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Art in Our Library: PVHS Advanced Photography

Monday, April 03, 2023
Peninsula Center Library
Foyer Exhibit Area
Art In Our Library  is pleased to host the Palos Verdes High School Advanced Photography Class in the Peninsula Center Library foyer.

The students will host a reception on Friday, March 17th, 3:30-5:30pm.

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The Art in Our Library exhibition program allows free access to the visual arts and cultural exhibtions, while promoting local artists and creative community groups.     

The mission of the Palos Verdes Library District is to collaborate with our community to create environments for learning, inspiration, and to share the unique history of the Peninsula. 

PVLD's Art in Our Library program contributes to the vision of the library to be the community's center for discovery, life-long learning, and personal enrichment for all.
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Spice Kit Pick-Up

Wednesday, March 29, 2023
All Branches

Spice Club - Spice Kit Pick-up


Pick up spice kit at branch of your choice starting Monday, March 20 through Wednesday March 29, 2023.

Our first featured spice is the Middle Eastern spice Za'atar. Za'atar is a lively mix of dried herbs like oregano, sumac, and sesame seeds. The spice blend is used to garnish dishes like hummus, salads, or seasoning meat. 

Potluck for registrants on Saturday, April 8 from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm at the Peninsula Center Community Room.

Questions? Email jhernandez@pvld.org or irabot@pvld.org or call (310) 377-9584 ext. 601
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Art Exhibit Featuring The Artists' Studio

Saturday, May 13, 2023
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery Exhibit Area
Open for viewing during regular library hours
April 1 - May 13, 2023

Opening Reception - Friday April 14, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

This exhibit features the work of twenty local artists whose unique pieces are well-known on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Colorful paintings and wall hangings in acrylic, oil, watercolor, pastel, graphite, ceramics, and more will be available for sale during the six-week show. Founded in 1998, The Artists’ Studio of Palos Verdes is a professional artist co-operative affiliated with Palos Verdes Art Center.

We hope you visit this beautiful exhibit and join us for the opening reception where attendees will have the opportunity to meet and talk with the artists.

For more information, visit www.pvld.org/artinourlibrary

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Art in Our Library: PVHS Advanced Projects Show

Friday, May 12, 2023
Peninsula Center Library
Foyer Exhibit Area
Art In Our Library  is pleased to host the Palos Verdes High School Advanced Projects Show in the Peninsula Center Library foyer.

The students will host a reception on Wednesday, 4/19 from 3:30-5:30pm.

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The Art in Our Library exhibition program allows free access to the visual arts and cultural exhibtions, while promoting local artists and creative community groups.     

The mission of the Palos Verdes Library District is to collaborate with our community to create environments for learning, inspiration, and to share the unique history of the Peninsula. 

PVLD's Art in Our Library program contributes to the vision of the library to be the community's center for discovery, life-long learning, and personal enrichment for all.
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Art Exhibition "The Palos Verdes Peninsula: Its Founding, Its Culture, and Its Beauty"

Saturday, July 08, 2023
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery Exhibit Area
This exhibition is part of the Doors Open Peninsula 2023 program celebrating 100 years of Palos Verdes Peninsula history.  Produced by local artist Rick Humphrey, it tells the stories of individuals whose contributions made the Peninsula what it is today.  The exhibition also features artwork from the Portuguese Bend Artist Colony.  

Join us for an art reception on Saturday, June 24th from 2:00-4:00 pm in the Malaga Cove Gallery.  
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Let's Talk Music

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room
A listen and discuss program of selected albums from the music reference book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die. Each month we select three albums to discuss.  Listen to one or all of the picks and join us to talk about your favorite tracks. 

All Things Must Pass - George Harrison 

Pretenders - Pretenders 

Fleet Foxes - Fleet Foxes
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Chair Yoga at PC

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Peninsula Center Library
Join us for Chair Yoga with Pam at Peninsula Center Library. Bring comfy clothes and shoes. 

Every Tuesday in March from 10am-11am
  • March 7
  • March 14
  • March 21
  • March 28
Registration required for EACH CLASS. 
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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 - 1:00 PM
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SilverSpots Information Session

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room

Come check-out a SilverSpot tablet!

Learn how to navigate apps to download eBooks and movies, read the news, send email, and much more on a SilverSpot tablet for seniors. Have our helpful teen tech volunteers coach you through the features of the SilverSpot tablet at our information session on Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 12 PM – 1 PM during TechKnows in the Community Room of Peninsula Center Library located at 701 Silver Spur Road in Rolling Hills Estates. 

After the information session, you’ll be able to borrow the tablet for 8 weeks. No registration necessary to attend the information session.

 Attendance not required to check out a SilverSpot from the library.

 For more information, please visit www.pvld.org or call (310) 377-9584 ext. 601.


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Malaga Cove Library Monthly Book Club

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Malaga Cove Library
Community Room
The Malaga Cove Library Book Club meets on the first Saturday of the month at 2:00 PM. All are welcome to join at any time. Each month we will read and discuss a single novel. Please see this year's reading list here. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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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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Coloring & Coffee

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Peninsula Center Library
Purcell Meeting 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. More information
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Miraleste Library Monthly Book Club

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Miraleste Library
Main Floor
The Miraleste Library Book Club meets on the second Saturday of the month at 1 PM. All are welcome to join at any time. Each month we will read and discuss a single novel. Please see this year's reading list here. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Spice Club

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room

Spice Club - Potluck


Potluck is on Saturday, April 8 from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm at the Peninsula Center Community Room.

Our first featured spice is the Middle Eastern spice Za'atar. Za'atar is a lively mix of dried herbs like oregano, sumac, and sesame seeds. The spice blend is used to garnish dishes like hummus, salads, or seasoning meat. 

Please refer to brochure included in your Spice Kit for more information about recipes and potluck guidelines. 

Questions? Email jhernandez@pvld.org or irabot@pvld.org or call (310) 377-9584 ext. 601

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Board Games for Adults

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Purcell Meeting Room
Join your neighbors for a friendly game of chess, checkers, Scrabble and other board games! No reservations required, just drop in! 
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Medicare Fraud Prevention

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room
Join us for an educational presentation by the Center of Health Care Rights' Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program advisors that will provide participants tips on how to protect oneself from Medicare scams.

No registration required.
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Write on Time

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Purcell Meeting Room
Writers unite!  Join us for a monthly evening program for writing enthusiasts to have time for free writing, peer-feedback, sharing, or tackle writing prompts to keep the creativity active.

Drop-in. No registration required.
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Opening Reception for art exhibit featuring The Artists' Studio

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery and Garden

Please join us to celebrate the beautiful art of The Artists' Studio. Meet and mingle with the artists!

All are welcome! Light refreshments will be provided.

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

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Database Demonstration

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Purcell Meeting Room
Learn how to navigate some of the most popular PVLD databases, such as:  Consumer Reports, JStor, Legal Forms and digital newspapers. 

Registration is required. 
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Malaga Cove Book Sale

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Peninsula Friends of the Library Book Sale
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery and Garden
Book sales are open to the public.
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PVHS Advanced Projects Show Reception

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Foyer
Art In Our Library  is pleased to host the Palos Verdes High School Advanced Projects Show in the Peninsula Center Library foyer.

The students will host a reception on Wednesday, 4/19 from 3:30-5:30pm.

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The Art in Our Library exhibition program allows free access to the visual arts and cultural exhibtions, while promoting local artists and creative community groups.     

The mission of the Palos Verdes Library District is to collaborate with our community to create environments for learning, inspiration, and to share the unique history of the Peninsula. 

PVLD's Art in Our Library program contributes to the vision of the library to be the community's center for discovery, life-long learning, and personal enrichment for all.
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Malaga Cove Book Sale

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Peninsula Friends of the Library Book Sale
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery and Garden
Book sales are open to the public.
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Movies @ the Library

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. 

DAYS OF HEAVEN (1978) PG-13
Starring Richard Gere, Brooke Adams & Sam Shepard. Directed by Terrence Malick.
A hot-tempered farm laborer convinces the woman he loves to marry their rich but dying boss so that they can have a claim to his fortune.
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