IMPORTANT MEETING: Altadena Library District Redistricting Town Hall
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To ensure more fair and representative elections, the Altadena Library District committed in 2019 to establishing five Library Board of Trustee districts in Altadena rather than seats being at-large. Join us for a town hall meeting during which the National Demographics Corporation (NDC), the district’s demographic consultant, will share a draft of the map.
You will have the opportunity to review the map (it will be available on the district website no later than March 18) and provide feedback.
Altadena Main Library Town Hall
Join in person OR on Zoom
Saturday, March 25
10:00 - 11:30AM
Main Library Community Room
600 E. Mariposa St., Altadena
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Second Saturday: Crown City Bombers
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Join us as the Crown City Bombers rock the Main Library on Saturday, March 11, from 7-9 p.m.
The Crown City Bombers have their roots firmly planted in rockabilly, country, and 50's and early 60's R&B — the primary influence in all of their original songs.
The concert is inside so please sign up for this must-see performance.
Check out their grooves here.
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Mt. Lowe Chamber Players Concert: Fiato String Quartet |
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Join us for a free concert at the Main Library on Sunday, March 26, at 3 p.m. as the Mt. Lowe Chamber Players perform chamber music by composers also known for film music, such as John Adams, Nino Rota, Aaron Copland, John Corigliano, and Erich Korngold. No registration required.
The musicians for this concert are: Joel Pargman and Carrie Kennedy (violins), Aaron Oltman (viola), Ryan Sweeney (cello). This program is made possible by the Friends of the Altadena Library and the Altadena Library Foundation.
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Poets Laureate Event: Reading by Poetry Couples
Join Poets Laureate Peter J. Harris and Carla R. Sameth as they host a special reading by three "poetry couples" on Tuesday, March 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Altadena Main Library Community Room. Couples featured include Lory Bedikian & William Archila, Cherene Sherrard & Amaud Jamaul Johnson, and Yvonne M. Estrada & Terry Wolverton.
This program is made possible by the Friends of the Altadena Library and Poets & Writers.
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Open Mic Night at Altadena Libraries!
Join us for open mic night on the first Monday of each month.
Monday, March 6, 6 to 7 p.m., Main Library Community Room
All genres and all ages welcome!
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Civic Story & Ongoing Legacy of Owen Brown with Historian Michele Zack |
Did you know that the family of abolitionist John Brown came to Altadena in the late 1800s?
Michele Zack, Altadena historian and chair of the Owen Brown Gravesite Committee, will share the details of Owen Brown’s life, his legacy in our community, and the challenges faced in establishing access to and restoration of his gravesite from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 25, in the Main Library Community Room. This event is made possible by Pasadena Village.
Register for this talk through the Altadena Library online calendar or by calling the Village Office at 626-765-6037.
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Indoor Movie Night
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Join us for a movie screening of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” on Friday, March 31, from 7:30 to 10 p.m. on the Main Library Main Floor. Doors open at 7 p.m, and registration is required.
Popcorn and snacks are available (while supplies last).
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March/April Art Exhibition: Emerald Necklace
Come see the Amigos de Los Rios exhibition of photos, maps and site plans on display from March 4 to April 27 at the Main Library.
Amigos de Los Rios works to create an
"Emerald Necklace," a natural infrastructure network of green spaces, green schools, parks, and trails throughout under-served communities in the Los Angeles Basin.
They are in the process of creating an open space and river greenway network to connect the ‘mountains to the sea,’ helping to provide equitable access to nature, and protecting our environment and urban communities from the threats of climate change. For more information about the Emerald Necklace Vision, visit amigosdelosrios.org.
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Call for Artists and Curators |
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The Altadena Library District is looking for guest curators who would like to produce a show for a group of artists in September/October 2023 at the Main Library in the Community Room and Reading Court. If you have a proposed exhibition for a group show, please submit a guest curator application no later than Friday, June 30, 2023.
Exhibition space is open in November/December 2023 at the Main Library Community Room and Reading Court. The Altadena Library District invites artists interested in exhibiting their artwork to submit an application. If you are interested in displaying your artwork with us, please submit an artist exhibition application by Thursday, August 31, 2023.
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3X3 Art Workshop:
Pop-Up Tunnel Books
Create original diorama-like pop-up books using mixed media and collage techniques in this unique workshop with teaching artist, Rachel Curry. Tunnel books or "peep hole books" date back to the Victorian Era but remain a beloved structure with book artists and paper engineers today. Saturday, March 18, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Main Library Community Room.
Space is limited and registration required.
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Fab Lab Foundations: Screen Printing
Fab Lab Foundations continues a screen printing journey with expert John Miner on Saturday, March 25, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Main Library Pocket Park (outside).
Participants will learn different ways to make custom artwork using the screen printing process.
Space is limited, and registration is required.
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March Events for Children
Around the World Crafts at Bob Lucas: Ghana/Adinkra Cloth Printing Craft, Wednesday, March 1, 4 to 5 p.m., Bob Lucas Memorial Library. Registration required.
Stitch & Sew! Sewing, Saturday, March 4, 2 to 3:30 p.m., Main Library Community Room, Registration required. For ages 8-12
Play & Learn: Drawing!, Friday, March 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Main Library Community Room. Explore open-ended play stations. Ages 2-5, siblings welcome
St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Craft, Friday, March 17, 4-5 p.m., Main Library Community Room, ages 5-12
Crafternoons for Kids!, Tuesday, March 21, 4-5 p.m., Main Library Community Room
All Ages Lego Day at Bob Lucas, Friday, March 24, 2-6 p.m., Bob Lucas Memorial Library
Gardening for Kids: Harvesting Crops and Preparing for Spring with Master Gardener Brienna McWade!, Saturday, March 25, 9:30-11 a.m., Bob Lucas Memorial Library, Registration required.
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Reptiles & Friends
Wednesday, March 15, 4-5 p.m., Bob Lucas Memorial Library
Help us welcome biologists from the Wildlife Learning Center as they present on slithery and crawly animals.
We expect to see a tortoise, lizards, snakes, tarantula and more!
No registration required.
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Join Altadena Libraries for Spring Storytimes! |
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Baby & Toddler Storytime
Every Monday, 10:30 to 11 a.m., Front Lawn of the Main Library. For children ages 0-2 and parents/caregivers.
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Outdoor Family Storytime
Every Tuesday, 10:30 to 11 a.m., Charles White Park. For families with young children and older siblings.
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Preschool Storytime
Every Thursday, 10:30 to 11 a.m., Front Lawn of the Main Library. For children ages 3-5 and parents/caregivers.
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March Events for Teens
Teen Leadership Council, Saturday, March 4, 2:30 to 4 p.m., Main Library Teen Space.
'Dena Dishes, Friday, March 10 & 24, 5 p.m., on Instagram @AltadenaTeens. Find your next great bite in Altadena.
Art & Chill: Chain Mail, March 18, 2 to 3:30 p.m., Main Library Community Room
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Teen Pottery Workshop
Saturday, March 11, 2 -4 p.m., Green & Bisque Clayhouse, 1563 N. Lake Avenue
Ever wanted to try your hands at pottery? Well here's your chance! Green & Bisque Clayhouse is hosting an exclusive workshop just for teens (13-18) of the Altadena Library.
Registration is mandatory due to limited capacity.
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Seed Library: Transplanting Seedlings with Master Gardener Nancy Chin, Saturday, March 4, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Main Library Community Room
Huntington Health Screenings, Monday, March 13, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Main Library
Adult Craft Hour: Garden Stepping Stones, Wednesday, March 15, 4 to 5 p.m., Main Library Small Meeting Room, Registration required.
Adult Craft at Loma Alta: Garden Stepping Stones, Friday, March 17, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Loma Alta Park, Registration required.
Murder Mystery at the Main Library, Wednesday, March 22, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Registration required. Enjoy an evening with neighbors as you work together to solve "Pasta, Passion, and Pistols."
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Huntington Health Fentanyl Education
Saturday, March 11, 10 to 11 a.m., Main Library Community Room
Fentanyl has entered our community and we hear about the devastating effects of fentanyl poisoning almost daily. Huntington Hospital's goal is to provide accurate and caring education around medications and/or drugs that may contain fentanyl. To find out what you can do, we invite you to a talk with emergency physician, Edwin Peck, MD, from Huntington Hospital.
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Saturday, March 11, 4 to 5 p.m., on Zoom
Books: "The Maid" by Nita Prose and “The Ravenmaster: My life with the ravens at the Tower of London" by Christopher Skaife
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Saturday, March 25, 4 to 5 p.m., on Zoom
Book: "Chase Darkness with Me How One True-Crime Writer Started Solving Murders" by Billy Jensen
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Join Our Updated Read Local, Shop Local Rewards Program! |
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Read Local, Shop Local has been revamped for 2023. This updated library rewards program motivates Altadenans to visit and “check in” with a rewards card at local participating businesses to earn exclusive library district merchandise.
Participating businesses check a box on the card for each visit and display a flyer each month. In return, we feature the business in our monthly in-library display, on our webpage, and spotlight the business in an issue of our eConnect newsletter.
For full details about program benefits for both library users and local businesses, visit us at www.altadenalibrary.org/shoplocal.
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Stop by these participating Read Local, Shop Local Businesses:
Callisto Tea House & the Altadena Ale House
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Escape from the everyday at this Pasadena tea shop. You will discover teas from around the world, their flavors and benefits. Pair a tea, expertly brewed to order, with a delicacy from their curated collection of sweet & savory pastries. Share tea with friends, pick up brewing essentials to enjoy at home, or find the perfect gift for the tea lover in your life.
Callisto Tea House
1359 N. Altadena Drive Pasadena, 91107
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The Altadena Ale & Wine House welcomes you to a family-owned, fun, and friendly establishment. Located in the diverse, eclectic community of Altadena/Pasadena, the bar and lounge offer a warm ambiance and sense of community. They also take pride in carefully maintaining their products so that they are served fresh and in peak condition.
If you enjoy intellectual conversation and a camaraderie that defines the best traditions of a neighborhood watering hole, this bar is the place for you.
Altadena Ale & Wine House
2329 N. Fair Oaks Avenue Altadena, 91001
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MAIN LIBRARY
600 E. Mariposa Street
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BOB LUCAS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
2659 Lincoln Avenue
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