Empowering Minds & Building Community Through the Whittier Public Library
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The Whittier Public Library Foundation exists to ensure our libraries have the vital resources they need to grow, evolve, and serve. Through generous community support and ongoing fundraising efforts, the Foundation bridges the gap between public funding and the Library’s full potential—advancing knowledge, inspiring lifelong learning, and responding to the changing needs of Whittier’s diverse community.
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Upcoming Events
From culinary gatherings like Booktoberfest and Spring Tea to inspiring Guests at the Eileen Bigelow Speaker Series and Whittier Reads, the Foundation provides programs and events for everyone to enjoy.
Want to experience the fun? Click below to learn when, where, and how.
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This exciting, yet cozy paint class will teach you about various types of brush techniques. Come learn about perspective, shading, and proportions. And yes, there will be a hot cocoa bar available too! The fun happens here at Whittwood Branch library on December 16th at 6pm. Limited spots, register at Whittwood Branch library or by calling 562-567-9950
Registration begins Monday December 1st at 10am.
Whittwood Branch Library
10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave.
The library might take a little holiday break soon… but your books and movies don’t have to! 😄 Learn how to use Libby, CloudLibrary, and Kanopy so you can read, watch, and listen anywhere this winter season.
Saturday December 6th, at 10 AM at the Central Library`s Homework Center (upstairs), bring your up-to-date library card, and mobile device if you`d like and learn about Overdrive`s suite of e-resources available to you!
Central Library
7344 Washington Ave
562-567-9900
This Holiday season, we’re celebrating our very first BUY ONE, GIFT ONE Membership Special 🎄🎉✨
From now through Dec 31, donate $50 or more to become a Foundation Member and get a 2nd Membership FREE to gift 🎁✨
Every donation directly supports next year’s events at the @whittierpubliclibrary 📚
Plus it’s tax deductible! 📝
Support your library today and help us keep the magic going all year long! 💙💛
🔗WhittierPLF.org/HolidayGift
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🎶 Holiday Concert Alert! 🎄Join us on Thursday, December 4 at 6 p.m. at the Whittier Central Library for a magical evening of music with Shannon Rae and Jeff Hale — two members of the touring band Ronstadt Revival – A Tribute to the Legendary Linda Ronstadt!Enjoy an intimate acoustic set featuring some of Linda’s greatest hits plus festive holiday favorites. Bring your friends and family and come ready to sing along and celebrate the season! ❤️🎤
We’re grateful for you - the people who make our library feel like home 🧡📚
Every program we launch, every story we share, every moment of learning and connection… it all happens because our community shows up with so much heart.
Thank you for supporting the @whittierpubliclibrary and for being the reason this place matters 📘📙📕
🍂Happy Thanksgiving Whittier! 🦃
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It’s official! ✨ Our new website is live at WhittierPLF.org 🌟
Tap the link in our bio to see what’s new—events, programs, and big things ahead in 2026! 💙📚💛
#loveyourlibrary #whittierplf #wplf #whittier #whittierpubliclibrary #whittierpubliclibraryfoundation #whittierca #puppets #puppetsofinstagram
Welcome to Maker Night at the Whittier Public Library! This month`s theme is Hispanic Heritage!
Have a relaxing evening chatting with fellow makers while exploring a variety of Hispanic Heritage inspired crafts like papel picado and hojalata. Perfect for anyone looking to unwind and make something fun.
📅 Monday, September 29th
🕠 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Central Library, in the MakerSpace
7344 Washington Ave. 90602
📞 For more information, contact us at 562-567-9900
This program is for adults, no registration required.
Fall is here! 🍂🍁Which means our favorite event - 📙Booktoberfest🍺 - is just around the corner!
🎟️Last day to purchase Tickets is Oct 4
🔗Booktoberfest.org
🗓️ October 9, 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍Whittier Central Library, 7344 Washington Ave.
🌮 Food Vendors🍪
@uptown_provisions
@bizarracapital
@cgk_2.0 (Crooked Gaff)
@crepesgrapes
@lascaris_italian
@thechickenkoop
@providence_bakehouse
@labodegabrewingco
🍺Beer & Wine Vendors:🍷
@whittierbrewing
@brewjeriacompany
@labodegabrewingco
🎵Live music by Ernie Hernandez
We can’t wait to see you there! 🍻
#Booktoberfest #wplf #whittierplf #whittierpubliclibraryfoundation
#fundraiser #octoberfest #whittier #whittierca
🍻Booktoberfest is just 3 weeks away! 🎃
Come hungry, thirsty, and ready to win big prizes as we enjoy our best vendor lineup yet —all while supporting the @whittierpubliclibrary 📚
🎟️Tickets are on sale now at 🔗Booktoberfest.org
🗓️ October 9, 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍Whittier Central Library, 7344 Washington Ave.
🌮 Food Vendors🍪
@uptown_provisions
@bizarracapital
@cgk_2.0 (Crooked Gaff)
@crepesgrapes
@lascaris_italian
@thechickenkoop
@providence_bakehouse
@labodegabrewingco
🍺Beer & Wine Vendors:🍷
@whittierbrewing
@brewjeriacompany
@labodegabrewingco
🎵Live music by Ernie Hernandez
We can’t wait to see you there! 🍁
#Booktoberfest #wplf #whittierplf #whittierpubliclibraryfoundation
#fundraiser #octoberfest #whittier #whittierca
🎃 BOOKTOBERFEST is back for its 11th year! 🍻
🗓️ Thursday, October 9, 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Whittier Central Library, 7344 Washington Ave.
Tickets are on sale NOW! ⏰🍻
Join us for a festive fall night filled with local flavors, craft beer, delicious food, photo ops, live music, dancing, and a silent auction — all in support of the @whittierpubliclibrary.
🎟️ Tickets are limited! Early-bird prices end August 31:
$75 WPLF Members
$85 Non-Members
✨ Every ticket purchased helps fund library programs, events, and equipment that benefit the entire Whittier community.
🔔 Prices go up September 1st — so don’t wait!
Get your tickets at Booktoberfest.org (linked in our bio!) 🔗
#whittierpubliclibraryfoundation #whittier #whittierpubliclibrary #booktoberfest #whittierlocal
Save the date! Bookoberfest returns on October 9th with a night of food, drink, and entertainment in support of the Whittier Public Library! For more information, visit www.booktoberfest.org (link in the bio)
Date: October 9, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Whittier Central Library, 7344 Washington Ave.
Tickets:
Available for purchase online and in person at Central Library and Whittwood Branch Library
Visit www.booktoberfest.org for more information (link in the bio)
Ticket Prices (through August 31st)
$75 WPLF Members
$85 Non-Members
Tickets are limited! Purchase your tickets today - Prices go up on September 1st!
Not a Whittier Public Library Foundation member? Join today at whittierplf.org.
#booktoberfest #wplf #whittierpubliclibraryfoundation
It’s not too late! 📖📚☀️You can still sign up for the @whittierpubliclibrary Summer Reading Club today!! With 4 weeks left to go, there’s still plenty of books everyone in the whole family can enjoy to track their progress and earn rewards! 🏆
Visit your local library today to sign up now!
A special shout out to @mycustompuppet for bringing our Foundation Friends to life!
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