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All Pasadena Public Libraries will be CLOSED in observance of: Labor Day – Sunday & Monday, Sept. 1 & 2
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- National Hispanic Heritage Month
- Sisters in Crime
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- An Afternoon with Gregory Boyle
- Special Events
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- College Bound
- Films For All Ages
- STEAM 2018 Programs
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Please visit our website for a full listing of events
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An Afternoon with Father Gregory Boyle Sunday, Sept. 30 1-5 p.m. (Presentation begins at 1:30 p.m.) Central Library Founder of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, the largest gang intervention, rehabilitation and re-entry program in the world, Father Gregory Boyle has dedicated his life to helping the most marginalized individuals find a place in society. In a moving example of unconditional love in difficult times, the Jesuit priest and bestselling author of Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion and Barking to the Choir: The Power of Radical Kinship shares what three decades of working with gang members in Los Angeles have taught him about faith, compassion and the enduring power of kinship.
Critics hailed Father Boyle’s first book, Tattoos on the Heart, as an “astounding literary and spiritual feat” (Publishers Weekly) that is “destined to become a classic of both urban reportage and contemporary spirituality” (Los Angeles Times).
His second book, Barking to the Choir, reveals how compassion is transforming the lives of gang members. In a nation deeply divided and plagued by poverty and violence, Barking to the Choir offers a snapshot into the challenges and joys of life on the margins. Sergio, arrested at nine, in a gang by twelve, and serving time shortly thereafter, now works with the substance-abuse team at Homeboy to help others find sobriety. Jamal, abandoned by his family when he tried to attend school at age seven, gradually finds forgiveness for his schizophrenic mother. New father Cuco, who never knew his own dad, thinks of a daily adventure on which to take his four-year-old son. These former gang members uplift the soul and reveal how bright life can be when filled with unconditional love and kindness.
Join us for an afternoon of stories, faith, caring and compassion. Q & A, book sales and signing and a reception will follow. Homeboy Bakery goods will also be available for sale.
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Mickey O’Connor Show Join us for some summer fun as juggler and unicyclist Mickey O’Connor performs juggling feats while on top of a unicycle. Wednesday, Aug. 1 • 4 p.m. • Villa Parke Branch
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PPL Celebrates National Night Out Join us and celebrate National Night Out, a community-police awareness-raising event held annually in the United States. We will have children’s activities, refreshments and a visit by the Pasadena Police.
Tuesday, Aug. 7 • 6-8 p.m. • Hastings Branch
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Ring in the Fall Decorate flower pots to make beautiful and melodious bells. Thursday, Aug. 9 • 3:30-5 p.m. • Hill Avenue Branch
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Dig for Ancient Treasures Ever wonder how archaeologists dig up artifacts and bones? Want to be part of a real dig? Join us for a hands-on lesson in archaeology and a hunt for treasures that will lead to an Ancient Civilization. We will be digging in dirt so make sure you wear old clothes! To sign up, call (626) 744-4066, option 4. Wednesday, Aug. 15 • 4-6 p.m. • Central Library/Studio on 4th
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Ice Cream to Go! Celebrate Ice Cream Cone Anniversary by making bookmarks and greeting cards with an ice cream theme. Thursday, Sept. 13 • 3:30-5 p.m. • Hill Avenue Branch
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Pasadena Loves YA Teen Book Festival Meet 16 Young Adult authors as they present a series of panel discussions and book signings. Free tote bags for the first 200 attendees, plus a “Book Blitz” giveaway towards the end of the festival. Presented in partnership with Bridge to Books. Book sales by Vroman’s Bookstore. No registration required. Saturday, Sept. 15 • noon-4 p.m. • Central Library
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Kid Zorro, the Bilingual Puppet Musical Noteworthy Puppets present a bilingual puppet musical that takes you to Spanish California and sets the origin of the popular masked outlaw against the backdrop of Dia de los Muertos. Zorro must embrace his family’s destiny in order to save the local mission from a corrupt politician with a diabolical plan. For ages 5-12. Thursday, Sept. 20 • 10 a.m. • Central Library/Donald Wright Auditorium
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School of Rock Ever wonder what it’s like to be a rock star? Join us for School of Rock! You’ll learn a little about the history of rock music, listen to rock/jazz guitarist Kimberly Allison from Starliner Music jam on the electric guitar, learn some easy rock riffs and take part in a jam session. If you have your own electric guitar, bring it! If you’ve never played electric guitar but want to see what it’s all about, join us! Electric guitars and amps will be on hand for the program. For ages 10-14. To sign up, call (626) 744-4066, option 4. Questions about the program? Call Marie Plug at (626) 744-4027. Thursday, Sept. 20 • 5-7 p.m. • Central Library/Donald Wright Auditorium
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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.
AUGUST Enjoy a classic cartoon along with your weekly film. Aug. 1 • Goosebumps (2015) PG Aug. 8 • Dolphin Tale (2011) PG Aug. 15 • Lost in the Barrens (1990) NR Aug. 22 • The Spy Next Door (2010) PG Aug. 29 • Billy Elliot (2000) R
SEPTEMBER Sept. 5 • Little Women (1994) PG Sept. 12 • Laura (1944) NR Sept. 19 • Under the Same Moon/La Misma Luna (2007) PG-13 Sept. 26 • Leonard Bernstein: Larger Than Life (2016) NR & Leonard Bernstein’s Young People’s Concerts: The Latin American Spirit (1963) NR
THURSDAYS VILLA PARKE BRANCH 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. ____________
At the Movies Enjoy an afternoon movie, followed by a discussion of the film. For ages 18+. For movie title, call (626) 744-7260. Refreshments provided. Saturday, Aug. 18 • 2 p.m. • Allendale Branch ___________
Foreign Film Club Debuts Enjoy a foreign film and discussion of the movie, the characters involved, the cinematography, the script, the ending, possibility of a sequel and more. Then select the next film to be viewed. Lead by Connie Milner. Mondays, Sept. 10 & 24 • 1 p.m. • Central Library/Studio on 4th _____________
FAMILY SCIENCE FICTION CLASSICS Held in conjunction with the Pasadena Museum of History's Dreaming the Universe exhibit.
War of the Worlds (1953) G A small town in California is attacked by Martians, beginning a worldwide invasion. Featuring special guests, who will talk about the making of the film following the screening. Saturday, Aug. 25 • 2 p.m. • Central Library/Donald Wright Auditorium Things to Come (1936) NR The story of a century: a decades-long second World War leaves plague and anarchy, then a rational state rebuilds civilization and attempts space travel. One of the first big-budget talking SF movies. Rarely seen on a big screen. Warren James of Hour 25 will discuss the film following the screening. Saturday, Sept. 22 • 2 p.m. • Central Library/Donald Wright Auditorium ___________
FOR TEENS Teen Anime Afternoons Enjoy this month's special edition of the Anime Club, featuring classic anime, Japanese snacks and the newest manga in the library’s collection. Saturdays, Aug. 11 & Sept. 8 • 2-4 p.m. • Central Library/Children’s Story Room
SC Teen Anime Club Teens, go crazy over the latest summer anime while hanging out in the AC! Tuesdays, Aug. 14 & Sept. 11 • 4 p.m. • Santa Catalina Branch
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Preschool STEAM Join us as we have fun exploring and discovering with science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM)! Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy in. For ages 2-6. Mondays, Aug. 27 & Sept. 24 • 10:30 a.m. • Central Library/Studio on 4th Library Kids Music with Tim Griffin Join us for some musical fun as Tim Griffin incorporates STEAM into music for kids! For ages 5-12. Wednesday, Aug. 8 • 11 a.m. • San Rafael Branch
LEGO®s Enjoy interrupted family time with LEGO®s. Thursday, Aug. 9 • 3-5 p.m. • Hill Avenue Branch
Let’s Go LEGO® This is a fun “free-play” program where children are provided with an open-ended prompt to encourage imaginative building and playing with LEGO®s and Duplos. For ages 2-10. Tuesdays, Aug. 14 & 28, Sept. 11 & 25 • 3-4:30 p.m. • Lamanda Park Branch
Explore the Human Body Learn about the human body using fact cards, the Awe station, activity sheets, coloring and by checking out books to discover more. Wednesday, Aug. 15 • 2-5 p.m. • Villa Parke Branch Tweens Rokenbok Robotics Camp Join us for a fun three-day workshop where you will make robots using Rokenbok materials then code them to follow your commands! Must attend all three sessions. For ages 9-12. To sign up, call (626) 744-4066, option 4. Monday-Wednesday, Aug. 6-8 • 2-4 p.m. • Central Library/Studio on 4th
LEGO® Robotics A series of four LEGO® Robotics workshops will introduce tweens to the world of robotics engineering using LEGO® Mindstorms EV3 kits. You’ll learn to build and program robots and work in groups. For ages 9-14. Must be able to attend all four sessions. To sign up, call (626) 744-7262. Saturdays, Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10 & Dec. 8 • 3-5 p.m. • Hastings Branch
STEAM Team Club Explore the STEAM concepts through creative, innovative projects based on fun STEAM-related challenges. For ages 9-12. To sign up, call (626) 744-7262. Wednesday, Sept. 12 • 4 p.m. • Hastings Branch Teens and Adults Innovation Lab Our new Innovation Lab is open! The Innovation Lab allows you to explore and create using the lab's 3D printers, computers with software for 3D printing design, a sewing machine, an embroidery machine, a laser cutter and a Carvey. Users must have a valid Pasadena Public Library card in good standing to use the lab during open hours. Users must also complete and sign the Innovation Lab User Agreement and attend an orientation before using the lab. For more information about equipment and upcoming orientations and workshops, visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net/steam. Orientations: Mondays (except Sept. 3) • 5 p.m. & Saturdays • noon Open Hours: Mondays (except Sept. 3), Tuesdays & Thursdays • 4-8 p.m. & Saturdays • 1-5 p.m. • Central Library/Innovation LabGet Real! Virtual Reality @ PPL Come on in and give Virtual Reality a try! We have Oculus Rift Touch–a Virtual Reality visor and handsets for the full VR experience. Walk on Mars, visit the International Space Station, do some guided meditation, or try any of our many other available VR experiences. We’ve got something for everyone! (Each session will be at least 15 minutes in length, depending on attendance). A signed waiver is required to use the equipment. Thursdays • 2-4 p.m. ● Central Library/4th Floor Creativity Room (For ages 18+.) Mondays, Aug. 13 & Sept. 10 • 6-8 p.m. • Central Library/4th Floor Creativity Room (For ages 13+)
Laser Cut a Rubber Stamp Learn the basics of designing a vector graphic then personalize your own design on a rubber stamp. Materials provided. For ages 13+ who have successfully completed the Innovation Lab orientation. To sign up, visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net/steam. Wednesdays, Aug. 15 & Sept. 19 • 5-6 p.m. • Central Library/Innovation Lab
Embroider a Bib Create a one-of-a-kind gift for a new baby. Reserve a time slot in the Innovation Lab and embroider a baby’s bib. We’ll provide the supplies and basic instructions on how to use the features on the machine. For ages 13+ who have successfully completed the Innovation Lab orientation. To sign up, visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net/steam. Mondays, Aug. 20 & Sept. 17 • 1-5 p.m. (45 minute reservations) • Central Library/Innovation Lab
Beginner’s 3D Printing New to 3D printing? Discover how to design something using Tinkercad, a free 3D design software, then print it on our 3D printers. For ages 13+ who have successfully completed the Innovation Lab orientation. To sign up, visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net/steam. Wednesdays, Aug. 22 & Sept. 26 • 5-6:30 p.m. • Central Library/Innovation Lab
Sew It Begins Have a sewing machine but wondering how to get started? Join us for this beginner’s class and learn how to thread your machine, wind the bobbin, choose stitches and adjust tension. Bring your own sewing machine, including all cords, needles and thread. Make and take home a small drawstring bag! Saturday, Sept. 29 • 2-4 p.m. • Hastings Branch
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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.
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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.
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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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