Asian American and Pacific Islander(AAPI) Heritage Month
Pasadena Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Create an AAPI fresh flower craft project. This activity is from 4-6 p.m. For all ages. Learn about the Chinese American experience from a historic perspective, with a dynamic speaker and Pasadena native Kaz Doi. This activity is from 6-6:30 p.m. For all ages. Register here!
Thursday, May 4 • 4-6:30 p.m. • Jackie Robinson Community Center
Chai & Conversation
Join us in Zoom for a program celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Let’s chat about Indian tea culture & learn how to make traditional Chai. Program registration comes with a kit you can pick up that will let you taste a shortcut version and tea accompaniment. Presented in Zoom • Sign up here; please provide an email address where login instructions can be sent to you.
Thursday, May 18 • 7-8:20 p.m. • PPL Online
Sew it Begins: Furoshiki Tote
Learn to sew a small tote inspired by Furoshiki, the Japanese craft of fabric wrapping. The bag features tied handles and is the perfect size to carry a bento box or serve as a small project bag. In this Zoom class, you'll follow along at home with your sewing machine and learn all the steps required to complete this project. Presented in Zoom • Sign up here; please provide an email address where login instructions will be sent to you.
Thursday, May 25 • 3-6 p.m. • Hastings Branch Library
Create Your Own Miniature Zen Garden
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, La Pintoresca Branch invites you to create your own miniature Zen Garden from recycled materials. Materials will be provided. Limited space. To sign up call La Pintoresca Branch Library (626)744 -7268 All ages.
Thursday, May 25 • 4-5 p.m. • La Pintoresca Branch Library
TAIKO Project
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, La Pintoresca Branch Library and The Music Center present: TAIKOPROJECT! Hear the powerful drums and electrifying rhythms that have played an important role in Japan's festivals since ancient times.
Tuesday, May 30 • 4-5 p.m. • La Pintoresca Branch Library
Teen Events
Blue Milk & Wookies
May the 4th be with you! Help us mix up some blue milk, eat a snack, and make a fun wookiee craft to celebrate the Star Wars holiday.
Thursday, May 4 • 4-5 p.m. • Jefferson Branch Library
Sew & Sew: Empowering Youth
In this Alterations and Sewing for Beginners class, you will learn how to use a sewing machine, make alterations and sew clothes by using a pattern. Instructor Renetta Lipscomb has been teaching secondary students for over two decades. Her passion is empowering youth to express their individuality by altering and making clothes that complement their unique body, shape and personal style. You'll receive a list of needed materials at your first meeting. For ages 15-18. Register for the 6th hereand the 13th here.
Have fun learning how to become a recyclable art maker! Using recycled materials and craft supplies, create new works of art. The series will culminate in an art show and art exhibit which will be on display throughout May at the Jefferson Branch Library. Register for the series here!
Saturday, May 6 • 2-3:30 p.m. • Jefferson Branch Library
Around the Table
Come and enjoy hands-on cooking, facilitated conversations, and interactive activities that build healthy connections to food, self, and community. Presented in partnership with the Pasadena Public Health Department.
Thursday, May. 11 • 4:30-6 p.m. • Jefferson Branch Library
Mother's Day Craft Day
In celebration of one of the most important beings in our lives, our mothers; The Linda Vista Branch Library will be preparing for that special day with unique creations to let mom know how important and loved she is. Come on down and join us as we make crafts and a beautiful card for mom, and let her know through your creativity how much you love her.
Friday, May 12 • 4:30-5:15 p.m. • Linda Vista Branch Library
Pasadena Grows: Terra Cotta Pot Windchimes
Bring peace to your mind and garden space with some lovely windchimes! We’ll provide the supplies to make and decorate a chime out of mini terra cotta pots for Mental Health Awareness Month. Register to claim your supplies and spot!
Saturday, May 13 • 10:30-11:30 a.m. • Hill Avenue Branch Library
From Waste to Wonder: An Art Exhibit
Artwork from the workshop series will be on display throughout the library. All ages welcome.
Saturday, May 13 • 2-3:30 p.m. • Jefferson Branch Library
Acrylic Pour Painting
Unwind and spend some time creating an acrylic pour painting. Go with the flow, mix different colors, and create artwork by pouring paint on a canvas.
Thursday, May 18 • 4:30-5:30 p.m. • Jefferson Branch Library
Teen Writers Meetup
Join other teens and write! Whether you are crafting poetry or a novel, writing can be lonely as it's typically a solo endeavor, but meeting with others who share the passion can be a great for inspiration and encouragement. We might write together, use writing prompts, or share our work in a safe and supportive space. For teens only. Sign up here to attend. May's theme is screenwriting! Register here!
Saturday, May 27 • 4-5 p.m. • Hastings Branch Library
Video Game Club/Night
Stop in for gaming on the Nintendo Switch. Make new friends while playing games in a healthy and competitive environment that fosters well-being, fair play, and an exciting atmosphere. Help players connect with engaging social interaction and new experiences every week. Drop by and join the Video Game Club! For ages 14-19.
Thursdays • 4-6 p.m. • Hastings Branch Library
Community Board
More services for youth around our community
Family Fun Day
Pasadena Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Come out and enjoy a community celebration at La Pintoresca Park with loved ones, friends, and neighbors at the 27th Annual Family Fun Day. Free fitness & wellness games, arts & crafts, face painting, food, and live entertainment. For more information, click here.
For Ages 16+. Little Caesars' is hiring crew members. As a crew member, you'd be providing customer service, cooking, prepping, and serving food. For more information, click the link above.
For ages 15+. A Waterworks Aquatics Deck Guard is primarily responsible for maintaining a safe swimming environment for all guests and responding to any emergency first aid situations. For more information, click the link above.
Water is Life Art Contest
Pasadena Department of Water and Power
Deadline: June 2, 2023
All K-12 students attending school in Pasadena are encouraged to submit artwork for the 2023 "Water is Life” Art Contest sponsored by PWP and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD). Each year, participating students submit artwork portraying a water-wise theme, along with a short message about water conservation. Both digital and hand-drawn/painted artwork are welcome! For the guidelines, please visit: https://pwp.cityofpasadena.net/artcontest/
Volunteer Opportunities
Around the Table
This is an educational opportunity. Presented in partnership with the Pasadena Public Health Department.
This workshop will help you understand and create healthy connections with food.
Volunteers will earn 1.5 hours by attending this session.
Write about what you learned for an additional 1 hour and for a chance to be submitted on the Teen's Blog.
Thursday, May 11 • 4:30-6 p.m. • Jefferson Branch Library
Acrylic Pour Painting
Volunteers will create acrylic pour paintings.
Volunteers will earn 1 hour by attending this program.
Thursday, May 18 • 4:30-5:30 p.m. • Jefferson Branch Library
Teen Advisory Board
Jefferson Branch Library
TAB is a group of library teen volunteers who take an active leadership role in implementing programs, promoting, and advocating for youth services in Pasadena. Help make an impact and join!
Participation in online discussions, committee work, and pre-meeting assignments (this may include additional volunteer shifts).
Advise staff, pilot programs, and services for teens.
Attend monthly meetings (currently on Saturdays); Meetings take place at Jefferson Branch Library.
Minimum commitment is attending one in-person meeting per month.
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