July Events at Altadena Library!

E-CONNECT | JULY 2025 UPDATE FROM THE ALTADENA LIBRARIES

The Main Library and Loma Alta Park location will be closed on Friday, July 4.

The Bob Lucas Memorial Library is currently closed for renovations.

Want to find out more about our Board?

Come in person to a Board of Trustees meeting (check our online calendar for dates) or join us virtually at

https://www.youtube.com/AltadenaLibrary

Bob Lucas Library Almost Done

SAVE THE DATE: GRAND REOPENING CELEBRATION SATURDAY, AUGUST 16!

The renovation and expansion of the Bob Lucas Memorial Library is about done, and the grand reopening celebration is scheduled for Saturday, August 16!

Library Operational Updates!

Drop by to use a computer, check out books and other materials, or print important documents (up to 20 B&W pages free).

The Friends of the Altadena Library are not accepting any used book donations at this time.

Altadena Libraries for Summer
Reading Program Ends August 16!

Level-Up! at the Altadena Library District this Summer!

Sign up (children and adults receive a tote bag and book when they register/teens recevie a tote bag and reading journal) and earn 5 badges between now and August 16 by reading or completing activities. Redeem badges for prizes throughout the summer (while supplies last). Challenge yourself to read 500 minutes and help us reach our community goal of 250,000 minutes!

To sign up and for more information, stop by the library or visit AltadenaLibrary.Beanstack.org!

Lunch at the Library
for Children & Teens (ages 18 and under)
Monday-Friday • 11:30am-12:30pm
June 9 - August 1 (except 6/19 & 7/4)
Main Library Community Room

Children & teens (18 and under) can join us for a free lunch and fun activity this summer from 11:30am-12:30pm, Monday-Friday (June 9-Aug. 1) at the Main Library.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Summer Food Service Program is a program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education. Lunch at the Library is a project of the California State Library, supported with funds from the State of California.

Live Portrait Drawings
Wednesday, July 2 • 1-3pm
Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

The Art Curation Committee (ACT) of the Altadena Library District has invited Hand Follows Eye Studio to perform live portrait drawings of our patrons. Swing by to get yours!

Tech Help Fundamentals: Password
Wednesday, July 2 • 3-4:30pm
Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Learn about using password managers to get and keep control of your important, private information. We’ll talk about how to keep your information safe and show you how to use free, non-commercial software like Keepass and Syncthing that support your needs. USB memory stick provided (limited supplies available). A brief presentation will be followed by hands-on demonstration and software assistance.

Ukulele Lessons
July 2, July 16, July 23, July 25 & July 31
Main Library Community Room

Join us for a series of ukulele lessons taught by Children of One Planet! For ages 7-11.

Kintsugi L.A.
Saturday, July 5 • 2-3:30pm
Main Library Community Room

Learn the ancient technique of Kintsugi as a metaphor for healing and strength, celebrating the idea that our scars can make us more beautiful. Participants may bring their own piece of broken ceramic or use a provided kit. Registration is required.

Zany Zoe Magic
Monday
July 7
1:00-1:45pm
Main Library Community Room

Level Up the magic with Zany Zoe.

Open Mic Night
Monday, July 7 • 6-7:30pm
Main Library Community Room

Come share your music, story, or latest spoken word poem! We'll spend the evening cheering on our neighbors' work. All ages and genres welcome.

Families in Schools: Bringing Comfort Through Stories
Wednesday, July 9, 4-5pm
Friday, July 18, 4-5pm
Wednesday, July 23, 4-5pm
Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Saturday, July 12, 3-4pm
Saturday, July 19, 3-4pm
Main Library Community Room

Join Families In Schools’ volunteer storytellers who will read stories that create comfort and joy. After the storytime, children (grades preschool-3rd) will take home a backpack with books to keep.

Community Food Distribution
Wednesday, July 9 & July 23 • 11am-1pm
Main Library Parking Lot

Impacted by the Eaton Fire? Stop by the Altadena Library to pick up a bag of fresh produce, courtesy of Hollywood Food Coalition.

Supplies are limited, first come, first served! If you can, please bring your own extra bags!

The mission of Hollywood Food Coalition is to nourish the community by rescuing and distributing food, preparing nightly meals, and uniting efforts to achieve food equity.

English Classes (English as a Second Language)
Monday-Thursday every week • 10:30am-12pm Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2889 N Lincoln Ave

Build your English fluency to help work through everyday situations. Our casual, small group sessions are designed for beginning English learners. Classes are free and in person. To sign up, call (626) 798-0833 x 102.

Heartthrob Hangout Book Club
Thursday, July 10 • 4:30pm
Altadena Main Library Small Meeing Room

This month's book: "Summer Romance" by Annabel Monaghan

Bob Baker Marionette Theater
Friday, July 11 • 10:30-11:15am
Main Library Community Room

Join the Bob Baker Theater for a musical jamboree is heading your way! Join our troupe of marionettes for a musical medley unlike any other. From skating bears to dancing cacti, our Traveling Jamboree is filled with fan favorite performances and sparkling puppets sure to bring joy to any celebration! For ages 0-12. This is a Lunch at the Library event.

Seeing Real Success Kids & Teens Yoga w/ certified instructor Dana Macc
Saturday, July 12 • 10-11am
Main Library Community Room

Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor Dana Macc from Pasadena will guide participants through a gentle and engaging practice that combines yoga, mindfulness, and somatic experiencing. This event is part of our commitment to benefit Altadena residents by fostering healing, emotional resilience, and inner balance for our community’s youth.

Mind Mode Yoga w/certified instructor Dana Macc
Saturday, July 26 • 10-11am
Main Library Community Room

This session is dedicated to Altadena residents, focusing on restoring balance, promoting healing, and fostering community connection. Through yoga, mindfulness, and somatic experiencing, we aim to create a space where you can relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect. For adults 18+.

Sunshine Storyteller
Monday, July 14
1:00-1:45pm
Main Library Community Room

Come laugh, sing and spread your wings with Ina, The Sunshine Storyteller! "Kaleidoscope" is a collection of humorous animal stories, songs and movement games from around the world for elementary school-aged kids and their families.

Altadena Creative Non-Fiction Writing Circle
Tuesday, 7/15, 7/22 & 7/29 • 6:30-7:45pm
Main Library Community Room

This will be a 3-part program (3 weeks) that introduces participants to the concepts, techniques, and methods of the creative nonfiction genre. Space is limited. You only need to register once for all 3 sessions.

Bubblemania
Thursday
July 17
4:00-5:00pm
Main Library Community Room

Come and level up your bubble knowledge!

Join us for a show about the science of bubbles!

Ages 5-12. Space is limited so its a first come, first-served basis.

Shred Day
Friday, July 18 • 8am-12pm
Main Library Parking Lot

Bring old bills, bank statements, and other sensitive documents to our FREE, secure shredding event. Please remove rubber bands, plastic bags, and other binding materials from your paperwork. First come, first served.

Noteworthy Puppets - S.T.E.A.M. Works: The Puppet Musical
Friday, July 18 • 1:00-1:45pm
Main Library Community Room

Whiz kids Max and Julie create competing entries in an effort to win a trip to Space Camp as part of the "Build a Better World Science Fair."

S.T.E.A.M.works: The Puppet Musical is a fun, musical S.T.E.A.M. adventure on target to inspire a new generation of makers with the debut of the World's first 3D printed puppet character in a live puppet show!

Kids Drumming
Monday, July 21
1:00-1:45pm
Main Library Community Room

Delton Davis, educator, musician author, founder and director of Kids Drumming will teach children about the rhythmic world around us through music, movement, and language.

Dungeons & Dragons: A Summer Adventure
Monday, July 21 & August 11 • 6-7:30pm
Main Library Community Room

Are you ready for a summer of adventure?! We're holding a 4-part D&D campaign for adults, no experience with Tabletop RPGs necessary! We recommend signing up for the whole series to get the full experience, but registering for a single night is allowed.

You will need to sign up for each session you plan to attend! Sign up at www.altadenalibrary.org/programs.

The remaining nights are:

July 21
August 11

Wildlife Learning Center
Friday, July 25
1:00-2:00pm
Main Library Community Room

Join us as we welcome Wildlife Learning Center as they present Jr Animals Around the World. Children and families may see up close animals such as a North American Porcupine, Macaw, Armadillo, Hedgehog, Lizard, Snake, Bunny or Chinchilla, and one of their big Bugs!

Magic Mania with Joe Selph

Monday, July 28
1:00-1:45pm
Main Library Community Room

Hilarious magic that will have the kids (and adults) bursting at the seams with laughter.

Farm to Summer:
Eat a Rainbow
Wednesday, July 30
1:00-2:00pm
Main Library Community Room

Participants will learn about the health benefits of eating a variety of fruits and vegetables. Includes tasting a rainbow of fruits and veggies. Children ages 2-12 and their parents/caregivers are welcome.

Etsy 101 Workshops with Etsy Shop Owner Jennifer Hafner
Wednesdays, July 30, August 6 AND August 13
3:30-5:30pm
Main Library Community Room

The Etsy 101 Workshops will be an immersive experience designed to transform your creative passion into profitable entrepreneurship. These 3 intensive classes are tailored for individuals eager to launch their Etsy shops successfully. These workshops offers you hands-on assistance in setting up your Etsy shop and using Canva's free graphic design software to make your logo and listing images. Registration required: one registration for the series.

July Events for All Ages

Chess Night
Every Monday
5:30-7:30pm
Main Library Reading Court

July Events for Children

Summer Storytime (ages 0-5), Every Thursday, 10:30-11am, Main Library Community Room

Decorate Your Own Tote Bag! (ages 6-12), Wednesday, July 2, 1-2pm, Main Library Community Room

DIY Wind Chiimes (ages 6-12), Thursday, July 3, 3-4pm, Main Library Community Room, Registration required

Crafternoon for Children! (ages 6-12), Tuesday, July 8, 3-4pm, Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

DIY String Art (ages 6-12), Wednesday, July 9, 1-2pm, Main Library Community Room

Evening Storytime (ages 3-5), Monday, July 14, 5:00-5:30pm, Main Library Community Room

Build a Dragon Workshop (ages 3-12), Wednesday, July 16, 1-2pm, Main Library Community Room

Stay & Play for Toddlers!, Tuesday, July 22, 11am-12pm, Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Bookmark Craft (ages 6-12), Wednesday, July 23, 1-2pm, Main Library Community Room

Heart Tree Craft (ages 6-12), Tuesday, July 29, 3-4pm, Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park, Registration required

Cardboard Construction Zone

Saturday, July 5
11:00am-12:30pm
Main Library Community Room

Join us in the Community Room to learn the basics of cardboard engineering and make your own cardboard creature and creations! Recreate your favorite book character, your house, or marble track -- fabricate something fantastic!

Ages 5-12 invited to participate, no registration required.

Frog Scavenger Hunt
July 1-July 31
Main Library Children's Room

Frogs have been leaping around the library! Come to the Children's Room this month to find the frogs. Once you find all the frogs, stop by the Children's Desk to receive a prize! For ages 6-12.

July Events for Teens

Gelli Printing, Tuesday, July 1, 1-2:30pm, Main Library Teen Space

Mini Bookshelves, Tuesday, July 8, 1-2:30pm, Main Library Teen Space

Insect Shadowboxes, Tuesday, July 15, 1-2:30pm, Main Library Teen Space

Perler Beads, Tuesday, July 22, 1-2pm, Main Library Teen Space

DIY Pressed Flower Frames, Thursday, July 24, 1-2:30pm, Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Lego Signmaking
Thursday, July 10, 1:00-2:30pm
Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Make your own sign using Lego Dots! Supplies are limited.

Code Ninjas x ALD Teens

Friday, July 11 • 4-6pm • Main Library Teen Space

Retro games meet ninjas, ninjas meet retro games! In this hands-on workshop, teens will use Microsoft MakeCode Arcade to design and code their own games inspired by classic platformers and adventure genres.

You'll bring your creations to life on handheld gaming devices—ready to play and share with friends!

Registration is required - space is limited!

LA Game Rock
Tuesday, July 29
1-3pm
Main Library Parking Lot

LA Game Rock is an immersive gaming truck experience with multiple gaming consoles. Come play games with your friends or meet Teens!

July Events for Adults

Gardening 101, Wednesday, July 9, 12-1pm, Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Huntington Hospital Health Screenings, Monday, July 14, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Main Library

Adult Crafteroon: DIY Mosquito Repellent Candles, Wednesday, July 16, 4 to 5 p.m., Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Cozy Crofters Club, Friday, July 25, 4 to 6 p.m., Callisto Tea House

Murder Mystery: Pasta, Passion & Pistols
Tuesday, July 8
5:30-7:30pm
Main Library Community Room

Help us solve a murder mystery! Who killed restauranteur Pepi Roni?

Registration required.

True Crime All The Time Virtual Book Club

Saturday, July 26

4 to 5 p.m.

Zoom

Book: "Trail of the Lost: The Relentless Search to Bring Home the Missing Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail" by Andrea Lankford

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