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Great for the shorter attention span of babies and toddlers! We start with a librarian leading children, parents and caregivers in songs, rhymes, bounces and book sharing. After our 15 minute rhyme time, the children and adults can share some cozy reading time together. Recommended for kids 24 months and younger and their caregivers, but all ages can attend! No registration required. For more information, call the Young Reader's Desk at 310-377-9584, ext 600
AGE GROUP: | Young Reader |
EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |
Opening as the Palos Verdes Public Library & Art Gallery on June 3, 1930, the Mediterranean Revival architectural style building was designed by Architect Myron Hunt, a local resident. The five-level, 16,550-square-foot building is constructed of hollow-cast double-walled reinforced concrete covered by stucco with a red mission tile roof. The surrounding landscape was designed by well-known landscape architect, Frederick Olmsted, Jr in 1930.
In 1962, an addition was completed on the south side of the building, and in 1997 the stone patio on the east side of the building was remodeled to provide improved handicapped access. Library furnishings include reproductions of original hand-carved walnut Italian Renaissance tables, chairs, and couches from the collection of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Vanderlip. The Library completed a DOLLAR renovation of the interior restoring it to its original.
The library has been designated as a Historic Landmark and it is listed on the California Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places.
