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Tummy Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join Miss Jennifer for a class for New Parents where we will discuss parenting tips and tricks, all while learning about how important tummy time is for your baby’s development.

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.

Silent Book Club (West End)

1:00pm - 2:00pm
West End Branch
Registration
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Calling all readers!

Tween Meetup

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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.

Animation Afternoons: The Boxtrolls

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Animation Afternoons is a monthly movie series celebrating the art of animation!  Animation lovers of all ages are welcome at this family-friendly program.

This Month: The Boxtrolls (2014)

Chair Yoga (Hybrid)

9:00am - 10:00am
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

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 (West End)

9:00am - 10:00am
West End Branch
Registration
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
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.

Baby Sign Language

9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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,  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.

LB Gardening Club

11:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Do you love gardening and want to meet others in your community who love gardening too? Join our LB Gardening Club to discuss all things gardening! Promoting the love of gardening one seed at a time.

Historical Fiction Book Club: The Night Watchman

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

We are pleased to present the LBPL's Historical Fiction Book Club, led by librarian Jakea Williamson. This is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of the Library.

Mermaid Parade

3:30pm - 4:45pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Reference Desk
Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Parents
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading, Other
Event Details:

Ahoy! Get ready for Summer Reading Kick Off with a swash-buckling Mermaid (or Merman) Parade! Join Miss Sarah and Miss Eileen to make a fun craft, go for a march outside, and enjoy a cool treat.

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.

Pokémon Trading Card Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Calling all kid Pokémon card collectors and card enthusiasts! Meet other collectors and trade Pokémon cards.

 Trading rules

Yoga for Health & Peace (Hybrid)

9:45am - 10:45am
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
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 with Love

10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Parents
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
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.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party - A Swashbuckling Adventure at LBPL!

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Storycrafter, Summer Reading, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

YARRRR!

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

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

Writers' Circle (Zoom)

11:00am - 1:00pm
Zoom (Adult)
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Zoom (Adult)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussions
Event Details:

If you're a writer and want to join other local writers serious about the craft, then come join our Writers' Circle on Monday from 11am to 1pm! 

Resume Help (Hybrid)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Adult Reference Desk
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.

Meet The Artist Storycrafter: Andy Warhol

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Storycrafter
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Miss Eileen and Miss Tanya for Meet The Artist Storycrafters! We will be reading a book about American artist Andy Warhol and make a craft in the style of his art.

Drop In Community Service

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Need community service hours, but can't make a long term commitment?

Stop by the Teen Space on Mondays from 5:00pm-6:00pm for an hour of opportunities! Help the Long Beach Librarians and give back to your community. 

Lego Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Games, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

For Children in Grades 1 thru 7

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)

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.

Pilates

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Increase strength, flexibility, and balance through an engaging Pilates class taught by Pat Cappetto.

Disclaimer(s)

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 :)

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: Password Managers

8:00pm - 8:45pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

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

Low-Impact Cardio (Hybrid)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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

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 :)

Library Study Hall

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Stress of the end of the school year getting to you? Need a space to study with friends? Swing by Library Study Hall every Tuesday throughout the months of May and June!

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.