Community Events in Independence, CA

Volunteer opportunities, meetups, and community events in Independence, CA. Get involved locally.

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Mystery Book Club

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 12:30 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Alpine Library · 1752 Alpine Boulevard, Alpine, CA

Do you like whodunits, creepy psychological thrillers, or even cozy detective tales? Join your fellow mystery fans in our Mystery & Thriller book discussion group! This month's selection is The Never Game by Jeffrey Deaver

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Get Stitched

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 12:00 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Aliso Viejo Library · Orange County, CA

Join us for our weekly fiber arts meetup! Bring a project or come learn a new craft. No crafting experience necessary. Limited supplies available for new learners. Program for tweens, teens, and...

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Bascom Teens Reach Meeting

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · Bascom Branch Library · 1000 S. Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA · Ages 13–18

Teens are invited to join Bascom Library Teens Reach in-person every 3rd Tuesday of the month! This program features fun volunteer opportunities, craft activities, games, and chances to hang out with your peers and learn new skills and information. For our meeting on June 16, we will be learning...

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Alta / A Human Atlas of a City of Angels

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 7:00 AM UTC · Glendale Central Library · 222 East Harvard Street, Glendale, CA · Ages 18+

ReflectSpace, in partnership with the Getty Conservation Institute, presents Alta / A Human Atlas of the City of Angels , an internationally acclaimed social impact project by UK-based artist Marcus Lyon. The exhibition weaves together portraiture, personal narratives, and ancestral DNA data to map.

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Childrens Storytimes: Family Open

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 5:00 PM–5:20 PM UTC · Children's Library Little Theater · Beverly Hills, CA

Childrens Storytimes: Family Open (all ages welcome!). https://www.beverlyhills.org/calendar.aspx?EID=2785

Asking Better Questions: The Art of Prompting with Copilot

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Virtual location · Orange, CA

Copilot’s usefulness depends on how you ask. In this session, staff and faculty will explore prompt design techniques that lead to clearer, more accurate, and more usable outputs. The workshop emphasizes clarity, iteration, and thoughtful guidance rather than trial-and-error prompting.

Pokémon Art Camp

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 4:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Malibu Bluffs Park · Malibu, CA

https://www.malibucity.org/calendar.aspx?EID=15285

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Wear Your Pride

In 1 week · Tue, Jun 16, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library · Los Angeles, CA

Come hang out at the library and create a tie dye design to rep your Pride flag or favorite soccer team. We’ll provide all the dye, supplies, and instructions.Teens can tie dye a bandana or cotton tee from...

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Mirror Art: What Would You Like to See in the Mirror?

In 1 week · Tue, Jun 16, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Sun Valley Branch Library · Los Angeles, CA

We're making mirrors for the Sun Valley Branch. Help choose the images you'd like to see in the mirror. Participants will add pictures to large foil...

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Teen Art Series: Pride Lanterns @ Michelle Obama

In 1 week · Tue, Jun 16, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · <a href="http://maps.google.com/?q=5870+Atlantic+Ave%2C+Long+Beach%2C+CA+90805" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 90805</a> · Long Beach, CA · Ages 13–18

Teens, join us for our crafting series this summer! Today we will decorate glass lanterns for pride month! For teens ages 13-18. Supplies are limited.

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Teen Henna DIY

In 1 week · Tue, Jun 16, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · <a href="https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/branches/la-pintoresca-branch/" target="_blank">La Pintoresca Branch Library</a> · Pasadena, CA · Ages 10–17

Explore the art of henna with SRO Entertainers. Try striking designs, learn techniques, and create something uniquely yours in a relaxed space. All supplies provided; bring your ideas.Registration required. Signups open up May 1 at 10 a.m. For accessibility information and requests, contact the...

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Inclusive Book Club with AAC (Online Event)

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · Fremont, CA · Fremont, CA

Hello Book Club Families, Book of the Week: Magic Tree House: Stage Fright on A Summer Night Jack and Annie travel in their magic tree house to Elizabethan London, where they become actors in a production of A Midsummer Night's Dream and try to rescue a tame bear. About our Inclusive Book Club:...

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Laws Railroad Museum

Laws Railroad Museum · 25200 Silver Canyon Rd, Bishop, CA 93514-9505, Laws, CA

Explore Laws Railroad Museum in Laws, CA. Exhibits and attractions include Map of Grounds and Event Center, 20 Mule Team Borax Wagon Display (Video), Brill Car Rides. Hosts upcoming events. Check the calendar for upcoming events.

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Digital Drawing With Procreate

In 1 week · Tue, Jun 16, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Foster City Library — Programming Area · San Mateo, CA

Join us on select Tuesdays for Procreate Basics Class - part of the Digital Artistry with ProCreate Series. Unleash your creativity and redefine your artistic boundaries! This class is meant for complete beginners. Space is limited; unless you have your own device and software, no registration is...

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Teen Origami Club

In 1 week · Tue, Jun 16, 11:00 PM UTC · Malabar Branch Library · Los Angeles, CA · Ages 10–17

The Teen Origami Club is a welcoming space for participants of all levels to learn the Japanese art of paper folding—transforming simple paper into animals, objects, or complex designs, fostering...

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Haines Gallery – Andy Goldsworthy: For Olle & Once The Ocean Floor With Four Artists

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 5:30 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Fort Mason Center · 2 Marina Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123, San Francisco, CA

@ About Event Details About the Artists Gallery Plan Your Visit Andy Goldsworthy: For Olle & Once The Ocean Floor With Four Artists Presented By Haines Gallery Haines Gallery presents two dynamic exhibitions – Andy Goldsworthy: For Olle and Once The Ocean Floor: Photography By John Chiara, Linda...

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Brush Painting Workshop

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 12:15 AM–1:45 AM UTC · Montrose Library · 2465 Honolulu Ave, Montrose, CA 91020, Montrose, CA

Explore different brush painting techniques during these workshops. Due to its popularity, instructor Robyn Butcher-Whitla, an artist, illustrator, teacher, tutor and life coach, is conducting an additional brush painting workshop each month. Expand your crafting skills in this special workshop....

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Senior Nutrition Craft

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Stanton Branch Library · Orange County, CA · Ages 55+

Looking for a fun way to connect with others and get a little creative? Join us for a quick and easy craft session designed just for seniors! We'll make a simple, fun craft while we wait for lunch to...

Adult Book Club @ Brewitt

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 12:30 AM–1:30 AM UTC · <a href="http://maps.google.com/?q=4036+E+Anaheim+St%2C+Long+Beach%2C+CA+90804" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brewitt Neighborhood Library, 4036 E. Anaheim St. 90804</a> · Long Beach, CA · Ages 18+

Join us for our monthly Adult Book Club discussion with this month's book: Day of Fire: A Novel of Pompeii by Kate Quinn.We'll dive into the intersecting lives of six distinct characters as they navigate the hours before and during the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79.

Matt Passmore: Tied/Untied

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 7:00 AM–6:59 AM UTC · Fort Mason Center · 2 Marina Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123, San Francisco, CA

Matt Passmore’s Tied/Untied Sculpture greats visitors to the Fort Mason Center For Arts & Culture waterfront campus.

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Old-time Tune Jam @Central Art & Music

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 12:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 2090 Kittredge St, Berkeley, CA 94704, Berkeley, CA

Every third Tuesday of the month, come up to the Central Library 5th Floor for this old-time tune jam hosted by the Berkeley Old Time Music Convention! We'll play traditional instrumental tunes from the American old-time repertoire on fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin, and all reasonably compatible...

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San Carlos Stitchers

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 1:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · San Carlos Library — Meeting Room A · San Mateo, CA

Do you like to crochet or knit? Bring your own crochet, knitting or hand craft sewing project and meet other local stitchers in this informal drop-in group. Skills are not taught here, but anyone can practice and socialize. We meet weekly from 6:00-7:55 PM on Tuesdays.

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Lone Pine Branch Library

Lone Pine Branch Library · 127 Bush Street, Lone Pine, CA

Lone Pine Branch Library is a public branch library in Lone Pine, CA. Open 1,456 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 1,978 square feet.

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Arts & Crafts for Adults

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · Cypress Branch Library · Orange County, CA

Bling your book! Decorate the cover of a book with flat-backed gems. Bring your own book or use one of ours. Open to the first 16 people. Adults 18+

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Euclid Library's 50th Anniversary Celebration

In 1 week · Tue, Jun 16, 10:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Euclid Library · Anaheim, CA

Join us and celebrate Euclid's 50th Anniversary. We will kick off the festivities with Wild Wonders as they introduce you to amazing animals from all over the globe. Followed by face painting, light...

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Better Read than Dead: Mystery Book Club

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 12:30 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Alpine Library · 1752 Alpine Boulevard, Alpine, CA

Do you like whodunits, creepy psychological thrillers, or even cozy detective tales? Join your fellow mystery fans in our Mystery & Thriller book discussion group! This month's selection is

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Family Art Day

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 5:30 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Education Commons · 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, 92657, Laguna Beach, CA

Join us every Wednesday in the Commons! This weekly drop-in series invites visitors of all ages to engage with Crystal Cove through hands-on art and science activities that celebrate and explore local species and ecosystems. Participants might paint their vision of a healthy tidepool, experiment...

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Scratch-Art Rainbow Bookmarks

In 1 week · Tue, Jun 16, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · John Muir Branch Library · Los Angeles, CA · Ages 7–18

Create an LGBTQIA+ pride-inspired rainbow scratch bookmark by drawing vibrant designs on special paper. All supplies provided. Ages 7 to 18 are advised.

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Bishop Branch Library

Bishop Branch Library · 210 Academy Ave., Bishop, CA

Bishop Branch Library is a public branch library in Bishop, CA. Open 1,872 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 6,000 square feet.

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Ceramic Tile Painting

In 1 week · Tue, Jun 16, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Descanso Library · 9545 River Drive, Descanso, CA · Ages 18+

Join us in painting tile drink coasters in the first of our adult adventures in our Summer Learning series. This program, as all programs at the library, is free for all adults. All supplies are provided.

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Origami Flowers

In 1 week · Tue, Jun 16, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Library of the Canyons · Orange County, CA

Join us in creating origami kusudama flowers. We'll provide the supplies, space, and instructions for you to take away some lovely blooms. This craft is suitable for adults, teens, and tweens.

Book Club @ Michelle Obama

In 1 week · Wed, Jun 17, 12:30 AM–1:30 AM UTC · <a href="http://maps.google.com/?q=5870+Atlantic+Ave%2C+Long+Beach%2C+CA+90805" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 90805</a> · Long Beach, CA

Join us for a monthly book club discussion at the library! We will explore different book titles and genres recommended by the readers. to get more information about the book of the month, please visit the library.