The Library will be closed on Thursday, November 28 & Friday, November 29, 2024, in observance of Thanksgiving.

STEAM Events

An illustrated cityscape sits beyond a green rolling park with trees and trails dotting the landscape. The heading reads, Storywalk at Travel Town. To the right, on a blue background, a cover of the book Railroad Engineer Olive Dennis is shown.
October 21 through November 30
Venture to Travel Town to explore Los Angeles' railroad history and read about one of the first female railroad engineers, Olive Dennis....


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


Two hands hold a ton of building blocks!
Tuesdays from 1:45 p.m. - 3 p.m.
All levels are welcome to attend this hour of building block fun! We provide the supplies. You bring creative inspiration. Builders can...


hands-holding-lego-bricks
November 26, 2024 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Visit the library and let your imagination soar! Build whatever you want with Lego-style bricks.


Young children investigate science
November 26, 2024 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Experiment with hands-on science brought to you by Occidental College students and members of the Boundless Brilliance Club.


 A teen boy assembling a terrarium, adding soil and small plants to create a miniature garden.
November 26, 2024 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Want to learn how to make a self-sustainable garden? Join us in making your own terrarium mini-garden. You will learn about biomes and how...


An illustrated cityscape sits beyond a green rolling park with trees and trails dotting the landscape. The heading reads, Storywalk at Travel Town. To the right, on a blue background, a cover of the book Railroad Engineer Olive Dennis is shown.
October 21 through November 30
Venture to Travel Town to explore Los Angeles' railroad history and read about one of the first female railroad engineers, Olive Dennis....


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


handful of Legos
Fourth Wednesdays at 4 p.m.
Come build with us at the Library. Each month, we will have a suggested building theme. Your LEGO® bricks creation may be chosen to be...


Senorita Mariposa book cover and cityscape illustration
Available for viewing Thursday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In celebration of the fourth annual LA BioBlitz Challenge,
Señorita Mariposa is returning to the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take a self-...


An illustrated cityscape sits beyond a green rolling park with trees and trails dotting the landscape. The heading reads, Storywalk at Travel Town. To the right, on a blue background, a cover of the book Railroad Engineer Olive Dennis is shown.
October 21 through November 30
Venture to Travel Town to explore Los Angeles' railroad history and read about one of the first female railroad engineers, Olive Dennis....


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


Senorita Mariposa book cover and cityscape illustration
Available for viewing Thursday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In celebration of the fourth annual LA BioBlitz Challenge,
Señorita Mariposa is returning to the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take a self-...


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


Toddler sits under a colorful parachute in a play space with colorful mats covering the floor.
Mondays from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Join us for an open playtime for babies, toddlers and their adult caregivers. Make new friends, boost social-emotional growth and enjoy...


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


Two hands hold a ton of building blocks!
Tuesdays from 1:45 p.m. - 3 p.m.
All levels are welcome to attend this hour of building block fun! We provide the supplies. You bring creative inspiration. Builders can...


3d pen tracing snowflake
December 3, 2024 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Learn about 3D printing and use a 3D pen to create decorations or ornaments inspired by the winter holiday season. For teens in 6th-12th...


a person with a telescope backlight with the night sky
December 3, 2024 6:00 PM
The Sidewalk Astronomers will have telescopes set up so you can take an up-close look at the night sky. We should be able to see Jupiter,...


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


Clip art of children standing and holding science props
December 4, 2024 4:00 PM
Have fun in this free, hands on STEM program! Perfect for ages 4-10.


Senorita Mariposa book cover and cityscape illustration
Available for viewing Thursday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In celebration of the fourth annual LA BioBlitz Challenge,
Señorita Mariposa is returning to the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take a self-...


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


Lego bricks held in a hand
Every Thursday at 3 p.m.
Come enjoy a weekly drop-in playtime at the library for creative play with LEGO-style bricks and traditional building blocks. Suggested...


Snowflakes against a blue background
December 5, 2024 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Learn about the science of snow! We will explore how snow forms and the beautiful math of snowflakes through hands-on activities.This...


A pair of hands holding LEGO pieces.
December 5, 2024 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Join us for Game Day! Build, create, and have fun with building bricks and board games. Meet new friends and enjoy endless entertainment at...


Pile of colorful plastic building blocks
December 5, 2024 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Test your building skills with challenges presented by BuildUp for Kids.All skill levels welcome. Ages 5-11.


Senorita Mariposa book cover and cityscape illustration
Available for viewing Thursday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In celebration of the fourth annual LA BioBlitz Challenge,
Señorita Mariposa is returning to the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take a self-...


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


Senorita Mariposa book cover and cityscape illustration
Available for viewing Thursday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In celebration of the fourth annual LA BioBlitz Challenge,
Señorita Mariposa is returning to the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take a self-...


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


cup of slime
December 7, 2024 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join us for a hour of fun, colorful, creative, and engaging slime making! Follow step-by-step instructions on exactly how to make slime,...


Senorita Mariposa book cover and cityscape illustration
Available for viewing Thursday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In celebration of the fourth annual LA BioBlitz Challenge,
Señorita Mariposa is returning to the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take a self-...


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


Toddler sits under a colorful parachute in a play space with colorful mats covering the floor.
Mondays from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Join us for an open playtime for babies, toddlers and their adult caregivers. Make new friends, boost social-emotional growth and enjoy...


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


silhouette of a person looking through a telescope at the sky
December 9, 2024 6:30 PM
Come see the moon, Jupiter, Saturn and Venus close-up through telescopes! Weather permitting, the Sidewalk Astronomers will set up...


wake sleepyone book cover and cityscape illustration
Daily through December 20, 2024
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers....


Two hands hold a ton of building blocks!
Tuesdays from 1:45 p.m. - 3 p.m.
All levels are welcome to attend this hour of building block fun! We provide the supplies. You bring creative inspiration. Builders can...


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