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Long Beach Soup Kitchen Juice Box Drive

12/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/21/2025 @ 5:00pm
Circulation Desk at Main Library
Program Type:
Community Help
Age Group:
Adults

Kick off Giving Tuesday and donate to the Long Beach Soup Kitchen's 3rd Annual Juice Box Drive! With demand now exceeding hundreds of meals weekly, the pantry is asking for your help to replenish supplies of juice boxes.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Circulation Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Help
Event Details:

Kick off Giving Tuesday and donate to the Long Beach Soup Kitchen's 3rd Annual Juice Box Drive! With demand now exceeding hundreds of meals weekly, the pantry is asking for your help to replenish supplies of juice boxes.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Chair Yoga (Hybrid)

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:15am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Please note Randy Kinsley will be the instructor this week.

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

Please note Randy Kinsley will be the instructor this week.

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.
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Parents" group

Baby Sign Language

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies, Parents

Your baby has A LOT to say! Toddlers too!

With just a few easy-to-learn American Sign Language signs, start communicating with your preverbal baby or toddler today!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Parents
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your baby has A LOT to say! Toddlers too!

With just a few easy-to-learn American Sign Language signs, start communicating with your preverbal baby or toddler today!

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Parents" group

Preschool Readiness

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers, Preschool, Parents

Stories, games, and other activities help kids develop their fine and gross motor skills. They also learn social skills and preschool readiness skills including sharing, listening, focusing, and participating.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool, Parents
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stories, games, and other activities help kids develop their fine and gross motor skills. They also learn social skills and preschool readiness skills including sharing, listening, focusing, and participating.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Study Session with the Adult Learning Center

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
1st Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

Open
Registration Required
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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Film Friday: Freakier Friday

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults

22 years after Tess (Jamie Lee Curtis) and Anna (Lindsay Lohan) endured an identity crisis, Anna now has a daughter and a soon-to-be stepdaughter.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

22 years after Tess (Jamie Lee Curtis) and Anna (Lindsay Lohan) endured an identity crisis, Anna now has a daughter and a soon-to-be stepdaughter.

This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Jr. Gamers

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services Program Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Elementary School

Back by popular demand - LBPL Jr. Gamers!

On Friday the 5th, we'll have two options! On one TV, we will be playing Sonic Superstars on PS5, and on another TV, we will be playing Mario Kart on Nintendo Switch. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Back by popular demand - LBPL Jr. Gamers!

On Friday the 5th, we'll have two options! On one TV, we will be playing Sonic Superstars on PS5, and on another TV, we will be playing Mario Kart on Nintendo Switch. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Parents" group

String Instrument Tuning Hours

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 9:15am - 12:00pm
Youth Reference Desk at Main Library
Program Type:
Community Help
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Parents

Bring your child's string instrument to the Youth Services department to have resident librarian/violist Michela tune your instrument and answer any questions you may have about string instrument care.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Reference Desk
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Parents
Program Type: Community Help
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your child's string instrument to the Youth Services department to have resident librarian/violist Michela tune your instrument and answer any questions you may have about string instrument care.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Yoga for Health & Peace (Hybrid)

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Waitlist
Registration Required
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Crochet, Knit & More Club

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
1st Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Calling all crocheters and knitters! 🧶✨

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all crocheters and knitters! 🧶✨

This event is in the "Kids" group

K-Pop Demon Hunter Fan Party

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Calling all K-Pop Demon Hunters Fans!  Join us for an afternoon of K-Pop inspired crafts, music, and treats!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all K-Pop Demon Hunters Fans!  Join us for an afternoon of K-Pop inspired crafts, music, and treats!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Let's Create Artists' Circle

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

In this workshop participants will explore various creative tools and techniques, including upcycling of materials, collaging, stenciling, painting, fabric manipulation and more.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this workshop participants will explore various creative tools and techniques, including upcycling of materials, collaging, stenciling, painting, fabric manipulation and more.

This event is in the "Adults" group

MOVIES & SING ALONG AT WEST: A Christmas Gift From Bob (West End)

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
West End Meeting Space at West End Branch
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults

James Bowen, a struggling street musician, finds himself the target of an animal welfare investigation that threatens to take away his beloved cat, Bob, at Christmas.

Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

James Bowen, a struggling street musician, finds himself the target of an animal welfare investigation that threatens to take away his beloved cat, Bob, at Christmas.

Individual Study Room

Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Individual Study Room at Main Library
Purpose of Meeting:

study

Main Library
This is a meeting or program held by an outside organization and in no way constitutes Library endorsement
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Individual Study Room
Purpose of Meeting

study

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Craft: Ugly Sweatshirts!

Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Bring your own sweatshirt and join in the holiday fun as we craft an Ugly Sweatshirt especially for the holidays, so fabulously tacky it could win a trophy.

Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Bring your own sweatshirt and join in the holiday fun as we craft an Ugly Sweatshirt especially for the holidays, so fabulously tacky it could win a trophy.

Disclaimer(s)

Supplies fee

There is a supplies fee for this program. To receive a refund if you are unable to attend, you must cancel your registration at least 4 hours before the program starts. Refunds are not automatic and must be requested by emailing director@longbeachlibrary.org.

This event is in the "Kids" group

All About Hanukkah! Family Storytime & Crafts

Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for one exciting hour of Hanukkah fun! Enjoy storytime, songs, chocolate gelt, and crafts — and best of all, decorate your very own wooden dreidel!
Fun for the whole family!

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for one exciting hour of Hanukkah fun! Enjoy storytime, songs, chocolate gelt, and crafts — and best of all, decorate your very own wooden dreidel!
Fun for the whole family!

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Molly Mouse @ 9:30am

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers

Join us for this fun family lapsit program featuring the Molly Mouse puppet, music, movement, and books.

 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this fun family lapsit program featuring the Molly Mouse puppet, music, movement, and books.

 

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

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

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Accessible Yoga for Every Body (Hybrid)

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Open
Registration Required
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.
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Parents" group

Molly Mouse @ 10:15am

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Parents

Join us for this fun family lapsit program featuring the Molly Mouse puppet, music, movement, and books.

 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Parents
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this fun family lapsit program featuring the Molly Mouse puppet, music, movement, and books.

 

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

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

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Parents" group

Molly Mouse @ 11:00am

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Parents

Join us for this fun family lapsit program featuring the Molly Mouse puppet, music, movement, and books.

 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Parents
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this fun family lapsit program featuring the Molly Mouse puppet, music, movement, and books.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Resume Help (Hybrid)

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Local History Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Local History Area
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writers' Support Group

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
1st Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all writers! Join this group and build your writing skills. Here is an opportunity to connect with your inner-voice and express yourself in writing.  Write to prompts and share personal projects.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all writers! Join this group and build your writing skills. Here is an opportunity to connect with your inner-voice and express yourself in writing.  Write to prompts and share personal projects.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Great Books Discussion Group

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

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. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Monday Matinee: Spinal Tap II: The End Continues

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

After 15 years, the heavy metal band Spinal Tap is reuniting for one final show. The band’s members Nigel Tufnel, David St. Hubbins, and Derek Small return to the stage, followed by their documentary filmmaker Marty DiBergi.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

After 15 years, the heavy metal band Spinal Tap is reuniting for one final show. The band’s members Nigel Tufnel, David St. Hubbins, and Derek Small return to the stage, followed by their documentary filmmaker Marty DiBergi.