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BabyTime Story series for babies ages 0 to 17 monthsaccompanied by an adult. (20 min.)MainTuesdays at 10:15 and 11:15 amJanuary 15 – February 19MontanaWednesdays at 10:15 and 11:15 amJanuary 9 – February 13Ocean ParkThursdays at 10:00 and 10:45amJanuary 10 – February 14

ToddlerTime Story series for toddlers ages 18 to 35 monthsaccompanied by an adult. (20 min.)PicoMondays at 10:30amFebruary 4 – March 11(NO STORYTIME: FEB 18)

Ocean ParkTuesdays at 10:00 amJanuary 8 – February 12

MainThursdays at 10:15 and11:15amJanuary 17 – February 21MontanaThursdays at 10:15 and 11:15amJanuary 10 – February 14

Preschool StoryTime Story series for 3 to 5 year olds. (30 min.)MainWednesdays at 11:15 amJanuary 16 – February 20

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CUENTOS PARA PEQUEÑOSSPANISH STORY TIMEPara niños de 2 – 5 años de edad. (30 min.)

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Programs for Kids

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Connected Families: Robot FunSAT, FEB 16, 1:00 to 3:00pm / Ages 4 -12Bring your family to play with robots and coding toys at the library.Work together to complete challenges or see what sparks your imagination.

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LEGO ClubSAT, FEB 9 3:00 to 4:30pm AGES 4-10

I Heart Story Time TUE, FEB 12 / 6:00pm [60 min]FOR FAMILIESCome to the library in PJs for stories and a Valentine’s Day craft.

Ni Hao Bilingual Story Time TUE, FEB 1911:15am [30 min]AGES 0-5A family story time presented in English and Mandarin.Presented by Ni Hao Chinese.

Get Started with 3D Printing SAT, FEB 23 / 11:00am [90 min] / AGES 7-12Learn the basics of 3D printing and design bycompleting a guided project.To register, email ideashappen@smgov.net one week before event.

Little Hands Art ClassMON, FEB 25, 11:15am [30min]AGES 18 MONTHS to 5 YEARSMake a tie-dye heart suncatcher.Limited space;tickets handed out 15 minutes before the program.

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L.E.A.R.N.Learn, Excel, Achieve and Read NowMONS & WEDS / 3:30 to 6:00pm / GRADES 1-8One-on-one access to volunteers available to helpstudents with homework assignments and readingcomprehension. No L.E.A.R.N. 2/18.

DIY Day:Valentine’s EditionSAT, FEB 2, 1:00 to 3:00pm / ALL AGES MAIN LIBRARY LOBBYGet started on your Valentine’s Day crafting! Checkout our eight activity stations and make your own

Valentine cards and gifts.

Chinese NewYear CrafternoonTUE, FEB 5 / 3:45pm [60 min] / FOR FAMILIESFind out what animal represents you in the Chinese zodiac and make crafts to celebrate theyear of the pig!

Preschool Explorers: Lights and ShadowsSAT, FEB 9, 10:30am [45min]AGES 3-6Explore light and shadows with stories and hands-on activities.

Ukulele Saturdays!SATURDAYS, FEB 9& 23, 2:00pm [45min]AGES 6-12 [AGES 6&7with PARTICIPATING ADULT]MULTIPURPOSE ROOMHeidi Swedberg teaches you how to play the “happiest instrument in the world.” Each session

begins with a minilesson, followed by a strum-along with your favoritesongs. Bring your own ukulele or useone of ours.Spaceand instruments are limited and on a first-arrival basis.

Valentine’s SlimeTHU, FEB 14, 4:00pm [45min] AGES 7-12Make your own Valentine’s Day-themed slime.Limited space; free tickets available at 3:30 pm.

Kids’ Writers Group: The OnceUpon a Time ProjectWED, FEB 20, 3:45 pm [60min] / AGES 8-12Join this monthly group for kids who love to write.

Be part of a project to ºpublish an anthology of our own writing!

Let’s Read with Gleam!TUE, FEB 19 /6:00pm [45min] / FOR FAMILIES

Meet our Mayor! Come in your PJs, bring your favoritestuffed animal or cozyblanket, and join us for a family story time with Mayor Gleam Davis. Refreshments provided.

African DanceRhythmsSAT, FEB 23,1:00pm [50min]AGES 5-10Dance with Teresa as shedemonstrates thecultures and stylesof African dance.

Artful ToddlerMON, FEB 11 10:30am [60 min]AGES 18 MONTHS–3 YEARS

Toddlers and theircaregivers can getcreative at thismonthly art program.Limitedspace; free ticketsavailable at 10am.

Family Game Night WED, FEB 27, 5:30 to 7:30pm / FOR FAMILIESTurn off those electronic devices and spend somequality time with your family. Play our boardgames – or bring your own! Pizza provided.

All programs are held in the Activity Room unless otherwise noted.

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RIDE YOUR BIKEBicycle parking racks are available at the Main Library and all Branch Libraries.

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MAIN LIBRARY MON-THUR: 10:00am-9:00pm FRI-SAT: 10:00am-5:30pm / SUN: 1:00pm -5:00pm BRANCHES MON-THUR: NOON -9:00 pmFRI: NOON -5:30pm / SAT: 10:00 am-5:30pmSUN: All Branches CLOSED

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The Library often photographs programs for use in publicity materials.By being present during these activities, you consent to the use of your appearance or likeness by the Library, and its licensees, designees, or assignees, in all media, worldwide, in perpetuity.

All programs are free and the public is cordially invited to attend. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Organized children’s groups wishing to attend library programs are requested to make arrangements in advance with a children’s librarian.

ALL PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

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The Santa Monica Public Library is wheelchair accessible. For special disabled services, call

Library Administration at 310-458-8606 at least one week prior to event.

Pico BRANCH2201Pico Blvd l 310-458-8684

L.E.A.R.N.Learn, Excel, Achieve and Read NowTUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 3:30 to 6:00pmGRADES 1-8 / THE ANNEXOne-on-one access to volunteers available to helpstudents with homework assignments and readingcomprehension.Bilingual volunteers available.

Junior Artists: Sponge Paint FRI, FEB 112:00pm [60 min]AGES18MOS- 3YRS

THE ANNEXPractice fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination,mix colors, and have fun painting with a sponge.Limited space; registration starts 1/18.

Celebrate the Year of the Pig WED, FEB 6, 3:30pm [90 min]GRADES K-5 THE ANNEXWant to knowwhich animal represents your

Chinese zodiac sign? Create a traditional rattledrum to bring in the new year!Limited space; registration begins 1/23.

Bzzz...Bee My Valentine c WED, FEB 13

3:30pm [60 min] GRADES K-5 THE ANNEX

Learn fun facts about bees and their

important role in nature. Find out whoCupid really was and make a bee-utiful valentine.Limited space; registration begins 1/30.

PROGRAM IN SPANISH Show de Magia y Ventrilogia LUNES, 25 DE FEBRERO, 6:30pm [60 min] PARA FAMILIAS / THE ANNEXUn show divertido para toda la familia con el magoMario Land! Su show genera asombro, tensión,

complicidad ycarcajadas. Nose lo pierda!

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PreschoolExplorers: Library ScienceMON, FEB 43:30pm [45min]AGES 3-6 Explore and learn about library scienceand technologywith stories and hands-on activities.

A LEGO-Building AfternoonTHU, FEB 7, 3:30 to 5:00pm / AGES 4-11

Pajama Story Time WED, FEB 13, 6:30pm [30min] / FOR FAMILIES Wear PJs and bring your favorite stuffed animal.

Santa Monica Public LibraryYouth Cards Are Now Fine Free!

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Get started on your Valentine’s Day crafting!Check out our eight activity stations and make your own Valentine cards and gifts.

Middle School Council THU, FEB 7, 4:00pm [60 MIN] / MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS

Learn how you can help with programs, get volunteer hours, and more. Ukulele Saturdays!SATURDAYS, FEB 9 & 23, 3:00pm [90 MIN]TEENS & ADULTS / MULTIPURPOSE ROOMHeidi Swedberg teaches you how to play the“happiest instrument in the world”! Each session

begins with a minilesson, followedby a strum-alongwith your favoritesongs. Bring your own ukuleleor borrow one ofours.Space and instruments arelimited and on afirst-arrival basis.

HelpNow ONLINE TUTORING Connect to a free tutor online and get help with your homework immediately. Visit smpl.org for details or ask a Youth Services Librarian for help.

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What College-Bound Student Athletes Need to KnowTHU, FEB 21, 7:00pm [60 MIN]GRADES 9-11 / MULTIPURPOSE ROOM

Get familiar with the different optionsfor playing sportsin college (and the importance ofaiming at the rightlevel), what steps

to take to prepare, and when to start the process.We’ll also go over websites that can help you.Presented by college counselor (and avid Dodgerfan) Diana Hanson of Magellan Counseling.

Family Game Night WED, FEB 27, 5:30 to 7:30 pm / FOR TEENS & FAMILIESBack by popular demand! Turn off those eletronicdevices and spend some quality time with yourfamily or friends. Play our board games for youngand older kids–or bring your own! Pizza provided.

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Fairview BRANCH21O1 OCEAN PARK BLVD 310-458-8681---------------------------------------------NEW SESSIONFairviewTeen Advisory Group

WEDNESDAYS, FEB 20 & 273:30pm[60 MIN] / GRADES 8-12 Looking for opportunities to serve your community? Join our Teen Advisory Group! Help improve teen services at the library and earn community service credit.

Pico BRANCH2201 PICO BLVD • 310-458-8684---------------------------------------------PicoTeen AdvisoryCouncil Meeting

MON, FEB 4, 4:00 pm [60 MIN]GRADES 8-12 / THE ANNEXHave a voice at your library! Help plan programsand community service projects. Earn volunteerhours. Meets once a month. Snacks provided!

Clothing Swap SAT, FEB 16, 12:30 to1:30 pm /GRADES 8-12 / THE ANNEX

Refresh your wardrobe at the library! Bring cleanclothes and accessories in good condition to tradewith fellow teens.No registration necessary.

Making Black History: #ArtInActionTHU, FEB 216:30pm [90 MIN]GRADES 8-12THE ANNEXRaise yourvoice throughart and drawinspirationfrom contem-porary artistslike KaraWalker and

Diedrick Brackens to contribute to a collectivework of art. See your artwork displayed at theGreens Festival in Virginia Ave Park on 2/23.All supplies provided. No experience necessary.

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