(Central) Sewing: Level 1
2025-09-15 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Central Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, 90602, United States
Sewing is back at the Whittier Public Library!
Check out Sewing: Level 1 this September, October, & November.
Our next Level 1 session will be on Monday, September 15th at 5:30pm at the Central Library in the MakerSpace. This is an introductory program, and is designed for those who have never used a sewing machine before or need to brush up on the basics.
Materials and sewing machines will be provided. Sign up at the Central Adult Reference Desk starting on the first of the month. For teens and adults.
Already got the basics down and want to get some more practice? Check out our Sewing: Level 2 sessions to work on different projects.
Space is limited, you must be on time or your spot may be given to someone who is on the wait list.
Call the Central Library for more info, 562-567-9900
7344 Washington Ave. 90602

(Central) Arts & Chats
2025-09-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Central Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, 90602, United States
Join us for Arts and Chats, a laid-back space to create art, chat with fellow creatives and share ideas. All skill levels welcome! Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, it’s all about creativity and connection. Come for the art, stay for the conversation! 🎨✨
Wednesday, September 17th
5:30 PM
Central Library – MakerSpace
7344 Washington Ave. 90602
For more information, contact us at 562-567-9900
This program is for teens & adults, no registration required.

(Central) Loteria
2025-09-20 13:00 - 14:30 | Central Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, 90602, United States
Join us for Lotería at the library—Mexico’s colorful, bingo-style game of chance – fun, prizes and laughter for all ages! Due to limited space, Registration is required, please visit an Adult Reference Desk or call the library (562) 567- 9900.
Central Library
7344 Washington Ave.
September 20th, 1 PM
For all ages!

(Central) Sewing: Level 2
2025-09-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Central Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, 90602, United States
Sewing is back at the Whittier Public Library!
Check out Sewing: Level 2 this September, October, & November!
Our next Level 2 session will be on Monday, September 22nd at 5:30pm at the Central Library in the MakerSpace. This program is designed for beginner level sewers who know the basics or those who have already attended a Level 1 session
Materials and sewing machines will be provided. Sign up at the Central Adult Reference starting on the first of the month. For teens and adults.
Never used a sewing machine before or maybe its been a while? Check out our Sewing: Level 1 session to brush up on the basics.
Space is limited, you must be on time or your spot may be given to someone who is on the wait list.
Call the Central Library for more info, 562-567-9900
7344 Washington Ave. 90602

(Central) Maker Night
2025-09-29 17:30 - 19:30 | Central Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, 90602, United States
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.

(Branch) Kanopy club
2025-09-29 18:00 - 19:45 | Whittwood Branch Library, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave, Whittier, CA, 90603, United States
Like to watch films for free? Join us each month for Kanopy Club! Enjoy a film and snacks at the library. Bring a friend or fellow film lover!
This month we’ll be showing “Loving Vincent” (2017). Monday, September 29th at 6:00pm.
“In a story depicted in oil painted animation, a young man comes to the last hometown of painter Vincent van Gogh to deliver the troubled artist’s final letter and ends up investigating his final days there.”
Tickets available at the Reference Desk.
Whittwood Branch Library – 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave.
For more information please call 562.567.9950

The 11th Annual Booktoberfest
2025-10-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Central Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, 90602, United States
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.
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
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.

(Central) Sewing: Level 1
2025-11-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Whittier Public Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, CA, 90602, United States
Sewing is back at the Whittier Public Library!
Check out Sewing: Level 1 this September, October, & November.
Our last Level 1 program for this session will be on Monday, November 10th at 5:30pm at the Central Library in the MakerSpace. This is an introductory program, and is designed for those who have never used a sewing machine before or need to brush up on the basics.
Materials and sewing machines will be provided. Sign up at the Central Adult Reference Desk starting on the first of the month. For teens and adults.
Already got the basics down and want to get some more practice? Check out our Sewing: Level 2 session to work on different projects.
Space is limited, you must be on time or your spot may be given to someone who is on the wait list.
Call the Central Library for more info, 562-567-9900
7344 Washington Ave. 90602

(Branch) Arts & Chats
2025-11-12 17:30 - 18:30 | Whittwood Branch Library, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave, Whittier, CA, 90603, United States
Join us for Arts and Chats, a laid-back space to create art, chat with fellow creatives and share ideas. All skill levels welcome! Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, it’s all about creativity and connection. Come for the art, stay for the conversation! 🎨✨
📅 Wednesday, November 12th
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Whittwood Branch Library – MakerSpace
10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave. 90603
📞 For more information, contact us at 562-567-9900
This program is for teens & adults, no registration required.

(Central) Let's Make A Board Game
2025-11-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Whittier Public Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, CA, 90602, United States
Have you ever wanted to make your own board game? Well now is your chance! Join us for this discussion and workshop with game designer, Aaron Vanek to learn the ins and outs of making your own games from scratch. Learn about design, game mechanics, strategy and more! Call or visit the library to sign up.
📅 Saturday, Nov 15th
🕓 1:00 PM
📍 Central Library- 7344 Washington Ave. 90602
📞 For more information, contact us at 562-567-9900
Aaron Vanek, half of the immersive experience company called Spectacular Disaster Factory, has been playing and designing games most of his life, but teaching them in the classroom for the last ten years. For more information: AaronVanek.com or SpectacularDisasterFactory.com

(Central) Sewing: Level 2
2025-11-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Whittier Public Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, CA, 90602, United States
Sewing is back at the Whittier Public Library!
Check out Sewing: Level 2 this September, October, & November!
Our last Level 2 program for this session will be on Monday, November 17th at 5:30pm at the Central Library in the MakerSpace. This program is designed for beginner level sewers who know the basics or those who have already attended a Level 1 session.
Materials and sewing machines will be provided. Sign up at the Central Adult Reference starting on the first of the month. For teens and adults.
Never used a sewing machine before or maybe it’s been a while? Check out our Sewing: Level 1 session to brush up on the basics.
Space is limited, you must be on time or your spot may be given to someone who is on the wait list.
Call the Central Library for more info, 562-567-9900
7344 Washington Ave. 90602

(Branch) Growing Plants 101 (teen program)
2025-11-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Whittwood Branch Library, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave, Whittier, CA, 90603, United States
Join us for a fun and interactive program with help from Cal High’s AP Environmental Science students! Learn about the environment through games and hands-on activities, and take home your own seeds to plant and grow.
📅 Saturday, November 22nd
🕓 1:00 PM
📍 Whittwood Branch Library
10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave. 90603
📞 For more information, contact us at 562-567-9900

(Central) Reel Club: My Name is Lopez
2025-11-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Whittier Public Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, CA, 90602, United States
🎬 Reel Club presents: My Name is Lopez📅 Saturday, November 22 | 1 PM📍 Whittier Central Library Celebrate the remarkable life and music of Trini Lopez, the groundbreaking singer and guitarist whose story continues to inspire. Featuring special guest Gary Gand, guitarist and curator of the Trini Lopez Museum, who will share his memories and perform live with a rare 1968 Trini Lopez guitar featured in the film.🏆 Winner of “Best Documentary” at the Palm Springs Amdocs Festival🎶 The Gand Band — voted “Coachella’s Best Band” 4x✨ Free Admission | Everyone Welcome!#ReelClub #WhittierPublicLibrary #MyNameIsLopez #TriniLopez

(Central) Pyrography Woodburning
2025-11-24 17:30 - 19:00 | Whittier Public Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, CA, 90602, United States
Ignite your curiosity and learn about the art of woodburning, also called Pyrography.
Class starts at 5:30 PM at the Central Library’s MakerSpace on November 24th, For ages 14 & up! *Space is limited, please sign-up at the Adult Reference desk or call us (562) 567-9900.
Central Library
7344 Washington Ave
(562) 567-9900

(Branch) Kanopy Club
2025-11-24 18:00 - 19:45 | Whittwood Branch Library, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave, Whittier, CA, 90603, United States
Like to watch films for free? Join us each month for Kanopy Club at the Whittwood Branch Library!
Bring a friend or fellow film lover! This month showing “Mirror, Mirror” (2012). Monday, November 24th at 6:00pm. Snacks will be provided.
Tickets available at the Reference Desk.

(Central) What's Playing at the Library?: Ronstadt Revival
2025-12-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Central Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, 90602, United States
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!

(Central) Chill Out with E-books and More!
2025-12-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Central Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, 90602, United States
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

(Branch) Canvas & Cocoa: A Winter Paint Night
2025-12-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Whittwood Branch Library, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave, Whittier, CA, 90603, United States
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.

(Central) Needlepoint Basics for Adults
2025-12-20 10:30 - 12:00 | Central Library, 7344 S. Washington Ave, Whittier, 90602, United States
Dive into the world of needlepoint with us!
Saturday, December 20
Starts at 10:30 AM
Central Library MakerSpace
7344 Washington Ave., 90602
Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just getting started, this program is for you! Unleash your creativity and craft something stunning. 🌟
Space is limited; you must be on time, or your spot may be given to someone on the waitlist. Call the Central Library for more info, 562-567-9900

(Branch) Kanopy Club
2026-01-26 18:00 - 19:45 | Whittwood Branch Library, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave, Whittier, CA, 90603, United States
Like to watch films for free? Join us each month for Kanopy Club at the Whittwood Branch Library!
Bring a friend or fellow film lover!
This month showing “Minari.” (2021) Monday, January 26 at 6:00pm. Snacks will be provided. Tickets available at the Reference Desk.
