Upcoming library events

Compass Education Group

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Community Room

Free Practice Tests

Contact Person: Sarah Garfield (310) 550-0300

Silly Saturday Storytime!

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Storytime Room

Join us for a half hour of stories, songs and puppet fun. All ages welcome. No registration required, Pick up free tickets at the Young Readers' desk 15 minutes prior to storytime.

Nonfiction Book Club

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Annex at Annex

Join us every 4th Saturday at 11 a.m. to discuss a variety of notable nonfiction from the past and present. We meet at the library's Annex, next door to the Peninsula Center Library. Please visit the page: http://www.pvld.org/services/bookclubs/pcnbc or call Dennis Piotrowski for more information 377-9584 ext. 268. New members always welcome!

OF LOCAL INTEREST

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Where: Malaga Cove Library at Gallery

CANCELLED - Lecture series every 4th Sat. Jan. - June. Contact: Marcia O'Connor (310) 377-9584, ext. 551

Butterflies Are Free!

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Where: Malaga Cove Library at Community Room

Ever wonder where a butterfly comes from? Visit the Malaga Cove Library and join us as we track the four different life stages it takes to become a butterfly. On Saturday, May 25 @ 2 p.m., we will celebrate the arrival of the butterflies with stories, songs, a craft and their final release into the sky!

Kids Chess!

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Malaga Cove Library at Tower Room

CHILDREN WISHING TO PLAY ARE STILL ENCOURAGED TO VISIT THE LIBRARY AT THIS TIME. This program is open to kids ages 8-16. Instruction (with time for free play) is provided by library volunteer Frank Duane. For more information call 310-377-9584 x551.

Library Closed - Memorial Day

When: Monday, May 27, 2013 - All Day
Where: All Branches

All libraries of the Palos Verdes Library District will be closed on Memorial Day.

Meet and Greet at the Annex

When: Monday, May 27, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Annex at Annex

Please join us each Monday from 10-12:30 for coffee, conversation, computer use and Wii games at the Annex.

The Annex is located in the Village Shopping Center next door to the Peninsula Center Library. For information please call the reference desk at 310.377.9584 x 601.

This program is made possible through a partnership between PVLD and Peninsula Seniors.

Curly's Tuesday Storytime

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Storytime Room

Curly, the sheep puppet invites you to a half hour of stories, songs, and silliness! Recommended for ages 2 - 5 years. Pick up free tickets at the Young Readers' desk 15 minutes prior to storytime.

Curly's Tuesday Storytime

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Storytime Room

Curly, the sheep puppet invites you to a half hour of stories, songs, and silliness! Recommended for ages 2 - 5 years. Pick up free tickets at the Young Readers' desk 15 minutes prior to storytime.

Babies in the Library

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Miraleste Library at Main Floor

Aimed at ages 6-24 months, but open to all ages, this half hour includes playtime, a lap sit session with songs and nursery rhymes and a story for our youngest patrons and their caregivers. No registration required.

Tuesday Writer's Workshop

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Conference Room

Writer's Club

Crafter's Circle

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Annex at Annex

Let’s come together for some handicrafts and good conversation!

The Crafter’s Circle is Palos Verdes Library District’s established crafter’s group. The members are currently knitting and crocheting baby hats, scarves, and blankets to donate to local charities.

Visitors are welcome, and participants are encouraged to bring their own materials, though some supplies may be available on site. Informal knitting/crochet lessons are offered.

The Annex is located in the shopping center next to the Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Rd., Rolling Hills Estates.

eBook Help - Drop-in Hours

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Malaga Cove Library at Main Floor

Have questions about library ebooks? We're here to help! Drop-in hours every Tuesday at the Malaga Cove library between 2:00 PM and 3:30 PM.

If possible please bring the information below for your device:

iPad/Tablet
Please bring your Amazon or Adobe Digital Editions username and password.

Kindle
Please bring your Amazon username and password.

Nook Readers
Please bring your Adobe Digital Editions username and password.

Barney Bear Storytime

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Storytime Room

Barney Bear, the puppet, shares stories, songs and silliness! Recommended for ages 2 - 5 years. Pick up free tickets at the Young Reader's Desk 15 minutes prior to the storytime.

Barney Bear Storytime

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Storytime Room

Barney Bear, the puppet, shares stories, songs and silliness! Recommended for ages 2 - 5 years. Pick up free tickets at the Young Reader's Desk 15 minutes prior to the storytime.

Lenny Lion Storytime

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Miraleste Library at Main Floor

Join Lenny, the gentle lion puppet, for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun! Recommended for ages 2-5 years. No registration necessary.

Judo Shinshu Shinrankai (Pure Land Buddhist Group)

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Conference Room

Lecture on Purpose of Life in Buddhism Followed by Q & A, Contact Person: Bita Enayati (818)571-3573

Peninsula Harbor Republicans

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Community Room

Social Club -PHR

Contact Person: Kristin Hetzer (310) 265-5939

Sea Breeze

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Conference Room

Homeowner's Association Meeting

Contact Person: Martha Olvera (310)543-1995 x220

Thwacky Thursday Storytime

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Storytime Room

Wacky fun on Thursdays with stories, rhythm, and more! Recommended for ages 2-5 years. Pick up free tickets at the Young Readers desk 15 minutes prior to the storytime. For more information, please call the Young Readers Desk at (310) 377-9584 ext. 600.

Thwacky Thursday Storytime

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Storytime Room

Wacky fun on Thursdays with stories, rhythm, and more! Recommended for ages 2-5 years. Pick up free tickets at the Young Readers desk 15 minutes prior to the storytime. For more information, please call the Young Readers Desk at (310) 377-9584 ext. 600.

Peninsula High School Senior Trip

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Peninsula Center Library at Community Room

Parent Meeting

Contact Person: Donna Coogan-Segal (310) 748-7583

Babies in the Library

When: Friday, May 31, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Malaga Cove Library at Main Floor

Parents and caregivers are invited to join us for a program designed especially for 6 to 23 month olds, including interactive play time and a lap-sit session introducing finger plays and nursery rhymes. Older and younger children may also attend. No registration necessary.

eBook Help - Drop-in Hours

When: Friday, May 31, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Miraleste Library at Main Floor

Have questions about library ebooks? We're here to help! Drop-in hours every Friday at the Miraleste Library between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM.

If possible please bring the information below for your device:

iPad/Tablet
Please bring your Amazon or Adobe Digital Editions username and password.

Kindle
Please bring your Amazon username and password.

Nook Readers
Please bring your Adobe Digital Editions username and password.

Adult Chess Club

When: Friday, May 31, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Malaga Cove Library

Join fellow community members for a friendly game of chess. Drop-ins welcome. No teacher/instruction provided. For more information call 310/377-9584 X551.