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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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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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Will and Company: The Odyssey

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Miraleste Library
Main Floor

Will and Company, a touring group of artists, much like the troupes who traversed the provinces in Shakespeare's day, are bringing Homer’s The Odyssey to the Miraleste Library! The epic is brought to the stage in an adventurous, theatrical style. Watch out for innovative use of puppets, mime and choreographed swordplay!

Aimed at grades K - 12. 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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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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Melody of China

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery and Garden
Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with Melody of China! The music of China is incredibly diverse, including folk songs, classical, festival music, opera, popular music and instrumental pieces. Melody of China offers a wide selection of pieces that show how moving, expressive, and even humorous Chinese music can be.

Presented thanks to funding from Arts Grown LA and the Music Center
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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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Andre Giraldo - Classical Guitar Recital

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room
We invite you to join us for a relaxing afternoon of lyrical music for solo classical guitar celebrating the guitarist composer.  This diverse program will include something for everyone, from the serious classical music aficionado to the causal listener, and is also a great opportunity to expose children to a live music experience in a relaxed environment. 
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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. 

CHECK BACK FOR ALBUM SELECTIONS

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Chinese Lion Dance Performance by Shaolin Temple Kung Fu School

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Shaolin Temple Kung Fu School
Peninsula Center Library
Community Room
Join us for a traditional Chinese Lion dance from the local Shaolin Temple Kung Fu School Chinese Lion & Dragon Dance Troupe!

Learn about and watch this traditional dance that is an extension of Chinese martial arts and performed by students and masters of Kung Fu.
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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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