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Fun For All! Bob Ross Paint-A-Long

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 74
Event Details:
Fun For All programs are designed as fun and engaging programs for families and friends of all ages! Join us to immerse yourself in the Joy of Painting as only Bob Ross could! We will be set up with easels, palettes and brushes as we follow alon...

Molly Mouse Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Parents
Program Type: Music & Entertainment, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Join us for this fun IN PERSON family lapsit program featuring the Molly Mouse puppet, music, movement and books for children ages 5 months to 3 years.  YOU MUST SIGN UP FOR EACH WEEK'S CLASS INDIVIDUALLY. YOU MUST ATTEND THE ONE CLASS YO...

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

A Long Beach Public Library card is required to register for this event. 

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Exercise

As a participant in any exercise class offered by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify the Library and the instructor from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which may arise, for any reason whatsoever, as a consequence of any claim made in connection with the negligence or improper conduct of the Program Presenter or its agents or employees.

Gentle Yoga (Hybrid)

10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
Build strength and flexibility along with a calmer mind in this gentle yoga class featuring certified RYT instructor Beverlee Bertinetti. Using a combination of seated and standing positions, you’ll learn balance, breathing, and focus like never befo...

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

A Long Beach Public Library card is required to register for this event. 

No library card waitlist

Registration for this program opens first to Long Beach Public Library cardholders. If you do not have an LBPL card, you can still register and be put on a "pending waitlist". If there are seats available 72 hours before the program, you will receive an email notifying you that your registration is confirmed. So please make sure you enter your email address :)

Molly Mouse Lapsit

10:15am - 10:45am
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Parents
Program Type: Music & Entertainment, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Join us for this fun IN PERSON family lapsit program featuring the Molly Mouse puppet, music, movement and books for children ages 5 months to 3 years.  YOU MUST SIGN UP FOR EACH WEEK'S CLASS INDIVIDUALLY. YOU MUST ATTEND THE ONE CLASS YO...

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

A Long Beach Public Library card is required to register for this event. 

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Exercise

As a participant in any exercise class offered by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify the Library and the instructor from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which may arise, for any reason whatsoever, as a consequence of any claim made in connection with the negligence or improper conduct of the Program Presenter or its agents or employees.

Molly Mouse Lapsit

11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Parents
Program Type: Music & Entertainment, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Join us for this fun IN PERSON family lapsit program featuring the Molly Mouse puppet, music, movement and books for children ages 5 months to 3 years.  YOU MUST SIGN UP FOR EACH WEEK'S CLASS INDIVIDUALLY. YOU MUST ATTEND THE ONE CLASS YO...

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

A Long Beach Public Library card is required to register for this event. 

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Exercise

As a participant in any exercise class offered by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify the Library and the instructor from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which may arise, for any reason whatsoever, as a consequence of any claim made in connection with the negligence or improper conduct of the Program Presenter or its agents or employees.

Resume Help (Hybrid)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Adult Reference Desk
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Looking for a job and need some help with your resume? Book a 30-minute appointment with Lenora, a LBPL reference librarian with training on job search help and resume assistance. Reservations must be made a week in advance, and you need to select a ...

Great Books Discussion Group

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Discussions
Event Details:
The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Below is the list of upcoming meeting dates as well as the titles up for discussion. Physical copies will be available at the front d...

Disclaimer(s)

Outside organization event

This is a meeting or program held by an outside organization and in no way constitutes Library endorsement.

Monday Matinee: Mommie Dearest

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:
No wire hangers ever!  Just in time for Mother's Day, Faye Dunaway dominates in this cult classic about the relationship between Joan Crawford and her adopted daughter. Biography, 1981, R, 2hr 9min *Movies may be subject to change. Please ...

Meet The Artist Storycrafter: Augusta Savage

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Storycrafter
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Join Miss Eileen and Miss Tanya for Meet The Artist Storycrafters! We will be reading a book about American artist Augusta Savage and make a craft in the style of her art. Who Was She? Augusta Savage (February 29, 1892 – March 26, 1962) was an ...

Drop In Community Service

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Need community service hours, but can't make a long term commitment? Stop by the Teen Space on Mondays from 5:00pm-6:00pm for an hour of opportunities! Help the Long Beach Librarians and give back to your community.  Please be advised this...

Lego Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Games, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
For Children in Grades 1 thru 7th grade Come and build your amazing creations with a group of like minded children and tweens. Each builder gets a shoe box of Legos to build with. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Pilates

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Increase strength, flexibility, and balance through an engaging Pilates class taught by Pat Cappetto. Pilates integrates breath and movement with proper body mechanics to increase greater physical and mental awareness of how the body moves and feels....

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

Registration for this program opens first to Long Beach Public Library cardholders. If you do not have an LBPL card, you can still register and be put on a "pending waitlist". If there are seats available 72 hours before the program, you will receive an email notifying you that your registration is confirmed. So please make sure you enter your email address :)

Exercise

As a participant in any exercise class offered by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify the Library and the instructor from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which may arise, for any reason whatsoever, as a consequence of any claim made in connection with the negligence or improper conduct of the Program Presenter or its agents or employees.

Low-Impact Cardio (Hybrid)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
Lori is live in the Auditorium! If you've been sedentary all day, get your blood flowing with Lori Rozell, a certified group fitness instructor. Beginners are welcome in this low-impact cardio class which includes ab strengthening. Class st...

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

A Long Beach Public Library card is required to register for this event. 

No library card waitlist

Registration for this program opens first to Long Beach Public Library cardholders. If you do not have an LBPL card, you can still register and be put on a "pending waitlist". If there are seats available 72 hours before the program, you will receive an email notifying you that your registration is confirmed. So please make sure you enter your email address :)

Mother's Day Ceramic Flower Dish Craft

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
It's almost Mother's Day! Come to the library and decorate a lovely little flower shaped trinket dish for Mom, Grandma or someone special!  Please register EACH CHILD individually to ensure your supplies are available. Thanks! Aprons will ...

Teen Tuesdays: Spring Pom Pom Petal Bouquet

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Create a whimsical spring branch bouquet bursting with colorful pom-pom blooms! Supplies and Snacks included!  ...

West End Arts Visual Artists Guild Meeting

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussions
Event Details:
All are welcome to attend the meeting of the West End Visual Artists Guild which gathers on the first Tuesday of every month at Long Beach Public Library. The meeting is free and open to the public. WEST END ARTS VISUAL ARTIST GUILD, INC...

Disclaimer(s)

Outside organization event

This is a meeting or program held by an outside organization and in no way constitutes Library endorsement.

LB Gardening Club: Seed Swap

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Do you love gardening and want to meet others in your community who love gardening too? Join our LB Gardening Club to discuss all things gardening! Promoting the love of gardening one seed at a time. Bring seeds to swap!  Seed Swap for tho...

Friends of the Library Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Zoom (Adult)
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Zoom (Adult)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
The Friends of the Library will be meeting on Zoom this month! To join on your computer, tablet, or smartphone: click on the JOIN ZOOM EVENT NOW button To join by phone: 1-646-558-8656 Meeting ID: 824 6797 7618 Passcode:...

Hatha Yoga

9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
This beginner friendly hatha yoga class focuses on yoga poses, breathwork, intention setting, and self-care. Hatha yoga focuses on posture and breathing techniques to channel energy. Nicole is a librarian and certified yoga instructor who also teache...

ESL with the Adult Learning Center

9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Join teachers from the Adult Learning Center for this English as a Second Language series.  This beginner/intermediate class meets every Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9-12pm from February 7th through May 30th.  Registration occ...

Play Dough Time

11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Join Miss Eileen for Play Dough Hour to squish, smoosh, roll and flatten homemade play dough! For children twelve (12) months to four (4) years old. PLEASE REGISTER EACH CHILD INDIVIDUALLY TO ENSURE THAT THERE ARE SUPPLIES FOR EVERYONE. THANK Y...

Disclaimer(s)

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Canasta Club!

11:00am - 12:15pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium (back half)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:
Do you play Canasta and want to meet other community members who play? Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00am in the Library Auditorium! Practice your skills and have fun while you do it. Bring your cards and we'll provide the space for open play.  ...

Mah-Jongg Club!

11:00am - 12:15pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium (front half)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:
Do you play Mah Jongg and want to meet other community members who play? Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00am in the Library Auditorium! Practice your skills and have fun while you do it. Bring your own Mah Jongg tiles, and we'll provide the space for op...

Learn to Play Mahjongg

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:
Popular instructor Donna Miller Small will guide you through simple, step-by-step instructions and enjoyable activities. You’ll comfortably learn the basics in four lessons. Please purchase the National Mah Jongg League 2024 card and bring it with yo...