This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Pajama Storytime Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:15pm - 6:45pm Youth Services Program Space at Main Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Get ready for bedtime with Miss Janet! Enjoy a few themed stories and take home an activity to do before bed. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Pajama Storytime 6:15pm–6:45pm Main Library Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Services Program Space Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Get ready for bedtime with Miss Janet! Enjoy a few themed stories and take home an activity to do before bed. Disclaimer(s) Caregivers must stay Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Story Jams! Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:15am - 9:45am Auditorium at Main Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Bring your little one to rock out with Miss Michela and Miss Ali during this playful program featuring live music, stories and movement! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Story Jams! 9:15am–9:45am Main Library Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Bring your little one to rock out with Miss Michela and Miss Ali during this playful program featuring live music, stories and movement! Disclaimer(s) Caregivers must participate This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Winter Snowman Craft Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm 2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School Paint and decorate a wooden snowman and bring home some wintery magic with this craft! For kids ages 3 and up. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Winter Snowman Craft 4:00pm–4:45pm Main Library Full Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: 2nd Floor Program Room Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Paint and decorate a wooden snowman and bring home some wintery magic with this craft! For kids ages 3 and up. Disclaimer(s) Caregivers must stay Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program.
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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Parents" group Bingo at West (West End) Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm West End Meeting Space at West End Branch Program Type: Games Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents Engage in family fun by playing bingo!Prizes will be provided!Please register for the event so that we can adequately plan. Open Register Now Registration Required 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group This event is in the "Parents" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Bingo at West (West End) 7:00pm–8:00pm West End Branch Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: West End Branch Room: West End Meeting Space Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents Program Type: Games Registration Required Event Details: Engage in family fun by playing bingo!Prizes will be provided!Please register for the event so that we can adequately plan.
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, January 16, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:30am Auditorium at Main Library Program Type: Education & Lifelong Learning, Storytime 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. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required 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 Jan 16 2026 Fri Preschool Readiness 10:45am–11:30am Main Library Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool, Parents Program Type: Education & Lifelong Learning, Storytime 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 "Kids" group Drawing Club Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm 2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Kids Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Drawing Club 4:00pm–4:45pm Main Library Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: 2nd Floor Program Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Messy Art For Tots - Painting With Cars Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am 2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Kids, Toddlers Join Miss Tanya for Messy Art for Tots!We will be using toy cars, paint and canvas to create beautiful pieces of art. Remember to dress for a mess! Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Messy Art For Tots - Painting With Cars 9:30am–10:00am Main Library Full Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: 2nd Floor Program Room Age Group: Kids, Toddlers Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join Miss Tanya for Messy Art for Tots!We will be using toy cars, paint and canvas to create beautiful pieces of art. Remember to dress for a mess!
This event is in the "Kids" group Zipper Pouch Craft Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Youth Services Program Space at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Kids Design a zipper pouch using stencils, rhinestones, ribbons and more. Use it to stash school supplies, make-up or your favorite treasures. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Zipper Pouch Craft 3:30pm–4:30pm Main Library Full Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Services Program Space Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Design a zipper pouch using stencils, rhinestones, ribbons and more. Use it to stash school supplies, make-up or your favorite treasures.
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 Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm 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 Register Now Registration Required 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 Jan 18 2026 Sun String Instrument Tuning Hours 2:00pm–4:00pm Main Library Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Lego Club Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library Program Type: Play Time, Games Age Group: Kids, Elementary School Come by and enjoy free-play time with our massive Lego collection!Grades K - 6th. Closed View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Lego Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Main Library Closed Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: 2nd Floor Program Room Age Group: Kids, Elementary School Program Type: Play Time, Games Registration Required 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group After-School Homework Help Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Teen Area at Main Library Program Type: Education & Lifelong Learning, Community Help Age Group: Kids Having trouble with your homework? Join us on Tuesdays and get help with your homework from our high school volunteers! View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 20 2026 Tue After-School Homework Help 5:30pm–6:30pm Main Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Area Age Group: Kids Program Type: Education & Lifelong Learning, Community Help Event Details: Having trouble with your homework? Join us on Tuesdays and get help with your homework from our high school volunteers! Disclaimer(s) Caregivers must stay Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program.
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 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm 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 Register Now Registration Required 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue String Instrument Tuning Hours 6:00pm–8:00pm Main Library Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Play Dough Time Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am 2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Play Dough Time 11:00am–11:45am Main Library Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: 2nd Floor Program Room Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Messy Art - Fly Swatter Painting Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm 2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Kids, Elementary School Join Miss Tanya for Messy Art!We will be using fly swatters, paint and canvas to make unique pieces of art. So remember to dress for a mess! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Messy Art - Fly Swatter Painting 5:00pm–6:00pm Main Library Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: 2nd Floor Program Room Age Group: Kids, Elementary School Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join Miss Tanya for Messy Art!We will be using fly swatters, paint and canvas to make unique pieces of art. So remember to dress for a mess!
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 Chess Club Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm 2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required 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 Jan 22 2026 Thu Chess Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Main Library Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: 2nd Floor Program Room Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens Program Type: Games Registration Required 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.
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, January 23, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:30am Auditorium at Main Library Program Type: Education & Lifelong Learning, Storytime 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required 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 Jan 23 2026 Fri Preschool Readiness 10:45am–11:30am Main Library Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool, Parents Program Type: Education & Lifelong Learning, Storytime 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Parents" group Baby Music With Love Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am 2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library Program Type: Music & Entertainment Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Parents Come join for a highly social and interactive baby music class that introduces rhythm, tone, melody, and movement. Kids and parents will sing, dance, explore instruments, and learn from one another as they fall in love with music. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Parents" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Baby Music With Love 10:00am–10:45am Main Library Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: 2nd Floor Program Room Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Parents Program Type: Music & Entertainment Registration Required Event Details: Come join for a highly social and interactive baby music class that introduces rhythm, tone, melody, and movement. Kids and parents will sing, dance, explore instruments, and learn from one another as they fall in love with music. 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 "Elementary School" group Lego Club Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library Program Type: Play Time, Games Age Group: Kids, Elementary School Come by and enjoy free-play time with our massive Lego collection!Grades K - 6th. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Elementary School" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Lego Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Main Library Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: 2nd Floor Program Room Age Group: Kids, Elementary School Program Type: Play Time, Games Registration Required 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group After-School Homework Help Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Teen Area at Main Library Program Type: Education & Lifelong Learning, Community Help Age Group: Kids Having trouble with your homework? Join us on Tuesdays and get help with your homework from our high school volunteers! View Details This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 27 2026 Tue After-School Homework Help 5:30pm–6:30pm Main Library Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Area Age Group: Kids Program Type: Education & Lifelong Learning, Community Help Event Details: Having trouble with your homework? Join us on Tuesdays and get help with your homework from our high school volunteers! Disclaimer(s) Caregivers must stay Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program.
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 Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required 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 Jan 27 2026 Tue String Instrument Tuning Hours 6:00pm–8:00pm Main Library Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Kids" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Play Dough Time Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am 2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Play Dough Time 11:00am–11:45am Main Library Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: 2nd Floor Program Room Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Pajama Storytime Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:15pm - 6:45pm Youth Services Program Space at Main Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Get ready for bedtime with Miss Janet! Enjoy a few themed stories and take home an activity to do before bed. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Pajama Storytime 6:15pm–6:45pm Main Library Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Services Program Space Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Get ready for bedtime with Miss Janet! Enjoy a few themed stories and take home an activity to do before bed. Disclaimer(s) Caregivers must stay Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Story Jams! Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 9:15am - 9:45am Auditorium at Main Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Bring your little one to rock out with Miss Michela and Miss Ali during this playful program featuring live music, stories and movement! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Story Jams! 9:15am–9:45am Main Library Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Bring your little one to rock out with Miss Michela and Miss Ali during this playful program featuring live music, stories and movement! Disclaimer(s) 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, January 30, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:30am Auditorium at Main Library Program Type: Education & Lifelong Learning, Storytime 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required 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 Jan 30 2026 Fri Preschool Readiness 10:45am–11:30am Main Library Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Main Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool, Parents Program Type: Education & Lifelong Learning, Storytime 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.