Friends of the Claremont Library

09/09/2026

Hello Kitty crafts are coming to the Claremont Library! As part of a month-long series of programs with the LA County Library system, we are excited to announce two fun events here in Claremont. Space is limited, please reserve a spot in advance. More always on our website at claremontlibrary.org 😻

09/06/2026

Save the date, and join us for poetry in September! This month, fabulous poets Maurya Simon & Adam O. Davis will read at the Claremont Public library, 2pm on Saturday, September 26 🤩

08/27/2026

If you enjoy poetry and/or live performance, or better yet, both - join us this Saturday, August 29, for live poetry! Fantastic poets Serena Chopra & Anna Zumbahlen will read 🤩 at 2 pm at the Claremont Public Library!
Learn more here: https://www.claremontlibrary.org/monthly-poetry-readings.html

08/24/2026

We know back to school season is full of challenges- stop by on Wednesday afternoon to see how the Library can help young students! There will be school themed art activities, info on Library resources, and AIR CONDITIONING. Reservation is required, please see details below and on our website at claremontlibrary.org .

08/11/2026

Enjoy listening to poets Serena Chopra and Anna Zumbahlen read their awesome poetry at the Claremont Public Library this month! Learn more here: https://www.claremontlibrary.org/monthly-poetry-readings.html

Save the date, and join us for poetry in August! This month, fabulous poets Anna Zumbahlen & Serena Chopra will read at the Claremont Public library, 2pm on Saturday, August 29 🤩

07/16/2026

Did you know that the Helen Renwick Library is a designated LA County Cooling Center? Stay cool during this heatwave by finding a good book or joining us for one of our many summer activities. This Saturday, for example, we have a session of our beloved children's music program. Advanced registration required. Our full calendar is available on our website at www.ClaremontLibrary.org

Come on in, the air conditioning is fine!

06/15/2026

Now that summer break is in full swing, we hope everyone is staying cool with a good book (or several)!
Children ages 4-12 can join us on Tuesday to sign up and enjoy fun art activities.

06/02/2026

Our Children’s Book Festival is on Saturday and we are excited to see everyone! The festival runs from 10am to 12 pm, and will have loads of books and activities. Come join us to celebrate a summer of reading (and sign up for the program too!)

05/19/2026

Save the date! Our annual Children's Book Festival is coming up soon. Enjoy crafts and storytime, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and of course- take home some free books!

05/16/2026

At the Friends of the Claremont Library's Bookstore - NOW through the end of May!
ALL DVDs are on sale for $1.00 each. Hundreds of titles, new and old in every genre: musicals, mysteries, love stories, classics, lots of car chases, comedies, and children's films - and so much more. Additional titles added nearly every day.
Check it out. First come, first find!