Friends of the La Mirada Library

Please join us on Webex on Tuesday, July 30th at 11:00 AM for our “Author Talk: Telling Your Own Story in a Graphic Novel” with Dan Santat. Join this year’s winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, and get inspired to tell your story through the exciting and growing medium of graphic novels. Recommended for school age kids and families. Register at LACountyLibrary.org. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.

Please join us on Webex on Tuesday, July 30th at11:00 AM for our “Work Ready: Dare to Get a Job” program.
Join us for an inspiring talk by multi-hyphenate creative Aneesha DuBois as she shares her career journey from music programming to sports entertainment to pop culture producer to fashion to voice acting and everything in-between.
For adults. Register at LACountyLibrary.org. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.

For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Friday, July 26th from 2 - 3 pm for our “Create an Electric Air Racer” teen program. Learn about electric motors and design your own electric air racer. Sponsored by Edison International and LA County Library Foundation. For Ages 10 - 17. Registration required. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us on Webex on Thursday, July 25th at 4:00 PM for our “Ecosystem Connections: All About Watersheds” program. Take a live tour of Roundhouse Aquarium and explore the human connection to the natural world while learning about the diverse ecosystems of watersheds and how they how they are connected to the ocean. For adults. Register at LACountyLibrary.org. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.

Please join us on Webex on Tuesday, July 23rd at 11 am for our “Author Talk with Elizabeth Acevedo” program. Learn about the power of poetry with Elizabeth Acevedo! In this exciting conversation & Q&A, Acevedo will provide a short reading from her National Book Award winning and New York Times bestselling novel-in-verse, The Poet X. For all ages. Register at LACountyLibrary.org. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Wednesday, July 24th from 6 - 7:30 pm for our “Summer Movie Pajama Party”. Bring the family to watch Pixar's animated movie “Inside Out”. While you watch, enjoy decorating a treasure box for summer memory keepsakes. The movie is rated PG. Recommended for children 6 and up with a parent or caregiver. No registration required. All materials will be provided, available while supplies last. Family Movie Day is generously sponsored by the Friends of the La Mirada Library. Parents: Please be aware that light refreshments will be served. A list of ingredients will be available. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Wednesday, July 17th from 6 - 7 pm for our “Teen Gaming and Pizza Night!” program. Join us for a night of gaming with our new Nintendo Switch (donated by our generous Friends of the Library) and pizza! For Ages 13 - 17 *Parents and Guardians: Please be aware that refreshments may be served at these programs. A list of ingredients will be available. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Friday, July 19th from 10:30 - 11:30 am for our Summer Discovery Program. Coco coir planters are made from the husks of coconuts which can be planted in the ground with no waste. This workshop will help you start your seeds for your summer garden using this environmentally friendly material. All materials will be provided. For adults. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us on Webex on Tuesday, July 16th at 3:00 PM for our “How to Start Your Small Business” program.
The Dept. of Economic Opportunity provides entrepreneurs with helpful information on the start-up process in Los Angeles County, including the steps to open your business, commonly required permits, licenses, and other free resources. For adults. Advanced Registration Required. Please visit or call La Mirada Library (562) 943-0277 for details

Please join us on Webex on Tuesday, July 16th at 11:00 AM for our “Author Talk: The Last Kids on Earth with Max Brallier” program. Join New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier for a talk about The Last Kids on Earth book series and the animated series on Netflix. Max will share how he came up with the different monsters as well as the unique ways to beat them. For all ages. Advanced Registration Required. Please visit or call La Mirada Library (562) 943-0277 for details.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Thursday, July 18th from 3 - 4 pm for our “Summer Discovery program. Join us for a special mission. Crayola Imagine Arts has assigned you the task to design a habitat for a Martian colony. You will explore architectural design to imagine a practical home for people living on Mars. Then, you will sculpt your designs to create our own 3-D models. Recommended for ages 5 and up with a parent or caregiver. Attendance is limited. Registration required. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date. This program is generously sponsored by the La Mirada Friends of the Library. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us on Webex on Tuesday, July 16th at 11:00 AM for our “Work Ready: Successful Re-Entry for LA County Residents” program. Recently released from incarceration? LA County can assist you! Join staff from our Justice, Care, & Opportunities Department as they explain the re-entry process and share helpful programs for adults impacted by the justice system. For adults. Advanced Registration Required. Please visit or call La Mirada Library (562) 943-0277 for details.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Wednesday, July 17th from 2:30 - 3:30 pm for our “Faith Culture and Community: Summer Celebrations” program. Learn about cultures and faiths around the world through celebrations happening this summer. Explore the traditions of Summer Solstice, Obon, and Paryushana Parva. Then write a story about your family or favorite summer memory. Recommended for children 8 and up with a parent or caregiver. No registration required. Attendance is limited. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us on Thursday, July 11th at the La Mirada Library from 11 to 11:30 am for our “Smarty Pants Storytime” program. Let's get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For kids ages 2 – 5 with their parent or caregiver. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. Registration opens 1 week before each program. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/events and filter by location or event date. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Friday, July 12th from 4 - 5 pm for our “Play and Explore” program, featuring the Sensory Box. Join us for an hour of play, curiosity, and creativity! Toddlers will explore textures that are rough, smooth, soft, and more and create their own sensory cube to explore at home. Help children learn social, motor and preliteracy skills through a variety of activities and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 2 – 4 years with their parent or caregiver. No registration required. Space and materials are limited. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Friday, July 12th from 2-3 pm for our “Make a Solar Oven” teen program. Learn about solar energy and make your own solar oven to to melt and cook items without electricity. Sponsored by Edison International and LA County Library Foundation. For Ages 10 - 17. Registration required. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Wednesday, July 10th from 6:30 - 7:30 pm for our “Clay Sculptures”
Join artist Claudia Hindu and learn the fundamentals of working with clay and complete a work of art. Come join us for some Summer Discovery Program fun and unwind! For adults Join our free game for all ages! Earn badges and prizes as you log reading & activities. Visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery to learn more and sign up! For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us on Webex on Tuesday, July 9th at 11:00 AM
for our Work Ready: Rethinking College
Discover alternatives to a 4-year degree with Karin Klein, award-winning LA Times journalist and author of Rethinking College. She’ll introduce you to a broad range of exciting and well-paid career paths—no degree required. For adults.
Register at LACountyLibrary.org. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.

Please join us on Webex on Tuesday, July 9th at 11:00 AM for our “Author Talk with Kate DiCamillo” program.
Newbery Medal winning author Kate DiCamillo will be sharing the stories behind the creation of her early chapter book series, the original Mercy Watson, and the follow up series, Tales from Deckawoo Drive. For all ages. Register at LACountyLibrary.org. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.

Please join us on Webex on Tuesday, July 2nd at 11:00 AM for our “Work Ready: The 7 Keys to Connecting” program.
Scared to network? Join career coach Liz Mohler for this master class that will transform you from awkward to awesome. Learn the art of connecting with people, select events that work for you, and find out other nifty networking tips. For adults. Register at LACountyLibrary.org. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Wednesday, July 19th from 3-4 pm at the La Mirada Library for our “Read To A Dog” program. Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog and volunteer handler from the Pet Prescription Team! For ages 7-12 with a parent or caregiver. No registration required. Attendance is limited. Parent permission is required. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Wednesday, July 3rd from 2:30 - 3:30 pm to celebrate Independence Day. Explore the history of Independence Day with a history trivia quiz and listen to patriotic marches by John Philip Souza while making your own celebratory noise maker. Recommended for children 5 and up with a parent or caregiver. No registration required. Attendance is limited. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Wednesday, July 10th from 2:30 - 3:30 pm for our “Book Adventure: How to Bird” program. Are you a birder? Enjoy a read aloud of the book How to Bird by Rasha Hamid. Decorate binoculars and nature journal you can take on your next nature exploration. Recommended for ages 5 and up with adult caregiver. Attendance is limited. All supplies are provided. Recommended for children 5 and up with a parent or caregiver. No registration required. Attendance is limited. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us on Webex on Thursday, June 27th at 4:00 PM for our “Metro Safety Begins With You!” program. Learn all about LA’s Metro system, including rail safety and free student passes, Metro’s upcoming clean energy projects, and opportunities for teens to get involved in planning future Metro programs. For tweens and teens ages 12-18 Register at LACountyLibrary.org. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.

Please join us on Webex on Wednesday, June 26th at 4:00 PM for our “How to Avoid Home improvement Scams” program. Join the Dept. of Financial Protection & Innovation to learn how to protect yourself from home improvement scams. Learn about solar & energy-improvement scams, the PACE financing program, contracting, & avoid the risk of losing your home! For adults. Register at LACountyLibrary.org. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.

Please join us on Thursday, June, 27th at the La Mirada Library from 11 to 11:30 am for our “Smarty Pants Storytime” program. Let's get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For kids ages 2 – 5 with their parent or caregiver. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. Registration opens 1 week before each program. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/events and filter by location or event date. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Saturday, June 29th at 2 pm to celebrate the life and music of Broadway icon, George M. Cohan ("You’re a Grand Old Flag," "Yankee Doodle Dandy," and "Give My Regards to Broadway”)! Elizabeth Titrington Craft, author of the brand-new book Yankee Doodle Dandy: George M. Cohan and the Broadway Stage, will speak of his dynamic life and legacy. Copies of her book, the first on Cohan in 50 years, will be available for purchase and signing. Program will include thrilling musical performances by amazing Broadway singers belting out classic and rarely-heard Cohan gems courtesy of the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts! Recommended for adults. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us at the La Mirada Library on Friday, June 28th from 2 - 3 pm for our “Mini Wind Turbines” teen program. Discover how wind power can be converted to electricity and design your own mini wind turbine. Sponsored by Edison International and LA County Library Foundation. For Ages 10 - 17. Registration required. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277. La Mirada Library is located at 13800 La Mirada Blvd La Mirada.

Please join us on Webex on Tuesday, June 25th at 11:00 AM for our “Work Ready: Understanding Benefits Beyond Salary” program. Workplace benefits can be challenging to navigate! Join Consultant Tiffany Dyson as she guides you through the world of benefits beyond salary including retirement savings accounts, health insurance, and professional development. For adults. Register at LACountyLibrary.org. For more information, please call the La Mirada Library at (562) 943-0277.