Immerse yourself in a world where colors, textures, and dimensions come together to create a truly unforgettable experience. PVLD invites you to an extraordinary exhibition featuring a breathtaking collection of paintings and captivating 3-D pieces by the talented artist James Harter. September 26, 2025 - October 30, 2025

Come hear, share, and maybe write stories about old and new San Pedro as poet and professor Christian Hanz Lozada talks about the town by the sea where world famous writer Charles "Hank" Bukowski spent his last, and most prolific, years. He will highlight places Hank frequented, share poems that depict the author's interaction with the harbor area, read from an upcoming hybrid book Not a Bukowski Statue, and complete a writing exercise.

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.

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

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

Looking for a relaxing and creative way to unwind? Join our weekly knitting club! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, it's the perfect opportunity to connect with others, share tips, and work on your latest project. Knitting has been shown to reduce stress, improve focus, and boost mental health - all while creating beautiful handmade items. Bring your needles and yarn, and let's stitch together! All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Dungeons? Dragons? Monsters? And everything in between? Can you and your party complete the quest laid before you by our dungeon master? Join us for a session zero on Oct 16 to create your character followed by a one-shot Dungeons and Dragons campaign on Oct 25. Register and Attend both dates to participate. Newcomers welcome. GRADES 6TH-12TH ONLY. Registration required. Space is limited.

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.

Join us for our annual Spooktober bracket with a twist. For the month of October, vote every day for your favorite movie to move forward. Voting can be done once a day at the Peninsula Center Library, Miraleste Library, and The Annex. The winning movie will be shown. Which movie will be crowned this year's Spooktober/Falltober champion?

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

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

Looking for a relaxing and creative way to unwind? Join our weekly knitting club! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, it's the perfect opportunity to connect with others, share tips, and work on your latest project. Knitting has been shown to reduce stress, improve focus, and boost mental health - all while creating beautiful handmade items. Bring your needles and yarn, and let's stitch together! All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Join Native American visual artist Rowan Harrison as he provides an informative narrative on the history and cultivation of clay work going back to the Ancestral Puebloans thousand of years ago. Participants will create a hand coiled pottery form using hand building techniques with clay and ceramic tools.