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Exhibit: "Reflections" by Dr. Patricia Woodlin

Friday, March 31, 2023
Hastings Branch Library
The premise for this exhibition entitled "Reflections" is to share or "reflect" on the unique point of view from a Woman of Color on contemporary and historical topics (Blacks Lives matter, Social and Political injustice and mental health) as seen through her creatively diverse artistic perspective (photomontage, collage , mixed-media and assemblage). 
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Take & Make: Geometric Unicorn

Friday, March 31, 2023
Hastings Branch Library
 Make a little magic of your own with this delightful geometric unicorn craft.  Sign up to reserve a kit starting March 20 at https://cityofpasadena.libwizard.com/f/geometric_unicorn. Signups are available immediately on March 20, no need to wait for libraries to open to sign up. Signups availabe through March 31, or while supplies last. Reserved kits can be picked up at Hastings Branch Library.
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Take & Make: Spring Lambs

Sunday, April 16, 2023
Hastings Branch Library
Spring has sprung and the new lambs are frolicking in the fields! Celebrate the season with this darling craft. Sign up to reserve a kit, starting April 3, at https://cityofpasadena.libwizard.com/f/spring_lamb.  Signups are available immediately on April 3, no need to wait for libraries to open to sign up. Signups last through April 16, or while supplies last. Reserved kits can be picked up at Hastings Branch Library,.
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Take & Make: Spring Chick

Sunday, April 30, 2023
Hastings Branch Library

These adorable new hatchlings are a perfect way to ring in the Spring season. Sign up to reserve a kit, starting April 17, at https://cityofpasadena.libwizard.com/f/hatched_chick. Signups are available immediately on April 17; no need to wait for libraries to open to sign up. Signups available through April 30, or while supplies last. Reserved kits can be picked up at Hastings Branch Library.

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Teen Writers Meetup

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Hastings Meeting Room
Join other teens and write! Whether you are crafting poetry or a novel, writing can be lonely as it's typically a solo endeavor, but meeting with others who share the passion can be a great for inspiration and encouragement. We might write together, use writing prompts, or share our work in a safe and supportive space. For teens only. Sign up here to attend.

Our theme for March will be poetry; our theme for April will be essay writing strategies.

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.


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Homework Help (K-5)

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Kids in grades K-5, come and get help from a friendly teen volunteer. Work through questions on your homework or practice reading! First-come first-served. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.
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Mighty Chondria: Elephant Toothpaste

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
In this workshop you'll use everyday products to create a foaming reaction so colossal you might say it's fit for an elephant!  For ages 7-12

Presented in Zoom • Sign up here; please provide an email address where login instructions will be sent to you.

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.


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Toddler Storytime

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Hastings Branch Library
Hastings Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime full of songs, rhymes, puppets and fingerplays! For toddlers 1-3 and their caregivers. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability


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Get Real! Virtual Reality at PPL

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Hastings Meeting Room
Come on in and give Virtual Reality (VR) a try! We have Oculus Quest–virtual reality visors and handsets for the full VR experience. Walk on Mars, visit the International Space Station, do some guided meditation, or try any of our many other available VR experiences. For ages 13+. No registration necessary.

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.

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Homework Help (K-5)

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Kids in grades K-5, come and get help from a friendly teen volunteer. Work through questions on your homework or practice reading! First-come first-served. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.
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Qigong & Tai-Chi for Health/Wellness

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Hastings Meeting Room
Join us for an hour of gentle exercise with instructor Christie Kay, who will lead us in a half hour of Qigong and a half hour of Tai-Chi focused on general health and wellness.

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.


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Homework Help (K-5)

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Kids in grades K-5, come and get help from a friendly teen volunteer. Work through questions on your homework or practice reading! First-come first-served. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.
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Sew It Begins: Baskets

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Need a decorative but functional basket for your side table or to hold your craft supplies? In this Zoom class you’ll follow along at home with your sewing machine and learn to sew the tiny treasures basket and tray pattern. 

Presented in Zoom • Sign up here; please provide an email address where login instructions will be sent to you.

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.


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Homework Help (K-5)

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Kids in grades K-5, come and get help from a friendly teen volunteer. Work through questions on your homework or practice reading! First-come first-served. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.
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Video Game Club

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Hastings Meeting Room
Stop in for gaming on the Nintendo Switch. Make new friends while playing games. New experiences and engaging social interaction every week. Must play well with others. Drop by and join the Video Game Club! For ages 14-19. No registration required. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability


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Sew & Sew: Empowering Youth

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Hastings Meeting Room
In this Alterations and Sewing for Beginners class, you will learn how to use a sewing machine, make alterations and sew clothes by using a pattern. Instructor Renetta Lipscomb has been teaching secondary students for over two decades. Her passion is empowering youth to express their individuality by altering and making clothes that complement their unique body, shape and personal style. You'll receive a list of needed materials at your first meeting. For ages 15-18. 

Sign up here to attend.

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability


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Homework Help (K-5)

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Kids in grades K-5, come and get help from a friendly teen volunteer. Work through questions on your homework or practice reading! First-come first-served. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.
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Toddler Storytime

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Hastings Branch Library
Hastings Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime full of songs, rhymes, puppets and fingerplays! For toddlers 1-3 and their caregivers. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability


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Homework Help (K-5)

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Kids in grades K-5, come and get help from a friendly teen volunteer. Work through questions on your homework or practice reading! First-come first-served. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.
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Book Chit Chat

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Hastings Meeting Room

Call branch for details.

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability

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Homework Help (K-5)

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Kids in grades K-5, come and get help from a friendly teen volunteer. Work through questions on your homework or practice reading! First-come first-served. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.
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Homework Help (K-5)

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Kids in grades K-5, come and get help from a friendly teen volunteer. Work through questions on your homework or practice reading! First-come first-served. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.
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Video Game Club

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
Hastings Meeting Room
Stop in for gaming on the Nintendo Switch. Make new friends while playing games. New experiences and engaging social interaction every week. Must play well with others. Drop by and join the Video Game Club! For ages 14-19. No registration required. 

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability


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Kids Writing Workshop

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Hastings Branch Library
Hastings Meeting Room
Kids: Are you super imaginative? Do you like to create your own stories, poems, comics or novels? Meet other creative kids like you and write, using writing prompts and activities to feed your imagination! For kids age 9-12. Sign up here to attend.

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability

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iBook Club

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hastings Branch Library
"New Adult" readers in their 20s and 30s, including participants using speech-generating devices, are welcome. Each month a new topic is discussed. 

Presented in Zoom • Sign up here; please provide an email address where login instructions will be sent to you.

For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.


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