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SUMMARY:(Central) Author Talk and Book Signing: Heart-Centered Connections
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, October 10\, from 1–3 PM for a special author event featuring Dr. Niki Elliott\, author of Heart-Centered Connections: Seven Essential Skills for Helping Neurodiverse and Marginalized Children Thrive. \nIn this transformative and practical guide\, Dr. Elliott shares seven essential skills for supporting children who are too often misunderstood\, left out\, or labeled “difficult.” Drawing on decades of research and work with educators\, social workers\, parents\, and other child-serving professionals\, she explores how safety\, compassion\, trust\, and connection can help every child reach their full potential. \n✨ Hear Dr. Elliott discuss the ideas behind Heart-Centered Connections\, learn strategies for creating more neuroinclusive and supportive environments\, and have your book signed following the presentation. \n📅 Saturday\, October 10\n🕐 1:00–3:00 PM \nWhittier Central Library\n7344 Washington Ave\nWhittier\, CA 90602 \n📖 Author Talk & Book Signing \nWhether you’re a parent\, educator\, caregiver\, or someone committed to helping children thrive\, we hope you’ll join us for this inspiring conversation!
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/author-talk-10-26/
LOCATION:Central Library\, 7344 S. Washington Ave\, Whittier\, 90602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T180000
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SUMMARY:(Central) Reel Club: Scary Stories
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Library after hours for a Reel Club showing of “Scary Stories” a documentary that explores the children’s horror classic\, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz.\nIt includes the author’s family\, scholars\, folklorists\, artists\, and children’s book authors such as R.L. Stine\, Q.L. Pearce\, and more.\nDirector Cody Meirick will join us via Zoom immediately following the film to answer your questions and can share insight on the cultural impact of the series. \nWhittier Public Library – Central\nThursday\, October 15th\, 6:00 PM\n7344 Washington Ave\n562-567-9900
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/reel-10-26/
LOCATION:Central Library\, 7344 S. Washington Ave\, Whittier\, 90602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T180000
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SUMMARY:(Branch) Spooky Time Trivia
DESCRIPTION:The questions are scary\, but the competition is even scarier!Test your Halloween knowledge\, gather your friends and family\, and compete for bragging rights and a chance to win! Teams can have up to 4 players. Don’t have a team? No problem—we’ll pair you up with other attendees!October 22 at 6 PMWhittwood Branch Library10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave. For ages 18+Space is limited and registration is required. Call 562-567-9950 to sign up.
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/spooky-trivia-10-26/
LOCATION:Whittwood Branch Library\, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave\, Whittier\, CA\, 90603\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T194500
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SUMMARY:(Branch) Kanopy Club
DESCRIPTION: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 “Mars Attacks!” (1996) Monday\, October 26th at 6:00pm. Snacks will be provided. \nTickets available at the Reference Desk. For questions\, visit or call (562) 567-9950.
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/kanopy-10-26/
LOCATION:Whittwood Branch Library\, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave\, Whittier\, CA\, 90603\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260930T145942Z
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SUMMARY:(Branch) Autumn in Acrylics Paint Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Autumn in Acrylics Wednesday October 28th @ 2pm\nWhittwood Branch Library 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave.\n562-567-9950 \nEmbrace the season with an afternoon of Acrylic Painting! Learn step by step techniques to create a beautiful fall inspired canvas perfect for displaying in your home!\nTickets are limited!\nPlease call or stop by the Whittwood Branch Reference Desk to sign up
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/acrylics-10-26/
LOCATION:Whittwood Branch Library\, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave\, Whittier\, CA\, 90603\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T193000
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SUMMARY:(Central) Emo Night Crafts & Tunes
DESCRIPTION:Black eyeliner\, band tees\, and a little bit of angst? Grab your iPod and let’s get emo. 🖤🎧 \nSpend your Thursday crafting\, listening to your favorite emo anthems\, and relive your 2000s emo era with a night of crafts & tunes! 🎸🖤 \n👥 For teens & adults\n📅 Thursday\, October 29th\n🕜 6:00 PM\n📍 Central Library Community Room\n(7344 Washington Ave.) \nHang with us to create your own:\n📼 DIY cassette keychain\n📓 Emo-themed junk journal spread\n🎶 Listen to My Chemical Romance\, Fall Out Boy\, Paramore\, Panic! At the Disco\, Taking Back Sunday & more while you craft \nSpace is limited\, and registration is required.\nCall or visit the Central Library to register: (562) 567-9900
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/emo-10-26/
LOCATION:Central Library\, 7344 S. Washington Ave\, Whittier\, 90602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261109T180000
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SUMMARY:(Central) Aztec Soundbath
DESCRIPTION:With nearly 60 years of music\, cultural education\, and meditation\, Martin Espino will bring his Crystal Singing Bowls\, Mayan Gongs\, beautiful cosmic deep sounding Aztec flutes\, ocarinas and more proactive sounding instruments to help alleviate the stress in your life. Patrons can leave happy and rejuvenated! \nMonday\, Nov. 9 at 6PM \nAdults \nRegistration Required
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/soundbath-11-26/
LOCATION:Whittier Public Library\, 7344 S. Washington Ave\, Whittier\, CA\, 90602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T140000
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SUMMARY:(Central) Writing in Style Poetry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discover new ways to bring your words to life! Join Whittier Poet Laureate Alejandra Roggero\, founder of Poetry for the Masses\, for Writing in Style—an interactive workshop exploring the voices and techniques of celebrated poets. \nThrough poetry\, conversation\, and guided writing exercises\, participants will explore imagery\, rhythm\, metaphor\, voice\, and more—and use these techniques as inspiration to create poems of their own. \n✨ No previous poetry experience necessary! All writing levels are welcome. \n📅 Saturday\, November 14\n🕑 2:00 p.m.\n📍 Central Library\n👥 Adults-sign up at the Central Library Adult Reference desk. \nCome read\, write\, experiment\, and connect with fellow poetry lovers while discovering your own poetic voice.
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/poetry-workshop-11-26/
LOCATION:Whittier Public Library\, 7344 S. Washington Ave\, Whittier\, CA\, 90602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T180000
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SUMMARY:(Central) Reel Club: Route 66: The Main Street of America
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Library after hours for a Reel Club showing of “Route 66: The Main Street of America”.  The documentary is a centennial celebration of this legendary highway. It’s a powerfully moving feature-length documentary that travels the route\, sharing unforgettable stories along the way. From unexpected roadside attractions to revitalized main streets\, each encounter reveals communities finding new life and purpose—making new history—proving the most meaningful journeys often unfold on the road less traveled.\nDirector John Paget will join us via Zoom immediately following the film to answer your questions and can share insight on his journey across Route 66.
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/reel-11-26/
LOCATION:Whittier Public Library\, 7344 S. Washington Ave\, Whittier\, CA\, 90602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261121T103000
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SUMMARY:(Branch) Club de Libro
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a way to sharpen your spanish skills? Practice reading and speaking in Spanish by becoming a member of Club de Libro. Join us once a month to learn about books in our Spanish Language collection featuring Latin American authors. No registration is required. Join us on Saturday\, November 21 at 10:30 am to discuss Huaco Retrato by Gabriela Wiener. \nFor more information\, please call (562) 567- 9950. \nWhittwood Branch – 10537 Santa Gertrudes\, Whittier\, CA 90603 \n  \n¿Le gustaría mejorar su español? Practique la lectura y la conversación en español participando en nuestro Club de Lectura. Acompáñenos una vez al mes para descubrir y conversar sobre libros de nuestra colección en español\, especialmente  autores latinoamericanos. \nNo es necesario registrarse. Unasa el sabado 21 de noviembre a para conversar sobre Huaco Retrato de  Gabriela Wiener \nPara más información\, llámenos al (562) 567 – 9950 \nSucursal de Whittwood – 10537 Santa Gertrudes\, Whittier\, CA 90603
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/libro-11-26/
LOCATION:Whittwood Branch Library\, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave\, Whittier\, CA\, 90603\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261123T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261123T183000
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SUMMARY:(Central) Arts & Chats
DESCRIPTION: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!  🎨✨ \n📅 Monday\, November 23rd \n🕠 5:30 PM \n📍 Central Library – MakerSpace \n7344 Washington Ave. 90602 \n📞 For more information\, contact us at 562-567-9900 \nThis program is for teens & adults\, no registration required.
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/arts-chats-11-26/
LOCATION:Whittier Public Library\, 7344 S. Washington Ave\, Whittier\, CA\, 90602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261123T194500
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SUMMARY:(Branch) Kanopy Club
DESCRIPTION: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. Snacks provided.\nMonday\, November 23 at 6:00pm.\nThis month showing “High Life” (2018)\nMonte (Robert Pattinson) and his baby daughter are the last survivors of a damned and dangerous mission to the outer reaches of the solar system. The crew of death-row inmates led by a doctor (Juliette Binoche) with sinister motives has vanished. As the mystery of what happened onboard the ship is unraveled\, father and daughter must rely on each other to survive as they hurtle toward the oblivion of a black hole.\nTickets available at the Reference Desk. For questions\, visit or call (562) 567-9950.
URL:https://whittierplf.org/event/kanopy-11-26/
LOCATION:Whittwood Branch Library\, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave\, Whittier\, CA\, 90603\, United States
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SUMMARY:Both Libraries Closed
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