Events Calendar

Our Artist-in-Residence Debra Disman is back at the Northridge Branch for the year 2026-2027, beginning a series of monthly bookmaking programs in July, where you will learn to make a different book each session! No experience is required and there…

Join us for a laid-back day of art! Let's explore the amazing art pieces we can create using materials we find around us. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring any materials you would like to use.

ZOS!MO is the singer-songwriter moniker of award-winning Filipino American fictionist, poet, playwright, and culture bearer, Zosimo Quibilan Jr. His band, also named ZOS!MO, exclusively plays original Tagalog indie pop/rock, with songs from Quibilan…

Join us for a workshop on how to draw your own characters. This event is led by teens and is recommended for children ages 7 to 12. All supplies will be provided.

Learn about succulents and plant your own to take home. 

This program will be held outside on the library patio.

During the 10 sessions of the Astro Camp Community Partner Program at the Watts library, you will be trying fun science experiments, engineering challenges, and art projects to explore the universe with NASA. We have explored lots of objects in our…

Design a maze, fidget toy, or a creation out of your imagination with LEGO® bricks.Open to kids of all ages. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this event.

Join us for a creative experience! We’ll provide the art and craft supplies. What will you create together? This program is designed for children and their families or caregivers.

Join us for a family-friendly movie at the library. Snacks will be available for everyone in attendance.

It's the last of the 10 sessions of the Astro Camp Community Partner Program at the Watts library. Come get completion certificates and prizes and hang out in a cool, dark planetarium.

Join us for a Kids' Book Club. This book club is designed for students in grades 2-4.

Do you like dogs? Do you like books? Join us as children practice their reading by sharing their favorite stories aloud to gentle rescue pups from Reading to the Rescue—building confidence, compassion, and a love of reading, all while learning about…

Join us for our last Summer With the Library program! The Blue Submarine will be here with LIVE sea animals for everyone to learn interesting facts about. All ages are welcome! Don't forget to sign up for our Summer With the Library Challenge and…

Join The Amazing Dave, winner of The Los Angeles Comedy Festival, for a wild and crazy good time! Objects flying through the air, disappearing and reappearing, wackiness beyond compare. It's all just another day at the office for The Amazing Dave…

Join us to make ocean-themed crafts to take home. A fun craft program for children.

Dive into city-themed stories, build tall skyscrapers, and create a large city mural.

Participants will embark on an exciting cosmic journey, gaining knowledge about space exploration tailored for all age groups through a series of engaging lectures. They'll learn about Mars exploration, lunar missions, and life aboard the…

Join special guest Christopher T. Magician for a hilarious and interactive magic show, where books come alive!Great for the whole family.

"Let's Get in a Pickle Together!" is a family-friendly, hands-on pickling workshop that introduces the basic concepts of fermentation and vinegar pickling for home kitchens. All materials and ingredients will be provided, and participants will also…

Turn ordinary rocks into colorful works of art! Join us for a relaxing and creative afternoon of painting fun. Create inspiring designs, cute characters, patterns, or positive messages to keep or share with others. Ages 9-18.

Join us for magic and fun with Wayne Kawamoto! Wayne presents an entertaining magic show that combines music, audience interaction and comedy. Most important is Wayne's message about how libraries and his love for reading helped him to become a full…

Join us in creating your own decorative pins using Pokémon cards! It's a fun and creative way to showcase your favorite characters.

Join us for a fun-filled time with stories, songs, and craft activities for the whole family.

Learn how to mix sidewalk chalk with water to create thick, vibrant color and make pictures outside.