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Molly Mouse Lapsit

11:00am - 11:30am
Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Parents
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Parents
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join us for this fun 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.

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

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

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

Resume Help (Hybrid)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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: Felt Pie Garland

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us for Maker Monday! This Monday, we'll be making felt pie garland.

THIS CRAFT USES HOT GLUE. APPROPRIATE CAUTION IS ADVISED.

Monday Matinee: Once Upon A River

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

After Native American teenager Margo Crane endures a series of traumas and tragedies, she sets out on an odyssey on the Stark River in search of her estranged mother.  On the water, Margo encounters friends, foes, wonders, and dangers; n

Lego Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Elementary School
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Games, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come and build your amazing creations with a group of like-minded children and tweens. Get inspired using Lego pieces from our extensive collection. 

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 

Pilates

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Tech Guy Talks: Big Data

8:00pm - 8:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology, Community Help
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Long Beach Library's Tech Guy for this informative presentation.

Low-Impact Cardio (Hybrid)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Lori is live in the Auditorium!

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

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

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 :)

Messy Art for Tots - Foil Prints

12:00pm - 12:45pm
Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya for Messy Art for Tots!

We'll be using foil, markers, paper and water to make art prints. So remember to dress for a mess!

Thanksgiving Storycrafter

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Preschool
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storycrafter
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join Miss Jennifer for a special Thanksgiving Story Time with a Turkey Crown Craft

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

Food Allergies

Long Beach Public Library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Albums & Asanas: Talking Heads, Burning Down the Sage

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Albums & Asanas: Talking Heads, Burning Down the Sage.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club: "Slaughterhouse-Five" by Kurt Vonnegut (Off Site)

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Off Site
Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join staff members Jake and Shauna for a discussion of Slaugherhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut. 

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
Open
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 9:30-12:30pm. 

Zumba

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

Registration required.

Play Dough Time

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Come hang out while squishing, smooshing, rolling and flattening homemade play dough! When a child uses play dough, they build strength in their hands and increase fine motor skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

Canasta Club!

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
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.

Mah-Jongg Club!

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium (front half)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
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.

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
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

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

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

Chair Yoga (West End)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
West End Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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)

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.

Tween Thankful Thought Jars

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

This is the season for being thankful and grateful! Celebrate all the blessings in your life by making a gratitude jar, filled up with different reasons to feel thankful this holiday season. 

Library Closes at 6pm

6:00pm - 11:45pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Point Lookout Branch, West End Branch, Zoom (Adult), Zoom (Youth), Off Site
Description:

Long Beach Public Library closes at 6 PM in advance of the Thanksgiving holiday. 

Library Closed-Thanksgiving

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Point Lookout Branch, West End Branch, Zoom (Adult), Zoom (Youth), Off Site

Chair Yoga (Hybrid)

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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)

LBPL card required

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

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 :)