The events page and calendar for San Pedro and the Harbor Area
The Friends of the San Pedro Library hosts monthly events for members. These programs are designed to bring patrons into the library to enjoy performances that are educational, artistic, and culturally expansive. Meet Lisa See, Author of The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane, Sunday, June 3, 2018 at the Grand Annex The $20.00 dollar admission Read More ...
130 years of library service! That is a whole lot of books checked out and programs attended. The library holds a unique place within our community. It is one of life’s rites of passage. One generation introduces the library to the next generation and before you know it 130 years goes by. For well over Read More ...
Kids are invited to come and practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a BARK therapy dog. Participation is limited by dog team availability. Parent or guardian consent is required on the day of the event.
Educator, CEO and Mrs. California 2017, Kristi Eddy visits us to read her picture book, "Beauty Is."
The Friends host a monthly book sale at the library on the first Friday(2-5 p.m.) and Saturday(11 a.m.-4 p.m.) of the month. Volunteers sort through thousands of books to offer a variety of genres. Prices range from $0.25 to $1.00. Friends members get a first look on Fridays and the public sale is held the Read More ...
Book reading from author Kristi Eddy, former Mrs. California America, followed by a question & answer session. For ADA accommodations, call 213-228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to event.
Val Zavala, who recently retired after 30 years at KCET , the largest independent public broadcasting station in the United States, served the station in various capacities, most recently as Vice-President of News and Public Affairs. She also anchored the award-winning news magazine So Cal Connected and Life and Times. Since joining KCET in 1987 Read More ...
This rhyming children's book follows Casey the Container, a new shipping container, along her journey on her first day in port. Casey meets new friends, experiences the workings of the waterfront, and learns the important role containers play in our world. Happy Reading! Arriving March 15, 2019! Celebrate the launch of Casey the Container with Read More ...
SAN PEDRO ART ASSOCIATION MEMBER AUTHOR READING AND BOOK SIGNING CRAFTED invites you to a special reading of local author/artist Cynthia Engh McCoy’s recently published novel – THE PROPERTY on Saturday, October 12 th at 2:00 p.m. She will read several exciting excerpts to surprise and intrigue you. You won’t want to miss a peek Read More ...
Go Behind the Scenes: February 21, 1:00pm Did you know the Maritime Museum has a library with rare harbor history materials available for YOUR research project? Enjoy a special behind the scenes tour of the museum library and archives. Reserve a spot by emailing info@lamaritimemuseum.org Sponsored by the Port of Los Angeles Community Investment Grant Read More ...