Storytimes near LA County Library

Lancaster Library

Unleash your musical potential with Music Stars, a six-week group lesson series brought to you by LA County Library! For ages 11 - 13. If you dreamed of laying down beats on the drums, Music Stars is your chance to dive into the exciting world of music. Get ready to learn music theory, sight-reading, and essential playing techniques in a fun and supportive environment. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. For more information, see library staff, or visit LACountyLibrary.org/Music-Stars This activity is supported in part by the California Arts Council, a state agency. Learn more at www.arts.ca.gov .

Manhattan Beach Library

If you’re an expert cuber or simply a puzzle enthusiast, join us to learn cubing strategies, practice cubing, and have fun! Puzzle cubes provided! For ages 12 - 17. Please be aware that snacks will be available and a full list of ingredients will be provided.

Hawthorne Library, Meeting Room

Starting an original painting can be intimidating, so let’s make it fun! This activity uses random dice rolls to give you ideas for an original painting. Feel free to be as serious, or as silly, as you want! Limited to 15 participants. For adults. All materials will be provided. Join our free game for all ages! Earn badges and prizes as you log reading & activities. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up!

Littlerock Library

Littlerock Library's Adult Book Club will set sail on a gripping literary journey with 'Adrift' by Lisa Brideau. For adults. When a solo sailing trip takes a dark and unexpected turn, one woman finds herself stranded at sea, forced to confront isolation, survival, and the limits of her own resilience. Adrift is a suspenseful and introspective novel that explores what happens when control slips away and instinct takes over. Join us for a thoughtful discussion on survival, self-discovery, and the emotional depths of being truly alone. To participate in this intriguing discussion, please visit Littlerock Library to get a copy or download the LA County Library app for a digital version.

Alondra Library, Conference Room

Join us for our monthly The Classics Book Club. We will be discussing The Yearling by Marjorie K. Rawlings. Copies of this title are available at the Circulation Desk. For ages 18 and up. Join us for our monthly The Classics Book Club. We will be discussing The Yearling by Marjorie K. Rawlings. Copies of this title are available at the Circulation Desk. For ages 18 and up. Registration required. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date.

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library, Meeting Room

Join Instructor Danielle to learn four or five beginner-friendly Independence Day themed line dances. Line Dance for Everyone provides a welcoming and inclusive environment where Danielle makes line dancing accessible for all participants.For adults. Join Instructor Danielle to learn four or five beginner-friendly Independence Day themed line dances. Line Dance for Everyone provides a welcoming and inclusive environment where Danielle makes line dancing accessible for all participants. For adults. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Lakewood Libraries. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date.

Sorensen Library, Meeting Room

Join us to paint your very own Book Brick. Bring your favorite book as inspiration or borrow one from the library! Materials are generously provided by the Friends of the Sorensen Library. For Adults. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date. Please register every individual in your group. Celebrate a summer of reading, exploration, and discovery! Log your reading and activities to earn badges and prizes. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up!

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library, Meeting Room

In this fun and simple art activity, participants will create custom summer postcards using tissue paper, pens, and creativity. When finished and dry, the postcard are ready to be mailed out to family or friends! For ages 13 - 17. Celebrate a summer of reading, exploration, and discovery! Log your reading and activities to earn badges and prizes. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up!

El Monte Library, Meeting Room

Scrapbooking is a great way to memorialize your life story or pay tribute to your favorite fandom! Whatever your inspiration, we’ve got the supplies and knowhow to get you started with this hobby. While supplies last. For Adults. This is a recurring program on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, with the exception of November 11, 2026. For November 2026, Scrapbooking will be held on the third Wednesday of the month (11/18/2026) to account for the holiday closure. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our Teen/Adult Librarian, Lisa Hoang, at 626.444.9506 or email directly: LHoang@library.lacounty.gov

Quartz Hill Library, Meeting Room

Join us to discuss 'The Midnight Library' by Matt Haig. Copies will be available at the circulation desk. For adults. Beyond the edge of the universe is a library filled with infinite books, each telling the story of another possible reality. Nora Seed finds herself there, perusing the stacks, confronted by all the choices she ever made. She has the chance to return to the life she created, or to become a different version of herself. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees.

La Puente Library, Meeting Room

Learn about yourself and different art styles. Use stickers and other materials to create your own silhouette self-portrait that represents you! For kids ages 5 – 12. Celebrate a summer of reading, exploration, and discovery! Log your reading and activities to earn badges and prizes. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up! Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees.

Carson Library

Get a chance to practice speaking English in a safe, relaxed environment with others in your community from the comfort of your home. For adults.

Compton Library, Meeting Room

In celebration of 250th Anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence, learn about the history of the United States Postal Service and design your own stamp. All supplies are provided. For ages 18+ Image provided from https://parkplacemail.com/postage-stamps/

Artesia Library, Meeting Room

Join us for a book discussion. The book for July is "Beautiful Ugly" by Alice Feeney. For adults. Books are available for checkout at the library. Some titles are available as free downloadable eBooks or digital audiobooks from LA County Library at lacountylibrary.org. All interested persons are welcome and invited to attend.

West Covina Library, Meeting Room

Here's your chance to enjoy a fun workout in a social and inclusive environment. All experience levels and physical ability levels are welcome! Enjoy yourself while you dance your way into health and wellness!

Walnut Library, Meeting Room

Put on your cozy jammies, bring along your favorite stuffy or blanket, and join us for a mellow evening of stories, songs, and art activities. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver. We will be reading, "World Cup Women" by Meg Walters then have fun creating your own DIY Soccer Trophy. Celebrate all summer long! Log your reading and complete fun activities to earn badges and win prizes. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up!

Lancaster Library

Unleash your musical potential with Music Stars, a six-week group lesson series brought to you by LA County Library! For ages 11 - 13. If you dreamed of shredding on the guitar, Music Stars is your chance to dive into the exciting world of music. Get ready to learn music theory, sight-reading, and essential playing techniques in a fun and supportive environment. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. For more information, see library staff, or visit LACountyLibrary.org/Music-Stars This activity is supported in part by the California Arts Council, a state agency. Learn more at www.arts.ca.gov .

Wiseburn Library

Join us for a book discussion and light refreshments! This month, read "Game On: Tempting Twenty Eight" by Janet Evanovich. Copies of the books are available at the library. For ages 18+. Refreshments generously provided by the Friends of the Hawthorne and Wiseburn Libraries. "When Stephanie Plum is woken up in the middle of the night by the sound of footsteps in her apartment, she wishes she didn't keep her gun in the cookie jar in her kitchen. And when she finds out the intruder is fellow apprehension agent Diesel, six feet of hard muscle and bad attitude who she hasn't seen in more than two years, she still thinks the gun might come in handy. Turns out Diesel and Stephanie are on the trail of the same fugitive: Oswald Wednesday, an international computer hacker as brilliant as he is ruthless. Unsure if Diesel is her partner or her competition in this case, she'll need to watch her back every step of the way as she sets the stage to draw Wednesday out from behind his computer and into the real world" -- From the Publisher. Celebrate a summer of reading, exploration, and discovery! Log your reading and activities to earn badges and prizes. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up!

Hermosa Beach Library

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library , LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers.

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library, Meeting Room

Create your very own soccer ball masterpiece using a paper plate, tissue paper, and a little imagination. You’ll be ready to celebrate the global excitement of soccer and a love of the game! For ages 0 - 5. Join our free game for all ages! Earn badges and prizes as you log reading & activities. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up!

Wiseburn Library

Get ready for Kindergarten by building your children's fine motor skills with fun activities! Registration is ONLY required for participating children. For ages 3 - 5 with a parent or caregiver. Each week, preschool-aged children ages 3 - 5 are invited to practice cutting with scissors, finger painting, lacing, gluing or gripping a pencil in a series of art activities. Please arrange for one adult per child. Registration is ONLY required for participating children, as space and supplies will be limited to 15 children. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. Some materials generously provided by Hawthorne and Wiseburn Friends of the Library. Join our free game for all ages! Earn badges and prizes as you log reading & activities. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up!

West Covina Library

Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 18 months and their parent or caregiver. This program will be held upstairs in the Children's Room. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library , LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 – 5 and their caregivers.

Claremont Helen Renwick Library, Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library , LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees.

Manhattan Beach Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library , LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. Program and materials provided in collaboration with DMH and MHSA.

Rowland Heights Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 – 5 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library , LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. Program and materials provided in collaboration with DMH and MHSA.

Culver City Julian Dixon Library, Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library , LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. Program and materials provided in collaboration with DMH and MHSA.

El Monte Library, Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library , LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. Please join us after Storytime for Parent Cafés , an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian: July 9 Program and materials provided in collaboration with DMH and MHSA.

Hawthorne Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library , LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. Please join us after Storytime for Parent Cafés , an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian: July 2, August 13. Program and materials provided in collaboration with DMH and MHSA.

Baldwin Park Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 – 5 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library , LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees.

Agoura Hills Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver. This program is part of Smart Start at the Library , LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers. Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees.