Windy Ridge Bluegrass Band will star in a free concert at Arcadia Public Library at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 16. Sponsored by the friends of the Arcadia Public Library, the event will also feature a silent auction of interesting and collectible books—proceeds will benefit children’s programming at Arcadia Public Library. Light refreshments will be…
Valentine’s Fun for Children at Arcadia Public Library
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for adults. Children ages 2 to 6, and their families, are welcome to enjoy a story, make crafts, and stay or play with their friends on Saturday, Feb. 9, from 11 a.m. to noon. Take comfortable seating as the Valentine’s Story, Craft and Play Day will be help outdoors on the…
Romance Writer Tea and Talk at Arcadia Library
Curious about the world of romance, writing and publishing? To celebrate Valentine’s Day, Arcadia Public Library is presenting an “I (Love) Romance Tea and Talk” featuring author Andrea Bolter. Ms. Bolter has published four novels for Harlequin, including “Her New York Billionaire,” “The Italian’s Runaway Princess,” and her newest, “The Prince’s Cinderella.” In her own…
African Folktale Storytime at Arcadia Public Library
Celebrate Black History Month with an evening of wonderful African folklore on Thursday, Feb. 7, at 6:30 p.m. Share in the adventures of Anansi the Spider and other favorite characters, and make a fun craft to take home. The event is free and no registration is needed. For more information, call (626) 821-5566 or visit…
Adults Enjoy Recess at Arcadia Public Library
Join Arcadia Public Library on the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. for Adult Recess, where adults can play, craft, color, and more. Adult Recess on Tuesday, Feb. 5, will feature rock painting—and the option of coloring. Supplies, snacks, and drinks are provided. This event is open to adults ages 18 and up….
Arcadia Library Partner With Other Libraries to Offer Business Classes
Starting or growing your business? Three local libraries are partnering to offer free classes on building your business. The Los Angeles Law Library, Arcadia Public Library, and the West Covina Public Library will be presenting a series of three weekly classes starting Wednesday, Jan. 30, with “How to Form a Corporation or LLC,” followed on…
Arcadia Library Offers Spanish/English Storytimes
Arcadia Public Library will debut a bilingual Spanish/English storytime on Thursday, Jan. 31, in the Jerry Broadwell Children’s Room. This monthly program is for 3 to 5-year-olds, featuring stories, songs, and activities in Spanish and English. The program will be offered Jan. 31, Feb. 21, and March 21, at 6:30 p.m. Each storytime lasts 30…
Let the Arcadia Library Help You Create a Capsule Wardrobe
Have a closet full of clothes, yet never know what to wear? The Arcadia Public Library has a class for you. On Thursday, Jan. 17, from 7-8:30 p.m., stylist and fashion expert Candace Hanna, of Style by Candace, will explain everything you need to know about curating and rocking a capsule wardrobe. For more information,…
Learn Chinese Calligraphy at Arcadia Public Library
Learn the art of Chinese calligraphy in anticipation of Chinese New Year at a special workshop at the Arcadia Public Library on Saturday, Jan. 12 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The class will be taught by Ms. Si Ning, doctor of literature. All supplies are provided. The class is for adults only, space is…
Barks and Books at the Arcadia Public Library
Children in kindergarten through fifth grade can practice reading aloud to a specially trained therapy dog who loves to hear a good story. The cute pup will be at the Arcadia Public Library on Saturday, Jan. 5, and Saturday, Feb. 2, at 11 a.m. This program is made possible by the generous time and effort…