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Pasadena Central Library
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Linda Vista Branch Library
San Rafael Branch Library
Santa Catalina Branch Library
Villa Parke Community Center Branch Library

Exhibits

8:00 AM - 8:05 AM

Pasadena Central Library

FEBRUARY

Central Library

Celebrating Black History Month: 100 Years of Service: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority North Entry

Small Image Show Verdugo Hills Art Association Reading & Humanities Wings

Tempting Totes Centennial Room

Hastings Branch Library

Observations in Black--A Pictorial Celebration of Black History Month

Featuring the photography of Alfred Haymond

Reception • Thursday, Feb. 6 • 6-8 pm

MARCH

Central Library

One City, One Story North Entry

Women's History Month DAR Martin Severence Chapter Reading & Humanities Wing

Baskets, Barbies & Bad Asses: Toys Shaping Gender Roles Beauty Bites Beast Centennial Room

Open Computer Lab Time

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

La Pintoresca Branch Library

Computer Lab

Use our computer to research the Foundation Directory Online, create your resume, search for jobs and research and apply for government programs. Computer time may be limited based on demand.

Azure Lorica Fan Film Awards

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pasadena Central Library

Studio on 4th

This event is occurring in the Studio on the 4th floor of the library. For information please contact: Eugene Docena, 818-925-0322, or email e.cordell@azure.lorica.org. www.azurelorica.org

Azure Lorica Fan Film Awards

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pasadena Central Library

Donald R. Wright Auditorium

This event is occurring in the Donald R. Wright Auditorium of the library. For information please contact Eugene Docena, 818-925-0322, email info@azurelorica.org or visit the website www.azurelorica.org. This event is not sponsored by the Pasadena Public Library.

Citizenship Classes

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

La Pintoresca Branch Library

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship exam by enrolling in these free classes offered Friday mornings from 10-11:30 am.

To sign up, call (626) 744-7268.

Fridays (Jan. 24 through May 15, except April 10)

Funding for this grant is provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Scervices and Technoloty Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.

Baby Playtime

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Villa Parke Community Center Branch Library

Bring your toddlers to play with toys, listen to music, interact with other children and color.

For ages up to 3 years.

Wednesdays (except Feb. 12) • 11:30-12:30 p.m. • San Rafael Branch

Fridays • 10:30 a.m.-noon • Villa Parke Branch

Thursdays, Feb. 6 & March 5 • 10-noon • Hill Avenue Branch

Chocolate Storytime: Tales & Treats for Children

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

La Pintoresca Branch Library

Join us for an afternoon of storytelling and village building, featuring stories authored by and/or about African-Americans, read by Dr. Ayesha Randall. Have fun, make new friends and enjoy crafts.

For ages 3+

Exhibits

8:00 AM - 8:05 AM

Pasadena Central Library

FEBRUARY

Central Library

Celebrating Black History Month: 100 Years of Service: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority North Entry

Small Image Show Verdugo Hills Art Association Reading & Humanities Wings

Tempting Totes Centennial Room

Hastings Branch Library

Observations in Black--A Pictorial Celebration of Black History Month

Featuring the photography of Alfred Haymond

Reception • Thursday, Feb. 6 • 6-8 pm

MARCH

Central Library

One City, One Story North Entry

Women's History Month DAR Martin Severence Chapter Reading & Humanities Wing

Baskets, Barbies & Bad Asses: Toys Shaping Gender Roles Beauty Bites Beast Centennial Room

Weekly Storytime for Preschoolers

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Pasadena Central Library

Children's Story Room

Registration is open

Innovation Lab Orientation

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Pasadena Central Library

Innovation Lab

Get a brief introduction to the machines and software available for use in the Innovation Lab as well as iLab policies and procedures. Attendance at an Orientation is mandatory to be able to use the Lab during open hours. Orientation attendees will be required to turn in a signed Innovation Lab User Agreement form at the beginning of the orientation. Orientations are open to patrons aged 13+ only. Anyone under the age of 13 will not be allowed to participate in this event. Age 13-17 must bring a waiver with them to the orientation signed by a parent or guardian. Orientations are limited to 6 spots so please use the "confirm RSVP" button at the bottom of the page to reserve your spot.

Reservations are required to attend this event.

Tax & Investment Strategies Overview

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Pasadena Central Library

Studio on 4th

For information please contact:

Shawn Hsieh

626-373-6333

shawn@crugg.com

website: www.crugg.com

This event is not sponsored by the Pasadena Public Library.

Black History Festival

1:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Pasadena Central Library

Donald R. Wright Auditorium

1 p.m. • Partners to History: Martin Luther King, Ralph David Abernathy & the Civil Rights Movement
Presented by Donzaleigh Abernathy, daughter of the Rev. Ralph Abernathy.

2:30 p.m. • African American Poetry
Presented by Pasadena Rose Poets

3:30 p.m. • 200 Years of Black Pioneers in Pasadena and Los Angeles
Presented by Dave Nufer, program developer and docent with Pasadena Heritage and the L.A. Conservancy

Innovation Lab Open Hours

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Pasadena Central Library

Innovation Lab

Explore our Innovation Lab and create using the lab’s 3D printers, computers with software for 3D printing design, sewing machine, embroidery machine, laser cutter and Carvey. Users must have a valid Pasadena Public Library card in good standing to use the lab during open hours. Users must also complete and sign the Innovation Lab User Agreement and attend an orientation before using the lab. For more information about equipment and upcoming orientations and workshops, visit http://pasadenapubliclibrary.net/steam.

Please call 626-744-4066, option 7 to reserve equipment. Same-day reservations only.

Lab open hours:

Mondays & Saturdays (except Nov. 9 & Nov. 11) • 1-5 pm

Tuesdays & Thursdays (except Nov. 28) 4-8 pm

A Conversation With Lynell George

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Allendale Branch Library

Los Angeles-based journalist and essayist, Lynell George will share her insights on Los Angeles and sign copies of her new book "After/Image: Los Angeles Outside the Frame," a collection of her essays, evocative photographs, profiles, and reportage focused on her native city.

Exhibits

8:00 AM - 8:05 AM

Pasadena Central Library

FEBRUARY

Central Library

Celebrating Black History Month: 100 Years of Service: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority North Entry

Small Image Show Verdugo Hills Art Association Reading & Humanities Wings

Tempting Totes Centennial Room

Hastings Branch Library

Observations in Black--A Pictorial Celebration of Black History Month

Featuring the photography of Alfred Haymond

Reception • Thursday, Feb. 6 • 6-8 pm

MARCH

Central Library

One City, One Story North Entry

Women's History Month DAR Martin Severence Chapter Reading & Humanities Wing

Baskets, Barbies & Bad Asses: Toys Shaping Gender Roles Beauty Bites Beast Centennial Room

Pakistan Arts Council of USC

2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Pasadena Central Library

Donald R. Wright Auditorium

This event is occurring in the Donald R. Wright Auditorium at the Library. For information please contact Farah Bhatti, 626-864-2574 or farabhatti@gmail.com. This event is not sponsored by the Pasadena Public Library.

Exhibits

8:00 AM - 8:05 AM

Pasadena Central Library

FEBRUARY

Central Library

Celebrating Black History Month: 100 Years of Service: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority North Entry

Small Image Show Verdugo Hills Art Association Reading & Humanities Wings

Tempting Totes Centennial Room

Hastings Branch Library

Observations in Black--A Pictorial Celebration of Black History Month

Featuring the photography of Alfred Haymond

Reception • Thursday, Feb. 6 • 6-8 pm

MARCH

Central Library

One City, One Story North Entry

Women's History Month DAR Martin Severence Chapter Reading & Humanities Wing

Baskets, Barbies & Bad Asses: Toys Shaping Gender Roles Beauty Bites Beast Centennial Room

Open Computer Lab Time

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

La Pintoresca Branch Library

Computer Lab

Use our computer to research the Foundation Directory Online, create your resume, search for jobs and research and apply for government programs. Computer time may be limited based on demand.

SEIU2015 Presents IHSS ETS Clinic

10:15 AM - 2:45 PM

Pasadena Central Library

Studio on 4th

This event is occurring in the Studio on the 4th floor of the Library. For information please contact: Benjamin Dubon, 323-491-4715 or email benjamind@seiu2015.org. This event is not sponsored by the Pasadena Public Library.

Great Literature and Discussion Group

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lamanda Park Branch Library

Call (626) 744-7266 for the upcoming reading schedule.

Innovation Lab Open Hours

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Pasadena Central Library

Innovation Lab

Explore our Innovation Lab and create using the lab’s 3D printers, computers with software for 3D printing design, sewing machine, embroidery machine, laser cutter and Carvey. Users must have a valid Pasadena Public Library card in good standing to use the lab during open hours. Users must also complete and sign the Innovation Lab User Agreement and attend an orientation before using the lab. For more information about equipment and upcoming orientations and workshops, visit http://pasadenapubliclibrary.net/steam.

Please call 626-744-4066, option 7 to reserve equipment. Same-day reservations only.

Lab open hours:

Mondays & Saturdays (except Nov. 9 & Nov. 11) • 1-5 pm

Tuesdays & Thursdays (except Nov. 28) 4-8 pm

Homework Help

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

La Pintoresca Branch Library

After-school Homework Help

Need help with your homework or practice reading? Drop by the library and one of our volunteers can help.

For students in grades K–5: Mondays & Wednesdays (except Feb. 12 & 17) 3:30–5:30 p.m. Hastings Branch

For students in grades K-10: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays (except Feb. 12 & 17, March 30 & 31) 2:30–5:30 p.m. La Pintoresca Branch

For students in grades K-8: Tuesdays 4-6 p.m. Central Library/ Children’s Room

Beginning & Intermediate English Classes

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

La Pintoresca Branch Library

Homework Help

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Hastings Branch Library

After-school Homework Help

Need help with your homework or practice reading? Drop by the library and one of our volunteers can help.

For students in grades K–5: Mondays & Wednesdays (except Feb. 12 & 17) 3:30–5:30 p.m. Hastings Branch

For students in grades K-10: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays (except Feb. 12 & 17, March 30 & 31) 2:30–5:30 p.m. La Pintoresca Branch

For students in grades K-8: Tuesdays 4-6 p.m. Central Library/ Children’s Room

Dr. Seuss Birthday: T-Shirt Painting

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Villa Parke Community Center Branch Library

Join us for a special t-shirt painting party celebrating Dr. Seuss’s birthday. All materials provided.

To sign up, call (626) 744-6510.

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