Events Calendar

Emmy Lam demonstrates how to make leaf rubbings using crayons, and then enhance the artwork with watercolor leaf stamps, which you can use to make your own leaf bookmarks and 3D pop-up greeting cards!

Join us in the Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen the FIFA World Cup 26™. Join us in the comfortable, air-conditioned Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen…

Join the Fairfax Teen Council as we pull out our 3-D pens, colored pencils, and other gadgets and craft supplies to sew, seal, cut and create! All materials and refreshments provided, ages 11 and older.

Create a forever melting popsicle sculpture!

Join us as we learn how to make Vietnamese spring rolls! Vietnamese spring rolls are scrumptious and a healthy choice of food. They are served cold (not fried) and filled with fresh crunchy vegetables, herbs, and rice noodles and wrapped in rice…

Join the Porter Ranch Teen Council to get involved at the library and make a difference in your community! We will collaborate on creative projects, plan events and activities for teens, earn community service hours, build leadership and teamwork…

Feeling crafty? Come by and design your own amulet or magnet out of shrinky-dink plastic and then watch the power of heat transform it. We have plenty of material for this program so bring all your friends.Everyone is welcome!

Join us in the Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen the FIFA World Cup 26™. Join us in the comfortable, air-conditioned Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen…

Join us in the Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen the FIFA World Cup 26™. Join us in the comfortable, air-conditioned Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen…

Join us for a teen interest film screening.

Join Chef Jess Wang for a hands-on exploration of a beloved Chinese dessert tradition: hand-rolled sticky rice dumplings. Discover the cultural meaning behind these sweet treats while learning how to shape and fill them, including colorful, fruity…

Join us for a roll of the dice and an hour or so of fun and strategizing. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to board games, this event is perfect for teens and adults of all ages. Come share some laughter and friendly competition with fellow…

Celebrate the 100 year anniversary of the Central Library by decoupaging catalog cards. Once dry, you can use the card as a cool bookmark! Open to ages 12-18.Celebra los cien años de la biblioteca central decorando cartas de catálogo. Puedes usar la…

Learn all about tie dye and make your own colorful bandana or tote bag. All supplies are provided. Participants are also welcome to bring their own tshirt or other white clothing to dye.This activity is for teens and tweens 11-18 only.

Join us for a hands-on workshop where mindfulness meets crafting! This program combines an informal, open conversation about managing teen stress with the relaxing art of Zen gardening. We provide everything you need to build a stunning, personalized…

Join us for a hands-on safari around the world program to meet reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods of all sizes. Learn about various feeding habits and get the chance to safely hold some of the animals.
All ages are welcome.This program was made…

Trends may change, but tie-dye is here to stay! We will have a limited supply of white t-shirts available, but participants are also welcome to bring their own t-shirts or tote bags to dye. All necessary tie-dye materials will be provided. This event…

Join Certified Food Preservation Instructor Brie Wakeland Muszynski for a presentation on how to safely make yogurt, butter, and a variety of soft cheeses at home. The presentation includes tasting samples, and a yogurt, butter, and cheese zine.

Design your own custom tote bag using colorful fabric markers, stencils, and summer-inspired art! Create a bag for beach days, books, shopping, or everyday use while showing off your personal style. Ages 9-18.

Join master storyteller Karen Golden as she takes you on a storytelling and musical adventure up your street and around the world!Open to all families.

Make ice cream, then add your favorite toppings!

Join us for a variety of games, including board, card, video, and block-coding games.

Join Chef Jess Wang for a communal experience centered around a beloved Chinese dessert tradition: making hand-rolled sticky rice dumplings. Explore the symbolic significance of these delightful dumplings as you learn to prepare fruity and vegetable…

Join the Faifrax Teen Council and Chef Acooba as we learn how to roll our own sushi! All materials provided, ages 11 and older. This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles.