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Here are just a sampling of the programs this month.
Please follow us on social media @whittierpubliclibrary and visit our events calendar online for more information on future library offerings!
 
 
MONTH-LONG ACTIVITIES
Blind Date with a Book
February 1-29
It's not about the cover, it's about the connection. Find your perfect match.
 
STEP 1: Select a wrapped book, unwrap the excitement, and let the pages unfold.
 
STEP 2: Fill out the "Rate your Date" form and return it to the Adult Reference Desk for a chance to win in our raffle! Last day to submit your form is February 29th.

Blind Date with a Book is available at both locations all month long! 
Valentine's Trivia
February 1-17
 
Can you pass Cupid's quiz? Let's find out! πŸ’˜
 
Pick up your Valentine's Day Trivia sheet at the Central Library or Whittwood Branch.
 
Test your knowledge on love, candy, flowers, and more!
 
Return your completed sheet at the Adult Reference Desk for a chance to win a fabulous prize!

BIG MOVIE WATCH

Kanopy: Big Movie Watch
Monday, February 5, 5:30 PM
Central Library
Join us Monday, February 5th in the Community Room, where we will tune into a Rom-Com, What's Love Got to Do With It (2022).  Presented by our streaming service, Kanopy, starting February 5th patrons can use their library card to view the Romantic Comedy from home remotely, or COME ON IN to the library on February 5th to watch on the big screen with us! Oh And if you are so inclined, stick around a bit to chat about it with your moviegoer friends.  Film rated PG-13 
FUN FOR KIDS AND FAMILIES
Please follow us on social media @whittierpubliclibrary and visit our events calendar online for more information on future library offerings!
IN THE MAKERSPACE
Mega-Makers: 3D printing basics
Monday, February 5,
Central Library MakerSpace
 
5th-8th graders-4:30 PM-5:30 PM
Teens and Adults-6:00 PM-7:00 PM
 
Join us Monday, Feb 5th in our Makerspace at the Central Library to learn how to design objects to be printed on our 3D printers. We will provide the computers and teach some 3D basics. Space is limited, please sign-up at the Central Adult Reference desk. 
Coding Camp
Wednesday, February 7, 3:30 PM
Central Library
CLASS FULL.  Watch for future program announcements.
Burning Heart Pyrography: Woodburning Basics
Tuesday, February 13, 5:30 PM
Event Location
Join us Tuesday February 13th in our Makerspace at the Central Library to learn about the art of woodburning, also called Pyrography. In our Burning Heart craft, users will get hands on experience of designing artwork with a heated pen on a wooden surface just in time for Valentine's Day. *Space is limited, please sign-up at the Central Adult Reference desk or Call us (562) 567-9900. For ages 15 & up! This program made available by the generous sponsorship of the Whittier Library Foundation.
CALLING ALL TEENS
Origami for Teens
Tuesday, February 6, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Central Library
We are crafting cupid-approved creations in our Teen Origami class! πŸ’˜Join us at the Central Library (7344 Washington Ave) to learn how to make heartfelt paper gifts for friends or your crush.
 
Limited space – secure your spot by registering at the Central Adult Reference Desk!
For more information, contact us at (562) 567-9900
Teen Movie Night
Wednesday, February 7, 5:30 PM
Whittwood Branch Library 
 Join us for our Teen Movie Night. Today we will be showing Twilight (2008) (PG-13) Snacks will be provided.
 
 
Whittier Central Library
7344 Washington Ave.
(562) 567-9900
 
Whittwood Branch Library
10537 Santa Gertrudes Ave.
(562) 567-9950
 
Open 24/7 online at:  Whittierlibrary.org