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Welcome to May Programming
There's so much to check out this month at Huntington Beach Public Library, including a Conversation Club where you can practice your language skills or chat during a fun hour of socializing. 
 
Learn something new, like how to play chess at our Table Top Games, get into gardening at Murphy's Lunch N Learn, or cook a new recipe and join our Cookbook Club! Join a book club, go on a walk, or hang out with us during movie night!
 
As always, registering is greatly appreciated and assures participants receive updates on programs. We look forward to seeing you! 
 
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Featured Programs
Walking Book Club
May 7th at 11:30am
Central Library
Meets in front of the library
Meet other audiobook listeners and book lovers while exercising and enjoying the outdoors. We will be walking the one mile path at Central Park.
 
Register here.
Lunch N Learn - Gardening
May 22nd at 12pm
Helen Murphy Branch Library
Bring a bag lunch and join us as we discuss our different gardening experiences and make newspaper potting cups for seedlings. Dessert and beverages will be provided.
 
Register here.
Table Top Games
May 23rd at 3pm
Central Library
In this monthly series of tabletop games you'll learn the basics of a featured game. Supplies will be provided and you'll get to play with other participants. No previous knowledge is required. This month the featured game is chess.
Register here.
Looking for more?
View upcoming adult events in our online calendar by clicking the button below!
August Calendar for Adults
Looking for a printable version? Check it out on our Adult programs website HERE!
 
 
Creative Programs
The Crafter's Corner 
May 5th at 6:30pm
Central Library
Join us for a different craft each month. All skill levels welcome.
 
Register here.
Adults with Disabilities with Families/Caregivers
May 6th at 10am
Central Library
A time to explore your creativity and meet new friends.
Register here.
Yarn and Conversation
Every Wednesday at 5:30pm 
Oak View Branch Library
¡Está invitado a reunirse, conversar, y trabajar en sus proyectos juntos!  Come meet, chat, and work on projects with other crafters.
 Puede registrar / register here.
Whimsical Gardens
May 17th at 11am
Main Street Branch Library
Join us as we venture into the world of gardening and garden crafts.  Each month we will learn about gardening and make something "Whimsical" for our gardens.  
Register here.
El Rincón del Artesano
May 19th at 6pm
Oak View Branch Library
Únase a nosotros para una manualidad divertida y fácil.
Join us for an enjoyable and easy craft.
  
Puede registrar / register here.
Fun and Games
Lotería Night / Noche de Lotería
May 12th at 6pm
Oak View Branch Library
¡Únase a nosotros para una tarde de Lotería - un juego de azar tradicional similar al Bingo!
Join us for an evening of Loteria - a game of chance similar to Bingo!
Puede registrar / register here.
Monday Movie Night
May 12th at 6pm
Central Library
Join us for a Monday Night Movie! We'll be watching Pride and Prejudice (2005) based on the book by Jane Austen. Popcorn and light refreshments will be served. All ages and families are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Register here.
Table Top Games
May 23rd at 3pm
Central Library
In this monthly series of tabletop games you'll learn the basics of a featured game. Supplies will be provided and you'll get to play with other participants. No previous knowledge is required. This month the featured game is chess.
Register here.
Cookbook Club
May 13th at 6:30pm
Central Library
If you love to cook, want to try a new recipe, or meet new friends--all at the same time--join our very first Cookbook Club! Details on how to participate available at the registration link. 
Register here.
Lunch N Learn - Gardening
May 22nd at 12pm
Helen Murphy Branch Library
Bring a bag lunch and join us as we discuss our different gardening experiences and make newspaper potting cups for seedlings. Dessert and beverages will be provided.
Register here.
Central Library Book Club
May 6th at 7pm
Central Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month. This month we will be discussing The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride.
 
Register here.
Helen Murphy Branch Book Club
May 7th at 11am
The Helen Murphy Branch Book Club meets the first Wednesday of every month. This month, we will discuss The Women by Kristin Hannah.
 
Register here.
Main Street Branch Library Lunch Book Club
May 15th at 12pm
Come and spend your lunch hour discussing The Sanatorium by Sarah Pearse. Tea and snacks will be provided or bring your lunch. Lunch Book Club meets the third Thursday of every month.
 
Register here.
Virtual Book Club 
May 20th at 7pm 
Virtual Book Club is a branch-off of the Central Book Club that meets online every other month on the third Tuesday. This month we will be discussing Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys.
 
Register here.
Banning Branch Library Book Club
May 29th at 5:30pm
Join us as we discuss The Art Thief by Michael Finkel. The Banning Branch Book Club mees the last Thursday of most months.
 
Register here.
Buffet Book Club
May 2nd at 2pm
Central Library
A book club where everyone chooses their own book but with one common ingredient! May's common ingredient will be the sea. Choose any book, fiction or non-fiction, set in or about the sea. The Chef recommends the Aegean, Sargasso, or Mediterranean but any choices are suitable. 
Register here.
Walking Book Club
May 7th at 11:30am
Central Library
Meets in front of the library
Meet other audiobook listeners and book lovers while exercising and enjoying the outdoors. We will be walking the one mile path at Central Park.
 
Register here.
Walking Audiobook Club
May 15th at 5:30pm
Central Library
Meets in front of the library
Meet other audiobook listeners and book lovers while exercising and enjoying the outdoors. We will be walking the one mile path at Central Park.
 
Register here.
Club de Lectura Silencioso
May 23rd at 10:30am
Oak View Library
¡El Club de Lectura Silenciosa en Español da la bienvenida a cualquier persona de 18 años o mayor que disfrute de la lectura junto con una buena taza de café o té! Este programa será en español.
 
Puede registrar aquí.
 
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Huntington Beach Public Library
Central Library
7111 Talbert Avenue
Huntington Beach, California 92648
714.842.4481

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