CLICK HERE for CURBSIDE PICKUP SERVICE info
 
Place a hold and wait for a confirmation that it is ready for pickup. Then follow the instructions in the notice.
 
June is PRIDE MONTH
 
Pasadena Public Library and Pasadena Public Health present Virtual Pride Week, sponsored by LACDMH Innovation 2 Grant. Pride Month is currently celebrated each year in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. https://www.loc.gov/lgbt-pride-month/about/
 
Working “Out”: LGBTQ+ Professionals Panel
Tue 6/9/2020 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM  |  Zoom
Join this online panel with LA County professionals who are part of the LGBTQ+ community. Hear their coming out stories, successes and challenges in the workplace, and professional development paths. Moderated by Te Jay McGrath, City of Pasadena LGBTQ Outreach Coordinator, Drag Performer, and Contestant on CBS’s The Amazing Race Season 25. Followed by a Q&A with the panelists. For teens and adults. Register at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
LGBTQ+ Safe Zone Crash Course
Mon 6/10/2020 2:00 PM  |  Zoom
If you are interested in creating a safer place at home or work, or just want to know how to be an ally, take this workshop! This course will include topics such as common terminology, respectful communication, breaking myths and stereotypes, and the coming out process. The workshop will be facilitated by Pasadena Health Department. For teens and adults. Register at  pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
Drag Queen Storytime
Thu 6/11/2020 2:00 PM  |  Instagram
3 stories from 3 different drag queens! Join us for a national phenomenon right in the comforts of your home on social media. Special guests from RuPaul’s Drag Race and the local L.A. drag scene will read from fun and inclusive children’s books. Instagram Live: @pasadenalibrary
 
 
Virtual Teen Events
BOOK CLUB
Virtual YA Book Club
Mon 6/15/2020 4:00 PM  |  GoToMeeting
Join us for a discussion of HEY KIDDO by Jarrett J. Krosoczka. We'll be meeting online. For teens only. Contact us if you need help getting a copy of the book. Remember: you can borrow ebooks with your library card online for free! Register at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
 
Summer Reading starts June 13!
Read, engage, earn prizes. The registration prize is a book! Register and participate online: 
pasadena.beanstack.com
 
 
CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Bookmark Art Contest for all ages
Design a bookmark to share with library users! Winning designs will be featured in a limited print run of special PPL bookmarks. Your bookmark design can be about anything that's library, Pasadena, literature, or curiosity related. For more details, guidelines, and entry form, visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net/teens
 
Crafts with Tiff and Tosh
Mon 6/15/2020 3:00 PM  |  Instagram
and Mon 6/29/2020 3:00 PM - 3:15 PM  |  Instagram
Discover a different simple craft with easy to find materials. Instagram Live: @pasadenalibrary
 
Sew It Begins: Virtual Intro To Sewing
Wed 6/24/2020 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM  |  Zoom
Join us for this sewing class for beginners and gain confidence with your sewing machine. In this Zoom lesson you will follow along with your sewing machine at home. Learn all the basics, including how to thread a machine, wind the bobbin, choose stitches, and start sewing! For ages 13+ (teens & adults). Register at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
Sketches and More (At Home for Teens)
Wed 6/24/2020 4:00 PM  |  Zoom
Relax and create some art in this virtual guided session for teens with staff from the Armory. In this session, we'll explore graffiti art and watercolor painting. Supplies available if needed. Register at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
Paint and Sip (At Home)
Tue 6/30/2020 4:00 PM  |  Zoom
Grab your favorite drink and join us online for a hands-on guided art activity. Relax, draw, and paint. We'll be working with watercolor pencils. Supplies available if needed. For all ages. Register at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
 
MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS
NAMI In Our Own Voice
Thu 6/18/2020 1:00 PM  |  Zoom
Speakers share their stories of living with mental health conditions and the paths they took to achieve recovery, hopes, dreams, and their goals. This presentation is interactive providing opportunities to hear individual perspectives on a highly misunderstood topic and discuss it. The goal is for a deeper understanding of mental health conditions and dispelling of stereotypes and misconceptions. Facilitated by Sally Sagario - In Our Own Voice Program Coordinator, NAMI- Greater Los Angeles County. Register at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
New Meaning After the Storm
Thu 6/18/2020 2:30 PM  |  Zoom
Going through a storm and life challenges will change us. Discover the importance and value in facing grief and struggle; what to expect in the acceptance stage moving through; the steps in establishing new meanings and opportunity for growth and transformation; and how to turn your experience into a positive impact in the community and relationships. Facilitated by Salina Corral, Psy.D. - Chair, Pasadena Mental Health Advisory Committee. For teens and adults. Register at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
 
More Youth Programs and Services in our Community
Armory Arts at Home
A series of fun art activities and virtual classes for you to enjoy. Visit armoryarts.org for more information.
 
ArtCenter for Teens
Art & design courses that meet weekly for 10 weeks or daily for five-day workshops. Open to grades 9-12. Click here for scholarships
 
Boys and Girls Club of Pasadena
Click here for an update about the in-person summer session.
 
Pasadena LEARNs
Access daily reading activities, math games, enrichment activities with easy-to-follow instructions using items found around the house, interactive fitness challenges, and computer coding games on our website at pusd.us/learns
 
Pasadena Education Foundation
Hands-on video lessons, summer learning tips, volunteer opportunities.  Learn more at pased.org/summer
 
Flintridge Youth of Promise
Youth of Promise transitioned to provide remote case management, youth development opportunities, academic support, and assistance to families. flintridge.org/what/youthofpromise.htm
 
News You Can Use
More information
Information about Pasadena Public Library's response to COVID-19
https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/coronavirus/
 
Resources for Supporting PUSD Students and Families during School Closure (English/Espanol) 
https://docs.google.com/document/d/173ecMN8FP8youdQUhBJ7lU6JMdQA1Vn8nYKbJ073lK8/edit
 
Information about COVID-19 and a variety of resources from our community: 
https://gostars.org/covid/
 
 
Featured Teen Book Review
Yes No Maybe So by Becky Albertalli & Aisha Saeed
Review by Jasmine Sov, age 14
When Jamie, who considers himself to be awful at public speaking, and Maya, who’s going through the worst possible time of her life, somehow end up doing political canvassing for their local state senate candidate, they’re not exactly very enthusiastic about it. First off, why would Jamie ever want to embarrass himself in front of his entire suburban area several times over? And secondly, since when was going door to door the solution to all of Maya’s family, friends, and vacation problems? Either way, they’re stuck doing it, but maybe it’s not so bad. After all, they could learn a few things from the experience like navigating people, political beliefs, and the cross-cultural crush of the century. ....
READ THE FULL REVIEW ON THE TEENS BLOG
Career Corner
Here are some volunteer, internship, and job opportunities for youth.
 
Day One Advocates
Day One trains middle school, high school, and college students to be positive role models, ambassadors for healthy lifestyles, and informed and engaged members of their communities. Meets Weds 4pm. Contact: Nancy@godayone.org
VIRTUAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Keep up your work skills and earn community service hours while working at home. Volunteer as a book reviewer, virtual event writer for our Teen Zine, or get a head start on the Teen Advisory Board.
APPLY ONLINE 
Digital Youth Advisory Board
For those whose jobs have been impacted by COVID-19, this website enables unemployed or underemployed Angelenos to find and apply to job opportunities across all industries, so they can start working right NOW.
APPLY ONLINE