Upcoming Events

Accessible Yoga for Every Body (Hybrid)

10:00am–11:00am

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 2nd Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Exercise

Registration Required

Event Details:

Build strength and flexibility along with a calmer mind in this accessible yoga for every body with Miriam Abrahams. Using a combination of seated and standing positions, you’ll learn balance, breathing, and focus.

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Writers' Circle (Zoom)

11:00am–1:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Zoom (Adult)

Virtual Event

Library Branch: Zoom (Adult)

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Discussions

Event Details:

If you're a writer and want to join other local writers serious about the craft, then come join our Writers' Circle on Monday from 11am to 1pm!

Resume Help (Hybrid)

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Cancelled

Closed

Registration Required

Cancelled

Closed

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 1st Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Jobs & Careers

Registration Required

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.

Maker Monday: Drift Wood Keychains

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adults

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 2nd Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for Maker Monday! This Monday, we'll be making drift wood keychains.

Monday Matinee: Road Dance

2:00pm–4:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Movies, Summer Reading

Event Details:

This week we COLOR OUR WORLD WITH HISTORY! In a small Scottish village at the dawn of World War I, Kirsty (Hermione Corfield) yearns for adventure and another life across the ocean.

Pilates

6:00pm–7:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Exercise

Registration Required

Event Details:

Increase strength, flexibility, and balance through an engaging Pilates class taught by Pat Cappeto.

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Exercise

Registration Required

Event Details:

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 start time is 11:05.

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Empire Defensive Driving

6:00pm–9:00pm

Adults

Main Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 2nd Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

Event Details:

Empire Safety Council is offering a 2-day, 6-hour defensive driving course in person at Long Beach Public Library on Tuesday, 7/22 from 6-9pm and

Long Beach Roots: Newspaper Discovery

7:00pm–8:00pm

Adults

Main Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Summer Reading

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join library staff for an introduction to searching Long Beach history using the New York State historic newspapers website.

Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club: "The Three-Body Problem" by Liu Cixin

7:30pm–8:30pm

Teens, Adults, Seniors

Off Site

Upcoming

Registration Required

Offsite Event

Upcoming

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join staff member Jake for a discussion of The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin.

Disclaimer(s)

Off-Site

As a participant in an off-site event held by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify, release and hold harmless the Long Beach Public Library, all of the elected and appointed officers, directors, employees, volunteers, and/or agents, from and against any and all liability, loss, damages, claims, or actions (including costs and attorney fees) for any harm, bodily injury including economic, physical, or mental, including death, or property damage incurred by me, to the fullest extent permissible by law, arising out of my participation in an event that is held off Library property.

ESL with the Adult Learning Center

9:15am–12:15pm

Adults

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 1st Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

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 morning.

Zumba

9:30am–10:30am

Adults

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Exercise

Registration Required

Event Details:

Dance your way to fitness with instructor Barbara Prince in this high energy exercise class.

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Resume Help (Hybrid)

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 1st Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Jobs & Careers

Registration Required

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.

Ask the Tech Guy

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 2nd Floor Lobby

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Technology, Community Help

Event Details:

Do you have questions about your computer or laptop? Want to learn more about Zoom, streaming movies, or downloading ebooks to your device?

Meditation (Hybrid)

2:15pm–3:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 2nd Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

Meditation session with Lisa Wisel, MS, BC-DMT, LCAT

Meditation will:
- EASE your mind
- SOOTHE your emotions HEAL your body

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Chair Yoga (West End)

3:00pm–4:00pm

Adults, Seniors

West End Branch

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: West End Branch

Room: West End Meeting Space

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Exercise

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us at the West End Branch of the Long Beach Library for this beginner-friendly Chair Yoga class. With gentle instruction by Librarian Nicole, together we will build strength, flexibility and mental well-being.

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Author Talk with Rex Ogle (Zoom)

4:00pm–4:45pm

Elementary School, Adults

Zoom (Adult)

Virtual Event

Library Branch: Zoom (Adult)

Age Group: Elementary School, Adults

Program Type: Author Talk

Event Details:

You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book Free Lunch.

ESL with the Adult Learning Center

9:15am–12:15pm

Adults

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 1st Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

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 morning.

Chair Yoga (Hybrid)

9:15am–10:15am

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Exercise

Registration Required

Event Details:

This popular Chair Yoga class focuses on a full-body practice and will help strengthen your nervous system and reduce stress and stiffness. Kathleen Regan has been teaching yoga since 1993, and she has been practicing for even longe

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Yoga for Health & Peace (Hybrid)

9:30am–10:30am

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Exercise

Registration Required

Event Details:

This Hatha yoga class is designed to strengthen and lengthen your muscles and free your mind. Instructor Stephanie Durso will guide you into each pose and provide alignment cues for holding the pose and breathing deeply.

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Crochet Club

10:30am–12:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 1st Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Calling all crocheters and knitters! 🧶✨

Writing Free Verse Poetry

2:00pm–4:00pm

Adults

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 2nd Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lifelong Learning

Registration Required

Event Details:

Express yourself and indulge your creative side! Join Poet Laureate Emeritus, Paula Curci for this interactive writing program on writing free verse poetry.

Accessible Yoga for Every Body (Hybrid)

10:00am–11:00am

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 2nd Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Exercise

Registration Required

Event Details:

Build strength and flexibility along with a calmer mind in this accessible yoga for every body with Miriam Abrahams. Using a combination of seated and standing positions, you’ll learn balance, breathing, and focus.

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Resume Help (Hybrid)

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Main Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: 1st Floor Program Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Jobs & Careers

Registration Required

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.

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