Join Us at the Altadena Holiday Sip and Shop, Saturday, December 3! |
Join us as we bring the Curiosity Connection to the Holiday Sip and Shop on Saturday, December 3, from 12 to 4 p.m. at Mariposa Junction (Lake Avenue & Mariposa Street).
You will also enjoy live music, food trucks, local vendors, beer and wine, raffles and prizes for the entire family.
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The Altadena Library District (both locations) will be closed:
Saturday, December 24 - Monday, December 26
Saturday, December 31 - Monday, January 2, 2023
EARLY CLOSURE
Main Library will close at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 10, for the Christmas Tree Lane Lighting Ceremony.
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Check out Altadena Libraries myLIBRO app!
Use it to search our catalog, place and monitor holds, view our events calendar, follow us in social media, and more.
Try it out and tell us what you think!
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December eResources: Finals Preparation & Essay Research with EBSCO and Learning Express Library |
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Library cardholders can download the EBSCO app, which makes scholarly research more convenient as you can quickly conduct searches and save articles for later reference. Or explore the Explora interface to access more age-targeted materials:
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LearningExpress Library provides tools — from interactive tutorials to flashcards — to help students and professionals achieve educational and career goals.
This resource is available thanks to funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.
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Don't have a library card? No problem. You can sign up for a Digital Card and get automatic access to digital databases, online study tools, and digital reading platforms. To sign up online, click here or visit our Catalog and click “Sign up for a library card” under the login section.
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Check Out Our Children's Winter Bingo Reading Challenge |
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We invite children (ages 4-12) to play our Winter Bingo from December 1 to January 7, 2023.
Beginning December 1, you can sign up by picking up your bingo board at the Main Library Children's Desk or the Information Desk at the Bob Lucas Memorial Library.
Complete 5 activities in a row for a Bingo, and bring in your card to collect a prize!
If you keep reading and finish all 25 activities, you can collect a free book (while supplies last) and be entered into our Grand Prize Raffle!
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Gazoz!
Sparkling Holiday Drinks!
Join us on Thursday, December 15, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Bob Lucas Memorial Library to learn how to make refreshing, festive non-alcoholic drinks that will delight and dazzle everyone at your next holiday gathering.
Presentation and tasting will be given by library staff. Registration is required.
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All Ages Lotería Night!
Join us for a fun night of all ages Lotería and pan dulce. Come challenge your friends and family and win prizes. Space is limited, so registration is encouraged.
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Thursday, December 15
6:30-7:30PM
Bob Lucas Memorial Library
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Monday, December 19
6:00-7:00PM
Main Library
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3X3 Art Workshop:
Hand-Printed Greetings with Carolyn James
Learn how to make hand-printed greetings from artist Carolyn James on Saturday, December 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Community Room at the Main Library.
Space is limited, and registration required.
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What if the Matriarchy Was Here All Along? Short Story Reading
Join us on Saturday, December 17, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for a special performance and reading of the short story — What if the Matriarchy Was Here All Along? — by artist Akina Cox accompanied by acclaimed harpist Mary Lattimore on the piano in the Community Room at the Main Library. Limited copies of Cox's story will be available for free.
All ages are welcome, but please note that the story includes mention of war and violence. This event is being held in conjunction with the current exhibition, What if the Matriarchy Was Here All Along?, curated by Jacqueline Falcone of Bed & Breakfast. The exhibition is on display in the Main Library Reading Court, Display Case, and outdoor installation through December 2022.
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'Tis the Season!
Christmas Storytime and Craft | Thursday, December 8 | 3:30-4:30pm | Main Library
Join us for a special Christmas-themed storytime and ornament craft.
Registration not required, but supplies are limited.
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Winter Storytime and Craft | Tuesday, December 13 | 4:00-5:00pm | Bob Lucas Branch
Come to the Bob Lucas Memorial Library for a special storytime and winter-inspired slime-making craft.
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December Events for Children
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Around the World Crafts at Bob Lucas, Wednesday, Dec. 7, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Bob Lucas Memorial Library. We visit the country of Austria and make snow globes. Registration required
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Family Film Screening: "Happy Feet," Friday, December 9, 4 to 6 p.m., Bob Lucas Memorial Library. Popcorn will be served (for as long as supplies last).
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December Events for Teens
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Curiosity Connection Teen Stop, Wednesday, Dec. 7, 3 to 6 p.m., Altadena Farmers' Market
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Teen Leadership Council, Saturday, Dec. 3, 2:30 to 4 p.m., Main Library Teen Space. Let your voice be heard! Registration required
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December Events for Adults
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Seed Library: Propagating California Native Plants to Support Pollinators with Sydney Kaye, Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Main Library Community Room
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Huntington Health Screenings, Tuesday, Dec. 13, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Main Library
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Adult Craft at Loma Alta: Winter Candle Holder, Friday, Dec. 16, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Loma Alta Park, Registration required.
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ChapCare Health Insurance Workshop, Tuesday, Dec. 20, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bob Lucas Memorial Library | 3 to 7 p.m., Main Library
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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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