El Monte Library

Party Puppet Show
DATE/TIME: JUNE 20, 2026; 3 - 4 PM
The Party Puppet show is a hand-and-rod puppet theater program. It is a lively variety show that uses puppets, comedy and music to inspire children's creativity and imagination. Registration required.
For ages 6-12 with their parent or caregiver.

Party Puppet Show The Party Puppet show is a hand-and-rod puppet theater program. It is a lively variety show that uses puppets, comedy and music to inspire children's creativity and imagination. For ages 6-12 with their parent or caregiver.. Event starts at June 20, 2026 3:00 PM PDT

Kinetic Sculptures
DATE/TIME: THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026; 4 - 5 PM
Learn about the history and engineering behind kinetic sculptures, and create your own three-dimensional moving paper art. While supplies last. For ages 13 – 17.

BINGO NIGHT!
DATE/TIME: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026; 6 - 7:30 PM
Enjoy a night of bingo at the library and win some great prizes. No registration required—just bring your game face! For adults!

SUMMER OF SOCCER!

MOVIE NIGHT: The Football Afficionado
DATE/TIME: TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026; 6 - 7:30 PM

Join us for an engaging evening celebrating the world’s most beloved sport! This program is open to seasoned vets of the game and curious newcomers. Relax, learn, and enjoy a compelling soccer-themed film on the big screen. For adults.

🍎🍌🍊 This summer, kids and teens 18 and under can enjoy FREE lunch at participating LA County Library locations. Meals are available on a first come, first served basis from June 15 – August 7 during the hours of 12 – 1 pm, either Mon – Fri or Tue – Fri, depending on the location. There are no restrictions on family income to receive a free lunch. Menus vary daily; please contact your local participating location for menu information. Please note that meals are for kids and teens only and must be eaten at the library during Lunch at the Library hours.

Visit https://lacountylibrary.org/free-summer-lunch/ for a list of participating locations.

FIBER ARTS CLUB

DATE/TIME: SATURDAY, June 13 & 27, 2026; 11 AM - 12:30 PM

Are you looking for a place to work on your fiber art projects with a fun and supportive group of people? Crochet, embroidery or knitting, our Fiber Arts Club is just the place for you! Please bring your own supplies and materials. For adults.

IN THE LOOP: TEEN CROCHET CLUB
DATE/TIME: FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026; 4 - 5 PM
Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet? Join In the Loop, our first crochet club for teens. Supplies are limited, please bring your own tools and materials.
For teens, ages 14 – 17.

SMARTY PANTS STORYTIME

DATE/TIME: THURSDAYS, JUNE 11, 18, 25, 2026
10:30 - 11:30 AM

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. To sign up, see library staff, or register online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or event date.

SCRAPBOOKING WORKSHOP

DATE/TIME: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026; 6-7:30 PM
Scrapbooking is a great way to memorialize your life story or pay tribute to your favorite fandom! Whatever your inspiration, we’ve got the supplies and knowhow to get you started with this hobby. While supplies last. For Adults.

This is a recurring program on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, unless otherwise stated.

WOW! That's STEM! Magnetic Cars
DATE/TIME: SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2026; 3 - 4 PM
Interested in STEM? WOW! That's STEM is a youth-led organization committed to STEM without limits. Our mission is to advance equity and inclusion in STEM through advocacy, recurring workshops and mentorship for youth who face barriers to access—empowering them to build confidence and resilience. For children, ages 6 - 13.