IT’S YOUR LIBRARY

La Quinta Public Library is located at 78-275 Calle Tampico. Enjoy FREE programs for all ages! Questions? Call 760-564-4767

Please Note: The Library will be closed Monday, February 13, for Lincoln’s Birthday and Monday, February 20, for Washington’s Birthday.

Bloody Valentine | Teens and Adults

Tuesday and Thursday, February 14 & 16 @ 4 - 6:50 p.m. | In-Person

Saturday, February 18 @ 2 - 5:50 p.m. | In-Person

Sensory Hour | Ages 0 - 12 years

Monday, February 6 @ 10:15 a.m. | InPerson

Featured Programs

Book Fest | Ages 13+

Monday-Saturday, February 6-11 | InPerson

This week-long event celebrates Historical Fiction this year and starts on February 6 with a book club and ends on February 11 with a discussion panel and book signing with the invited authors. Visit https://bit.ly/laqbookfest for the schedule, registration and more.

*Registration required*

Bring Your Own Baby (BYOB) Book Club | Ages 18+

Thursday, February 2 @ 10:15 a.m. |

In-Person

Parents and caregivers, no need to find childcare! Bring your baby/toddler to our morning book club to meet, discuss and socialize with other adults. A volunteer will be present with activities for toddlers while adults discuss February’s book A Woman of Intelligence by Karin Tanabe. *Registration required*

Love Story Book Club | Ages 18+

Sunday, February 5 @ 2:15 p.m. | InPerson

A traditional book club with a diverse range of genres but happily-ever-after not guaranteed! February’s pick: One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston. See the Adult Reference Desk to register and to ask about available copies. *Registration required*

Can you discover the Bloody Valentine’s identity in time to escape the room or will you be ghosted? Sponsored by Friends of the La Quinta Library.

*Registration required*

DIY Tech Support | Ages 18+

Thursdays, February 9 & 23 @ 10:30 & 11 a.m. | In-Person Register for a half-hour appointment with Reference Staff and get assistance with basic tech needs such as borrowing eBooks on your phone, signing up for an email account, etc. Call or stop by to register. *Registration required*

Ongoing Programs

Storytimes | Ages 0 - 5 years

Tuesdays, February 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 10:15 a.m. | In-Person

Toddler Time for ages 18 months - 3 years.

Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22 @ 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. | In-Person

Baby Time for ages 0 - 18 months at 10:15 a.m. and Preschool Time for ages 3-5 years at 11:15 a.m.

Sponsored by Friends of the La Quinta Library.

Anime Zone | Ages 13 - 17

Saturday, February 4 @ 4 p.m. | InPerson

Join us in the La Quinta Library Program Room as we watch and critique three random anime episodes with friends.

Sensory activities to promote the development of motor skills as well as socialization amongst peers. Sponsored by Friends of the La Quinta Library.

Read the States | Ages 13 - 17

Saturday, February 11 @ 4 p.m. | InPerson or Zoom

Travel to a different state every month through YA Fiction. Then, join us on the second Saturday of the month to talk about what you loved, hated, and related to. Visit the Library to check out a copy of February’s Book - American Street by Ibi Zoboi. *Registration required*

Page Turners Book Club | Ages 18+

Thursday, February 16 @ 10:30 a.m. | In-Person or Zoom

In February, we’ll discuss Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby. See the Adult Reference Desk to register. Copies are limited.

It’s a Library Birthday! | All ages

Saturday, February 25 @ noon | InPerson

Register your February birthday and let the library throw the birthday party! Our once-a-month library birthday party will include games, crafts and stories geared to create a safe, fun, all-inclusive birthday experience. Members of the community are encouraged to come and celebrate January birthdays with us!

Sponsored by Friends of the La Quinta Library. *Registration required*

Something On Saturday (S.O.S.) | All ages

Saturday, February 25 @ 3 p.m. | InPerson

Join us for some family friendly fun at the Library! Sponsored by Friends of the La Quinta Library.

Impulse Affirmation | Ages 13 - 17

Tuesday, February 28 @ 4:30 p.m. | InPerson

Reader’s choice! Discuss in person or online at bit.ly/LAQTeensDiscord

La Quinta Creation Station Programs

Ant-Man’s Mini Billboards | All-Ages

Saturday, February 4 @ 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Craft your very own miniature lightup billboard at the Creation Station! Advertise to YOUR advantage! Make a billboard to remind you to smile or show someone your appreciation or come up with a fake product to make you chuckle. Join us for this relaxing and creative craft! FREE

Steampunk Haberdashery | Ages 6+

Thursday, February 9 @ 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Visit Professor Verne’s corner where you can learn how to construct a mini top hat, or Miss Ada’s studio to create a clockwork broach or lapel pin inspired by Steampunk literature. This craft program is a tie-in to the La Quinta Book Fest. FREE (Recommended for ages 6 and older)

Anime Curries | All-Ages

Wednesday, February 22 @ 10 a.m. | YouTube Channel

William will show you how to make delicious curries you will see in many Anime TV shows and movies.

Laser Cutting: Gliders | Ages 7 - 13

Saturday, February 25 @ 10:30 a.m.noon & 1:30 - 3 p.m.

Makers will learn the basics of using a laser cutting machine by designing a glider plane. Once assembled, makers will use the park to test out their designs. $5 Class Fee

(3 persons max per session)