La Mirada Library Events – February 2026 

The La Mirada Library is packed with fun, educational, and creative programs this February for all ages—from toddlers to teens to adults. Whether you’re looking for storytime with your little one, a hands-on STEM activity, or a relaxing book club discussion, there’s something for everyone. Here’s what’s coming up:

Smarty Pants Storytime

Thursdays, February 5 & 12 | 11:00 – 11:30 AM
Help your child get ready for school with books, songs, rhymes, and movement designed to build early learning skills.
Ages: 2–5 with parent or caregiver
Registration required. Space is limited.
Sign up with library staff or online at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events (filter by location or date).

Play and Explore

Friday, February 6 | 3:00 – 4:00 PM
An afternoon of play, curiosity, and creativity! Children will develop pre-literacy, social, and motor skills through hands-on activities while families enjoy quality bonding time.
Ages: 1–4 with parent or caregiver
No registration required. Space and materials are limited.
During the program, families can also speak with a Department of Public Health representative about child passenger and car seat safety.

Coding the Traffic Light for Teens

Tuesday, February 10 | 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Discover the history behind traffic lights while celebrating inventor Garrett Morgan. Teens will learn how to create their own traffic light in this interactive STEM program.
Ages: 13–17
Space is limited—arrive early to secure a spot.

Book Adventure: Garrett Morgan

Wednesday, February 11 | 3:30 – 4:30 PM
In celebration of African American and Black History Month, children will enjoy a read-aloud of Saving the Day: Garrett Morgan’s Life-Changing Invention of the Traffic Signal and create a working mini traffic signal to take home.
Ages: 5–12 with caregiver
Materials limited to 20 children.
Registration available with library staff or at Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events.

 Adult Book Club: North Woods

Friday, February 20 | 10:30 – 11:30 AM
Join the La Mirada Library Book Club for a discussion of North Woods, a sweeping novel that explores generations of life connected by one mysterious forest.
For adults
Refreshments graciously sponsored by the Friends of the La Mirada Library.

Read to a Dog

Friday, February 20 | 3:30 – 4:30 PM
Kids can build confidence and practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog and volunteer handler from the Pet Prescription Team.
Ages: 7–12 with caregiver
Attendance is limited. No registration required.
Parent permission is required.

For more details on these events or to register where required, visit Visit.LACountyLibrary.org/Events and filter by location or date.

📣 Want your business to be featured here?