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Baby Storytime & Play

Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, March 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. Main Library Community Room.

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, March 24, 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, March 24, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Bilingual Evening Storytime

Join us for an evening bilingual storytime! Enjoy stories and songs in English and Spanish. Practice basic Spanish vocabulary, learn traditional rhymes and folklore of Latin America. Children ages 0-11 and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Preschool (3-5 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, March 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Main Library Children's Area.

CANCELLED - Murder Mystery: Murder at Mardi Gras

Enjoy an evening with neighbors as you become characters in a murder mystery and work together to find the murderer.  Scenario: The murder of an elite member of New Orleans' most prominent neighborhood rocks the community. Solving the mystery of his death will require all guests to remove their masquerade masks and reveal their vulnerability. Space is limited and registration required. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Games. Literature & Poetry. Performance. Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM.

English Conversation Club

Practice learning, listening and speaking English in a friendly setting. Join us Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30pm at the Main Library. English learners of all skills levels are encouraged to attend! Call 626.798.0833 ext. 102 or email literacy@altadenalibrary.org with questions! Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Small Meeting Room.

New Parent Infant Feeding Support Group

The New Parent Infant Feeding Support Group is a monthly meeting space for local new parents to gather and ask questions about infant feeding and breastfeeding/chestfeeding in a supportive, inclusive, and nonjudgmental setting. You will get the opportunity to ask any questions or concerns you have about new parenthood and infant feeding and receive appropriate advice from Rachel Paul, a registered nurse and a board certified lactation consultant, and open support from other attendees. A limited number of breastfeeding pillows and/or any other helpful feeding aids will provided. Attendance is not mandatory each month – this is an open support group, where attendance will vary month to month. About Rachel Rachel Paul (she/her) is a registered nurse and lactation consultant. She received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from New York University. After working for many years as an inpatient oncology nurse in bone marrow transplant, she began working in women's health and became an International Board… Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Community. Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Main Library Community Room.

Toddler Storytime

Join us for Toddler Storytime in our Community Room at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow storytime. Children ages 2-5 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Space is limited, so we recommend you come early to pick your spot. Audience: Early Learner (2-5 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Educational. Thursday, March 27, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. Main Library Community Room.

Blue Submarine: Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy

Experience marine life up-close and personal with our live tidepool animals and specimens. Learn about the amazing life of the sea star and how it survives in the ocean. Live tidepool animals include sea stars, sea urchins, sea slugs, hermit crabs and more! Presentations are appropriate for preschool through 6th grade. Registration is required. About the Blue Submarine The Blue Submarine brings the ocean into your space with a variety of topics and programs.  All topics are presented in a hands-on, interactive format.  Our teaching resources include live animals, specimens and puppets. Audience: Preschool (3-5 Years Old). Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Event Type: Educational. Thursday, March 27, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

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, March 28, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Callisto Tea House.

Building Your Future: Confidence, Goals & Self-Care for Teens

"Building Your Future: Confidence, Goals & Self-Care" is an interactive workshop designed to help teens develop essential life skills for success after high school. This session covers confidence-building, goal-setting using the SMART method, resource mapping for personal and community development, and the importance of time management and self-care. Through engaging discussions, a digital presentation, and worksheets, participants gain practical strategies to navigate their future with clarity and confidence. For Teens 13-18 years old, only! Food will be provided! No registration required. Teens who are part of the Teen Volunteer Program can receive volunteer hours for attending. About the presenter Romone Abrams is the founder and CEO of Inertia, a community-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals through mentorship, resource-building, and personal development. Beginning his career studying Mechanical Engineering, he later shifted his focus to mental health during the pandemic,… Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Workshops & Classes. Educational. Saturday, March 29, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. Main Library Teen Space.

Khentrul Lodrö T’hayé Rinpoche Speaking on Finding Joy In Troubled Times

, With so much discontent and so many displaced by firess, please join us for an event with Rinpoche as he explores the potential and power of our mind when facing challenging times, from a wisdom that has been passed down from teacher to student for centuries. About the speaker Khentrul Lodrö T’hayé Rinpoche is the abbot of monastery in Tibet and oversees mediation groups across North America, Australia, and South Africa. Since 2002 Rinpoche has traveled year-round teaching seminars and leading retreats. During the COVID pandemic, Rinpoche held online retreats for his students around the globe. Khentrul Rinpoche is one of the only monks in the world with three khenpo degrees — the equivalent of three Ph.Ds in Buddhist philosophy. May of his students have nicknamed him “the mind training Khenpo” for his passion for teaching mind training practices. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Community. Talks & Lectures. Educational. Sunday, March 30, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Main Library.

Baby Storytime & Play

Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, March 31, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. 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, March 31, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Bilingual Evening Storytime

Join us for an evening bilingual storytime! Enjoy stories and songs in English and Spanish. Practice basic Spanish vocabulary, learn traditional rhymes and folklore of Latin America. Children ages 0-11 and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Preschool (3-5 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, March 31, 2025, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Main Library Community Room or Children's Area.

English Conversation Club

Practice learning, listening and speaking English in a friendly setting. Join us Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30pm at the Main Library. English learners of all skills levels are encouraged to attend! Call 626.798.0833 ext. 102 or email literacy@altadenalibrary.org with questions! Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Small Meeting Room.

Toddler Storytime

Join us for Toddler Storytime in our Community Room at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow storytime. Children ages 2-5 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Space is limited, so we recommend you come early to pick your spot. Audience: Early Learner (2-5 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Educational. Thursday, April 3, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. Main Library Community Room.

Teens! Take Up Space!: Autism Acceptance Month

Teens! Take Up Space! This month, come by to the Teen Space to help create an interactive display for the library focusing on Autism Acceptance Month! All teens (ages 13-18) are welcome to join! Volunteer hours given to those who are part of the volunteer program. Not a part of the program and you're 13-18 years old? Fill out our teen volunteer application. www.altadenalibrary.org/teens. Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Community. Exhibit. DIY & Crafting. Friday, April 4, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Main Library Teen Space.

Animals from around the World

Join us as we welcome Wildlife Learning Center and their animals from around the world! You will get a chance to see serval wildcat, owl or hawk, lizard, armadillo or hedgehog, North American porcupine, macaw, snake, and a tortoise. Registration required. Ages 3-12. About the Wildlife Learning Center Wildlife Learning and Conservation Center is dedicated to providing sanctuary for non-releasable wildlife and promoting conservation and appreciation of wildlife by engaging the public in educational experiences. Audience: Preschool (3-5 Years Old). Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Event Type: Educational. Science. Saturday, April 5, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

The Constellations Project w/ Side Street Projects

The Constellations Project is a queer intergenerational storytelling project. In these queer youth (open to ages 13-19 years old) art workshops, students will: collaborate with a queer working artist , connect with queer elders , have the opportunity to exhibit their work in two art exhibitions in 2025. Sign up at: tinyurl.com/constellationsproject, About the partner, Side Street Projects is an entirely mobile artist-run organization. We are devoted to community-centered artists through community-led programming that promotes creativity, wellbeing, and the potential for collective growth. We are centered and led by the justice-impacted communities of Pasadena and LA County. Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Art. Workshops & Classes. Saturday, April 5, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM. Main Library Teen Space.

Baby Storytime & Play

Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, April 7, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. 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, April 7, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Bilingual Evening Storytime

Join us for an evening bilingual storytime! Enjoy stories and songs in English and Spanish. Practice basic Spanish vocabulary, learn traditional rhymes and folklore of Latin America. Children ages 0-11 and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Preschool (3-5 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, April 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Main Library Children's Area.

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: Performance. Community. Music & Entertainment. Literature & Poetry. Theater. Monday, April 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

The Caregiving Games

'The Caregiving Games' were created by Rene(e) as they watched their grandfather struggling with dementia and stroke recovery and wanted to find ways to keep him engaged, strengthened and relearning, in a fun way, with whatever was already in the house or inexpensive/easy to obtain. In addition to those goals being met, playing the games led to a deeper connection between the two of them and now Rene(e) wants to share them with other caregivers in the hopes that they, and those they are caring for, can experience similar.  About the presenter In addition to playing and sharing The Caregiving Games, Rene(e) (she/they) absolutely enjoys spelling with numbers, doing jigsaw puzzles without a reference pic, creating art, especially in tribute to those gone before us and reading out loud (among many other things). Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Community. Health & Wellness. Talks & Lectures. Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

English Conversation Club

Practice learning, listening and speaking English in a friendly setting. Join us Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30pm at the Main Library. English learners of all skills levels are encouraged to attend! Call 626.798.0833 ext. 102 or email literacy@altadenalibrary.org with questions! Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Small Meeting Room.

Toddler Storytime

Join us for Toddler Storytime in our Community Room at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow storytime. Children ages 2-5 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Space is limited, so we recommend you come early to pick your spot. Audience: Early Learner (2-5 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Educational. Thursday, April 10, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. 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: "Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors" by Sonali Dev. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Book Clubs. Thursday, April 10, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Main Library Small Meeting Room.

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, April 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Main Library Teen Space.

Intro to D&D w/ Chase Chauffe

Teens (13-18 years old), join Game Master Chase Chauffe in this introduction to role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons. You'll learn how to get your games started with four world-building activities. No registration is required. All supplies will be provided. About the Game Master Chase Chauffe is a graduate of the Savannah College of Art & Design with over 10 years of public library youth programming experience. His favorite author is Ursula K. LeGuin, and his favorite artists are Hayao Miyazaki, Maurice Sendak, and Moebius. Audience: Teen (8th - 12th Grade). Event Type: Games. Saturday, April 12, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Second Saturday: Blue Breeze Band

Join us for a free indoor concert on the Second Saturday of the month. This month, we will host the Blue Breeze Band. Please note that the concerts begin at 6:30PM! Registration required, and this concert is indoors.  Food and drink will be available for purchase. About the band The Blue Breeze Band electrifies events throughout the United States with their dynamic blend of Motown, R&B, Soul, Funk, Jazz, and Blues. Their versatile sound and charismatic stage presence captivate audiences of all ages. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Music & Entertainment. Performance. Outdoors. Saturday, April 12, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Main Library.

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, April 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Altadena Main Library Reading Court.

Baby Storytime & Play

Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, April 14, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. 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, April 14, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Bilingual Evening Storytime

Join us for an evening bilingual storytime! Enjoy stories and songs in English and Spanish. Practice basic Spanish vocabulary, learn traditional rhymes and folklore of Latin America. Children ages 0-11 and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Preschool (3-5 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, April 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

English Conversation Club

Practice learning, listening and speaking English in a friendly setting. Join us Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30pm at the Main Library. English learners of all skills levels are encouraged to attend! Call 626.798.0833 ext. 102 or email literacy@altadenalibrary.org with questions! Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Small Meeting Room.

Adult Crafternoon: Gallery Glass

Join us for an afternoon craft at the Main Library. This month, we'll be painting Gallery Glass.  Meet us in the Main Library Community Room for this fun craft. Registration is required as space is limited. This event is for ages 18 and over. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

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. Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Toddler Storytime

Join us for Toddler Storytime in our Community Room at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow storytime. Children ages 2-5 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Space is limited, so we recommend you come early to pick your spot. Audience: Early Learner (2-5 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Educational. Thursday, April 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. Main Library Community Room.

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, April 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Main Library Teen Space.

Poetry Zine Workshop

We're making zines! Come join us to celebrate National Poetry Month with this zine-making workshop. Bring poetry you love, poetry you've written, or come with no plan at all. We'll also be creating a zine to add to the Library's collection, so after this program you can check out an item you've contributed to! Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Literature & Poetry. Workshops & Classes. Saturday, April 19, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

Baby Storytime & Play

Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, April 21, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. 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, April 21, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Bilingual Evening Storytime

Join us for an evening bilingual storytime! Enjoy stories and songs in English and Spanish. Practice basic Spanish vocabulary, learn traditional rhymes and folklore of Latin America. Children ages 0-11 and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Preschool (3-5 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, April 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Main Library Community Room.

English Conversation Club

Practice learning, listening and speaking English in a friendly setting. Join us Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30pm at the Main Library. English learners of all skills levels are encouraged to attend! Call 626.798.0833 ext. 102 or email literacy@altadenalibrary.org with questions! Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Small Meeting Room.

New Parent Infant Feeding Support Group

The New Parent Infant Feeding Support Group is a monthly meeting space for local new parents to gather and ask questions about infant feeding and breastfeeding/chestfeeding in a supportive, inclusive, and nonjudgmental setting. You will get the opportunity to ask any questions or concerns you have about new parenthood and infant feeding and receive appropriate advice from Rachel Paul, a registered nurse and a board certified lactation consultant, and open support from other attendees. A limited number of breastfeeding pillows and/or any other helpful feeding aids will provided. Attendance is not mandatory each month – this is an open support group, where attendance will vary month to month. About Rachel Rachel Paul (she/her) is a registered nurse and lactation consultant. She received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from New York University. After working for many years as an inpatient oncology nurse in bone marrow transplant, she began working in women's health and became an International Board… Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Educational. Community. Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Main Library Community Room.

Toddler Storytime

Join us for Toddler Storytime in our Community Room at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow storytime. Children ages 2-5 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Space is limited, so we recommend you come early to pick your spot. Audience: Early Learner (2-5 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Educational. Thursday, April 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. Main Library Community Room.

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, April 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: Behold the Monster: Confronting America’s Most Prolific Serial Killer by Jillian Lauren. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Book Clubs. Saturday, April 26, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Zoom.

Baby Storytime & Play

Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Join us for indoor Baby Storytime & Play at the Altadena Library! We'll have fun with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. A 15-minute playtime will follow the 30-minute storytime. Children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, April 28, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. Main Library Community Room.

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, April 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, April 28, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

Bilingual Evening Storytime

Join us for an evening bilingual storytime! Enjoy stories and songs in English and Spanish. Practice basic Spanish vocabulary, learn traditional rhymes and folklore of Latin America. Children ages 0-11 and their parents/caregivers are welcome. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Baby - Toddler (0-2 Years Old). Preschool (3-5 Years Old). Event Type: Story Time. Monday, April 28, 2025, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Main Library Children's Area.

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 welcomed. Audience: Elementary (Kindergarten - 5th Grade). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Main Library Community Room.

English Conversation Club

Practice learning, listening and speaking English in a friendly setting. Join us Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30pm at the Main Library. English learners of all skills levels are encouraged to attend! Call 626.798.0833 ext. 102 or email literacy@altadenalibrary.org with questions! Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Small Meeting Room.

Art Workshop: Super 8 Filmmaking Workshop

Come learn the fundamentals of Super 8mm filmmaking, get hands-on experience with the cameras, and participate in a demonstration of the eco-friendly development process! Open to all ages. In partnership with the Echo Park Film Collective. About the presenter, Echo Park Film Collective provides all-ages community film/video workshops, screenings, resources and residencies in Los Angeles and around the world. Welcome to our cinematic revolution! Audience: All-Ages Welcome. Event Type: Art. Educational. Workshops & Classes. Saturday, May 3, 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, May 5, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Main Library Reading Court.

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: TBD. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Book Clubs. Thursday, May 8, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Main Library Small Meeting Room.

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.

Second Saturday: Upstream

Join us for a free indoor concert on the Second Saturday of the month. This month, we will host Upstream. Please note that the concerts begin at 6:30PM! Registration required.  Food and drink will be available for purchase. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Music & Entertainment. Performance. Outdoors. Saturday, May 10, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Main Library.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Adult Craft Hour:

Join us for an afternoon craft at the Main Library. This month, we'll be ... Meet us in the Main Library Community Room for this fun craft. Registration is required as space is limited. This event is for ages 18 and over. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: DIY & Crafting. Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Due to the Eaton Canyon fire, the Altadena Library is currently closed.

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.

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: The Other Dr. Gilmer: Two Men, a Murder, and an Unlikely Fight for Justice by Benjamin Gilmer. Audience: Adult (18+ Years Old). Event Type: Book Clubs. Saturday, May 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Zoom.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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: TBD. 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.

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.