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Hollywood Classics
Join us this Thursday for Hollywood Classics, where we’ll be watching film series highlighting iconic Hollywood masterpieces! This week, we’ll be watching The Wizard of Oz (1939) directed by Victor Fleming and King Vidor
Where: The Cormack Room
When: Thursday, April 3rd , at 5pm

International Cinémathèque
Step into the world of an amazing Western with our International Cinémathèque screening of The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966), a masterpiece directed by Sergio Leone.
Join us for an evening of classic filmmaking. Admission is free, and no sign-ups are required. For more information on upcoming events, visit our website calendar.

Collective Literary Art Magazine: Short-Sentence Stories + Linocut Art
The Downey City Library is launching its very own Collective Literary Art Magazine, and this is your chance to be part of it!
Join us for Short-Sentence Stories + Linocut Art on April 17, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM—the third in a series of four creative workshops blending writing and visual art. Explore storytelling through short-sentence stories and linocut art. No experience needed!
Registration is required
For ages 16 and up
Questions can be emailed to workshop@downeyca.org

Collective Literary Art Magazine: Short Poems + Bookbinding
The Downey City Library is launching its very own Collective Literary Art Magazine, and this is your chance to be part of it!
Join us for Short Poems + Bookbinding on May 15, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM—the fourth and final in a series of four creative workshops blending writing and visual art. Explore storytelling through short poems and bookbinding. No experience needed!
Registration is required
For ages 16 and up
Questions can be emailed to workshop@downeyca.org

Theater Thursdays
Watch classics, discover new movies and hang out with friends in the Cormack Room the last Thursday of every month. This month join us to watch Wicked by Jon M. Chu [PG]

Collective Literary Art Magazine: Wonderland Writing + Watercolor Painting
The Downey City Library is launching its very own Collective Literary Art Magazine, and this is your chance to be part of it!
Join us for Wonderland Writing + Watercolor Painting on March 20, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM—the second in a series of four creative workshops blending writing and visual art. Explore storytelling through Wonderland Writing and Water Painting. No experience needed!
Pre-Registration is required. Registration will open on Thursday, March 6th at 10:00am. Please register on the Workshop’s webpage.
For ages 16+
Questions can be emailed to workshop@downeyca.org

Picture Frame Decorating
The Workshop is excited to collaborate with the Studio for their upcoming photoshoot! After receiving a printed photo from the Studio staff, participants will have the opportunity to decorate and take home their own picture frame! Materials will include paint, stickers, charms and more. Materials are limited! Please note that we will limit one frame per participant.
This activity is intended for all ages. It is a drop-in program, meaning registration is not required and space will be offered on a first come, first served basis. In order to participate in this workshop, participants must first take a photo in the Studio’s photoshoot.

Spring Photoshoot
Bloom into the season with a picture-perfect moment! 🌸✨ Swing by the library on Monday, March 17th, from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM for a drop-in Spring Photoshoot! Capture the warmth of spring with our vibrant backdrops, professional lighting, and playful props. No appointments, no cost—just fun snapshots! 📸🌿
Monday, March 17th
1:00pm-5:30pm
All ages | No appointment needed
The Studio is excited to collaborate with the Workshop in our upcoming photoshoot! After receiving a printed photo from the Studio staff, participants will have the opportunity to decorate and take home their own picture frame! Let your creativity bloom!

Vinyl Listening Session
Join us for a Vinyl Listening Session & DJ Workshop with DJ Buffpants, where you’ll learn the art of mixing vinyl, vibe to a curated DJ set, and swap records at our Community Record Exchange with Nice Guy Eddie, who’s bringing an amazing collection of vinyl! 🎧🎶
No Registration Required
All Ages

International Cinémathèque
Enjoy an opportunity to explore and appreciate cinema from different cultures and regions around the world at our FREE monthly International film screening! This month, join us to watch The Seventh Seal [Not Rated] by Ingmar Bergman

Hollywood Classics
Join us this Thursday for Hollywood Classics, where we’ll be watching film series highlighting iconic Hollywood masterpieces! This week, we’ll be watching Singin’ in the Rain (1952) directed by Stanley Donen and Gene Kelly.
Where: The Cormack Room
When: Thursday, March 6th, at 5pm

Theater Thursdays (18+)
Watch classics, discover new movies and hang out with friends in the Cormack Room the last Thursday of every month. This month join us to watch Blue Velvet by David Lynch [R]

Theater Thursdays (13-18)
Watch classics, discover new movies and hang out with friends in the Cormack Room the last Thursday of every month. This month join us to watch The Elephant Man by David Lynch [PG]

Collective Literary Art Magazine: Campfire Stories + Charcoal Drawings
The Downey City Library is launching its very own Collective Literary Art Magazine, and this is your chance to be part of it!
Join us for Campfire Stories + Charcoal Drawings on February 20, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM—the first in a series of four creative workshops blending writing and visual art. Explore storytelling through the flicker of a campfire and bring your words to life with charcoal illustrations. No experience needed!
Registration is required
For ages 16 and up
Questions can be emailed to workshop@downeyca.org

International Cinémathèque
Enjoy an opportunity to explore and appreciate cinema from different cultures and regions around the world at our FREE monthly International film screening! This month, join us to watch In the Mood for Love [PG] by Wong Kar-wai

Studio Sweethearts: Valentines Day Photoshoot
Capture the love this Valentine’s Day season at the library! Join us Wednesday, February 12th from 10am-4pm for a drop-in, Valentine's themed photoshoot. Use our lights, backdrop, and props for a fun photo; no appointment necessary.
Wednesday, February 12th
10:00am-4:00pm
All ages

Hollywood Classics
Join us this Thursday for Hollywood Classics, where we’ll be watching film series highlighting iconic Hollywood masterpieces! This week, we’ll be watching Bonnie and Clyde (1967) directed by Arthur Penn.
Where: The Cormack Room
When: Thursday, February 6th, at 5pm

Theater Thursdays (18+)
Watch classics, discover new movies and hang out with friends in the Cormack Room the last Thursday of every month. This month join us to watch True Romance by Tony Scott [R]

Theater Thursdays (13-18)
Watch classics, discover new movies and hang out with friends in the Cormack Room the last Thursday of every month. This month join us to watch Badlands by Terrence Malick [PG]

Theater Thursdays: Hollywood Classics
Join us for Theater Thursdays: Hollywood Classics, where we’ll be watching film series highlighting iconic Hollywood masterpieces! This week, we’ll be watching Rebel Without A Cause (1955) by Nicholas Ray
Where: The Cormack Room
When: Thursday, January 23rd, at 5pm

International Cinémathèque
Enjoy an opportunity to explore and appreciate cinema from different cultures and regions around the world at our FREE monthly International film screening! This month, join us to watch Breathless [Not Rated] by Jean-Luc Godart

Theater Thursdays (18+)
Watch classics, discover new movies and hang out with friends in the Cormack Room the last Thursday of every month. This month join us to watch Eyes Wide Shut by Stanley Kubrick [R]

Theater Thursdays (13-18)
Watch classics, discover new movies and hang out with friends in the Cormack Room the last Thursday of every month. This month join us to watch A.I. Artificial Intelligence by Steven Spielberg [PG-13]