Millions of people across the country visit their libraries every week.
What’s the draw? Everything!
From young families stopping in for play and storytime, to students sketching out their next creative project at our MakerSpace, to adventurers seeking Passports and everyone in between, libraries of all kinds help us connect the dots from one part of our journey to the next.Chart your next literary adventure by browsing the stacks or joining a book club. Let an author color your imagination at an author talk, or trace your history with your library’s genealogy resources.
Join us for an enlightening evening with Tom L. Thompson as he takes us on a journey through the history of American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Education. With decades of experience in disability services and higher education, Thompson brings a wealth of knowledge and insight into accessibility, advocacy, and the evolution of ASL in academic and social settings.
This program will include ASL Interpreters.
Whittier Central Library📍 7344 Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA 90602
Bring your favorite blanket and pillow and get comfy for a relaxing time with snacks and the whole family. This month we will be showing "Rally Caps" (2024)
This program will include Closed Captioning.
Whittwood Branch Library 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave.
Wednesday Night Book Group Discussion on "The Boys of Riverside"
Wednesday, April 16 at 6 p.m.
Let’s huddle up at our Wednesday Night Book Group to discuss our Whittier Reads selection, The Boys of Riverside: A Deaf Football Team and a Quest for Glory. Named the #1 book of 2024 by Amazon Editors, readers will surely be riveted with the retelling of the historic 2021 and 2022 seasons in which the California School for the Deaf chased history.
Note: The author will not be present for this discussion. This program will include ASL Interpreters.
Whittier Central Library📍 7344 Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA 90602
Join us for an eye-opening documentary that follows three predominantly deaf families navigating life in a hearing world. Executive produced by Academy Award®-winner Marlee Matlin, Deaf Out Loud sheds light on the challenges, choices, and triumphs of raising deaf children while confronting social stigmas.
This program will include Closed Captioning.
Whittier Central Library📍 7344 Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA 90602
Come and make three-dimensional designs with our 3D doodle pens. Thursday, April 10 at 3:30pm at the Whittwood Branch Library, 10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave. For ages 6-12. Registration Required. Call for more information. (562) 567-9950.
Join us for fun-filled and engaging science activities with your little ones at the Whittier Public Library's "Little Innovators with Science Circus-Whittier College" event! Friday, April 18 at 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Central Library-outdoors- fun under the EZ-Ups
This event is designed for children aged 3-5 years, and a parent or guardian is welcome to join in the fun!
Registration is a must! Space is limited, so call Central Library at 562-567-9900 to secure your spot.
Calling all teen bookworms! Join our monthly Teen Book Club – no assigned readings, no registrations needed! Discuss your latest reads, discover new favorites, and get crafty with book-themed activities. Join the club, we have boba!
Central Library 7344 Washington Ave. 90602. For more information, contact us at (562) 567-9900
Calling all teens! 🎤 Come showcase your talents at our Open Mic Night! Whether it's music, poetry, comedy, or something unique, this is your chance to shine. Join us for a night of creativity and fun—sign up now and be part of the spotlight, or just come to support your friends and fellow teens! ✨
Central Library 7344 Washington Ave. 90602. For more information, contact us at (562) 567-9900
For teens only, call now to sign-up for a time slot! Time slots will be 5 minutes each and are available on a first come first serve basis.
