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Drawing

Drawing Club

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Services Program Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class.Those who register to join in person will be given their very our pencil case with colored pencils, a pencil,...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class.

Retro Gaming Club

Retro Gamers Club

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Event Details:

Do you miss playing retro video games with friends?  Want to introduce your kids to classics like The Legend of Zelda and Street Fighter?   Assert your retro game dominan...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Do you miss playing retro video games with friends?  Want to introduce your kids to classics like The Legend of Zelda and Street Fighter?   Assert your retro game dominance at this all ages gaming club!

Disclaimer(s)

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.
Game Night at West

Game Night at West (West End)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
West End Meeting Space at West End Branch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Event Details:

Come play board games or cards at West!We have several games including Monopoly, Scrabble, Pictionary, Backgammon, and Connect 4.

Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come play board games or cards at West!

We have several games including Monopoly, Scrabble, Pictionary, Backgammon, and Connect 4.

Chess Club

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Love chess? Want to learn how to play?  Come join our Chess Club for children in the 2nd grade and above.  Play against each other and instructor Chess Master Joel Salman...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Love chess? Want to learn how to play?  Come join our Chess Club for children in the 2nd grade and above.  Play against each other and instructor Chess Master Joel Salman.

nest

Bird Nests Kid's Craft

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Services Program Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary School
Event Details:

Spring has Sprung! Join us to craft a sweet little bird's nest with a few resting eggs inside to celebrate new life!

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Spring has Sprung! Join us to craft a sweet little bird's nest with a few resting eggs inside to celebrate new life!

Pokémon Trading Card Club

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Meet other kid Pokémon card collectors and trade cards.  Trading rules• The Library is not responsible for trades made during this program • Leave cards you don’t wa...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Meet other kid Pokémon card collectors and trade cards. 

 Trading rules

• The Library is not responsible for trades made during this program 

• Leave cards you don’t want to trade at home 

Public Speaking for Kids

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Youth Services Program Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School
Event Details:

It's never too early to learn the art of public speaking!Join Elizabeth and Ariana of our LBPL Teen Ambassadors Program in this beginner's class and learn a new skill that will boo...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

It's never too early to learn the art of public speaking!

Join Elizabeth and Ariana of our LBPL Teen Ambassadors Program in this beginner's class and learn a new skill that will boost confidence when speaking in public.

Book Buddies

Book Buddies

Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Picture Book Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Join LBHS students for a fun-filled book buddies session! Children will be paired up with a teen volunteer to read books together. Practice reading skills with an older student and...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Picture Book Area
Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join LBHS students for a fun-filled book buddies session! Children will be paired up with a teen volunteer to read books together. Practice reading skills with an older student and enjoy a good story.

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. 

Drawing

Drawing Club

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Services Program Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class.Those who register to join in person will be given their very our pencil case with colored pencils, a pencil,...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class.

Pokémon Trading Card Club

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Meet other kid Pokémon card collectors and trade cards.Trading rules• The Library is not responsible for trades made during this program• Leave cards you don’t want to trade at hom...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Meet other kid Pokémon card collectors and trade cards.

Trading rules

• The Library is not responsible for trades made during this program

• Leave cards you don’t want to trade at home

earth

Earth Day Kid's Craft

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary School
Event Details:

Earth Rocks! Join us to listen to an awesome story about our Mother Planet and create a glitter mosaic Earth craft to show her some love! 

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Earth Rocks! 

Join us to listen to an awesome story about our Mother Planet and create a glitter mosaic Earth craft to show her some love! 

Lego Club

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School
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. Grades K - 6th.&...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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. 

Grades K - 6th. 

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 
birdhouse

Paint a Bird House Kid's Craft

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary School
Event Details:

Join us to paint and decorate a tweet little house for some feathered friends or just as a fun decoration! 

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us to paint and decorate a tweet little house for some feathered friends or just as a fun decoration! 

Chess Club

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Love chess? Want to learn how to play?  Come join our Chess Club for children in the 2nd grade and above.  Play against each other and instructor Chess Master Joel Salman...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Love chess? Want to learn how to play?  Come join our Chess Club for children in the 2nd grade and above.  Play against each other and instructor Chess Master Joel Salman.

Jr. Gamers

Jr. Gamers

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services Program Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Elementary School
Event Details:

Back by popular demand - LBPL Jr. Gamers!This month, we'll be playing, NBA 2K25! Face off with friends, both old and new.

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Back by popular demand - LBPL Jr. Gamers!

This month, we'll be playing, NBA 2K25! Face off with friends, both old and new.

Lego Club

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services Program Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School
Event Details:

Come by and enjoy free-play time with our massive Lego collection!Grades K - 6th. 

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Come by and enjoy free-play time with our massive Lego collection!

Grades K - 6th. 

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 
Drawing

Drawing Club

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class.Those who register to join in person will be given their very our pencil case with colored pencils, a pencil,...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class.

Chess Club

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Love chess? Want to learn how to play?  Come join our Chess Club for children in the 2nd grade and above.  Play against each other and instructor Chess Master Joel Salman...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Love chess? Want to learn how to play?  Come join our Chess Club for children in the 2nd grade and above.  Play against each other and instructor Chess Master Joel Salman.

Pokémon Trading Card Club

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Meet other kid Pokémon card collectors and trade cards.Trading rules• The Library is not responsible for trades made during this program• Leave cards you don’t want to trade at hom...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Meet other kid Pokémon card collectors and trade cards.

Trading rules

• The Library is not responsible for trades made during this program

• Leave cards you don’t want to trade at home

Lego Club

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School
Event Details:

Come by and enjoy some free-play time with our massive Lego collection!Grades K - 6th.

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Come by and enjoy some free-play time with our massive Lego collection!

Grades K - 6th.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 
Drawing

Drawing Club

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class.Those who register to join in person will be given their very our pencil case with colored pencils, a pencil,...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class.

Chess Club

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Love chess? Want to learn how to play?  Come join our Chess Club for children in the 2nd grade and above.  Play against each other and instructor Chess Master Joel Salman...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Love chess? Want to learn how to play?  Come join our Chess Club for children in the 2nd grade and above.  Play against each other and instructor Chess Master Joel Salman.

Pokémon Trading Card Club

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Meet other kid Pokémon card collectors and trade cards.Trading rules• The Library is not responsible for trades made during this program• Leave cards you don’t want to trade at hom...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Meet other kid Pokémon card collectors and trade cards.

Trading rules

• The Library is not responsible for trades made during this program

• Leave cards you don’t want to trade at home

Lego Club

Monday, May 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School
Event Details:

Come by and enjoy some free-play time with our massive Lego collection!Grades K - 6th.

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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come by and enjoy some free-play time with our massive Lego collection!

Grades K - 6th.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program.