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West End Neighbors' Meeting (West End)

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6:45pm - 8:00pm
West End Meeting Space at West End Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This is not a library sponsored event. PURPOSE OF MEETING Monthly Meeting

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

This is not a library sponsored event.

PURPOSE OF MEETING

Monthly Meeting

Documentary Screening - Harvey Weisenberg: The Voice for the Voiceless

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Local History, Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Please join Harvey Weisenberg and the Saint James of Jerusalem Episcopal Church for a special screening of Harvey's documentary, The Voice for the Voiceless. Refreshments will b...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local History, Movies
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 175
Event Details:

Please join Harvey Weisenberg and the Saint James of Jerusalem Episcopal Church for a special screening of Harvey's documentary, The Voice for the Voiceless.

Refreshments will be served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Outside organization event

This is a meeting or program held by an outside organization and in no way constitutes Library endorsement.

ESL with the Adult Learning Center

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
1st Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults
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 fro...

Cancelled
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
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 9-12pm from February 7th through May 30th. 

Rise & Shine

Rise and Shine Storytime!

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 9:15am - 9:45am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Get ready for the day with Miss Sarah & Miss Eileen at Rise and Shine Storytime! Come on down to the Funny Friends Farm and join us and our puppet friends Moolia & Rocky...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Get ready for the day with Miss Sarah & Miss Eileen at Rise and Shine Storytime!

Disclaimer(s)

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Play Hooray

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Games, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschool, Parents
Event Details:

Your 2 to 5 year old will have lots of fun in this music & movement program using puppets, instruments, finger play and dancing to encourage socialization and healthy expelling...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschool, Parents
Program Type: Games, Storytime
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Your 2 to 5 year old will have lots of fun in this music & movement program using puppets, instruments, finger play and dancing to encourage socialization and healthy expelling of energy.

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

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

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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.
Drawing of a baby with text "tummy time"

Tummy Time

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive class as we discuss "Tummy Time" strategies and learn parenting tips about infant development. Please bring a towel or yoga mat for baby.

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Other
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive class as we discuss "Tummy Time" strategies and learn parenting tips about infant development. Please bring a towel or yoga mat for baby.

Disclaimer(s)

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Botanical Drawing for Beginners

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:45pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Botanical drawing for beginners using live plant and flower specimens. There is $5 per class fee for the botanical specimens. Please note this program is presented as a 4-part seri...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Botanical drawing for beginners using live plant and flower specimens. There is $5 per class fee for the botanical specimens. Please note this program is presented as a 4-part series.

Straw

Messy Art For Tots - Straw Painting

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya for Messy Art for Tots! We'll be using straws and liquid watercolors to make our own unique splat art. So remember to dress for a mess! SPACE IS LIMITED. IN O...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya for Messy Art for Tots!

We'll be using straws and liquid watercolors to make our own unique splat art. So remember to dress for a mess!

Baby and Me (Point Lookout)

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Point Lookout Meeting Space at Point Lookout Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies
Event Details:

Join us at the Point Lookout Branch for a silly story time and movement class. Designed for children 4-24 months of age and their caregivers.

Open
Encouraged
Library Branch: Point Lookout Branch
Room: Point Lookout Meeting Space
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us at the Point Lookout Branch for a silly story time and movement class. Designed for children 4-24 months of age and their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Tweens

Tween Meetup

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Calling all tweens ages 9-12! Looking for a place to hang after school? We've got the snacks, activities, and space for you! Swing by the YS Teen Space every Thursday from 3:30-4:3...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Calling all tweens ages 9-12! Looking for a place to hang after school? We've got the snacks, activities, and space for you! Swing by the YS Teen Space every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm. 

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.

Cosplay Karaoke

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Bring your singing voice and your cutest costumes to our first karaoke theme night!  Show off your skills and celebrate your favorite characters. Registration is encourage ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Bring your singing voice and your cutest costumes to our first karaoke theme night!  Show off your skills and celebrate your favorite characters.

Registration is encourage but walk-ins are welcome. 

Chess Club

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Love chess or 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 Salm...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Games
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Love chess or 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.

Vinyl Collectors Club

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
West End Meeting Space at West End Branch
Program Type:
Discussions, Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Share your love of vinyl with fellow collectors!  This month our theme is songs by your favorite underrated artists.  Bring in an album or two to spin a few tracks f...

Encouraged
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussions, Music & Entertainment
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Share your love of vinyl with fellow collectors!  This month our theme is songs by your favorite underrated artists.  Bring in an album or two to spin a few tracks for the group. Join our 

women in multicolor dresses dancing

Meditative Dance

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This meditative movement class with Marissa Moser promotes profound somatic healing. If you've ever tried to sit still to meditate and struggled to stop the thoughts in your head, ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

This meditative movement class with Marissa Moser promotes profound somatic healing. If you've ever tried to sit still to meditate and struggled to stop the thoughts in your head, this is for you!

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.
Chair Yoga Graphic

Chair Yoga (Hybrid)

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
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 t...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Encouraged
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

Registration for this program opens first to Long Beach Public Library cardholders. 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 :)

qi gong

Qi Gong (West End)

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
West End Meeting Space at West End Branch
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join instructor Yoanna Da Vinci (in lineage of the Wudang, WuGulun and Vietnamese Vovinam Schools)on the healing and delightful journey of QIGONG as Dance, with elements of TaiJi. ...

Encouraged
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join instructor Yoanna Da Vinci (in lineage of the Wudang, WuGulun and Vietnamese Vovinam Schools)on the healing and delightful journey of QIGONG as Dance, with elements of TaiJi.

sign

Baby Sign Language

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies
Event Details:

Your baby has A LOT to say! Toddlers too! With just a few easy-to-learn American Sign Language signs, you can start communicating with your preverbal baby or toddler today!...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Other
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Your baby has A LOT to say! Toddlers too!

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

Disclaimer(s)

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Preschool Readiness

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Games, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

A preschool readiness class for kids aged 18 months to 4 years Through stories, games, and other activities, kids develop their fine and gross motor skills. They also learn soci...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Games, Storytime
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

A preschool readiness class for kids aged 18 months to 4 years

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

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

No library card waitlist

Registration for this program opens first to Long Beach Public Library cardholders. 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 :)

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
In Harm's Way

Film Friday: In Harm's Way

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A young WWII pilot, is saved by a young Chinese widow named Ying who risks her life to hide the injured American pilot in her house. Romance, 2017, NR, 1hr 37min *Movies may ...

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

A young WWII pilot, is saved by a young Chinese widow named Ying who risks her life to hide the injured American pilot in her house.

Romance, 2017, NR, 1hr 37min

Hands holding Pokemon cards.

Pokémon Trading Card Club

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Calling all children who are Pokémon card collectors and card enthusiasts! Join us every other Friday to meet other Pokémon card collectors and trade Pokémon cards. LIBRARY IS ...

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

Calling all children who are Pokémon card collectors and card enthusiasts!
Join us every other Friday to meet other Pokémon card collectors and trade Pokémon cards.

LIBRARY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY TRADES MADE DURING THIS PROGRAM

Woman doing yoga pose on mat

Yoga for Health & Peace (Hybrid)

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 9:45am - 10:45am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
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 fo...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 22
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)

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.
baby music

Baby Music with Love

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies, Parents
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...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Parents
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 20
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. 

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Paramedics

Here to Help: Paramedic Storytime

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Event Details:

Do you know what a paramedic does? Who are the the people that help us during emergencies? Join us this week to meet Long Beach Paramedics, enjoy a view stories together, and condu...

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytime
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Do you know what a paramedic does? Who are the the people that help us during emergencies? Join us this week to meet Long Beach Paramedics, enjoy a view stories together, and conduct a Q&A. 

Disclaimer(s)

Adults (YS In-Person Programs)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
may selection

Acrylic Painting 101

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create a lovely landscape with instructor Joan Lazarus. A $10 materials fee is payable in cash to the instructor day of class. Registration required.

Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Encouraged
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Create a lovely landscape with instructor Joan Lazarus. A $10 materials fee is payable in cash to the instructor day of class. Registration required.