Share your love of learning English with diverse students just like you! Students will read, discuss and practice their English communication skills. No registration required.

Ages: 18+

No registration required.

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

This is a 6 week program, meeting once per week

Duration: Mondays, March 10th - April 14th

This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs

Where: The Cormack Room

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Come join the Workshop during our monthly Open Hour sessions! During Open Hour sessions, participants will be able to work on their own independent projects, utilizing select equipment, supplies and/or materials, including drawing, painting, printmaking, fiber arts and certain general use materials.

Open Hours are self-led, meaning participants work independently, at their own pace. Workshop staff will be available to help get set-up, distribute the materials and offer general help and advice, but will not be able to provide large group or individual long form, step-by-step instruction.

Please note that not all materials, supplies and equipment in the Workshop will be accessible during Open Hours sessions.  Please see the list on the Workshop’s webpage for available resources.

Currently, these sessions are limited to individuals aged 18 and up.  Pre-registration is required to attend Open Hour sessions. Registration will open on Monday, March 17th at 10:00am. You can register at the Workshop’s webpage.

If you have any questions, you can email Workshop staff at workshop@downeyca.org

Calling all chess enthusiasts! Every other Saturday, the Downey City Library will host the Adult Chess Club, led by local chess enthusiast Salman Mogaddedi! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, come sharpen your skills, learn new strategies, and enjoy friendly competition. This is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, meet fellow chess lovers, and have fun!

When: Every other Saturday, 11am - 1pm

Where: Cormack Room

For ages 18+

Registration is required in-person or by phone (562) 904-7360.

Registration will open 2 weeks prior to the program

Watch classics, discover new movies and hang out with friends in the Cormack Room the last Thursday of every month. This month join us to watch Wicked by Jon M. Chu [PG]

¡Estás Invitado!

La biblioteca de la ciudad de Downey te invita a ser parte de nuestra discusión de el Club De Lectura en Español. Este programa es para lectores de 18 años en adelante y personas que hablen y lean en español. Para nuestra sesión estaremos conversando sobre el libro La Última Cuentista de Donna Barba Higuera. Tendremos aperitivos y juntos crearemos un ambiente cómodo para discutir los temas que el libro nos ofrece. Siéntete libre de invitar a un amigo, familiar, vecino o conocido. ¡Será una entretenida conversación!

Día: Martes, 25 de marzo

Hora: 6:00 p.m.

¡Te esperamos!

Share your love of learning English with diverse students just like you! Students will read, discuss and practice their English communication skills. No registration required.

Ages: 18+

No registration required.

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

This is a 6 week program, meeting once per week

Duration: Mondays, March 10th - April 14th

This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs

Where: The Cormack Room

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Learn the basics of wet felting! In this workshop, participants will make wrist warmers by felting layers of wool together. They will also learn about the different possibilities and applications of wet felting techniques. This program is intended for beginners with no previous experience. All materials will be provided. 

This session will be led by a guest instructor, Eleonora Schonhofer.

This program is intended for ages 18+. Pre-registration is required to attend this program. The registration form will become available on Monday, March 10th, at 10:00 AM on the Workshop’s webpage.

Learn the basics of using a computer and become familiar with peripherals, programs, files, browsing, emails and more. We’ll cover how to use hardware, type up text documents, and use the computer safely and easily!

This session will focus on the basics of using a computer, such as turning it on and opening files. PC’s will be provided by the library to work on during the class.

Registration is required in-person or by phone (562) 904-7366.

The Downey City Library is launching its very own Collective Literary Art Magazine, and this is your chance to be part of it!

Join us for Wonderland Writing + Watercolor Painting on March 20, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM—the second in a series of four creative workshops blending writing and visual art. Explore storytelling through Wonderland Writing and Water Painting. No experience needed!

Pre-Registration is required. Registration will open on Thursday, March 6th at 10:00am. Please register on the Workshop’s webpage.

For ages 16+

Questions can be emailed to workshop@downeyca.org

Join us every other Tuesday at 5:30 PM for an epic Dungeons & Dragons session with local Dungeon Master Cody Mazza! Using the fast-paced, nostalgia-infused Dungeon Crawl Classics (DCC) system, these biweekly sessions promise creative puzzles, thrilling exploration, and treasure galore. Perfect for both new and seasoned adventurers, no experience needed!

📜 All materials provided.

📝 Registration required

🎲 For ages 16+

The Workshop is excited to collaborate with the Studio for their upcoming photoshoot! After receiving a printed photo from the Studio staff, participants will have the opportunity to decorate and take home their own picture frame! Materials will include paint, stickers, charms and more. Materials are limited! Please note that we will limit one frame per participant.

This activity is intended for all ages. It is a drop-in program, meaning registration is not required and space will be offered on a first come, first served basis. In order to participate in this workshop, participants must first take a photo in the Studio’s photoshoot.

Bloom into the season with a picture-perfect moment! 🌸✨ Swing by the library on Monday, March 17th, from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM for a drop-in Spring Photoshoot! Capture the warmth of spring with our vibrant backdrops, professional lighting, and playful props. No appointments, no cost—just fun snapshots! 📸🌿

Monday, March 17th

1:00pm-5:30pm

All ages | No appointment needed

The Studio is excited to collaborate with the Workshop in our upcoming photoshoot! After receiving a printed photo from the Studio staff, participants will have the opportunity to decorate and take home their own picture frame! Let your creativity bloom!

Share your love of learning English with diverse students just like you! Students will read, discuss and practice their English communication skills. No registration required.

Ages: 18+

No registration required.

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

This is a 6 week program, meeting once per week

Duration: Mondays, March 10th - April 14th

This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs

Where: The Cormack Room

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Join us for a Vinyl Listening Session & DJ Workshop with DJ Buffpants, where you’ll learn the art of mixing vinyl, vibe to a curated DJ set, and swap records at our Community Record Exchange with Nice Guy Eddie, who’s bringing an amazing collection of vinyl! 🎧🎶

No Registration Required

All Ages

Learn how to paint with gouache in the Workshop! In this fully guided class, participants will walk through the steps of painting with gouache paint. Class participants will all be painting the same subject, following along with the instructor. This program is intended for beginners with no previous experience. All materials will be provided.

This program is intended for ages 18+.

Pre-registration is required to attend this program. The registration form will become available on Monday, March 3rd, at 10:00 AM on the Workshop’s webpage.

Calling all chess enthusiasts! Every other Saturday, the Downey City Library will host the Adult Chess Club, led by local chess enthusiast Salman Mogaddedi! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, come sharpen your skills, learn new strategies, and enjoy friendly competition. This is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, meet fellow chess lovers, and have fun!

When: Every other Saturday, 11am - 1pm

Where: Cormack Room

For ages 18+

Registration is required in-person or by phone (562) 904-7360.

Registration will open 2 weeks prior to the program

Enjoy an opportunity to explore and appreciate cinema from different cultures and regions around the world at our FREE monthly International film screening! This month, join us to watch The Seventh Seal [Not Rated] by Ingmar Bergman

Come hang out, play your favorite games, and make new friends. We’ll have classic and new games like Monopoly, Uno, Aggravation, plus puzzles & more for all ages. In addition, we’ll be hosting Jackbox games for older visitors. You won’t want to miss it!

Children’s Area: Fun for all ages with board games, card games, puzzles & more! ✨🎲

Cormack Room: Anyone 16+ can enjoy Jackbox Party Pack 7, plus snacks and drinks! 🍿🕹️

No Registration Required

Share your love of learning English with diverse students just like you! Students will read, discuss and practice their English communication skills. No registration required.

Ages: 18+

No registration required.

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Together learn signs and songs through activities and play. Caregivers will receive tips about language and cognitive development at each class.

This is a 6 week program, meeting once per week

Duration: Mondays, March 10th - April 14th

This program is meant for children ages 0-3 yrs

Where: The Cormack Room

Sign up for the waitlist, invitations will be sent out as spots open.

Join us this Thursday for Hollywood Classics, where we’ll be watching film series highlighting iconic Hollywood masterpieces! This week, we’ll be watching Singin’ in the Rain (1952) directed by Stanley Donen and Gene Kelly.

Where: The Cormack Room

When: Thursday, March 6th, at 5pm

Join us every other Tuesday at 5 PM for an epic Dungeons & Dragons session with local Dungeon Master Cody Mazza! Using the fast-paced, nostalgia-infused Dungeon Crawl Classics (DCC) system, these biweekly sessions promise creative puzzles, thrilling exploration, and treasure galore. Perfect for both new and seasoned adventurers, no experience needed!

📜 All materials provided.

🚪 Drop in, no registration required.

🎲 For ages 16+.

Share your love of learning English with diverse students just like you! Students will read, discuss and practice their English communication skills. No registration required.

Ages: 18+

No registration required.

Your little one has a lot to say! Help them learn to communicate through sign language. Learn the what, why, When and how of the Baby Signs Program. Leave knowing what the Baby Signs® Program is all about, why parents and babies love it, when to get started and how to introduce signs to your baby.

No Registration Required

Where: The Cormack Room

More info, email childrens@downeyca.org

Calling all chess enthusiasts! Every other Saturday, the Downey City Library will host the Adult Chess Club, led by local chess enthusiast Salman Mogaddedi! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, come sharpen your skills, learn new strategies, and enjoy friendly competition. This is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, meet fellow chess lovers, and have fun!

When: Every other Saturday, 11am - 1pm

Where: Cormack Room

For ages 18+

Registration is required in-person or by phone (562) 904-7360.

Registration will open 2 weeks prior to the program

This session has been cancelled. The Adult Chess Club will resume Saturday, March 15th

Watch classics, discover new movies and hang out with friends in the Cormack Room the last Thursday of every month. This month join us to watch Blue Velvet by David Lynch [R]

Calling all Pokémon Trainers! Celebrate Pokémon Day with us at the library with a day full of fun activities for all ages!

Pokémon Scavenger Hunt (12-4 PM) – Ages 3-12: Explore the library and search for hidden Pokémon in our exciting scavenger hunt! Find them all and win a Pokémon Pin.

Pokémon Activities in the Children’s Area (All Day): Enjoy Pokémon-themed coloring sheets, activity sheets, and more! Drop by anytime and have fun.

Origami Bookmark Workshop (3-5 PM) – All Ages: Join us in the Workshop to craft your very own Pokémon-inspired origami bookmarks. No registration required—just drop in and create!

Pokémon Reading Challenge Rewards: If you participated in our Pokémon Reading Challenge and completed it, stop by to claim your reward!

Get ready for a Pokémon-filled day of adventure, creativity, and fun—we gotta catch ‘em all at the library!