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Tech Guy Talks: Password Managers

8:00pm - 8:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Technology, Community Help
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
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Lori is live in the Auditorium!

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Messy Art for Tots - Finger Painting

12:00pm - 12:45pm
Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya for Messy Art for Tots!

We'll be using our fingers, paint and card board cake rounds to make unique paintings. So remember to dress for a mess!

Disclaimer(s)

Supplies

Please register each participant individually to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone.

Albums & Asanas: Women Who Rock! Heart & Blondie

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Where vinyl & vinyasa meet! Join the yoga flow as we spin vinyl from the library's record collection. This month we will be featuring the music of Heart & Blondie! 

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.

ESL with the Adult Learning Center

9:15am - 12:15pm
Adults
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 morning. 

Zumba

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Dance your way to fitness with instructor Barbara Prince in this high energy exercise class. 

Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Play Dough Time

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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. 

Canasta Club!

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults, Seniors
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.

Mah-Jongg Club!

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

Resume Help (Hybrid)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Ask the Tech Guy

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

Chair Yoga (West End)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
West End Branch
Registration
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
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)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Teen Night : Decoupage Electric Tea Light Candle Holder

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Decoupage beautiful glass candle holders. You will be given all the supplies, an electric tea light, and snacks!

Pajama Storytime

6:15pm - 6:45pm
Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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. 

West End Neighbors Civic Association Meeting

6:45pm - 8:00pm
West End Branch
This is a meeting or program held by an outside organization and in no way constitutes Library endorsement
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Purpose of Meeting

Join the West End Neighbors Civic Association for their monthly meeting! WENCA's monthly meetings are are a forum for to facilitate the exchange of ideas surrounding local governmental affairs, quality of life and events within our community.

LBNY Bestseller Book Club: Martyr! (Hybrid)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This month we're reading Kaveh Akbar's award winning, bestselling debut novel, Martyr!

Rise and Shine!

9:15am - 9:45am
Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

It's time to Rise and Shine! Bring your little one for a fun and interactive morning story time, filled with music, dancing, and plenty of fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

ESL with the Adult Learning Center

9:15am - 12:15pm
Adults
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 morning. 

Open Mic Night at West (West End)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
West End Branch
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Event Details:

Come perform five minutes of standup comedy, sketches, improv, play an instrument, sing, recite poetry, or do karaoke at our West End Open Mic! 

(For Adults, 18+)

Hosted by librarian Ron Carroll

Chair Yoga (Hybrid)

9:15am - 10:15am
Adults, Seniors
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)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Baby Sign Language

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies
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)

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 

Drawing Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Main Library
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.

Yoga for Health & Peace (Hybrid)

9:45am - 10:45am
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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.

Molly Mouse

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies, Toddlers
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for this fun family lapsit program featuring the Molly the Mouse puppet, music, movement, and books

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

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

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. 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 :)