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Cosplay Karaoke

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
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. 

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

Vinyl Collectors Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
West End Branch
Registration
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussions, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
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 

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

Meditative Dance

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
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!

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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.

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 :)

This event is in the "Adults" group.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Film Friday: In Harm's Way

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
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

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

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Acrylic Painting 101

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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.

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Spongebob's 25th Birthday Bash!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Parents
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music & Entertainment, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?

SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS!

Did you know he's been living down there for a whole 25 years!?!

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

Writers' Circle (Zoom)

11:00am - 1:00pm
Zoom (Adult)
Cancelled
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! 

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

Resume Help (Hybrid)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Adult Reference Desk
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Jobs & Careers
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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

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 :)

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join the yoga flow as we spin vinyl from the library's NEW record collection. 

This month we will be featuring the music of Fleetwood Mac!

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

Hatha Yoga

9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This beginner friendly hatha yoga class focuses on yoga poses, breathwork, intention setting, and self-care. Hatha yoga focuses on posture and breathing techniques to channel energy.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL with the Adult Learning Center

9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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. 

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

Canasta Club!

11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium (back half)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Do you play Canasta and want to meet other community members who play? Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00am in the Library Auditorium! Practice your skills and have fun while you do it.

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

Mah-Jongg Club!

11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium (front half)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Do you play Mah Jongg and want to meet other community members who play? Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00am in the Library Auditorium! Practice your skills and have fun while you do it.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn to Play Mahjongg

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Popular instructor Donna Miller Small will guide you through simple, step-by-step instructions and enjoyable activities. You’ll comfortably learn the basics in four lessons.

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

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.

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

Ask the Tech Guy

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Do you have questions about your computer or laptop? Want to learn more about Zoom, streaming movies, or downloading ebooks to your device?

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

Chair Yoga (West End)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
West End Branch
Registration
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us at the West End Branch of the Long Beach Library for this beginner-friendly Chair Yoga class. With gentle instruction by Librarian Nicole, together we will build strength, flexibility and mental well-being.

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 :)

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Come watch a classic Star Trek film and the documentary For the Love of Spock (2016) in anticipation of director Adam Nimoy's author talk on June 5th.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness month, our book for discussion is the NYT bestselling memoir by Lori Gottlieb, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone.

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

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 on password managers.