Summer 2015: Libraries
The Beach Cities county libraries will be in full force this season with a motley of free programs and events for all ages.
Manhattan Beach
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The much anticipated, Manhattan Beach library celebrated its grand opening this month. The two-story, 21,000 sq. ft., $26.3 million project features a view to rival a home on The Strand. Amenities include an adult reading area with a fireplace, an interactive children’s area and the first automatic book-sorting machine in the county. Every Tuesday morning from May 12 to June 6, the library hosts “Toddler Storytime” for the little humans and their caregivers and will include songs, movement and other engaging activities. Registration is required. For teens, CD Recycle art is June 17 at 4 p.m. Sheet Music Decoupage on July 10 at 3 p.m. and PSAT Strategies Session on July 29 at 6:30 p.m.
Manhattan Beach Library: 1320 Highland Ave. (310) 545-8595
Hermosa Beach
The Hermosa Beach library spring reading sessions for toddlers and preschoolers continue through May, on Wednesday and Fridays respectively. All are invited to kick off the summer reading program on June 26 at 3 p.m. with Buster Balloon and learn all about the program amid balloons and laughter. Children of all ages are welcome.
If you’re looking for books for keeps, or to donate, don’t miss the Hermosa Beach Friends of the Library’s monthly book sale — May 16 and June 20 from 9 a.m. to noon — at Bard Street Bookstore, just around the corner from the library. Donations are accepted at the library during regular business hours or at the Bard Street facility most Monday mornings.
Hermosa Beach Library: 550 Pier Ave. (310) 379-8475
Redondo Beach
On Saturday, May 16, at 10:30 a.m., the main Redondo library will kick off a local writers’ meet up with a presentation from local author Christopher Lynch. The kickoff will be followed by a second meet up on June 13 and a third on July 11 in the main library’s second floor meeting room.
For kids, there’s storytime for ages 1 to 5 on Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m., another one for ages 3 and 4 on Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. all through July. Every Tuesday at 6:45 p.m., BookPALS (Performing Artists for Literacy in Schools) brings SAG actors and actresses into the libraries for reading demonstrations.
On Tuesday, May 19, Introduction to Pranic Healing, a no-touch technique using life force to heal, will take place. Meditation classes will be taught on June 23 at 6:30 p.m. and on July 18 at 11 a.m.
Redondo Beach Main Library: 303 North PCH. (310) 318-0675
Redondo Beach North Library: 2000 Artesia Blvd. (310) 318-0677