Shelley Berman at the Platt (branch library)

Wednesday, March 9 at 7 pm

For over four decades, Shelley Berman has entertained and provoked audiences around the world…in concert (he was the first standup comedian to play Carnegie Hall)…in theaters (his award-winning stage and film roles are legion)…in homes (through comedy albums, books, and TV appearances). He's also in his 21^st year of teaching budding humorists in USC's Master of Professional Writing program. At Platt Branch, he'll combine both aspects of his career in his presentation of “Comedy and Its Reflections in History.”

General Meeting begins at 6:30 pm, speaker at 7:00 pm, in the Multipurpose Room. Refreshments following the presentation

Fun for Kids

Platt's 10th Birthday Gala!

The Magic of Books
A fun-filled day of Music, Crafts, Humor, Refreshments, and Magic!
Saturday, April 16, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Special Library Programs

Performing Books
Celebrating arts and literature through music and drama
Tuesday, February 8 at 10 am and 11 am
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND!
(sign up at the Reference Desk)

Valentine's Day Preschool Storytime
Special activities and crafts
Monday, February 14 at 10:30 am.

African-American Heritage Celebration
Folk tales and historical stories for the whole family
Thursday, February 17 at 3:30 pm

St. Patrick�s Day C�ilidh
Irish get-together with music, dancing, fun stories and crafts
Thursday, March 17 at 3:30 pm

Continuing Programs

Preschool Storytime's fun fest of stories,
music, songs, games, flannelboards, fingerplays, and more.
Mondays at 10:30 am

And don't forget our daily GAB reading program!

For more information contact Vicki Migliori

Children's Librarian, (818) 340-9386

Love to Discuss What You've Read?
Prefer to Read What You Like to Discuss?

You belong in the Platt Branch Book Club.
Join in the book selections and discussions, and meet Adult Librarian Sherry Brent, who leads the group.

For more information, visit Sherry at the Reference Desk or call her at (818) 340-9386.

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ON-GOING
Mon–Sat		2–4 or 3–5 pm	GAB* –Grandparents and Books. Read to children. *Please call to confirm hours: (818) 340-9386.
Mon		10–11:30 am	GAB with Preschool Storytime & Grandma Judie's fun and games
JANUARY
Mon	EVERY	10:30 am	Preschool Storytime – Fun activities every week except as noted. Ages 2–5
Mon	Jan 17		Library closed for Martin Luther King's Birthday. No Preschool Storytime
Wed	Jan 26	6:15–7:45 pm	Book Discussion Group – Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides. Adults
Fri	Jan 28	5:30–7 pm	FRIENDS PRE-SALE SUPER USED BOOK SALE
Sat	Jan 29	10 am–2 pm	SUPER USED BOOK SALE
FEBRUARY
Mon	EVERY	10:30 am	Preschool Storytime – Fun activities every week except as noted. Ages 2–5
Mon	Feb 7	7:00 pm	Friends Board Meeting
Tue	Feb 8	10 am & 11 am	Performing Books – The life of Louis Armstrong read by master storyteller Peter Kors with Bobby Rodriguez on the jazz trumpet. Advance registration required; sign up at Reference Desk or call Vicki @ 818-340-6302. Grade 4 & up
Mon	Feb 14	10:30 am	Valentine's Day Special Preschool Storytime – Stories and crafts. Ages 2–5
Wed	Feb 16	6:15–7:45 pm	Book Discussion Group – Title to be announced. Adults
Thu	Feb 17	3:30 pm	African-American Heritage Celebration – Storyteller Leslie Perry brings American folk tales and historical stories to life. All ages
Mon	Feb 21		Library closed for President's Day. No Preschool Storytime
MARCH
Mon	EVERY	10:30 am	Preschool Storytime – Fun activities every week except as noted. Ages 2–5
Tue	Mar 8	all day	LA City & County Primary Elections—Go Vote!
Wed	Mar 9	6:30 pm	Friends General Membership Meeting
Wed	Mar 9	7:00 pm	Shelley Berman, the celebrated actor and comedian, presents “Comedy and Its Reflections in History.” Adults
Mon	Mar 14	7:00 pm	Friends Board Meeting
Thu	Mar 17	3:30 pm	St. Patrick's Day Cèilidh – Celebrate with Irish stories, music, dance, and fun crafts! Wearing o'the green encouraged. Refreshments included. All ages
Wed	Mar 23	6:15–7:45 pm	Book Discussion Group – Title to be announced. Adults
Mon	Mar 28		Library closed for Cesar Chavez Day – No Preschool Storytime
APRIL
Mon	EVERY	10:30 am	Preschool Storytime – Fun activities every week except as noted. Ages 2–5
Mon	Apr 4	7:00 pm	Friends Board Meeting
Fri	Apr 15	5:30–7 pm	FRIENDS PRE-SALE SUPER USED BOOK SALE
Sat	Apr 16	10 am–2 pm	SUPER USED BOOK SALE
Sat	Apr 16	10 am–3 pm	“The Magic of Books” 10th Birthday Gala – Celebrate Platt's birthday with great entertainment, activities, balloons, and refreshments! All ages
Wed	Apr 27	6:15–7:45 pm	Book Discussion Group – Title to be announced. Adults

Calendar of Events

Thousands of new selections!

Saturday, January 29

10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Friends-only PreSale
Friday, January 28
5:30 to 7:00 pm

Shelley Berman at the Platt (branch library)

Wednesday, March 9 at 7 pm

Fun for Kids

Platt's 10th Birthday Gala!

Special Library Programs

Continuing Programs

And don't forget our daily GAB reading program!

Love to Discuss What You've Read?
Prefer to Read What You Like to Discuss?

	Here's your chance to enjoy an evening with one of America's most celebrated comedians—live! Shelley Berman at the Platt (branch library) Wednesday, March 9 at 7 pm For over four decades, Shelley Berman has entertained and provoked audiences around the world…in concert (he was the first standup comedian to play Carnegie Hall)…in theaters (his award-winning stage and film roles are legion)…in homes (through comedy albums, books, and TV appearances). He's also in his 21^st year of teaching budding humorists in USC's Master of Professional Writing program. At Platt Branch, he'll combine both aspects of his career in his presentation of “Comedy and Its Reflections in History.” General Meeting begins at 6:30 pm, speaker at 7:00 pm, in the Multipurpose Room. Refreshments following the presentation

Calendar of Events

Thousands of new selections!

Saturday, January 29

10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Friends-only PreSaleFriday, January 28 5:30 to 7:00 pm

Shelley Berman at the Platt (branch library)

Wednesday, March 9 at 7 pm

Fun for Kids

Platt's 10th Birthday Gala!

Special Library Programs

Continuing Programs

And don't forget our daily GAB reading program!

Love to Discuss What You've Read?Prefer to Read What You Like to Discuss?

Friends-only PreSale
Friday, January 28
5:30 to 7:00 pm

Love to Discuss What You've Read?
Prefer to Read What You Like to Discuss?