Programming Coming up This Week

Please note that the Library will be closed Thursday in celebration of the Fourth of July

Find the in person programs at our branch as well as a selection of the exciting, virtual programs offered by branches across the city during the remainder of the week below (programs in person at our branch unless otherwise noted). Visit our online calendar for our complete program selection….

Monday
4:00 Keva Plank and Makedo Building Party

Tuesday
10:30 Baby & Toddler Storytime
3:00 Read With a STAR: Jeffrey
6:00 Creative Writing - The Art of Storytelling: Learning Circle 3/6 (in person OR via Zoom: ayosco@lapl.org for link)

Wednesday
10:30 Baby & Toddler Storytime
3:00 STAR Reader: Miss Katherine

Thursday
Library Closed – Fourth of July

Friday
11:30 Chinese for Beginners (email language@lapl.org)

Saturday
2:00 Read With a STAR: Toni
3:00 Meditative Coloring

Catch up with us on various sites...

    LAPL platforms:    
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lapubliclibrary/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/lapubliclibrary/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/losangeleslibrary

    Arroyo Seco Social Media:    
Blog: arroyoseco5.blogspot.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ArroyoSecoLibrary
Instagram: www.instagram.com/arroyosecolapl

LAPL’s Digital Collection: Fruit Crate

 

This time around we’ll turn our attention back to the fruit crate collection. Here we have the label for the Fillmore Citrus Ass’n. This label has a bit of a personal connection for me since my father’s family were fruit growers in Fillmore, indeed I still have relatives growing citrus there.

Find the link to the image here

Meditative Coloring

 

Saturday, July 6 at 3 p.m.

Swing by for an afternoon of old school coloring. Delight in putting your worries aside to make your chosen image as beautiful as possible. Meant for adults but all colorists are welcome.

Arroyo Book Club July Pick

 

July is a non-fiction month for the Arroyo Book Club. It is also month two of the library’s Summer Reading Challenge. The theme of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge is LA Dreaming. In celebration of that theme the book club will read titles set in or about Los Angeles. So… the book we will read and discuss this month is City of Dreams by Jerald Podair. The catalog description of the book says: 

When Walter O'Malley moved his Brooklyn Dodgers to Los Angeles in 1957 with plans to construct a new ballpark next to downtown, he ignited a bitter argument over the future of a rapidly changing city. For the first time, City of Dreams tells the full story of the controversial building of Dodger Stadium-and how it helped create modern Los Angeles

Stop by the branch to pick up a copy to read. You will find them in the usual location, just ask if you don’t know where that is.  If you prefer e-reading the book is available via Hoopla here 

We will meet to discuss the book on Saturday, July 27 at 3 p.m. It will be a hybrid meeting so you have the option of attending in person or via Zoom. If you’d like to join us via Zoom let us know at ayosco@lapl.org so we can get the link to you.

Programming Coming up This Week

Find the in person programs at our branch as well as a selection of the exciting, virtual programs offered by branches across the city during the week below (programs in person at our branch unless otherwise noted). Visit our online calendar for our complete program selection….

Monday
4:00 Magnetic Painting

Tuesday
10:30 Baby & Toddler Storytime
3:00 Read With a STAR: Jeffrey
6:00 Creative Writing - The Art of Storytelling: Learning Circle 2 of 6 (in person OR via Zoom: ayosco@lapl.org for link)

Wednesday
10:30 Baby & Toddler Storytime
3:00 STAR Reader: Miss Katherine
4:00 Candy Labs: Candy Jewelry Making Workshop
6:00 Círculo de Lectores

Thursday
1:00 Q.Me Free Legal Clinic (Register)

Friday
11:30 Chinese for Beginners (email language@lapl.org)

Saturday
10:30 Mini Yogis Presents: Yoga for Kids
2:00 Read With a STAR: Toni
3:00 Chamber Hop From Echo Park: The Brendan Eder Ensemble

Catch up with us on various sites...

    LAPL platforms:    
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lapubliclibrary/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/lapubliclibrary/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/losangeleslibrary

    Arroyo Seco Social Media:    
Blog: arroyoseco5.blogspot.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ArroyoSecoLibrary
Instagram: www.instagram.com/arroyosecolapl

Chamber Hop from Echo Park: The Brendan Eder Ensemble

 

Saturday, June 29 at 3 p.m.

Join us for a musical experience! 

LA native composer and producer Brendan Eder creates a kaleidoscopic musical blend of classical, experimental rock, jazz, electronic, and hip hop. Eder's whimsical, funky, and accessible compositions have the ability to engage anyone's imagination. The music sounds like Burt Bacharach, Miles, James Brown, Martin Denny, and Debussy blended into fresh compositions for winds, electric bass, and drum set. 

Everyone is welcome

Monthly Trivia Question (Answer)….

 

This month we asked what is the most common element on Earth. The answer is oxygen followed by silicon. 

The question, and answer, were found in AccessScience. This is the online version of the standard encyclopedia with updated science and technology news, biographies, learning resources, study guides, and links to related web sites. The particular articles referenced were:

Garrett, Alfred B. “Chemical element.” AccessScience, McGraw Hill, Jan. 2020.

Faure, G., and J. D. MacDougall. “Geochemical distribution of elements.” AccessScience, McGraw Hill, Nov. 2019.

Find AccessScience on the library’s Research & Homework page under “A” and access it with your library card.

Programming Coming up This Week

Please note that the Library will be closed Wednesday in celebration of Juneteenth.

Find the in person programs at our branch as well as a selection of the exciting, virtual programs offered by branches across the city during the remainder of the week below (programs in person at our branch unless otherwise noted). Visit our online calendar for our complete program selection….

Monday
4:00 DIY Bird’s Nest

Tuesday
10:30 Baby & Toddler Storytime
3:00 Read With a STAR: Jeffrey
6:00 Creative Writing - The Art of Storytelling: Learning Circle (in person OR via Zoom: ayosco@lapl.org for link)

Wednesday
Library is closed to celebrate Juneteenth

Thursday
1:00 Q.Me Free Legal Clinic (Register)

Friday
10:00 Yoga & Meditation With Master John (email dmatthews@lapl.org for link)

Saturday
2:00 Read With a STAR: Toni
3:00 Arroyo Book Club (in person OR via Zoom: ayosco@lapl.org for link)

Catch up with us on various sites...

LAPL platforms:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lapubliclibrary/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/lapubliclibrary/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/losangeleslibrary

Arroyo Seco Social Media:
Blog: arroyoseco5.blogspot.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ArroyoSecoLibrary
Instagram: www.instagram.com/arroyosecolapl

LAPL’s Digital Collection: Autographs

 

“There are few intelligent people who have not some interest in distinguished autographs.”

And thus Charles Lummis—traveler, historian, photographer, ethnographer, crusader for civil rights of Native Americans, editor, flamboyant personality and City Librarian from 1905-1910—institutionalized the novelty of autograph collecting, both as interesting artifact and historical record. Lummis had staff mail a blank page with “Los Angeles Public Library Autographs” imprinted at the top and asked notables of the day to “improve the page.” Under Lummis’ tenure nearly 750 autographs were collected. They contain original watercolors, sketches, written music, poems and moving sentiments.

Today we’ll look at the autograph of theologian, editor, author Lyman Abbott. Find the full image here 

Creative Writing - The Art of Storytelling - Learning Circle

 

Tuesdays, June 18 – July 23 at 6 p.m.

Explore aspects of creative writing & develop your storytelling skills in our Learning Circle. We will collectively explore material from the Storytelling portion of the Khan Academy’s Pixar in a Box course, tackling a new facet each week. 

Questions? Need more information? Want to enroll? Email us at: ayosco@lapl.org

You may attend this Learning Circle in-person OR via Zoom

The Summer Reading Challenge

 

This year’s Summer Reading Challenge starts today, June 10, and runs through August 10 with the them L.A. Dreaming. It is for all ages so get everyone in the family enrolled. 

The program works much as the one last summer did.  You may sign yourself up via Beanstack or stop by the library and have us sign you up. Upon enrolling you receive a lovely canvas tote featuring this year’s art work (while supplies last). Challenge finishers will earn a book and depending on their age a sticker page or a journal as well as tickets in the grand prize drawings.  The grand prize is your choice of gift card, year long museum membership, or an Apple i-pad.

Accompanying the challenge are a variety of library programs across all ages. Check out the library’s online calendar for details or keep an eye on our social media outlets.

Last year the Arroyo Seco Branch did very well in terms of overall enrollment. Let’s see if we can repeat that success and add in more completions too! 

Additional information on the library’s web page at lapl.org/summer

Programming Coming up This Week

Find the in person programs at our branch as well as a selection of the exciting, virtual programs offered by branches across the city during the week below (programs in person at our branch unless otherwise noted). Visit our online calendar for our complete program selection….

Monday
12:00 Buying a Home (LAPL YouTube)
4:00 Paper Playgrounds

Tuesday
10:30 Baby & Toddler Storytime
3:00 Read With a STAR: Jeffrey

Wednesday
10:30 Baby & Toddler Storytime
3:00 STAR Reader: Miss Katherine
4:00 Spirit of the Drum With Roberto "Konga Kid" Gutierrez
6:00 Círculo de Lectores

Thursday
1:00 Q.Me Free Legal Clinic (Register)

Friday
10:30 Storytime at the Audubon Center at Debs Park

Saturday
10:00 Walk Highland Park
2:00 Read With a STAR: Toni

Catch up with us on various sites...

LAPL platforms:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lapubliclibrary/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/lapubliclibrary/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/losangeleslibrary

Arroyo Seco Social Media:
Blog: arroyoseco5.blogspot.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ArroyoSecoLibrary
Instagram: www.instagram.com/arroyosecolapl

Highland Park Walks

 

Saturday, June 15 at 10 a.m.

Join us as we explore Highland Park on foot. It’s summer so put your sun block on, bring some water, and be prepared to sweat! We will meet in the library lobby and collectively decide upon a route before setting out. Everyone is welcome so bring the whole family.

Monthly Trivia Question…

 This month let’s ask what is the most common element on Earth?

Summer Reading Programs 2024

The Summer Reading Challenge begins on June 10 and runs through August 10. Swing by the library or sign up via Beanstack and make plans to join us for any or all of the exciting adult programs we have on tap.

Highland Park Walks
Saturday, June 15 at 10 a.m.
Join us for a community walk as we explore our local neighborhood. It’s summer so put your sun block on, bring some water, and be prepared to sweat! 

Everyone is welcome

Creative Writing - The Art of Storytelling - Learning Circle
Tuesdays, June 18 – July 23 at 6 p.m.
Explore aspects of creative writing & develop your storytelling skills in our Learning Circle. We will collectively explore material from the Storytelling portion of the Khan Academy’s Pixar in a Box course, tackling a new facet each week. 
Questions? Need more information? Want to enroll? Email us at: ayosco@lapl.org
You may attend this Learning Circle in-person OR via Zoom

Arroyo Book Club
Saturday, June 22 at 3 p.m.
The Arroyo Book Club meets to discuss a book set in and featuring Los Angeles, specifically, Tortilla Curtain by T. Coraghessan Boyle. Come and share your thoughts.  Meeting is in person OR via Zoom. Email ayosco@lapl.org for link or details

Chamber Hop from Echo Park: The Brendan Eder Ensemble
Saturday, June 29 at 3 p.m.
Join us for a musical experience! LA native composer and producer Brendan Eder creates a kaleidoscopic musical blend of classical, experimental rock, jazz, electronic, and hip hop. Eder's whimsical, funky, and accessible compositions have the ability to engage anyone's imagination. The music sounds like Burt Bacharach, Miles, James Brown, Martin Denny, and Debussy blended into fresh compositions for winds, electric bass, and drum set. 
Everyone is welcome

Meditative Coloring
Saturday, July 6 at 3 p.m.
Swing by for an afternoon of old school coloring. Delight in putting your worries aside to make your chosen image as beautiful as possible. Meant for adults but all colorists are welcome.

Bad Art: A Contest
Saturday, July 13 at 3 p.m.
Contest! Prizes Awarded! Goal: make the ugliest art possible with provided materials. Judging across 3 groups, Under 12s, Teens, Adults.  Get the whole family involved.

Arroyo Book Club
Saturday, July 27 at 3 p.m.
The Arroyo Book Club meets to discuss a book that about the intersection of sport & the development of Los Angeles, specifically City of Dreams by Jerald E. Podair. Come and share your thoughts.

Highland Park Walks
Wednesday, July 31 at 6 p.m.
Join us for a community walk as we explore our local neighborhood. It’s summer so put your sun block on, bring some water, and be prepared to sweat! 
Everyone is welcome

Programming Coming up This Week

Find the in person programs at our branch as well as a selection of the exciting, virtual programs offered by branches across the city during the week below (programs in person at our branch unless otherwise noted). Visit our online calendar for our complete program selection….

Sunday
3:00 Game Day: Scrabble

Monday
11:00 Virtual Toddler Storytime (Register)
12:00 Homeowners Know Your Rights (LAPL YouTube)

Tuesday
12:00 Derechos del propietario de Vivienda (LAPL YouTube)
3:00 Read With a STAR: Jeffrey

Wednesday
10:30 Baby & Toddler Storytime
3:00 STAR Reader: Miss Katherine

Thursday
1:00 Q.Me Free Legal Clinic (Register)

Friday
10:00 Yoga & Meditation With Master John (email dmatthews@lapl.org for link)

Saturday
10:30 Robot Building and Other Animatronics
2:00 Read With a STAR: Toni

Catch up with us on various sites...

LAPL platforms:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lapubliclibrary/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/lapubliclibrary/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/losangeleslibrary

Arroyo Seco Social Media:
Blog: arroyoseco5.blogspot.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ArroyoSecoLibrary
Instagram: www.instagram.com/arroyosecolapl