and technology.

โญ Intended for all ages

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐Ÿ“— Childrenโ€™s area

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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More Sign, Say & Play
Jun
4

More Sign, Say & Play

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿผ sign language. Together, learn signs & songs ๐ŸŽถ through activities & play.

๐Ÿ“ Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Theme: At The Farm

โญ Intended for ages 0-3 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ Registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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

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On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series
Jun
4

On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series

Join the fun with our childrenโ€™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

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Brettso the Great: Magic Story & Balloon Puppet Show
Jun
3

Brettso the Great: Magic Story & Balloon Puppet Show

๐ŸŽชโœจ For the whole family โ€” full of laughs, wonder, and unforgettable moments ๐ŸŽˆ

๐Ÿช„ The Downey City Library invites families to a magical adventure packed with comedy, balloons, puppets, and storytelling that will spark imagination and delight audiences of all ages!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Wednesday, June 3rd

โฐ 6:00 pm โ€“ 7:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Library

๐Ÿ No Registration Required

โญ All Ages

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Family Craft Time
Jun
3

Family Craft Time

๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ For the families, the makers, and the moments that stick โœ‚๏ธ

โœจ The Downey City Library is bringing families together for hands-on crafts, creativity, and quality time โ€” no experience needed, just a love for making things together!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Every first Wednesday of the month, starting June 3rd

โฐ 4:30 pm โ€“ 6:30 pm

๐Ÿ“ Downey City Library

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free

โญ All ages welcome

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More Sign, Say & Play
Jun
3

More Sign, Say & Play

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿผ sign language. Together, learn signs & songs ๐ŸŽถ through activities & play.

๐Ÿ“ Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Theme: At The Farm

โญ Intended for ages 0-3 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ Registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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

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Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Preschool- Bilingual)
Jun
3

Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Preschool- Bilingual)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a week

โญ Intended for ages 3-5 years

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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Painter's Space Paint-a-long
Jun
2

Painter's Space Paint-a-long

๐ŸŽจ๐ŸŒธ For the little artists, the bold brush strokes, and the blooming imaginations ๐ŸŒผโœจ

The Downey City Library is teaming up with Tiffanie Nguyen of Painter's Space for a joyful guided kids painting session where young creatives will bring their very own vibrant garden flower field to life โ€” exploring color, texture, and imagination one brushstroke at a time!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Tuesday, June 2nd

โฐ 6:00 pm โ€“ 7:00 pm

๐Ÿ“ Cormack Room

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free ๐ŸŒท All experience levels welcome

๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Ages 6โ€“12

โš ๏ธ Limited to 25 spots โ€” first come, first served!

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Columbia Memorial Space Center: After-School STEM Workshop
Jun
2

Columbia Memorial Space Center: After-School STEM Workshop

Visit the Workshop after school on Tuesday for a special ๐Ÿงฒ STEM workshop

๐Ÿš€ Hosted by the Columbia Memorial Space Center!

โš™๏ธ Explore Science & Engineering

๐Ÿ”ง Build STEM Projects

๐Ÿ“ Parent/Guardian supervison required

๐ŸŽ’ This session is for ages 8+

๐Ÿ”ด No Registration Required

๐Ÿค– Located in the Workshop

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Storytime for Library Littles (Preschool-English)
Jun
2

Storytime for Library Littles (Preschool-English)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a weekโ€ โ€

โญ Intended for ages 3-5 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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LEGOยฉ Builders Club
Jun
1

LEGOยฉ Builders Club

๐Ÿ“š Stories arenโ€™t just read, theyโ€™re built! Visit the Library for the ๐Ÿงฑ LEGO Builders Club ๐Ÿงฑ

๐Ÿ’ก Build STEM and problem-solving skills

โš™๏ธ Explore engineering through hands-on LEGO play

๐ŸŽฏ Tackle fun creative building challenges

๐Ÿค๐Ÿผ Practice teamwork and collaboration

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Program Schedule: Once a month on Monday

โญ Intended for ages 7-12

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐Ÿ“— Cormack Room

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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More Sign, Say & Play
Jun
1

More Sign, Say & Play

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿผ sign language. Together, learn signs & songs ๐ŸŽถ through activities & play.

๐Ÿ“ Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Theme: At The Farm

โญ Intended for ages 0-3 yearsโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“‹ Registration requiredโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack roomโ€ โ€

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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

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Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Babies-Bilingual)
May
30

Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Babies-Bilingual)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

Featured this week: ๐ŸŸก Playtime

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a week

โญ Intended for ages 0-18 months

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐Ÿ“— In the Cormack room

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series
May
28

On the Grow: Itโ€™s Potty Time! Play Series

Join the fun with our childrenโ€™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

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Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Toddlers-Bilingual)
May
28

Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Toddlers-Bilingual)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a week

โญ Intended for ages 18-36 months

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐Ÿ“— In the Cormack room

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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Yogapalooza
May
27

Yogapalooza

๐Ÿง˜ Yogapalooza! ๐Ÿง˜ A fun and engaging yoga experience for children & caregivers featuring movement, mindfulness, music, and storytelling

โš–๏ธ Build Balance & Focus ๐ŸŒŸ Boost Confidence ๐ŸŽต Foster Mindfulness & Expression

Program Schedule: Last Wednesday of each month

โญ Intended for ages 4โ€“12

๐Ÿ“‹ FREE โ€“ No registration required

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack Room

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Graduation Photoshoot
May
27

Graduation Photoshoot

๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“ธ For the grads, the milestones, and the memories to last a lifetime ๐Ÿซโœจ

The Downey City Library Studio is celebrating the Class of 2026 with a free drop-in graduation photo shoot for grads of all ages, whether you're crossing the stage or stepping up from Pre-K, come capture the moment with friends, family, or a solo shot that's all yours.

๐Ÿ“ฑ Bonus! Photos can be airdropped directly to your cell phone so you can share and save your favorite graduation memories instantly ๐Ÿ“ธโœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Wednesday, May 27th

๐Ÿ“ธ Open Studio Hours

โฐ 10:30 am โ€“ 4:30 pm

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Free | No registration required

๐Ÿ Walk-in friendly

โญ All ages welcome

๐Ÿ“ฑ For more info contact (562) 904-7360

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Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Preschool- Bilingual)
May
27

Hora de Cuentos for Library Littles (Preschool- Bilingual)

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 childrenโ€™s program is led by library staff who are passionate about making learning fun and exciting for everyone at the Library!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Once a week

โญ Intended for ages 3-5 years

๐Ÿ“‹ No registration required

๐Ÿ“˜ In the Cormack room

๐Ÿ” Caregiver supervision required

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