Friends of the Library
Used Book Sale, May 21 & 22
Please join us for the Friends of the Altadena Library used book sale on Saturday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, May 22 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Main Library parking lot.
Only Friends of the Library are able to shop from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, but you can become a member on-site for $10.
More than 20,000 fiction & non-fiction books, DVDs, CDs, Blu-rays and more will be available for sale.
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Second Saturday:
The JazzZone
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The JazzZone performs throughout Southern California, bringing a gift of talent and the musical JazzZone style. They combine Jazz Standards, R&B, Soul & Latin tunes for a performance that offers lots of sizzling Jazz, some cool funky grooves, and plenty of space for spontaneity!
Additional parking is available at the Altadena Senior Center at 560 E. Mariposa St.
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Dale Voelker:
Moving Color Collection
You can also view his exhibition of collage at the Main Library until May 30.
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LitFest Pasadena
May 4 & 11 at Altadena Main Library
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LitFest Pasadena embraces a new format for 2022, expanding locations and returning to known favorites. LitFest Pasadena brings acclaimed authors and new voices together to engage in a variety of powerful and inspiring literary and social conversations. This year’s in-person event is free to the public and no registration is required.
Join us at the Main Library from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 4 and 11, for workshops and panels. See the flyer (below) for details. For a full schedule of events at all locations, go to www.litfestpasadena.org.
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Memories of Heart Mountain with
Sam Mihara
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Join us as public speaker Sam Mihara shares his personal account of the Japanese American imprisonment and its civil rights abuses during WWII on Saturday, May 7 at 2 p.m. in the Main Library Community Room.
When World War II broke out, the United States government forced Sam and his family to move, first to a detention camp in Pomona, Calif., and then to a remote prison camp in Northern Wyoming, where they stayed for three years.
He developed the Memories of Heart Mountain presentation to educate people and help ensure such civil rights violations don’t happen again.
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Discovery of a Masterpiece with Mallory Mortillaro
Join us on Tuesday, May 24 from 4 to 5 p.m. on Zoom as Mallory Mortillaro, Curator of Collections for the Hartley Dodge Foundation, shares the story of how a simple art cataloging project evolved into a search for a mysterious piece’s provenance and became one of the biggest art finds in recent history, a piece that was eventually authenticated as an official work by Auguste Rodin.
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A Quiet Space:
May Meditation
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May is Mental Health Awareness month!
Classes are 30 minutes with an intro, guided practice, and time for Q&A. The closing session on May 31st is a special one hour program featuring a sound bath experience.
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Learn how to cultivate compassion, confidence, focus, and stress relief, and learn techniques that help with navigating difficult emotions and change.
Open to all levels, beginners welcome!
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Seed Library:
Container Gardening
(in person)
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Container gardening can be a great alternative for those who have limited space but still want to grow their own food. Container gardening's many benefits include less weeding, more mobility, less risk of soil-borne disease, and less need for expensive tools and equipment.
This month the presenter is Anastaysia Cole, a 2020 Master Gardener graduate, who is committed to diving deeper into the science of plant life.
We hope to see you there!
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Mini MangaCon
Joining us virtually, Scott will talk about the history of popular manga series like Demon Slayer, Fruits Basket, Dragon Ball Z, and more.
Then you can test your knowledge and win prizes in our trivia contest!
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Free Comic Book Day Jr
This event is for families and kids and takes place the day AFTER Free Comic Book Day, something no other comic shop in the country does!
We will be spinning the raffle wheel for gift giveaways, as well as playing and giving away fast board and role playing games.
Your ALD library card also entitles you to a 10% discount on all merchandise via our Read Local, Shop Local partnership with Comics Factory.
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Free Health Screening by Huntington Hospital on May 10 and May 18 at Altadena Main Library |
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Altadena Library District is partnering with Huntington Hospital to offer patrons free health counseling and screenings by a registered nurse from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10 at the Main Library. The registered nurse will also be at the Main Library from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18 as part of a special event to promote the service.
The counseling is free, and no appointment or registration is necessary. Among the services offered are:
- Personal health guidance
- Hypertension screening
- Diabetes risk assessment and screening
- Medical and social services referrals
- Health promotion literature and resources
The program is offered the second Tuesday of every month through 2022.
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Library of Things:
Blood Pressure Monitor
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You will soon be able to check out blood pressure monitors from our growing Library of Things. Just search the catalog in the coming weeks to put a hold on it.
It's just one of many items to which your Altadena Library card provides access.
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Introducing Teen Gardening Club |
The Teen Gardening Club is looking for youth of all skill levels and experience to lend a hand in growing and caring for the gardens and plants of the Altadena Library!
Join us Saturday mornings (May 14 & 28) from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Main Library to plant and tend to our vegetable garden, flower beds, and indoor plants. Participants will receive volunteer service hours.
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Tai Chi Chaun for Teens
In observation of Mental Health Awareness Month, Two Dragons Martial Arts will be hosting a free Tai Chi Chaun class for teens on Saturday, May 14 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on the front lawn of the Main Library.
Spend a blissful morning harmonizing your body and mind. Comfortable clothes and shoes recommended.
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Adult Craft at
Loma Alta Park:
Decoupage Flower Pots
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Altadena Library is holding an outdoor adult craft session at 11 a.m., Friday, May 20 in the seating area near the Equestrian Center at Loma Alta Park.
Participants meet outdoors at socially distanced tables, and seating will be available for those who sign up prior to the session. Online registration is required as space is limited to 10 people.
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Altadena Library Book Clubs |
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Join Our Now-in-Person No Guilt Book Club
No Guilt Book Club is on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. (in person).
Next meeting:
Books:
Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead
Written in Bone: Hidden Stories in What We Leave Behind by Sue M. Black
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Newest Club: Ambos Bilingual Book Club |
Dive into new books, art, and media from contemporary Spanish language authors. Join us for casual discussions of new books, movies, and other art by local and international Latinx creators.
Read and discuss as you choose - everything is available in original Spanish or in English translations. Sign up through our calendar.
Next meeting:
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Check out Our Virtual True Crime All the Time Book Club
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True Crime All the Time Book Club meets online via Zoom at 4 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of each month. Sign up for the event through our calendar.
Next meeting:
Book: The Outlaw Ocean: Journeys Across the Last Untamed Frontier by Ian Urbina
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Altadena Library District is taking a programming break during May to prepare for summer programs and reading challenges. Please check our calendar and follow our social channels for news about the exciting upcoming Summer at Altadena 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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