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Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a 5 week program, meeting once per week
Duration: Mondays, November 18th-December 16th
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a 5 week program, meeting once per week
Duration: Mondays, November 18th-December 16th
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a 5 week program, meeting once per week
Duration: Mondays, November 18th-December 16th
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a 5 week program, meeting once per week
Duration: Mondays, November 18th-December 16th
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a 5 week program, meeting once per week
Duration: Mondays, November 18th-December 16th
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Baby signs: Parent workshop
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development.
Where: The Cormack Room
Showtime at the Library
Once a month, the Library will be screening thrilling family-friendly favorites that are sure to captivate audiences of all ages. From beloved animated classics to heartwarming comedies, there's something exciting for everyone to enjoy.
🗓️ Once a month
⭐ Intended for all ages
📋 No registration required
📘 In the Cormack room
🔍 Caregiver supervision required
Coding & Robotics Club
Join us at the library every month for the Coding and Robotics Club! In each session, you'll learn some basic programming using a block-based coding language, and then try out what you've learned with Microbits—small computer boards that can do all sorts of cool tasks. Each session will build on the last one, and by the end of the program, we'll be programming the Microbits to work like little robots.
This children’s program is currently at capacity
If you would like to join the waitlist please contact us at childrens@downeyca.org
Where: The Cormack Room
Grades: 4-6 (for the 24-25 school year)
Posted In: Childrens
Showtime at the Library
Once a month, the Library will be screening thrilling family-friendly favorites that are sure to captivate audiences of all ages. From beloved animated classics to heartwarming comedies, there's something exciting for everyone to enjoy.
🗓️ Once a month
⭐ Intended for all ages
📋 No registration required
📘 In the Cormack room
🔍 Caregiver supervision required
LEGO Robotics Club
Get ready to build, code, and watch your LEGO creations come to life! Join Jose Jimenez, the Director of Downey Chess Club, as he guides students through the exciting world of LEGO building and coding. Not only will you learn the basics of STEM and 21st-century skills, but you’ll also be taking your first steps toward becoming a future digital leader. This program is the perfect launchpad for elementary students gearing up for middle school and high school VEX robotics, where you’ll dive into Scratch and Python coding.
For additional information about joining the LEGO robotics program, please contact spacheco@downeyca.org
Location: The Cormack Room
Grades: 4-6 (for the 24-25 school year)
Clay Sculpting
Learn how to sculpt with polymer clay! In this hands on workshop, participants will experience the full process of sculpting with polymer clay from beginning to end, which includes the sculpting process, baking their sculpture, and finishing it with paint. All materials will be provided. This workshop is intended for beginners with no previous experience.
No Registration Required. This is a drop-in session, join us anytime between 5:30-7:30.
Ages: 16+
Where: The Workshop
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Thursdays, July 25th-August 29nd at 1pm.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Fabric Painting
In this hands on workshop, participants will use fabric paint to create a design on fabric. All materials will be provided, including a limited supply of zipper pouches to be painted on. Participants are encouraged to bring their own t-shirts, hoodies, or tote bags to paint on.
No Registration Required. This is a drop-in session, join us anytime between 5:30-7:30.
Ages: 16+
Where: The Workshop
LEGO Robotics Club (CANCELED)
Build a LEGO and watch your creation move! Jose Jimenez (Director of Downey Chess Club) will help students learn building & coding along with the fundamentals of STEM education and 21st century skills needed to become the digital future leaders of tomorrow. This program is also a great way to help elementary students prepare for middle school and high school VEX robotics building & coding program (students will learn Scratch & Python).
Registration Required (limit 10 Students)
Registration will open 2 weeks prior to event date
Where: The Cormack Room
Grades: 4-6 (for the 24-25 school year)
LEGO Robotics has been canceled for Monday, August 2024. The program will resume in September
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Thursdays, July 25th-August 29nd at 1pm.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Thursdays, July 18th-August 22nd at 9am.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Wednesdays, July 17th-August 21st.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Screen Printing Workshop (Session 2)
Join us in the Workshop to learn the basics of screen printing! In Session 2, participants will produce a variety of prints using their completed screen. Participants are encouraged to bring t-shirts, tote bags, or any other articles of clothing they’d like to print their design onto. All other materials will be provided. This class is intended for beginners with no previous experience.
It is intended for participants to sign-up for and attend both sessions. Session 2 will be the following Saturday, August 17th.
This session is intended for Adults (ages 18+)
Registration will open 2 weeks prior to the class date. Please register online, in-person, or by phone.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Thursdays, July 25th-August 29nd at 1pm.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Thursdays, July 18th-August 22nd at 9am.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Watercolor Painting
Whether you’ve never watercolor painted before and would like to try, or are experienced and interested in painting in a new space with others, drop by the Workshop and get creative with us!
All materials will be included.
No Registration Required. This is a drop-in session, join us anytime between 5:30-7:30.
Ages: 16+
Where: The Workshop
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Wednesdays, July 17th-August 21st.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Afternoon Activities in the Workshop
Join us each Tuesday this Summer in our Workshop for fun and creative Maker projects. Activities vary weekly and explore the intersection between STEM and the arts.
No Registration Required
Ages: Varies by activity, but generally 7+
Where: The Workshop
Screen Printing Workshop (Session 1)
Join us in the Workshop to learn the basics of screen printing! In Session 1, participants will create a design and transfer it onto their screen. All materials will be provided. This class is intended for beginners with no previous experience.
It is intended for participants to sign-up for and attend both sessions. Session 2 will be the following Saturday, August 17th.
This session is intended for Adults (ages 18+)
Registration will open 2 weeks prior to the class date. Please register online, in-person, or by phone.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Thursdays, July 25th-August 29nd at 1pm.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Thursdays, July 18th-August 22nd at 9am.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Wednesdays, July 17th-August 21st.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Afternoon Activities in the Workshop
Join us each Tuesday this Summer in our Workshop for fun and creative Maker projects. Activities vary weekly and explore the intersection between STEM and the arts.
No Registration Required
Ages: Varies by activity, but generally 7+
Where: The Workshop
End of Summer Reading Event
Celebrate the end of our summer reading program with a fantastic closing event! Get ready to sing, dance, bunny-hop, and more with the Ranger Jack Music & Puppet Show, captivating author readings, thrilling Columbia Memorial Space Center rocket activities, delicious Kona Ice, and a free book giveaway (while supplies last). Fun for the whole family!
Summer STEM Tinkering Club (6th-8th Grade)
Join us Friday mornings this Summer in the Workshop for a Summer session of the STEM Tinkering Club, hosted by educators from CSULB. Each week, we’ll explore science and engineering ideas through making: a fun hands-on process of designing, building, testing, rebuilding, and re-testing to create something new!
This session is for students who will be in grades 6th-8th this upcoming school year.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Thursdays, July 25th-August 29nd at 1pm.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Sign, Say & Play
Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.
This is a multi-week program, meeting once per week Thursdays, July 18th-August 22nd at 9am.
This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs
Where: The Cormack Room
Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.
Bookmark Making
Join us this Wednesday evening in The Workshop make your own bookmark! Staff will be available to provide assistance. All materials will be included.
No Registration Required. This is a drop-in session, join us anytime between 5:30-7:30.
Ages: 16+
Where: The Workshop
Summer STEM Tinkering Club (3rd-5th Grade)
Join us Wednesday mornings this Summer in the Workshop for a Summer session of the STEM Tinkering Club, hosted by educators from CSULB. Each week, we’ll explore science and engineering ideas through making: a fun hands-on process of designing, building, testing, rebuilding, and re-testing to create something new!
This session is for students who will be in grades 3rd-5th this upcoming school year.