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Palos Verdes Centennial: A Photographic History

Thursday, October 05, 2023
Offsite
Palos Verdes Art Center

Palos Verdes Centennial: A Photographic History

July 22 – November 11, 2023

SHOW NOW EXTENDED TO NOVEMBER 11!

Palos Verdes Centennial: A Photographic History tells the story of the Palos Verdes Peninsula beginning with its early agricultural roots and the 1923 real estate rally that launched its development through it’s postwar growth and iconic midcentury modern design. Presented in collaboration with the Palos Verdes Library District and the Palos Verdes Historical Society.

For more information please visit: https://pvartcenter.org/palos-verdes-centennial-a-photographic-history/

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Art Exhibition: Life on the Palos Verdes Peninsula

Saturday, September 23, 2023
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery Exhibit Area
Open for viewing during regular library hours
August 1 - September 23, 2023

(Please note the Gallery is not accessible during private rentals.)

Opening Reception
Saturday, August 5, 2pm - 5pm

Closing Reception
Saturday, September 23, 2pm - 5pm

Fourteen artists have produced a fascinating and inspired exhibition of paintings reflecting their unique views and experiences of life around the Palos Verdes Peninsula and surrounding areas. Participating artists: Tom Balderas, Alys Chalmers, Bernard Fallon, Daniel Gonzalez, Rick Humphrey, Larry Manning, Eva Matysek, Steve Mirich, Margaret Missman, Ross Moore, Tom Redfield, Frank Serrano, Steve Shriver and Jody Wiggins

For more information, visit www.pvld.org/artinourlibrary
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Annual Community Art Show Call for Entries Open

Monday, September 25, 2023
All Branches
Each fall, the Palos Verdes Library District holds our Annual Community Art Show, inviting local artists, professional and amateurs alike, to participate.

Typically featuring almost 100 artists from around the Peninsula and the larger Los Angeles community, our Community Art Shows include artists of all backgrounds and experience levels. Pieces include many media forms such as photography, painting, collage, and sculpture.

Entry Guidelines
Applicants may apply online at www.pvld.org/artinourlibrary or via paper form September 1 - 25.

Entry Fees: $10 per entry. Participants may submit up to 2 entries.
Students Grades 9-12: $5 per entry. Participants may submit up to 2 entries.

All applicants may pay by check or credit card in the 2nd floor administration office at the Peninsula Center Library, Monday - Friday, 10am-5pm. Online applicants may also pay online by credit card. Make checks payable to: Palos Verdes Library District

Participants must be in 9th grade or at least 14 years old by November 1, 2023.

Awards: Award categories listed will each receive a $100 prize: 
  • Best in Show 
  • Best in Highschool
  • Works on Paper
  • Paintings
  • Photography 
  • 3D works
  • People’s Choice
Awardees are recommended by an outside juror. All awards except for “People’s Choice” will be announced at the Community Art Show Reception at the Peninsula Center Library on Friday, November 10, 7:00-8:30pm.
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Lonely LA Photography Show

Friday, October 13, 2023
Peninsula Center Library
Foyer
Join us for photography exhibit Lonely LA: Los Angeles Unveiled During the Early Months of COVID on view at Peninsula Center Library from September 23-October 19, 2023.

Lonely LA is a poignant exploration of human resilience, isolation, and the hidden stories that unfolded within the lonely streets of Los Angeles during the early days of the pandemic. Photographer Jerry Fleury's unique ability to capture raw emotions and unseen narratives through his lens and complementary poetry transcends traditional artistic boundaries, creating an exhibition that will resonate deeply with visitors. The images in the exhibition were captured between March 27, 2020, to March 29, 2020.  This ambitious exhibition brings 34 black and white images complimented by 34 poems in the form of a photo essay. The artist aims to capture the mood of DTLA at the start of the lockdown, a task for which he argues photography and poetry is uniquely suited.

To view more of Jerry's work please visit: imagesofthesoul.org


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Art Exhibition: Expressions of Compassion

Saturday, October 07, 2023
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery Exhibit Area
Open for viewing during regular library hours
September 28 - October 7

(Please note the Gallery is not accessible during private rentals.)

Opening Reception: Friday October 6
Compassion Workshop 4pm - 5pm, reception 5pm-8pm

This special exhibition is a Stanford University Ambassador of Compassion Training (ACT) Capstone Project celebrating and experiencing compassion for ourselves, our loved ones and our community. The art exhibit is comprised of 20 area artists coming together to create art and music that inspires our experience of compassion.  

Workshops associated with this art exhibit will lead small groups and individuals on a journey to discover the healing power of compassion. The workshops will explore transformative practices as part of the ACT Stanford training and the healing nature of music & rhythm.
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Palos Verdes Centennial: A Photographic History

Saturday, November 11, 2023
Offsite
Palos Verdes Art Center

Palos Verdes Centennial: A Photographic History

July 22 – November 11, 2023

SHOW NOW EXTENDED TO NOVEMBER 11!

Palos Verdes Centennial: A Photographic History tells the story of the Palos Verdes Peninsula beginning with its early agricultural roots and the 1923 real estate rally that launched its development through it’s postwar growth and iconic midcentury modern design. Presented in collaboration with the Palos Verdes Library District and the Palos Verdes Historical Society.

For more information please visit: https://pvartcenter.org/palos-verdes-centennial-a-photographic-history/

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Art Exhibition featuring Carol Hungerford

Saturday, November 11, 2023
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery Exhibit Area
Open for viewing during regular library hours
October 13 - November 11

(Please note the Gallery is not accessible during private rentals.)

Opening reception:
Friday October 13 4pm – 8pm

Closing reception:
Saturday November 11 2pm-5pm

Carol Hungerford is a So Cal native fine art painter specializing in figurative, portrait and genre painting. She loved art as a child but pursued performing arts after receiving a degree in Dramatic Literature from Seattle Pacific University.  Her art studies began at Otis with a story boarding class, then a four year stint at Los Angeles Figurative Art Academy, followed by another four year study with Joseph Mendez who ignited her determination to understand and express color. Her portrait work was self taught. She likes to say she paints life; in color, in motion, in stories and in people. There is no end to seeing and interpreting our world so she is always finding new ideas or merely color palettes to explore.
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Library Closed

Friday, November 24, 2023

Closing Reception for Life on the Palos Verdes Peninsula

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery and Garden
Join us for the closing reception featuring the Art Exhibition: Peninsula Revealed, An Artist’s Paradise

Meet and mingle with the artists! All are welcome!

For more information on Art in Our Library, visit www.pvld.org/artinourlibrary


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Chair Yoga with Sharmone

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room
Join us for Chair Yoga at Peninsula Center Library. Instructor Sharmone will guide you through gentle stretches and restorative poses from the comfort of your chair. Bring comfortable clothes and shoes. Resistance bands will be provided.

Registration required for each class in the 4 week course.

Wednesdays in September from 2pm-3pm on:

September 6
September 13
September 20
September 27

Consult your medical provider before attending PVLD movement classes. Do not attempt any movement which causes pain or discomfort.

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Movies @ the Library - The Fabelmans (2022)

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room
Enjoy a free film at the library. Each month will feature either a blockbuster, classic or world cinema film. 

THE FABELMANS (2022) PG-13 Starring Michelle Williams, Paul Dano & Seth Rogan. Directed by Steven Spielberg.
Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret. Loosely based on Spielberg's childhood. 

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Workshop - Expressions of Compassion

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery and Garden

All are welcome to join!

This workshop is part of the art exhibition "Expressions of Compassion," a Stanford University Ambassador of Compassion Training (ACT) Capstone Project celebrating and experiencing compassion for ourselves, our loved ones and our community. 

Workshops associated with this art exhibit will lead small groups and individuals on a journey to discover the healing power of compassion. The workshops will explore transformative practices as part of the ACT Stanford training and the healing nature of music & rhythm.
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Film Screening w/Q&A: To Climb A Gold Mountain

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room

Join us for a screening of the award winning film To Climb a Gold Mountain followed by a Q&A with Director and Executive Producer Dr. Alex Azmi.

‘To Climb a Gold Mountain’ tells the stories of four women of Asian descent who lived in America from the 1850s to the present day. The women came from different backgrounds and lived dramatically different lives. Some of the women featured in the film, such as Anna May Wong, have reached success and fame. Still others, like Sing Ye, who lived in the 1800s and fought for freedom, are all but forgotten.

Each woman’s story represents a distinct theme of struggle and triumph, and ushers in the succeeding story leading up to the present time. Through these stories, the film tracks the progression, evolution and legacy of the immigrants in America as they integrate into the fabric of America.

Find out more about the film: http://www.goldmountainmovie.com/

Please note this movie is intended for adults and includes discussion and images of race, prostitution and violence which may be harmful to some audiences.

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Registration is open

Qi Gong with Gayla

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room

Gayla from Torrance Memorial Medical Center will lead a 4 class Qi Gong in the Community Room at Peninsula Center Library. Similar to Tai Chi, this exercise is a low impact, mind-body practice which integrates healing movements with meditation. This practice can be done standing or sitting if necessary, depending on one’s personal fitness.

Registration required for EACH CLASS in the 4 week course.

Mondays in October from 10am-11am on: 

  • October 2
  • October 9
  • October 16
  • October 23
Consult your medical provider before attending PVLD movement classes. Do not attempt any movement which causes pain or discomfort.

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PVLD Book Club: Page Against the Machine (VIRTUAL)

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Virtual

Join us for a book discussion! Everyone has a chance to talk about their favorite read from the previous month's assigned theme!

For this month's theme, visit: https://www.pvld.org/pcbookclub

To register for this virtual discussion, please click here


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PVLD Book Club: Page Against the Machine (In-Person)

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Purcell Meeting Room

Join us for a book discussion! Everyone has a chance to talk about their favorite read from the previous month's assigned theme!

For this month's theme, visit: https://www.pvld.org/pcbookclub

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Workshop - Expressions of Compassion

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery and Garden

All are welcome to join!

This workshop is part of the art exhibition "Expressions of Compassion," a Stanford University Ambassador of Compassion Training (ACT) Capstone Project celebrating and experiencing compassion for ourselves, our loved ones and our community. 

Workshops associated with this art exhibit will lead small groups and individuals on a journey to discover the healing power of compassion. The workshops will explore transformative practices as part of the ACT Stanford training and the healing nature of music & rhythm.
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Coloring & Coffee

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room
Join us for a monthly program every first Thursday of the month where participants can enjoy a cup of coffee (or tea!), coloring, and conversations.

Supplies will be provided.  Drop-in.  No registration required.
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Peninsula Center Book Sale

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Peninsula Friends of the Library Book Sale
Peninsula Center Library
Parking Garage
Book sales are open to the public. The books in the garage are available for purchase on the honor system. The Book Sale room will be closed in January, February, March, and April.  More information
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Workshop - Expressions of Compassion

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery and Garden

All are welcome to join!

This workshop is part of the art exhibition "Expressions of Compassion," a Stanford University Ambassador of Compassion Training (ACT) Capstone Project celebrating and experiencing compassion for ourselves, our loved ones and our community. 

Workshops associated with this art exhibit will lead small groups and individuals on a journey to discover the healing power of compassion. The workshops will explore transformative practices as part of the ACT Stanford training and the healing nature of music & rhythm.
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Opening Reception for Art Exhibition: Expressions of Compassion

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery and Garden
Join us for the opening reception featuring the Art Exhibition: Expressions of Compassion

Meet and mingle with the artists! All are welcome!


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An Evening with Julia Lee Q/A - Author Talk

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Julia Lee author
Offsite
Palos Verdes Art Center

An Evening with Julia Lee w/ Q&A

Korean American writer, scholar, and teacher Julia Lee, author of the no-holds-barred memoir Biting the Hand: Growing Up Asian in Black and White America, will host a discussion and Q&A on being a writer of color and the Asian American experience. Presented in partnership with Palos Verdes Art Center.
Books will be available for purchase. Open to the public, no registration required.


PV Writes Together is a community writing event. Learn how to be part of the anthology here.

PLEASE NOTE - this event is offsite at the PV Art Center Atrium 5504 Crestridge Rd, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
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Peninsula Center Book Sale

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Peninsula Friends of the Library Book Sale
Peninsula Center Library
Parking Garage
Book sales are open to the public. More information
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TechKnows

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room
Have a question about how to download e-books? Can't get your Kindle to work? Drop in and have our knowledgeable team of TechKnows assist with all your techy questions. Meet us in the PC Community room on Saturday from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Workshop - Expressions of Compassion

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery and Garden

All are welcome to join!

This workshop is part of the art exhibition "Expressions of Compassion," a Stanford University Ambassador of Compassion Training (ACT) Capstone Project celebrating and experiencing compassion for ourselves, our loved ones and our community. 

Workshops associated with this art exhibit will lead small groups and individuals on a journey to discover the healing power of compassion. The workshops will explore transformative practices as part of the ACT Stanford training and the healing nature of music & rhythm.
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