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- Free Flu Shot Clinics
- ArtNight
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- 2020 One City, One Story Selection Announcement
- Young Readers League
- A Conversation with Author Michael Connelly
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- Films
- Halloween Thrills & Chills
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Please visit our website for a full listing of events
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FREE Flu Shot Clinics
Pasadena Public Library offers free flu shot clinics in partnership with Huntington Hospital Community Outreach and Pasadena Public Health Department this October and November. Vaccine supplies are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. Please wear short sleeves.
Huntington Hospital Community Outreach Free flu shots will be offered to adults ages 18 years and older and children ages 9-17 with parent/guardian present for consent. No allergy to eggs or previous influenza vaccine. No history of Guillian-Barré syndrome. No serious illness or fever on the day of vaccination.
Thursday, Oct. 3 • 3-5 p.m. • Hastings Branch Thursday, Oct. 10 • 3-5 p.m. • Lamanda Park Branch Thursday, Oct. 17 • 3-5 p.m. • Central Library
Pasadena Public Health Department Free flu shots are available to those six months and older. Children under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Thursday, Oct. 24 • 2-4 p.m. • Santa Catalina Branch Thursday, Nov. 7 • 10 a.m.–noon • Allendale Branch Thursday, Nov. 14 • 2-4 p.m. • La Pintoresca Branch |
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| ArtNight Central Library Friday, Oct. 11 • 6-10 p.m. Pasadena Public Library & Pasadena Public Health Department
Celebrate National Coming Out Day at Night!
Enjoy Broadway music, music trivia, drag queen storytime and bingo, the “My Story” Coming Out Exhibit and more. Party on! |
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The 2020 Pasadena One City, One Story Nominees are … • Educated by Tara Westover
• Finding Dorothy by Elizabeth Letts
• Silver Sparrow by Tayari Jones
• The Eulogist by Terry Gamble • The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal
• The Lost Gutenberg: The Astonishing Story of One Book’s Five-Hundred Year Odyssey by Margaret Leslie Davis
• The Secrets We Kept by Lara Prescott
• The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kamali
******************************************************************************************************** Please join us as we announce our March & Summer 2020 One City, One Story selections Wednesday, Oct. 16 5:30 p.m. Central Library Fountain Courtyard
Young Readers League 2019 The Parker Inheritance by Varian Johnson Sponsored by The Friends of the Pasadena Public Library and Vroman’s Bookstore. Vroman’s Bookstore’s Teacher’s Night Out! Saturday, Oct. 12 • 6-8 p.m. Vroman’s Bookstore • 695 E. Colorado Blvd. Searching Through Pasadena’s Past & Present Join us for a photo scavenger hunt throughout the city. To sign up, email Vroman’s with the subject “YRL Scavenger Hunt” at email@vromansbookstore.com. For families. Sunday, Oct. 13 • 4 p.m. Vroman’s Bookstore • 695 E. Colorado Blvd.
Kids' Writing Workshop – Young Readers League Get a start on your entries for the Young Readers League Writing Contest. For ages 9-12. To sign up, call (626) 744-4066, option 4. Thursday, Oct. 17 • 4-5 p.m. Central Library/Children’s Story Room
Tween Book Club Join in the discussion of The Parker Inheritance by Varian Johnson. For ages 9-13. To sign up, call (626) 744-7262. Tuesday, Oct. 22 • 4:30 p.m. Hastings Branch Library Dig Up Buried Treasure Find buried treasure and solve clues, just like the characters in The Parker Inheritance. For ages 8-12. To sign up, call (626) 744-7264. Thursday, Nov. 7 • 3:30 p.m.Hill Avenue Branch Library. Looking At Things Differently: A Parker Inheritance 3D Craft Event Make make 3D art inspired by the 2019 Young Readers League book. For ages 7-14. To sign up, email Vroman’s with the subject “YRL 3D Drawing” at email@vromansbookstore.com. Sunday, Nov. 10 • 3 p.m. Vroman’s Bookstore • 695 E. Colorado Blvd. The Parker Inheritance: Escape Room ChallengeExperience an escape room challenge inspired by this year’s Young Readers League book. Work with your teammates to solve the puzzles and unlock the clues to your own escape. Two sessions offered. For ages 12-14. To sign up, call (626) 744-4066, option 4. Wednesday, Nov. 13 • 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.Central Library/4th Floor Two sessions offered. For ages 8-11. To sign up, call (626) 744-7262. Thursday, Nov. 14 • 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.Hastings Branch Library Read Around the World Travel to South Carolina and discuss, The Parker Inheritance. Pick up a “passport” from Central Library’s Children’s Desk and bring it with you to our meetings. For ages 9-12. To sign up, call (626) 744-4066, option 4. Thursday, Nov. 21 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.Central Library/Children’s Story Room An Afternoon with Author Varian JohnsonMeet the author of The Parker Inheritance, this year’s Young Readers League selection. Have your book signed. Join in activities and games. Enjoy photo opportunities and win prizes. Winners of the art and writing contests will also be announced. Saturday, Nov. 23 • 3 p.m. Central Library/Donald Wright Auditorium |
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A Conversation with Author Michael ConnellyPresented by Pasadena Public LibraryFriday, Oct. 25 • 4:45 p.m. (Doors open at 4 p.m.) Central Library • Entry: West side of building
Author Michael Connelly will be at Pasadena Public Library as part of his national book tour to discuss his soon-to-be released book, The Night Fire. Harry Bosch and LAPD Detective Renee Ballard come together again on the murder case that obsessed Bosch’s mentor, the man who trained him to be a homicide detective.
The event is free but you MUST have a ticket to attend. Visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net to obtain your ticket. Tickets will be provided by Brown Paper Ticket. Two tickets maximum per individual. Tickets and seating are limited. You MUST print out and bring your ticket to be admitted to the event. Your seating location will be indicated on your ticket. You must be seated by 4:45 p.m. Any vacant seats will be filled with standbys after 4:45 p.m.
Michael Connelly will be presenting live in the Great Hall and will be streamed live in the Donald Wright Auditorium.
Books will be provided by Vroman’s Bookstore and sold by The Friends of the Pasadena Public Library. Michael Connelly will sign his books following the program.
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WEDNESDAYS
Central Library/Donald Wright Auditorium 1 p.m.
Presented by The Friends of the Pasadena Public Library. The film will be cancelled if The Friends of the Library volunteers are unable to show the movie. OCTOBER Celebrating anniversaries, authors and holidays.
Oct. 2 • Gandhi (1982) PG (140th anniversary of Gandhi’s birth) Oct. 9 • The Legend of Lizzie Borden (1975) TV-14 (Authors and their journeys: Cara Robertson) Oct. 16 • An Ideal Husband (1999) PG-13 (165th anniversary of Oscar Wilde’s birth) Oct. 23 • Eight Men Out (1998) PG (100th anniversary of the White Sox scandal) Oct. 30 • The Invisible Man (1933) NR & The Invisible Man Returns (1940) Passed (Halloween)
NOVEMBER Nov. 6 • Quiz Show (1994) PG-13 (50th anniversary of the Quiz Shows scandal) Nov. 13 • Suez (1938) PG-13 (140th anniversary of the opening of the Suez Canal) Nov. 20 • Follies in Concert (1985) NR (In memory of Hal Prince) Nov. 27 • A Time to Remember (2003) TV-PG (Thanksgiving) THURSDAYS(except Nov. 28)VILLA PARKE BRANCH LIBRARY Family Fun Films Join us for a movie the whole family can enjoy, along with popcorn! For movie title, call (626) 744-6510. 3:30 p.m. ____________Sottotitoli Foreign Film Discussion ClubEnjoy a foreign film and discussion of the movie, the director, the characters involved, the cinematography, the script, the ending and more. Featuring The Diving Bell (France - Oct. 14), Rome Open City (Italy – Oct. 28) and Solas (Spain – Nov. 25). Program begins at 1 p.m. sharp. Facilitated by Connie Milner. For ages 18+. Pick up parking permit at circulation desk if parking longer than 3 hours. Mondays, Oct. 14 & 28, Nov. 25 • 1-5 p.m. Central Library/Studio on 4th____________
Family Science Fiction ClassicsIn celebration of George Pal, Hungarian-American animator, film director and producer of fantasy and science-fiction genres.
When Worlds Collide (1951) G As a new star and planet hurtle toward a doomed Earth, a small group of survivalists frantically work to complete the rocket that will take them to their new home.
The Time Machine (1960) G A man’s vision for a utopian society is disillusioned when travelling forward into time reveals a dark and dangerous society. Saturday, October 26 • 2-5 p.m. Central Library/Donald Wright Auditorium ___________
ALLENDALE AT THE MOVIES Join us for a screening and discussion of the film Seconds (1966) R, John Frankenheimer’s sinister, subversive, science-fiction-inflected dispatch from the fractured 1960s. Starring Rock Hudson in the most chilling and risk-taking performance of his career. Saturday, Oct. 19 • 2 p.m. • Allendale Branch _____________
ANIME SC Teen Anime Club Stop by to watch the latest anime! Tuesdays, Oct. 15 & Nov. 19 • 4 p.m. Santa Catalina Branch Library |
Halloween Thrills & Chills Spiders and Monsters and Ghosts, Oh My! Flights of Fantasy blends folk tales, fables and rhymes into a frothy brew with a pinch of spookiness, a dash of the chills and just the right dose of laughter. Join the fun and share the laughter! BOO! Wednesday, Oct. 23 • 3:30 p.m. • Santa Catalina Branch
Make Your Own Trick-or-Treat Bag Stand out from the crowd this Halloween with your very own personalized trick-or-treat bag. We provide the bags and decorations. You provide the imagination! Saturday, Oct. 26 • 3 p.m. • San Rafael Branch
The Good, the Bad and the Zombies This year we are filming a Zombie Western. Join us for our 6th annual Zombie movie. Dress in your grubbies. T-shirts and zombie make-up will be provided. Tuesday, Oct. 29 • 3-5:30 p.m. • La Pintoresca Branch
The Night Before Halloween Storytime It’s the spookiest time of the year! Enjoy an afternoon of spooky stories, creepy crafts and tasty treats. Dire attire (costumes) encouraged. Wednesday, Oct. 30 • 3:30 p.m. • Hill Avenue Branch
Nightmare Before Christmas Join us for popcorn and viewing of the movie, Nightmare Before Christmas on Halloween Day. Thursday, Oct. 31 • 3:30-5:30 p.m. • Villa Parke Branch
Halloween Crafts Everyone is invited! Enjoy an afternoon of spooktacular Halloween crafts that will make everyone run for their lives. Thursday, Oct. 31 • 4 p.m. • Hastings Branch
Central Library 285 E. Walnut Street • 91101 (626) 744-4066 Mon–Thurs • 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri & Sat • 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun • 1 – 5 p.m. Allendale Branch 1130 S. Marengo Ave.• 91106 (626) 744-7260 Mon–Thurs & Sat 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri • 2 – 6 p.m. Hastings Branch 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. • 91107 (626) 744-7262 Mon–Thurs 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri & Sat • 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun • 1 – 5 p.m. | Hill Avenue Branch 55 S. Hill Avenue • 91106 (626) 744-7264 Mon–Thurs & Sat 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri • 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Lamanda Park Branch 140 S. Altadena Drive• 91107 (626) 744-7266 Mon-Thurs & Sat 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri • 2 – 6 p.m. La Pintoresca Branch 1355 N. Raymond Avenue • 91103 (626) 744-7268 Mon–Sat • 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Linda Vista Branch 1281 Bryant Street • 91103 (626) 744-7278 Mon–Thurs & Sat 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri • 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | San Rafael Branch 1240 Nithsdale Road • 91105 (626) 744-7270 Mon–Thurs & Sat 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri • 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Santa Catalina Branch 999 E. Washington Blvd.• 91104 (626) 744-7272 Mon–Thurs & Sat 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri • 2 – 6 p.m. Villa Parke Branch 363 East Villa Street • 91101 (626) 744-6510 Mon-Fri • 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Closed from 12:45-2 p.m.) Sat • 9 a.m. – 1 p.m |
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For information on accessibility or to request reasonable accommodations, please call the library site listed in this newsletter one week in advance of the scheduled program or event. |
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Reporting Fraud, Waste or Abuse For reporting suspected cases of fraud by the City or its employees, officials, contractors or vendors call the HOTLINE at (626) 744-7448 or visit cityofpasadena.net/city-manager/internal-audit/fraud-hotline. |
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