October Events at Altadena Library!

E-CONNECT | October 2026 UPDATE FROM THE ALTADENA LIBRARIES

The Altadena Library District (all locations) will be closed on Friday, Oct. 16, for Staff Development.

Fab Lab will have adjusted hours due to workshops. Please see our online calendar for details.

Altadena Library District Candidate Forum
Monday, Oct. 19 • 6-7:30pm
Altadena Community Center

Hear directly from the Altadena Library District Area 3 Trustee Candidates for the November 3 Election. Learn about their ideas on the libraries’ future. What do you want to know?

Meeting will be in-person and moderated by our partner League of Women Voters-Pasadena Area.

We Offer Passport Services in Altadena

Altadena Library offers passport services. Our experienced authorized agents are bilingual (English/Spanish). They process the DS-11 application only.

We provide services 7 days a week:

Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm/Appointment Only @ Altadena Community Center
Sat-Sun: 9am-5pm/Appointment & Walk-Ins @ Bob Lucas Memorial Library

To make an appointment, call 626-798-2950. For more information, check out our webpage at AltadenaLibrary.org/Passports or email us at passport@altadenalibrary.org.

Reserve a Room at Bob Lucas Library!

Meeting rooms (maximum capacity either 3 or 8 people) are available for use by patrons who have a valid library card and are 13 years or older. Room reservations can be made up to 7 days in advance, and you can reserve for two (2) hours maximum per day.

Sign-ups are taken in-person at the Bob Lucas Information Desk, in our library app, at any of our self-service kiosks, or by clicking here!

English Classes (English as a Second Language)
Mon-Thur Every Week • 10:30am-12pm
Bob Lucas Memorial Library, 2659 N Lincoln Ave

English Conversation Club
Every Saturday • 10-11:30am
Bob Lucas Library

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

Join the in-person conversation club and practice your English language speaking skills in a welcoming and relaxed environment. All speaking levels are welcome. For adults +18.

Fall 2026 Weekly Curiosity Connection Schedule

Scheduled stops may be cancelled due to weather. Check our social media or online calendar for updates to the schedule!

Now we will be visiting MonteCedro the first Tuesday afternoon (don't worry, you can still see us at Fair Oaks Burger the rest of the month). Also, our Webster's Community Pharmacy stop has moved to Thursday morning.

Starting in September stop by, sign up for a library card, and check out a book!

Tuesdays, 10:00am - 12:30pm, GROCERY OUTLET 2270 Lake Ave., Altadena
Every Tuesday (*except Sep. 1, Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 1), 3:00 - 5:30pm, FAIROAKS BURGER 2560 Fair Oaks Ave, Altadena
Tuesday (Sep. 1, Oct. 6, Nov.3, Dec. 1), 3:00 - 5:30pm, MONTECEDRO 2212 El Molino Ave, Altadena – NEW
Thursdays, 10:00am - 12:30pm, WEBSTER'S COMMUNITY PHARMACY 2333 Lake Ave., Altadena
Thursdays, 2:30 - 5:00pm, PRIME PIZZA 1900 Allen Ave., Altadena
Fridays, 1:30 - 4:30pm, KIDSPACE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM 480 N. Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena

Spice Club! • October: Harissa

Bob Lucas Memorial Library, 2659 Lincoln

Join our Monthly Spice Club! From June through December, visit the Bob Lucas Library to pick up a spice kit during regular business hours. Monthly kits consist of a spice sample and 2 recipe cards to try cooking with the featured spice at home. While supplies last. October spice: Harissa

October Storytimes!

Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5), Mondays, 9:30-10:15am, Bob Lucas Library

Toddler Storytime (walking-3), Tuesdays, 9:30-10:15am, Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park
Baby Storytime (0-walking), Thursdays, 9:30-10:15am, Bob Lucas Library

Music & Movement!
Friday, Oct. 2 • 9:30-10:30am
Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for Music & Movement!

Through songs, dancing, and free exploration of musical instruments, little ones will develop early literacy skills and have the opportunity to discover rhythm and sound!

In-N-Out Burger Cover to Cover Club
Saturday, Oct. 3 – Saturday, Nov. 14

In-N-Out Burger invites children ages 4 to 12 to read five books or for 300 minutes. Sign up at the Bob Lucas Memorial Branch or at our Loma Alta Park library!

For each five books read, participants will receive a certificate for a free hamburger or cheeseburger! Limit of three certificates per child, while supplies last.

Art of the Streets! for Teens
Saturday, Oct. 3 • 1-2pm
Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

We will be learning & creating artwork inspired by graffiti and street art. Come explore a day of fun lettering, using different markers, materials and styles with Sergio Hernandez!

For Teens, 7th-12th grade, only! Registration is required as supplies are limited.

Open Mic Night
Monday, Oct. 5 • 6-7:30pm
Courtyard at Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

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.

Chess Night
Every Tuesday • 5:30-7:30pm
Bob Lucas Memorial Library Reading Court

Calling all beginners and experienced players, Chess Night is back! Players of all ages and skill level are welcome. We will have chess sets available for you to discover new chess moves and make new friends.

The Reading Court is located outside of the library building, so chess night will be hosted so long as weather is permitting.

Mirelle Ortega Reading Pepe and the Piñata and Craft
Thursday, Oct. 8 • 4-5pm
Bob Lucas Library

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Mirelle Ortega joins us again for a reading of the book she illustrated, "Pepe and the Piñata," with a make-your-own-small Piñata workshop to follow. Free books will be available while supplies last.

Heartthrob Hangout Book Club
Thursday, Oct. 8 • 4:30-5:30pm
Bob Lucas Memorial Library

Check out our newest book club and join us for a monthly discussion of a selected romance novel. This month's romance pick: "Mexican Gothic" by Sylvia Moreno-Garcia

Spooky Doodle Party at Tailtown Cats
Friday, Oct. 9 • 5-6pm
Tailtown Cat Cafe, 1780 E. Washington Blvd.

Try your hand at doodling creepy cats and ghastly ghosts during this spooky doodle party at Tailtown Cats! Tail Town Cats in Pasadena is a fun, feline-centric event space that houses 30-40 adoptable rescue cats. Spend an eerie evening with the cats practicing ghoulish drawing techniques to craft spooky (but not too scary!) doodles to add a dash of spine-tingling flair to your spooky season! All materials will be provided.

Registration and release form are required.

Build-An-Alien Workshop
Saturday, Oct. 10 • 1-2pm
Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Children 5-12 are invited to build their very own creepy alien creature to take home this Halloween season!

Think like a scientist, design like an artist, and build like an engineer! Use all kinds of cool materials to create your very own creepy alien creature to take home this Halloween season!

Silent Reading Party
Sunday, Oct. 11 • 11am-12pm
Bob Lucas Memorial Library

Join us for our Silent Reading party. We provide the space for you to catch up on your TBR list in quiet solitude. Spend 45 minutes reading alongside other community members in our lovely Reading Garden and for the last 15 minutes, you can choose (or not) to share what you just read. Ages 18+

Huntington Health - Health Screening at Bob
Tuesday, Oct. 13 • 10am-12pm

Bob Lucas Memorial Library

Come and receive free health counseling and screenings by a registered nurse.

No appointment/registration is necessary.
Personal health guidance
Hypertension (high blood pressure) screening
Diabetes (high blood sugar) risk assessment and screening (min. 2 hour fasting)
Medical and social services and referrals
Health promotion literature and resources

Fall for Tea – Japanese Tea Tasting
Tuesday, Oct. 13 • 5:30-7pm
Bob Lucas Library

Sharing the culture of Japanese tea, Shingo from Tea Tea Tea will be brewing select teas for tasting. Guests will receive their own tasting cup for attending.Space is limited; registration required.

Teen Volunteer Program Orientation
Thursday, Oct. 15 • 5–5:30pm
Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Teens ages 13-18 are invited to volunteer at the Altadena Library! As a teen volunteer, you can earn service hours by assisting with various library programs and tasks that suit your schedule.

Halloween Trivia & Coffee Hour
Saturday, Oct. 17 • 11am-12pm
Bob Lucas Library

Come grab a coffee and a donut while we sit down for Halloween-themed trivia! Come as a group or enter as a solo player. The winner will go home crowned the Halloween Hero, complete with a trophy. For adults 18+.

Altadena Poets Laureate Series – Launch Event
Saturday, Oct. 17 • 11am-2pm
Altadena Community Center

Become. Be Art. Belong.

Altadena Poets Laureate Program 2026-2027 Season.

We invite you to six writing workshops and two readings/open mics.

Come for the poems, prompts, and community.

Stay for the space to sharpen your work.

All levels welcome.

Hear Altadena voices and poets from across the region.

Put your story on the page.

Write what only you can say.

Join the 2026-2028 Altadena Poets Laureate for the launch program that will include feature poet readings, a panel & conversation, and writing workshop. Featuring Elline Lipkin and other poets. Bring something to write with and in.

Hosted by Altadena Poet Laureate Community Events Rhonda Mitchell and Altadena Poet Laureate Editor-in-Chief Shahé Mankerian

Event supported by the Friends of the Altadena Library and Altadena Library Foundation

Astronomer Talk and Star Party!
Saturday, Oct. 17 • 7-9pm
Bob Lucas Library

Join Carnegie Science at Bob Lucas Library for an astronomer talk, space crafts, and a family-friendly star party with telescope observing, weather permitting. Families, beginners, and seasoned stargazers of all ages are welcome. Come learn about the wonders of the universe and experience the excitement of observing celestial objects up close!

Guac n Roll
Sunday, Oct. 18 • 2-3pm
Bob Lucas Library

Let’s cook together! Join us to learn about the local history of the Hass avocado while making some delicious guacamole! All ages welcome! Registration required.

Adult D&D
Monday, Oct. 19 • 6-8pm
Odyssey Games, 1795 E Colorado Bl

Register for a game of adventure and fun! Beginners and seasoned players welcome. We'll be playing at Odyssey Games in the private game room upstairs.

Teen Leadership Council (TLC)
Tuesday, Oct. 20 • 5-6pm,
Bob Lucas Library

Join this year’s Fall cohort (for teens 7th-12th grade, only)! As a group, we will work together over 3 months to collectively identify social issues Altadena teens and other community members face.

Every month, we will find creative ways to take action through community service as well as plan out our summer programs! You will get hands on experience with programming, budget planning, and marketing with the support of the librarian.

This is a perfect opportunity for you to enhance and strengthen your college applications. Receive volunteer hours if you are a part of the Teen Volunteer Program.

Drop in any of these dates or come to all 3, registration is required, space is limited:

10/20/26, 11/17/26, 12/16/26

Adult Crafternoon: Pumpkin Painting
Wednesday, Oct. 21 • 4–5:30pm,
Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Join us for an afternoon craft and Loma Alta Park! This month, we're painting pumpkin! Supplies are first come, first serve.

Little Ghouls Paint & Sip
Wednesday, Oct. 21 • 5-6pm
Bob Lucas Library

Young artists will create their own festive fall or spooky-season masterpiece on a mini canvas while enjoying kid-friendly seasonal refreshments, including chilled apple cider and sparkling grape juice. No painting experience is needed—just bring your creativity! All supplies will be provided.

Ages 6–11. Space is limited and registration is required.

Cozy Crafters @ Callisto
Friday, Oct. 23 • 4-6pm
Callisto Tea House, 1359 N. Altadena Dr.

Immerse yourself in crafty arts! Bring your own project to work on or dip into our supply basket. We'll socialize, help each other out when we get stuck, and maybe, just maybe, finish that thing you've been working on.

True Crime All The Time Virtual Book Club

Saturday, Oct. 24 • 4-5pm

Zoom

Join us for a virtual book club meeting the 4th Saturday of every month to discuss a true crime title.

Book: "Chasing Evil: Shocking Crimes, Supernatural Forces, and an FBI Agent’s Search for Hope and Justice" by John Edward and Robert Hilland

The Library Where It Happens: Unrehearsed Hamilton Night
Saturday, Oct. 24 • 6-7:30pm
Bob Lucas Library

In partnership with Cornerstone Theater Company, raise your voice and be part of the story! Join us for an all-ages, interactive sing-along inspired by Hamilton: An American Musical, where anyone can jump in and perform, no auditions, no pressure, just pure fun.

Enjoy a lively evening of music, crafts, costumes, and light refreshments as we celebrate creativity, storytelling, and community. Come dressed to impress (or express!) and get ready to be in the library where it happens.

Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Monday, Oct. 26 • 5–7pm
Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park

Want to find out more about our Board? Join our regular meeting of the Altadena Library Board of Trustees in person or virtually at https://www.youtube.com/AltadenaLibrary

Halloween Bash x 100 Books Club for ALD Teens
Friday, Oct. 30 • 6-7:30pm
Bob Lucas Memorial Library

Come celebrate Halloween & the release of the new 100 Books Club for ALD Teens! Get fun swag for signing up, snack on food, listen to rad music, vibe with other teens, & we will have a costume contest! Costumes are encouraged!

Live music by Spectre, local teen band! For Teens in 7th - 12th grade, only!

Registration is required!

Baby & Toddler Halloween Party!
Saturday, Oct. 31 • 10:30am-12:30pm
Bob Lucas Library

Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a spooktacular celebration of early literacy, play, and fun! Costumes are welcome!

Register and learn about the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Reading Program, enjoy baby & toddler friendly crafts and sensory activities, and take home a goody bag while supplies last!

SAVE THE DATE:
Altadena Library 100th Anniversary Celebration!
Saturday, Nov. 7 • 11am-2pm
Bob Lucas Library

Join us at the Bob Lucas Library as we celebrate 100 years of providing library services to our amazing community.

We will kick off the morning with a family storytime with a special guest storyteller in our children's area. Then, we will host a short ceremony with local historical organizations, elected officials, Altadena Poets Laureate, and other special guests at noon, and we will have crafts, an historic exhibit, and 100th anniversary-branded swag!

We hope you can join us!

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600 E. Mariposa Street Altadena, CA 91001

Phone: (626) 798-0833

Closed for renovation
as of Feb. 1, 2026

Bob Lucas Memorial

Library & Literacy Center

2659 Lincoln Avenue

Altadena, CA 91001

Phone: (626) 798-8338

Monday – Thursday:
10:00am – 8:00pm
Friday & Saturday:
10:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Altadena Library
at Loma Alta Park*
3330 N. Lincoln Avenue
Altadena, California 91001

Phone: (626) 798-0833

Monday – Thursday:
10:00am – 6:00pm
Friday & Saturday:
10:00am – 5:00pm

*Altadena Library at Loma Alta Park is located in the park’s Social Hall. The Social Hall is a unit of the County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation System.

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