Downey City Library

STEM Tinkering Club Saturday, October 14, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Pre-registration is required. Sign up online on our website or at: forms.gle/SN8LhF6tDMKF7R…

The Downey City Library is excited to share a special art installation tomorrow! This installation was created in collaboration with local artist Taryn Lee, and is only for one day so don't miss out on this special moment!

Satisfy Your Cravings with Beyond the Book's Food Truck Lineup: Helping Hands Coffee, LA Donut, Nacho Me Vegan, and Rice Balls of Fire! September 30th, 2023 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM For more information and updates, visit: 📷 downeylibrary.org/beyond-the-book #BeyondTheBook #DowneyCityLibrary

Join WriteGirl in the Workshop for a special zine making activity! WriteGirl is an acclaimed creative writing and mentoring organization serving more than 700 teens and young adults annually, mainly from greater Los Angeles.

Join Alyson from Remainders for a special jewelry making activity in the Workshop! Learn a few simple jewelry techniques that will allow you to turn your old baubles into new treasures. This activity is suitable for ages 7+

Students will get a brief intro to the perils of landing a rover on the rough Martian surface. Then they will use the principles of the Engineering Design Process to design, build, and test an impact lander meant to protect their cargo when landing on another planet.

Lastly, local poets Vickie Vertiz and Olga Garcia Echeverría will host a poetry reading, titled Why We Write with students from WriteGirl, a National Arts & Humanities Youth Program Award-winner providing creative writing & mentoring services for more than 700 teen girls annually

The third panel discussion will feature owners of three local, independent bookstores - MiJa Books, IBookPark, and Con Todo Press - sharing their experiences opening independent bookstores, why indie bookstores continue to be relevant, and the importance of children’s books.

The next panel discussion will be led by The L.A. Project, a street photography collective of skilled photographers who aim to capture and tell the stories of the streets of Los Angeles. They will share their work and talk about their experiences as urban photographers.

The panel discussions kick-off with independent book publisher Lil’ Libros and their panel We are the New Storytellers, which features Lil’ Libros authors and illustrators sharing about their Latino/Latinx identities and experiences and how they bring them to life in their work.

We're delighted to unveil The Neighborhood Orchestra as our headlining act at Beyond the Book. Join us for an unforgettable evening of cool jazz! For updates and information, visit: 🔗 downeylibrary.org/beyond-the-book

We're thrilled to share that the Bob Baker Marionette Theater will be gracing the stage at Downey City Library's annual Beyond The Book event! Stay tuned for more details, updates and information. Visit: downeylibrary.org/beyond-the-book #bobbakermarionettetheater #BeyondTheBook

We're excited to announce that Chulita Vinyl Club will be taking the stage at Beyond the Book! Stay tuned for more details about this electrifying event, including additional performers and activities. For updates and information, visit: downeylibrary.org/beyond-the-book

Get ready for Beyond the Book, our much-awaited annual library celebration! 🗓️ September 30th, 2023 🕛 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM 📍 Downey City Library 🎟️ FREE for all ages For more info 🔗 downeylibrary.org/beyond-the-book #BeyondTheBook #DowneyCityLibrary

Skillshare offers thousands of classes taught by working professionals on topics including illustration, design, photography, video, freelancing, and more. The last day to redeem a Skillshare seat for 12 months access is September 30th, 2023. Go to downeylibrary.org/databases

Thank you to our friends from the Columbia Memorial Space Center @columbiaspace for hosting an activity at our Thursday Play Date! We had so much fun creating mazes for hex bugs. 🧑‍🔬🤗👩‍🔬

Looking for a new book to read? 👀 Make sure to check out our New Arrivals section when visiting the library! We are always adding new books to the collection so you never know what you’re going to find, and who knows, you may find your new favorite book! 📚😊

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Explore the basics of crochet in our Workshop! All materials will be provided. This class is intended for beginners. Saturday, September 2nd Adult Class (18+): 10am-12pm Teen Class (13-17): 1pm-3pm Registration is required in-person, online or by phone (562) 904-7366.

On Thursday, August 31, we are proud to show two films that delve into the darker side of human nature and explore the impact of industrialization on society, as well as the consequences of greed and power. Princess Mononoke PG-13 at 3:30PM & There Will Be Blood rated R at 6PM.