Livermore Public Library will host a community festival to kick off the start of the Summer Learning Program on Saturday, May 30, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Civic Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore, CA 94550.
This free celebration will include a talk and book signing by graphic novelists Thien Pham and Briana Loewinsohn, a Pete the Cat storytime, petting zoo, gardening workshop, and more. Attendees of all ages can also register for the Summer Learning Program and pick up their registration prizes.
Schedule:
11 a.m.
o Pete the Cat Storytime
12 p.m.
o Korean Cooking Class with Hani, founder of Cali Kitchen (registration required)
1 p.m.
o Master Gardening Workshop: Creating a Pollinator Garden
o Andy Z Band, live music for kids
2 p.m.
o Talk and book signing by graphic novelists Thien Pham and Briana Loewinsohn
o Books available for purchase
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
o Petting Zoo
o Mobile Visitor Center from East Bay Regional Park District
o Quest Science Center
o Water Play Area
o Dirt Pudding Snacks
The 2026 Summer Learning Program is open to all ages, from babies to adults. Participants track their reading and activities to earn prizes and raffle tickets. Anyone may register at livermore.beanstack.org or on the free Beanstack app. Time spent reading after May 26 can be logged online or on paper gameboards available at any Livermore Public Library location. This year’s raffle prizes include a Nintendo Switch 2, Great Wolf Lodge gift card, Alden Lane Nursery gift cards, and more!
A full calendar of events has been planned for the summer. For further information and a full list of events, visit the library’s website at library.livermoreca.gov or call 925-373-5500. The Summer Learning Festival is supported by the Friends of the Livermore Public Library.
