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English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Monday, May 5, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, May 5, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Open Mic Night

Come share your music, story, or latest spoken word poem! We'll spend the evening cheering on our neighbors' work. All ages and genres welcome. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Community. Performance. Monday, May 5, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Into the Woods: Using Fairy Tales to Tell Your Story with Elline Lipkin

Fairy tales have been around for centuries because they capture something essential about the human experience. In this workshop, we will use fairy tales and their tropes as inspiration to write about our own lives. Thinking about animals, the forest, the seasons, and the symbolic characters we find in fairy tales, we will explore the persona poem and the elegy, among other exercises meant to spark the imagination, to celebrate and commemorate Altadena, and to process grief. The workshop is free and open to the public – all ages and backgrounds are welcome. Please bring a notebook and a pen if you can; otherwise, we will provide paper and writing utensils for you. Tuesday, May 6, 2025 marks four months since the Eaton fire devastated our community. We extend a special invitation to Altadena and Pasadena residents as well as to others who have been impacted by the fire. Please join us to write and process your experience and our community’s resilience. About the presenter The workshop will be led by Elline… Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Literature & Poetry. Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Meditate with Amy Virtually!

Meditate with Amy Rutledge Virtually! Join us for a guided 1/2 hour meditation via Zoom in recognition of Mental Health Month. Be kind to yourself and chill with us for 30 minutes! Register for the class on Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/0qcJfbfPSL-pUIw_WVh-fg, About the presenter Ms. Rutledge came to the study of meditation as a path toward personal healing after struggles with the effects of Lyme Disease as well as depression and anxiety and found that it helped her in ways when many other approaches failed. https://www.meditatewithamy.com/. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Health & Wellness. Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Zoom.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Thursday, May 8, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Paws & Pages with Go Team Therapy Dogs!

Join us at Paws & Pages, a unique reading program that pairs children with certified therapy dogs from Go Team Therapy Dogs to inspire a love for reading. In a safe and supportive environment, young readers practice their skills with gentle, non-judgmental canine companions by their side. Ages 6-12 with adult. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Event Type: Health & Wellness. Thursday, May 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Heartthrob Hangout Book Club

Check out our newest book club and join us for a monthly discussion of a selected romance novel. This month's romance pick: Bride by Ali Hazelwood. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Book Clubs. Thursday, May 8, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Main Library Small Meeting Room.

Side Street Projects: Mobile Woodworking for Kids (Workshop #1)

Join Side Street Projects to learn how to design a project and safely use woodworking tools to build your design. Learn woodworking techniques such as sanding, sawing, shaping, drilling, setting screws, using clamps, hammering, and incising. This is a 7-week workshop. Seats are limited, so registration is required! Please wear closed toe shoes! Register for one workshop series. Fridays: April 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 9, 16, 23 Workshop #1: 3:30-4:30pm OR Workshop #2: 4:45-5:45pm, About the presenter The Side Street Projects woodworking program is taught on their newly renovated mobile buses and trailers. Each classroom has individual adjustable workbenches equipped with all supplies needed, including hand tools, hardware, and safety equipment— everything needed to create a multitude of woodworking projects. Sign-up is required. Best for kids ages 6-12. https://www.sidestreet.org/. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Tween (8-12 Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Educational. Workshops & Classes. Friday, May 9, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Main Library Parking Lot.

Side Street Projects: Mobile Woodworking for Kids (Workshop #2)

Join Side Street Projects to learn how to design a project and safely use woodworking tools to build your design. Learn woodworking techniques such as sanding, sawing, shaping, drilling, setting screws, using clamps, hammering, and incising. This is a 7-week workshop. Seats are limited, so registration is required! Please wear closed toe shoes! Register for one workshop series. Fridays: April 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 9, 16, 23 Workshop #1: 3:30-4:30pm OR Workshop #2: 4:45-5:45pm, About the presenter The Side Street Projects woodworking program is taught on their newly renovated mobile buses and trailers. Each classroom has individual adjustable workbenches equipped with all supplies needed, including hand tools, hardware, and safety equipment— everything needed to create a multitude of woodworking projects. Sign-up is required. Best for kids ages 6-12. https://www.sidestreet.org/. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Tween (8-12 Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Educational. Workshops & Classes. Friday, May 9, 2025, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM. Main Library Parking Lot.

Teen Poetry Club

Moderated by WriteGirl/Bold Ink Writers, this is a wonderful trans and LGBTQ friendly space to learn and build poetry writing skills, share your work, and get inspired by fellow writers. Bring your imagination and love of writing and join the club! https://www.writegirl.org/teaching-artists. Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Literature & Poetry. Saturday, May 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Main Library Teen Space.

DNA Hub for Teens!

oin us for an afternoon of reflection, connection, and fun! This year has been full of challenges, growth, and resilience — Let’s reflect, connect, and turn our stories into art.   What to expect: ✨ Share and connect with others ✨ Fun and creative zine-making ✨ Therapy dogs ✨ Free food Click here to register in advance   Got a Better Name Than DNA Hub? We're open to ideas for what to call these gatherings. Enter the Naming Contest Here Winner chosen by youth vote at the gathering , $50 gift card prize (digital or local business) , Deadline to enter: May 7,   About DNA Hub DNA Hub provides a supportive community space for youth in Altadena, Pasadena, Sierra Madre, and surrounding areas. Our events focus on building connections, providing resources, and creating opportunities for growth and healing.   For more information, please get in touch with us at info@collpas.org. This event is a collaboration with collaboratePASadena, Day One, College Access Plan, and the Jefferson Branch Library. Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Community. DIY & Crafting. Saturday, May 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Second Saturday: Upstream

Join us for a free outdoor concert on the Second Saturday of the month. This month, we will host Upstream. Please note that the concerts begin at 6:30PM! Please bring your own chair as outdoor concert seating will not be provided. Registration required.  Food and drink will be available for purchase. The 2024-2025 Second Saturday concert series is sponsored by the Friends of the Altadena Library and the Altadena Library Foundation. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Music & Entertainment. Performance. Outdoors. Saturday, May 10, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Main Library Parking Lot.

Huntington Hospital Health Screenings

Come and receive free health counseling and screenings by a registered nurse. No appointment/registration is necessary. Personal health guidance , Hypertension (high blood pressure) screening , Diabetes (high blood sugar) risk assessment and screening , Medical and social services and referrals , Health promotion literature and resources. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Community. Health & Wellness. Monday, May 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Altadena Main Library Reading Court.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Monday, May 12, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

SuperAdobe Building Methods

Dastan Khalili and other facilitators from CalEarth, an educational non-profit, will teach us about the SuperAdobe building method that is environmentally friendly and fire resistant. SuperAdobe is a form of earth bag architecture developed by architect and CalEarth founder Nader Khalili. Using long sandbags ("SuperAdobe Bags"), barbed wire, on-site earth and a few tools, Khalili devised a revolutionary building system that integrates traditional earth architecture with contemporary global safety requirements, and passes severe earthquake code tests in California. This technology has been published by NASA, endorsed by the United Nations, featured in countless world media outlets, and awarded the prestigious Aga Khan Award for Architecture in 2004. It comes from years of meditation, hands-on research and development. Inspired by traditional earth architecture in the deserts of Iran and adapted for modern usage. Simplified so that anyone can build. About the presenter, CalEarth believes that the whole… Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Community. Educational. Monday, May 12, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, May 12, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Children's Seasonal Craft

Join us for an afternoon craft at the Main Library! This program is best suited for children (grades K-5), and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Registration is required as supplies are limited. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Meditate with Amy Virtually!

Meditate with Amy Rutledge Virtually! Join us for a guided 1/2 hour meditation via Zoom in recognition of Mental Health Month. Be kind to yourself and chill with us for 30 minutes! Register for the class on Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/0qcJfbfPSL-pUIw_WVh-fg, About the presenter Ms. Rutledge came to the study of meditation as a path toward personal healing after struggles with the effects of Lyme Disease as well as depression and anxiety and found that it helped her in ways when many other approaches failed. https://www.meditatewithamy.com/. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Health & Wellness. Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Zoom.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Understand the Mind-Body Impact of Crisis: A Workshop with Project HOPE

Join Project HOPE for a workshop that will explore how trauma and chronic stress affect both helpers and survivors. Utilizing self-assessment tools, you will learn how to recognize early signs of overwhelm.  About the presenter Project HOPE is a global NGO that provides health and health-adjacent services in communities impacted by crisis and disaster. In the wake of the LA Fires, we’ve been working with local organizations, schools, and communities to support recovery and resiliency through a variety of interventions, including the provision of health care, distribution of supplies, and supporting mental health. https://www.projecthope.org/. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Health & Wellness. Educational. Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Altadena Library Foundation Meeting

Meeting of the Altadena Library Foundation Board of Trustees. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Meeting. Community. Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Thursday, May 15, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Teen Volunteer Program Orientation

Teens ages 13-18 are invited to volunteer at the Altadena Library! As a teen volunteer, you can earn service hours by assisting with various library programs and tasks that suit your schedule & interests. After completing the teen volunteer application, come on by the Teen Space on every third Thursday, 5-5:30pm, for orientation. We will go over the Volunteer Handbook, discuss different volunteer opportunities, and you will get the opportunity to ask our Teen Librarian any other questions. You only need to attend one orientation. No registration is required, just drop by! Teen Volunteer Application: https://airtable.com/shrrt2WbtsRlxOJ3f, Email for more information. Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Volunteering. Thursday, May 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Main Library Teen Space.

Side Street Projects: Mobile Woodworking for Kids (Workshop #1)

Join Side Street Projects to learn how to design a project and safely use woodworking tools to build your design. Learn woodworking techniques such as sanding, sawing, shaping, drilling, setting screws, using clamps, hammering, and incising. This is a 7-week workshop. Seats are limited, so registration is required! Please wear closed toe shoes! Register for one workshop series. Fridays: April 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 9, 16, 23 Workshop #1: 3:30-4:30pm OR Workshop #2: 4:45-5:45pm, About the presenter The Side Street Projects woodworking program is taught on their newly renovated mobile buses and trailers. Each classroom has individual adjustable workbenches equipped with all supplies needed, including hand tools, hardware, and safety equipment— everything needed to create a multitude of woodworking projects. Sign-up is required. Best for kids ages 6-12. https://www.sidestreet.org/. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Tween (8-12 Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Educational. Workshops & Classes. Friday, May 16, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Main Library Parking Lot.

Side Street Projects: Mobile Woodworking for Kids (Workshop #2)

Join Side Street Projects to learn how to design a project and safely use woodworking tools to build your design. Learn woodworking techniques such as sanding, sawing, shaping, drilling, setting screws, using clamps, hammering, and incising. This is a 7-week workshop. Seats are limited, so registration is required! Please wear closed toe shoes! Register for one workshop series. Fridays: April 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 9, 16, 23 Workshop #1: 3:30-4:30pm OR Workshop #2: 4:45-5:45pm, About the presenter The Side Street Projects woodworking program is taught on their newly renovated mobile buses and trailers. Each classroom has individual adjustable workbenches equipped with all supplies needed, including hand tools, hardware, and safety equipment— everything needed to create a multitude of woodworking projects. Sign-up is required. Best for kids ages 6-12. https://www.sidestreet.org/. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Tween (8-12 Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Educational. Workshops & Classes. Friday, May 16, 2025, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM. Main Library Parking Lot.

Altadena Library @ Loma Alta Park Opens

Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Community. Saturday, May 17, 2025. Loma Alta Park.

Friends of the Altadena Library Book Sale

Join the Friends of the Altadena Library for a used book sale on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday, May 18, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Only Friends of the Library are able to shop from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, but you can become a member on-site for $10. The sale is open to all from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Thousands of books, DVDs, and more will be available for purchase. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Community. Friends of the Altadena Library. Fundraiser. Outdoors. Saturday, May 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Main Library Parking Lot.

Altadena Poets Laureate: Poetry & Cookies

Join us for the annual Poetry & Cookies event with our 2024-2026 Poets Laureate. More details to come. About the Poets Altadena Co-Poet Laureate Lester Graves Lennon is the poetry editor for Rosebud magazine and is the author of three poetry collections: The Upward Curve of Earth and Heavens (2001), My Father Was a Poet (2013) and Lynchings: Postcards from America (2022). He has lived in Altadena with his family since 1992. Altadena Co-Poet Laureate Sehba Sarwar (she/her) is a novelist (Black Wings, Veliz Books, 2019) and poet published in Asia: Magazine of Asian Literature, Poetry in English from Pakistan, Callaloo and elsewhere. She has received awards through LA’s Department of Cultural Affairs, Pasadena’s Cultural Affairs Division, Mid-America Arts Alliance amidst others. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Literature & Poetry. Performance. Community. Saturday, May 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Main Library Main Floor.

Friends of the Altadena Library Book Sale

Join the Friends of the Altadena Library for a used book sale on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday, May 18, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Only Friends of the Library are able to shop from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, but you can become a member on-site for $10. The sale is open to all from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Thousands of books, DVDs, and more will be available for purchase. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Community. Friends of the Altadena Library. Fundraiser. Outdoors. Sunday, May 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Main Library Parking Lot.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Monday, May 19, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Regular Meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Board Meeting Agenda and additional materials may be found at: Board Meeting Materials - Altadena Libraries (altadenalibrary.org) To submit a written public comment, please email hello@altadenalibrary.org or use the online submission form at www.altadenalibrary.org/publiccomment. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Library Board of Trustees. Monday, May 19, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. In-Person: Community Room at Main Library. Virtual: https://www.youtube.com/c/AltadenaLibrary.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, May 19, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Meditate with Amy Virtually!

Meditate with Amy Rutledge Virtually! Join us for a guided 1/2 hour meditation via Zoom in recognition of Mental Health Month. Be kind to yourself and chill with us for 30 minutes! Register for the class on Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/0qcJfbfPSL-pUIw_WVh-fg, About the presenter Ms. Rutledge came to the study of meditation as a path toward personal healing after struggles with the effects of Lyme Disease as well as depression and anxiety and found that it helped her in ways when many other approaches failed. https://www.meditatewithamy.com/. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Health & Wellness. Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Zoom.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Adult Crafternoon: DIY Gnome Pots

Join us for an afternoon craft at the Main Library. This month, we'll be making DIY gnome pots! Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Altadena Main Library Community Room.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Thursday, May 22, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Threads of Connection: A Teen Wellness Workshop w/Kiki Williams

What peace can come when we feel connected to ourselves? What joy is possible when we feel connected to each other? In this one-hour workshop, we’re going to explore how breath, simple movement, and play can help us feel more connected to ourselves, our community, and our world. First 10 teens will receive a mindfulness coloring book! About the presenter Kiki WillIams (she/they) is a third generation Altadenian who shows up in her life these days as a multi-passionate human being in pursuit of both personal and collective freedom. When she’s not managing Octavia’s Bookshelf and slinging juicy queer fiction, you can find her traipsing through the mountains, reading, or leading folks in somatic and relational mindfulness. Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Health & Wellness. Workshops & Classes. Thursday, May 22, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Side Street Projects: Mobile Woodworking for Kids (Workshop #1)

Join Side Street Projects to learn how to design a project and safely use woodworking tools to build your design. Learn woodworking techniques such as sanding, sawing, shaping, drilling, setting screws, using clamps, hammering, and incising. This is a 7-week workshop. Seats are limited, so registration is required! Please wear closed toe shoes! Register for one workshop series. Fridays: April 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 9, 16, 23 Workshop #1: 3:30-4:30pm OR Workshop #2: 4:45-5:45pm, About the presenter The Side Street Projects woodworking program is taught on their newly renovated mobile buses and trailers. Each classroom has individual adjustable workbenches equipped with all supplies needed, including hand tools, hardware, and safety equipment— everything needed to create a multitude of woodworking projects. Sign-up is required. Best for kids ages 6-12. https://www.sidestreet.org/. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Tween (8-12 Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Educational. Workshops & Classes. Friday, May 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Main Library Parking Lot.

Cozy Crafters Club

Immerse yourself in the world of crafty arts! Bring your own project to work on or dip into our supply basket to try a new craft you've been curious about. We'll socialize, help each other out when we get stuck, and maybe, just maybe, finish that thing you've been working on. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Community. DIY & Crafting. Summer Reading. Friday, May 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Callisto Tea House.

Sharing Folktales with Shadow Puppets

Join us in welcoming, Sunny Seki, who will share Japanese folktales with the classic art of shadow puppetry. Afterwards, you are invited to make your own shadow puppet! For ages 6 – 12 with parent or caregiver. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Event Type: Performance. Educational. DIY & Crafting. Friday, May 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Side Street Projects: Mobile Woodworking for Kids (Workshop #2)

Join Side Street Projects to learn how to design a project and safely use woodworking tools to build your design. Learn woodworking techniques such as sanding, sawing, shaping, drilling, setting screws, using clamps, hammering, and incising. This is a 7-week workshop. Seats are limited, so registration is required! Please wear closed toe shoes! Register for one workshop series. Fridays: April 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 9, 16, 23 Workshop #1: 3:30-4:30pm OR Workshop #2: 4:45-5:45pm, About the presenter The Side Street Projects woodworking program is taught on their newly renovated mobile buses and trailers. Each classroom has individual adjustable workbenches equipped with all supplies needed, including hand tools, hardware, and safety equipment— everything needed to create a multitude of woodworking projects. Sign-up is required. Best for kids ages 6-12. https://www.sidestreet.org/. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Tween (8-12 Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Educational. Workshops & Classes. Friday, May 23, 2025, 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM. Main Library Parking Lot.

Now That She's Gone: Unraveling the Mystery of My Mother

Join us for Ellen Snortland's solo show, “Now That She’s Gone,” which explores Ellen’s often hilarious, irreverent and sometimes torturous relationship with her Norwegian-American mother. In turns passionate, poignant and funny, the show made its off-Broadway debut in 2008. Since then, it has received rave reviews and standing ovations worldwide. About the performer Ellen Snortland is a columnist for the Pasadena Weekly, LA Downtown News, and the West Side Argonaut. Her popular column “Consider This…” has run for 32 years and just garnered Ellen the LA Press Club's highest honors: Columnist of the Year and Journalist of the Year. She’s also the author of “Beauty Bites Beast," featured on Dateline NBC, and is the writer/director of the award-winning documentary film of the same name. For ages 18+. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Performance. Saturday, May 24, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

True Crime All The Time Virtual Book Club

Calling all true crime aficionados! Join us for a virtual gathering where we will discuss this true crime hit: In True Face: A Woman’s Life in the CIA, Unmasked by Jonna Mendez. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Book Clubs. Saturday, May 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Zoom.

CLOSURE - Memorial Day

The Main Library will be closed on Memorial  Day. If you have items to return, there is an outdoor book return at the Main Library on Mariposa Street, at the corner of Santa Rosa Avenue. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Tween (8-12 Years Old). Preschool (3-5 Years Old). Early Learner (2-5 Years Old). Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Community. Monday, May 26, 2025. Altadena Library District.

CANCELLED - English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Monday, May 26, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

CANCELLED - Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, May 26, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Crafternoon for Kids!

We invite our neighbors to come enjoy a fun afternoon of crafting. Bring your creativity and join us in reconnecting with our community through crafting! Children ages 6-12 and their families are welcome. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Conversations with Art with Helane Rheingold

Join us for a lively discussion about art with Helane Rheingold. About the presenter Having a lifelong connection with art, art history, and museums, Helane Rheingold developed an interactive art education program, "CONVERSATIONS WITH ART." In the last 33 years, Helane has facilitated the conversions of many around the country. Helane has also acted as a docent at the Neuberger Museum of Art, SUNY Purchase, New York. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Art. Talks & Lectures. Educational. Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Meditate with Amy Virtually!

Meditate with Amy Rutledge Virtually! Join us for a guided 1/2 hour meditation via Zoom in recognition of Mental Health Month. Be kind to yourself and chill with us for 30 minutes! Register for the class on Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/0qcJfbfPSL-pUIw_WVh-fg, About the presenter Ms. Rutledge came to the study of meditation as a path toward personal healing after struggles with the effects of Lyme Disease as well as depression and anxiety and found that it helped her in ways when many other approaches failed. https://www.meditatewithamy.com/. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Health & Wellness. Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Zoom.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

For those who want to build English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and offered in person Monday - Thursday every week. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Workshops & Classes. Thursday, May 29, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2889 N. Lincoln Ave, Altadena.

Children's Wellness Workshop with Hazte Florecer Sound Bath! Session 1

Join Leslie Serrano, the founder of Hazte Florecer, for a 30-minute interactive sound bath session. Session 1: 3:00-3:30PM OR Session 2: 3:45-4:15PM For children ages 6-12 and their caregivers. Please only register for 1 session, and include both the child and adult.  About the presenter Leslie Serrano, the founder of Hazte Florecer, is a certified sound healer experienced in using sound therapy to promote healing and well-being. She specializes in using crystal singing bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, and other Native American instruments, such as her Native American flutes, to achieve deep relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance the overall health of her clients. The foundation of Leslie's work is connecting with our ancestors, honoring their wisdom, and drawing on their energy to facilitate healing. Leslie has worked with a diverse population, including individuals dealing with chronic pain, anxiety, and emotional trauma. Her compassionate approach and deep understanding of sound's healing power make… Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Event Type: Health & Wellness. Thursday, May 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Children's Wellness Workshop with Hazte Florecer Sound Bath! Session 2

Join Leslie Serrano, the founder of Hazte Florecer, for a 30-minute interactive sound bath session. Session 1: 3:00-3:30PM OR Session 2: 3:45-4:15PM For children ages 6-12 and their caregivers. Please only register for 1 session, and include both the child and adult.  About the presenter Leslie Serrano, the founder of Hazte Florecer, is a certified sound healer experienced in using sound therapy to promote healing and well-being. She specializes in using crystal singing bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, and other Native American instruments, such as her Native American flutes, to achieve deep relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance the overall health of her clients. The foundation of Leslie's work is connecting with our ancestors, honoring their wisdom, and drawing on their energy to facilitate healing. Leslie has worked with a diverse population, including individuals dealing with chronic pain, anxiety, and emotional trauma. Her compassionate approach and deep understanding of sound's healing power make… Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Event Type: Health & Wellness. Thursday, May 29, 2025, 3:45 PM – 4:15 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Spinning Workshop with The Greater Los Angeles Spinning Guild

Join us for an educational workshop from the Greater Los Angeles Spinning Guild. This workshop will explore different spinning techniques in a welcoming and educational environment. All skill levels are welcome! About the presenter The Greater Los Angeles Spinning Guild (GLASG) is a group of hand-spinning enthusiasts in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas and beyond. Our members incorporate hand-spinning in a wide variety of fiber arts including knitting, weaving, rug-making, felting, crochet and many others. IG @therealglasg. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Workshops & Classes. Educational. Saturday, May 31, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, June 2, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Open Mic Night

Come to Callisto Tea House to share your music, story, or latest spoken word poem! We'll spend the evening cheering on our neighbors' work. All ages and genres welcome. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Community. Performance. Monday, June 2, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Callisto Tea House 1359 N Altadena Dr. Pasadena.

DIY Marbling Art for Teens

This is a Lunch at the Library event. This is a Lunch at the Library event. Come make DIY Marbling Art using nail polish and add your designs to cups and coasters. Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Summer Reading. DIY & Crafting. Lunch at the Library. Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM. Main Library Teen Space.

Huntington Hospital Health Screenings

Come and receive free health counseling and screenings by a registered nurse. No appointment/registration is necessary. Personal health guidance , Hypertension (high blood pressure) screening , Diabetes (high blood sugar) risk assessment and screening , Medical and social services and referrals , Health promotion literature and resources. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Community. Health & Wellness. Monday, June 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Altadena Main Library Reading Court.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, June 9, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

DIY Decorative Clay Fishes for Teens

This is a Lunch at the Library event. Come make DIY Decorative Clay Fishes and add your own decorative designs. Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Art. DIY & Crafting. Lunch at the Library. Summer Reading. Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM. Main Library Teen Space.

Heartthrob Hangout Book Club

Check out our newest book club and join us for a monthly discussion of a selected romance novel. This month's romance pick: Seven Days in June by Tia Williams. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Book Clubs. Thursday, June 12, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Main Library Small Meeting Room.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, June 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Crochet Kits for Teens

This is a Lunch at the Library event. Come get your own crochet kit and knit with other Teens - beginners are welcome! Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Lunch at the Library. Summer Reading. DIY & Crafting. Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM. Main Library Teen Space.

Adult Crafternoon: Keychains

Join us for an afternoon craft at the Main Library. This month, we'll be making keychains! Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Altadena Main Library Community Room.

CLOSURE - Juneteenth

The Main Library will be closed on June 19 for Juneteenth. If you have items to return, there is an outdoor book return at the Main Library on Mariposa Street, at the corner of Santa Rosa Avenue. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Tween (8-12 Years Old). Preschool (3-5 Years Old). Early Learner (2-5 Years Old). Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Community. Thursday, June 19, 2025. Altadena Library District.

Regular Meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Board Meeting Agenda and additional materials may be found at: Board Meeting Materials - Altadena Libraries (altadenalibrary.org) To submit a written public comment, please email hello@altadenalibrary.org or use the online submission form at www.altadenalibrary.org/publiccomment. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Library Board of Trustees. Monday, June 23, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. In-Person: Community Room at Main Library. Virtual: https://www.youtube.com/c/AltadenaLibrary.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, June 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Cozy Crafters Club

Immerse yourself in the world of crafty arts! Bring your own project to work on or dip into our supply basket to try a new craft you've been curious about. We'll socialize, help each other out when we get stuck, and maybe, just maybe, finish that thing you've been working on. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Community. DIY & Crafting. Summer Reading. Friday, June 27, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Callisto Tea House.

True Crime All The Time Virtual Book Club

Calling all true crime aficionados! Join us for a virtual gathering where we will discuss this true crime hit: Behold the Monster: Confronting America’s Most Prolific Serial Killer by Jillian Lauren. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Book Clubs. Saturday, June 28, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Zoom.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, June 30, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, July 7, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Open Mic Night

Come share your music, story, or latest spoken word poem! We'll spend the evening cheering on our neighbors' work. All ages and genres welcome. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Community. Performance. Monday, July 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Community Facilities District Committee Meeting (Board of Trustees)

Agendas and any related materials can be found at www.altadenalibrary.org/board-materials. Instructions for submitting public comment can be found in the meeting's agenda. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Library Board of Trustees. Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. At the Main Library Community Room. Or, view virtually at: https://www.youtube.com/c/altadenalibrary/. For more info visit www.youtube.com.

Altadena Library Foundation Meeting

Meeting of the Altadena Library Foundation Board of Trustees. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Meeting. Community. Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Heartthrob Hangout Book Club

Check out our newest book club and join us for a monthly discussion of a selected romance novel. This month's romance pick: Summer Romance by Anna Monaghan. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Book Clubs. Thursday, July 10, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Main Library Small Meeting Room.

Code Ninjas x ALD Teens

Retro games meet ninjas, ninjas meet retro games! In this hands-on workshop, teens will use Microsoft MakeCode Arcade to design and code their own games inspired by classic platformers and adventure genres. You'll bring your creations to life on handheld gaming devices—ready to play and share with friends! Registration is required - space is limited! About the presenter Code Ninjas is a nationwide STEM education center where kids ages 5–14 learn coding, game development, robotics, and problem-solving in a fun, hands-on environment. Our unique, game-based curriculum empowers kids to gain real tech skills while building confidence and having a blast. At Code Ninjas, we turn screen time into skill time! https://www.codeninjas.com/ca-pasadena. Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Educational. Games. Workshops & Classes. Friday, July 11, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Main Library Teen Space.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, July 14, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Adult Crafternoon: DIY Mosquito Repellent Candles

Join us for an afternoon craft at the Main Library. This month, we'll be making DIY Mosquito Repellent Candles! Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Altadena Main Library Community Room.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, July 21, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Cozy Crafters Club

Immerse yourself in the world of crafty arts! Bring your own project to work on or dip into our supply basket to try a new craft you've been curious about. We'll socialize, help each other out when we get stuck, and maybe, just maybe, finish that thing you've been working on. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Community. DIY & Crafting. Summer Reading. Friday, July 25, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Callisto Tea House.

True Crime All The Time Virtual Book Club

Calling all true crime aficionados! Join us for a virtual gathering where we will discuss this true crime hit: Trail of the Lost: The Relentless Search to Bring Home the Missing Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail by Andrea Lankford. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Book Clubs. Saturday, July 26, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Zoom.

Regular Meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Board Meeting Agenda and additional materials may be found at: Board Meeting Materials - Altadena Libraries (altadenalibrary.org) To submit a written public comment, please email hello@altadenalibrary.org or use the online submission form at www.altadenalibrary.org/publiccomment. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Library Board of Trustees. Monday, July 28, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. In-Person: Community Room at Main Library. Virtual: https://www.youtube.com/c/AltadenaLibrary.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, July 28, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Chess Night

Beginners & experienced players can drop in and enjoy learning new skills and practicing with each other in a comfortable environment. Just bring your love of the game and be willing to share it with others. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Games. Monday, August 4, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Open Mic Night

Come share your music, story, or latest spoken word poem! We'll spend the evening cheering on our neighbors' work. All ages and genres welcome. Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Community. Performance. Monday, August 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.