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Summer Reading Program

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Tuesday, May 28–Sunday, Aug. 4

Join us for our 2024 Summer Reading Program! Anaheim Public Library launches,

"Adventure Begins at Your Library" this summer, where patrons of all ages can log their reading and complete activities to earn prizes! 

Learn More

Call (714)-765-1880 at least 72 hours in advance if special ADA accommodations are needed.

ADA accommodations are available for all library programs.

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Teens: Lit Loot Bags

Through all of May 2024

at Central | East | Canyon | Euclid | Haskett | Ponderosa | Sunkist

Calling all teens! Stop by your favorite branch this month and choose a themed Lit Loot Bag

full of goodies and more while supplies last.

Sign-up for Book Recommendations

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Looking for your next read or travel destination? Don't worry, we've got you covered!

Let us know your reading preferences and we'll send you regular recommendations!

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Anaheim Public Library Closures:

Closed system-wide in observation of the following dates below:
Monday, May 27
Memorial Day
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Image of a Teens in New Teen Lounge wearing sunglasses with their arms crossed and sunglasses on

Teen Takeover 😎

Thursday, May 16

4 p.m. at Central Library

Join us to explore the kingdom of teen services! Receive your own 3D-printed key after you complete the scavenger hunt!

Teen Programs at Central

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May the 4th

Celebration 🌑

Saturday, May 4

2 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

at Canyon Hills Branch

400 S. Scout Trail

Join us for Star Wars Day at the library! There will be galactic games, out-of-this-world crafts, and a special showing of the movie that started it all: Star Wars: A New Hope.

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Book Talk: The Women Who Made Early Disneyland✨

Sunday, May 5

2 p.m. - 3 p.m. at Central Library

Join us as we feature the author Book Talk: The Women Who Made Early Disneyland: Artists, Entertainers, and Guest Relations with authors Cindy Mediavilla & Kelsey Knox.

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N.L.M. Traveling Exhibit 🦉

Now – May 18

at Central Library

Embark on a journey through the fusion of magic and science by visiting the National Library of Medicine's "Renaissance Science, Magic, and Medicine in Harry Potter's World" exhibit. Discover how Renaissance traditions like alchemy, astrology, and natural philosophy inspired Harry Potter's magic.
Exhibit's Companion Website

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Healthy Cooking with Laura 🥕

Wednesday, May 8

12 p.m. - 2 p.m. at Central Library

Laura and her team share recipes highlighting healthier alternatives to everyday meals for older adults. There will be a live food demonstration and a discussion about the large amounts of fats and sugars in foods
that people consume daily.
 
*Sponsored by iPros Insurance Professionals. 

Upcoming Programs & Events

CENTRAL LIBRARY

500 W. Broadway

Monday – Friday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.

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Families: Star Wars Day

Saturday, May 4

11 a.m.

*Storytime Break: May 13 - May 24

 

Children: Mother's Day

Storytime & Craft

Saturday, May 11

1 p.m. - 2 p.m. 

Teens: Lit Loot Party

Monday, May 13

4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

Adults: Fun and Easy

3D Printing for Adults

Monday, May 19

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

 

Older Adults: Friday

Classic Movie Matinee

Friday, May 24 

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

 

All ages: Read with the Dogs

Wednesday, May 1

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

CANYON HILLS BRANCH

400 S. Scout Trail

Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Friday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Families: Squishy Circuits
Wednesday, May 15
4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Children: May Day Nature Crowns

Friday, May 3

3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

 

Teens: Crochet Class: Honey Bees

Thursday, May 9

4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.


Adults: Blackout Poetry

Thursday, May 30

4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

Older Adults: Cinco de Mayo Mocktails
Thursday, May 2

4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

All Ages: May the 4th Celebration

Saturday, May 4

2 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

EAST ANAHEIM BRANCH

8201 E. Santa Ana Canyon Rd.

Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Families: AAPI Month:

Cultural Celebration

Saturday, May 18

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

 

Children: 3D Printing Workshop

Wednesday, May 8

3:30 p.m.

 

Teens: Coffee 101 (& Adults)

Thursday, May 16
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

Adults: Book Talk:
The Maid by Nita Prose

Tuesday, May 14

12 p.m.

 

All Ages: Sunday Movie Matinee
Every Sunday

12 p.m.

EUCLID BRANCH

1340 S. Euclid St.

Monday – Friday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

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Families: Mother & Child

Tea Social

Friday, May 10
5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Children: 3-4-5 Jump and Jive

Every Friday

11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

 

Teens: STEAM: Lofi Painting

Thursday, May 23

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

 

Adults: Open Mic

Thursday, May 16

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

 

Older Adults: Adult Book Club: Everything I Never Told You

by Celeste Ng

Tuesday, May 21

5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

 

All Ages: Culture Kitchen:

Spam Musubi Bake

Monday, May 13

5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

HASKETT BRANCH

2650 W. Broadway

Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Friday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Families: Polynesian Celebration

Thursday, May 16

3:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Children: STEAM Explorers:

May the 4th Be With You
Circuit Cards

Saturday, May 4

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

 

Teens: Cricut Spring Wreath

Monday, May 20

4 p.m. - 5 p.m.


 Adults: Memory Lab:

Audio Collection Day

Sunday, May 26
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

 

Older Adults: Aprendiendo Juntos:

Recursos Electronicos

Domingo, May 12

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

 

All Ages: The Art of Origami

& Tai Chi

Wednesday, May 8

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

PONDEROSA JOINT-USE BRANCH

240 E. Orangewood Ave.

Monday – Thursday: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Families: Families Cooking Together

Wednesday, May 29

5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Children: Creative Kids:

Mother's Day Cards 

Saturday, May 11

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

 

Teens: Lit Loot Bags

& Button Making

Tuesday, May 14

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

Adults: Aprendiendo Juntos:

Recursos Electronicos

Lunes, Mayo 13

5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

 

Older Adults: Desubra Medline

Plus en Español

Martes, Mayo 21

5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

 

All Ages: Para ti/ For You

Tuesday, May 14

5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

SUNKIST BRANCH

901 S. Sunkist St.

Monday – Friday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Children: Soccer Storytime

Thursday, May 23

5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

 

Adults: Coffee 101

Thursday, May 2

3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

 

Make Your Own

Sourdough Starter

Tuesday, May 7

3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

 

Families: Summer Reading

Kick Off Magic Show

Friday, May 31

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

 

May the 4th be With You

Saturday, May 4

12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

STEAM

STEAM on the Go:

STEAMish: Stick Mania
STEAM on the Go: STEAMish Stick Mania

Unleash your imagination! 

 

Mix play with STEAM learning and enter the fun world of Popsicle Stick art to explore simple art and science projects. 

Get ready to unleash your creative spirit with the STEAMish:

Stick Mania Kit! 

 

The STEAMish kit series is the little sibling to the STEAM on the Go! and designed for  young explorers in elementary school. 

 

Reserve this STEAM kit today.

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"We hope you enjoyed AnaCon—seeing the many different cosplayers who came through our doors was a true delight! This month, May, not only bring flowers but also brings our very anticipated Summer Reading Program filled with prizes, programs, and more." 

Sincerely,

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Audrey A. Lujan
Your City Librarian
Anaheim Public Library

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