Updated for 2025
Women’s History Month is celebrated in March. It is a time to reflect on, acknowledge, and celebrate the many contributions women have made to society. Here in Southern California, there are many ways to celebrate Women’s History Month. Whether you’re staying close to home, are looking to try a new restaurant, or want to see a new museum exhibit, we’ve got the list for you.
Celebrate Women’s History 2025 by Visiting These Places in Los Angeles
Biddy Mason Memorial Park
333 S. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90013
Biddy Mason Memorial Park is a tribute to Bridget “Biddy” Mason, a woman born into slavery in 1818 and who later moved to California with the household that owned her. Because California was a free, non-slave state, Mason fought for her freedom in court and won. She settled in Los Angeles, became a property owner, a nurse and midwife, and a philanthropist. “In 1866, she purchased a nearly one-acre site between present-day Broadway (then Fort Street) and Spring Street, between 3rd and 4th Streets. On this, the present location of the park, she built her homestead.” Over time, Ms. Mason purchased more property and because the value of her holdings increased, she became a “relatively wealthy woman and an untiring philanthropist.” This mini-park was designed by two female landscape architects. “The artwork Biddy Mason Time and Place is an 80-foot-long poured concrete wall by artist Sheila Levrant de Bretteville. The wall is a timeline of Biddy Mason’s life, illustrated by impressions of objects such as agave leaves, wagon wheels, and a midwife’s bag, as well as simple text and images such as an early survey map of Los Angeles and Biddy’s freedom papers.”
75 Years of Natalie Cole
GRAMMY Museum
800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015
The GRAMMY Museum invites families to view 75 Years of Natalie Cole, an exhibition celebrating the astounding career of Natalie Cole, a “nine-time GRAMMY-winning singer whose career spanned R&B, gospel, pop, and the Great American Songbook. Her debut album, Inseparable (1975), featured “This Will Be,” the breakthrough single that made her the first R&B artist and the first Black artist to win Best New Artist at the GRAMMY Awards. The exhibition features gowns worn to the GRAMMY Awards as well as performances at the Hollywood Bowl, as well as four of her nine GRAMMY Awards. Today, Ms. Cole’s legacy “lives on through The Natalie Cole Foundation, which aims to support music education in underserved areas, empower women in music, promote equity and diversity, and address critical health needs.” The exhibition will be at the Museum through Summer 2025. Ticket information is available online. (The Museum is closed each Tuesday.)
National Women’s Month
Grier Musser Museum
403 S. Bonnie Brae St., Los Angeles, CA 90057
The Grier Musser Museum is celebrating National Women’s Month from Wednesday, March 5th through Saturday, April 19th. The Museum has a number of items in its collection reflecting the Suffragists, as well as displays “showing the many accomplishments of such outstanding women as Jackie Kennedy Onassis and Julia Morgan (the architect that designed Hearst Castle).” The Museum is open Wednesday through Saturday, 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Reservations are required. Families are asked to call 3 to 4 days before your desired date to make your reservation. Call (213) 413-1814 (Adults $10, Seniors & Students $7, children $5. Cash only.)
Pacific Design Center
8687 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Maybe you’ve driven by the Pacific Design Center, and your kids have commented on the brightly colored buildings. But do you know the story behind one of the architects involved with the project? Norma Merrick Sklarek became the “first Black woman licensed as an architect in California,” and has been called the “Rosa Parks of architecture.” Check the website for more information about other buildings Ms. Sklarek designed.
Pillar Campaign
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
6067 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
Next time you’re at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, be sure to take your time and check out the Pillars that are a part of the Museum’s Pillar Campaign (co-chaired by Laura Dern and Kimberly Steward). There are six Pillars you definitely need to see, each one honoring a woman in film — Hattie McDaniel, Buffy St. Marie, Rita Moreno, Alice Guy-Blaché, Miyoki Umeshi, and Sophia Loren.
Barbara Kruger: Untitled (Shafted)
Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)
5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
You may have visited LACMA several times, without fully realizing what you were seeing. “Barbara Kruger’s Untitled (Shafted) features her distinctive use of advertising text and sharp, poetic phrases that criticize consumerism, misogyny, power, and desire.” The installation was commissioned by the museum in 2008, and “occupies the full elevator shaft of BCAM” (Broad Contemporary Art Museum). “While visitors wait for the elevator to arrive—on any of the three floors—they are visually bombarded with messages about consumption and consumerism.” Details and ticket information are available online.
Downtown LA Ride Guides – Women’s History Month
Starts and ends at Union Station
800 N. Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA
Families can take advantage of Metro Bikes and explore a 4.9-mile loop through Downtown Los Angeles for an up-close exploration of spaces perfect for learning about Women’s History Month. “This route connects important spaces for women throughout Downtown LA, from women-designed architecture to spaces of change for women’s rights.” For example, one location is Los Angeles Plaza Park where families can learn about Maria De Lopez, a teacher and Suffragette. Details are available online.
Mariana: Velázquez’s Portrait of a Queen from the Museo Nacional del Prado
Norton Simon Museum
411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105
Through March 24th, 2025, the Norton Simon Museum invites families to view Mariana: Velázquez’s Portrait of a Queen from the Museo Nacional del Prado. “One of Velázquez’s most accomplished and imposing portraits, Queen Mariana of Austria depicts the teenage monarch in full, magnificent splendor. The exhibition seeks to show how the dynamic interrelationship between art and life not only inspired Velázquez’s dazzling and enigmatic portrait of Mariana but also shaped the worldview of the queen as she fashioned her new political role.” This will be the first time this painting has been exhibited on the West Coast.
Daphne’s Wardrobe – Metamorphosis into Nature
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Dr., La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
“Descanso Gardens presents Daphne’s Wardrobe—Metamorphosis into Nature, an interdisciplinary exhibition of artworks by women who explore body transformations into nature.” The exhibition looks at themes of metamorphosis as seen in mythology and folklore narratives. The exhibition features sculptures, photography, painting, and wearable garments. FYI – “The ‘Daphne’ of the title is the mythic nymph who was changed through metamorphosis into a laurel tree to escape Apollo’s advances. Her soft skin turned into bark, her hair grew into foliage, her arms into branches, and her feet into roots, making her earthbound.” Daphne’s Wardrobe—Metamorphosis into Nature will be at the Sturt Haaga Gallery from Saturday, March 1st through Sunday, June 1st, 2025, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm daily. Entry into the Gallery is included in admission. Details and tickets are available online.
To Shop:
Regarding Her: Women’s History Month Festival
Multiple Locations
“Regarding Her transforms the isolating experience of entrepreneurship into one of support, growth, and connection. We unite women business owners through education, mentorship, and strategic networking, helping them overcome the unique challenges of the food and beverage industry.” A number of special events are planned, and being planned, for Women’s History Month, including some specifically honoring our female first responders. A Women’s History Month Festival is planned; check the website for more details as they become available.
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MADE by DWC
Café & Gift Boutique @ Downtown Women’s Center
438 S. San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90013
MADE by DWC is a “social enterprise created by the Downtown Women’s Center to end homelessness for women through job-training and employment in a supportive learning environment.” Items for sale include candles, soaps, stationery, mugs, and more. The Café & Gift Boutique is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm.
Women’s History Month Resources
Children’s Book World
10580 1/2 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064
Children’s Book World, the well-known independent children’s bookstore, offers a “wide variety of books on display throughout our store commemorating the women leaders, artists, scientists, thinkers, and storytellers who have impacted all of our lives.” You can find some of the featured titles online.
Botanica Restaurant and Market
1620 Silver Lake Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Before opening Botanica, co-owners Emily and Heather were food writers and editors. Established in 2017, Botanica is all about “nourishing hospitality,” and features an “obsessively farmers market-centric menu” as well as a focus on “multifaceted sustainability” and a “dedication to “respect, equality, inclusivity and healthfulness as core operating tenets.” Botanica is open Wednesday through Sunday — with Brunch served 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, Dinner 5:30 pm onward, Coffee 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and Happy Hour 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Details are available online.
Octavia’s Bookshelf
1353 N. Hill Ave., Pasadena, CA 91104
Octavia’s Bookshelf is a Black-owned, woman-owned, independent bookstore highlighting BIPOC authors. The shop is a life-long dream come true for owner Nikki High and is a tribute to the speculative-fiction author Octavia E. Butler, who was born and raised in Pasadena. In addition to a curated selection of books, you’ll find non-book gift items. The shop also hosts a number of special events for the community. Open six days a week from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Closed on Mondays.
HomeState
Multiple locations including
5611 N. Figueroa St. #1, Los Angeles, CA 90042
“HomeState is a Texas Kitchen in Southern California,” founded by Briana “Breezy” Valdez, daughter of first-generation Mexican American parents. “In Texas, the flour tortilla is queen. At HomeState, it is the foundation of our tacos and roots us in our history. In 2020, HomeState was named Best Tortilla in Southern California in KCRW & Gustavo’s Great Tortilla Tournament.” In 2015, HomeState “launched the Band Taco Program to bring together music and tacos in support of neighboring communities. Each taco is developed alongside the artist, original artwork is commissioned by a local graphic artist and proceeds are donated to local charities.”
Hotville Chicken
Various Locations
Hotville Chicken is a Black Woman-owned eatery that brings a taste of Nashville to Los Angeles. The menu includes Nashville-style hot chicken “complimented by Southern side dishes, thirst quenching drinks, and sweet desserts made from scratch.” Hotville Chicken is very active in the community, participating in the City of Pasadena’s recent Annual Black History Festival as well as preparing meals for those impacted by the wildfires. Check the website for details on the daily location of Hotville Chicken’s Food Truck.
Village Well Books & Coffee
9900 Culver Blvd., Culver City, CA
Village Well Books & Coffee was founded by Jennifer Caspar during the pandemic. Since then, Village Well has become a popular, much-loved community spot. They are a “community-focused and impact-driven bookstore-café” and regularly host a variety of special events and community programs, including weekly children’s story times, a podcast, and a nonprofit, the Village Van described as a “mobile bookstore seeking to put new and relevant books into the hands of people in underserved communities.” Details are available online.
To Learn About Online:
Women’s History Month – Online Resources
Check out the Women’s History Month resources available on The History Channel’s website. You’ll find lots of great information including the history behind Women’s History Month, inspiring quotes, information about this year’s theme — Women Educating and Inspiring Generations — and more.
Women’s History Month – LA County Library System
The Los Angeles County Public Library system celebrates Women’s History Month all throughout March. Check the website for more information regarding related activities and events, book lists, activity ideas, and more.
Women’s History Month – Online
“The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history.” This online resource includes photographs, online exhibitions, videos, and more.
Celebrate Women’s History Month – LAPL Online
The Los Angeles Public Library System has a large number of resources available online to commemorate and celebrate Women’s History Month. You’ll find books (both fiction and nonfiction), photos, podcasts, and more.
National Women’s History Museum
The National Women’s History Museum offers a number of resources available to families. Explore online exhibitions, virtual story times, and much more.
Events Happening Around Los Angeles:
Saturday, March 1st
East West Players Present Patsy
Canoga Park Branch Library
20939 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, CA 91303
East West Players presents Patsy at the Canoga Park Branch Library on Saturday, March 1st at 1:00 pm. “Kailani is an 18-year-old senior at Maui High School and a star athlete. While anxiously waiting to find out if she’s been accepted into her dream school, Patsy Mink, the first Asian-American congresswoman and former valedictorian of Maui High School, appears before her. As Patsy Mink walks Kailani through the many trials and tribulations she faced throughout her political career and life, Kailani begins to realize that no matter how many setbacks she encounters during her journey, she can succeed if she picks herself back up and perseveres.” (Run time of about 37 minutes. Recommended for children 11 and older.)
Sunday, March 2nd
HERstory 25: Sister Sitcoms and Cinema
Debbie Allen Dance Academy, Rhimes Performing Arts Center
1850 S. Manhattan Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90019
“Debbie Allen proudly presents HERstory: in honor of Women’s History Month, a month-long celebration of the power of women.” The first event, HERstory 25: Sister Sitcoms and Cinema, takes place on Sunday, March 2nd from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event features a free screening of Black Barbie, followed by a question-and-answer session with Lagueria Davis and Aaliyah Williams led by Debbie Allen. This is an all-ages event. Children are encouraged to bring their own blankets, pillows, and/or sleeping bags, and their dolls. (Bleacher seating will also be available on a first-come, first-served basis.) All attendees must reserve a ticket. Tickets are free and available online.
Monday, March 3rd
Paint Like Faith, Frida, Yayoi: Celebrating Women Artists
Angeles Mesa Branch Library
2700 W. 52nd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90043
Angeles Mesa Branch Library is hosting a painting party on Monday, March 3rd from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Children will celebrate Women’s History Month by learning about, and painting like, artists Faith Ringgold, Frida Kahlo, and Yayoi Kusama.
Wednesday, March 5th
Women’s History Month: Stomp Rockets!
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library
2205 W. Florence Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90043
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library is hosting a special Women’s History Month activity for children on Wednesday, March 5th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Children will “learn about women’s contributions to the space sciences, and make and launch your own stomp rocket.”
STEAM Wednesday: Dinosaur Diorama
Hollydale Library
12000 Garfield Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Celebrate Women’s History Month at Hollydale Library on Wednesday, March 5th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about “Mary Anning, one of the first paleontologists, and then create your own dinosaur diorama.”
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Dolores Huerta
Anthony Quinn Library
3965 E. Cesar E. Chavez Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90063
Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Anthony Quinn Library on Wednesday, March 5th from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about Dolores Huerta and her work standing up for farmworkers’ rights. Children will then make a related craft. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Saturday, March 8th
Women’s History Month: Planting a Historical Seed
Hawthorne Library
12700 Grevillea Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Visit the Hawthorne Library on Saturday, March 8th from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm to “learn about the history of Dolores Huerta and the United Farm Workers in honor of Women’s History Month.” Children (ages 5-12) will also plant seeds in a container which they will take home. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Women’s History Month – Women of Walt Disney Imagineering
Diamond Bar Library
21800 Copley Dr., Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Diamond Bar Library is hosting a special Women’s History Month event on Saturday, March 8th from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Authors Kathy Rogers and Elisabete (Eli) Erlandson will be discussing their book, Women of Walt Disney Imagineering. “The legendary female Imagineers will talk about their personal stories from their decades designing and building the Disney theme parks worldwide and share insights into their roles as trailblazers in their fields.” This event is for school-age kids and teens and their families.
International Women’s Day Bike Ride & Community Garden Celebration
Main Street Community Garden
2318 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90405
The City of Santa Monica is hosting a family-friendly bike ride to celebrate International Women’s Day on Saturday, March 8th from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. “Ride along the Beach Bike Path, visit the Main Street Community Garden, and savor some light refreshments.?“ (Note – bikes with training wheels are not allowed.) RSVP online.
Sunday, March 9th
International Women’s Day
Plummer Park
7377 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90046
Families are invited to an International Women’s Day event happening on Sunday, March 9th from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. This free program will highlight the achievements of women and feature a “captivating concert showcasing music composed by talented female artists.” Additional activities, all designed to honor and celebrate women’s contributions to the community, are also planned. No RSVP is necessary.
Re-Her x San Pellegrino: Festa Della Donna
Smorgasburg L.A.
Row DTLA
777 S. Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA 90021
Smorgasburg L.A. has teamed up with San Pellegrino and Regarding Her for a Festa Della Donna takeover on Sunday, March 9th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. “This Italian holiday is dedicated to honoring women’s achievements and is the perfect way to celebrate the incredible women of our food community. We will be showcasing our women-owned small businesses,” Inner-City Arts will be displaying a gallery featuring women artists, and more. This is a free, family-friendly event.
Monday, March 10th
Women’s History Month: Lotte Reiniger
Sunkist Library
840 Puente Ave., La Puente, CA 91746
Celebrate Women’s History Month at Sunkist Library on Monday, March 10th from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about “influential artist Lotte Reiniger, a pioneer of silhouette animation,” and then have the opportunity to “create a silhouette character out of paper.”
Tuesday, March 11th
DIY Women’s History Month Bookmarks
Angeles Mesa Branch Library
2700 W. 52nd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90043
Angeles Mesa Branch Library invites teens to a Women’s History Month event on Tuesday, March 11th from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. Teens will create their own “circuit sticker bookmarks inspired by Women’s History Month.”
Women’s History Month: Pressed Flower Jar
La Cañada Flintridge Library
4545 Oakwood Ave., La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
Celebrate Women’s History Month at the La Cañada Flintridge Library on Tuesday, March 11th from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Teens (ages 13-17) will learn about “American artist Georgia O’Keefe, best known for her close-up, large scale flower paintings.” Participants will then create their own floral jar. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Women’s History Month: Buttons and Bracelets
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library
4990 Clark Ave., Lakewood, CA 90712
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library is hosting a Women’s History Month event on Tuesday, March 11th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Teens (ages 12-18) will learn about the women’s suffrage movement and then create their own “buttons and bracelets to commemorate women’s achievements throughout history.” Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Art Activity: Two Page Flip Book Animation
Willowbrook Library
11737 Wilmington Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Celebrate Women’s History Month at Willowbrook Library on Tuesday, March 11th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about “animation trailblazers Lotte Reiniger and Mary Blair. We’ll also learn about how animation has evolved throughout the years, particularly with technology.” Children will then create their own two-page flipbook comic animations. All materials will be provided.
Wednesday, March 12th
Women’s History Month Storytime
Vermont Square Branch Library
1201 W. 48th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90037
Vermont Square Branch Library is hosting a Women’s History Month Storytime event on Wednesday, March 12th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Children will hear stories about famous women in history and then work on a craft project.
Women’s History Month: Mae Jemison
Hermosa Beach Library
550 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Celebrate Women’s History Month at Hermosa Beach Library on Wednesday, March 12th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about Mae Jemison, the first African American woman in space. Children will then decorate a spaceship frame.
Women’s History Month: Meteorologist June Bacon-Bercey
La Mirada Library
13800 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada, CA 90638
In honor of Women’s History Month, learn about Meteorologist June Bacon-Bercey at La Mirada Library on Wednesday, March 12th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about meteorology and make their own decorative rain gauge. No registration is required, though space and supplies are limited.
Women’s History Month Rosalind Franklin and The Double Helix
El Monte Library
3224 Tyler Ave., El Monte, CA 91731
Visit El Monte Library on Wednesday, March 12th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm for a special Women’s History Month program. Children (ages 6-12) will learn about “Rosalind Franklin’s groundbreaking contributions to the discovery of DNA’s double-helix structure.” Children will then participate in a hands-on activity, making their own double helix structure.
East West Players Theater for Youth Presents: Patsy
La Crescenta Library
2809 Foothill Blvd., La Crescenta-Montrose, CA 91214
East West Players Theater for Youth presents Patsy at La Crescenta Library on Wednesday, March 12th from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Patsy is an “original play by Alison Minami about the first Asian-American Congresswoman, Patsy Mink.” The play is intended for teen audiences, ages 12-18.
Women’s History Month: Decorate a Mini Flower Pot
East Rancho Dominguez Library
4420 E. Rose St., East Rancho Dominguez, CA 90221
Celebrate Women’s History Month at East Rancho Dominguez Library on Wednesday, March 12th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Teens (ages 13-17) will learn about artists Faith Ringgold, Frida Kahlo, and Yayoi Kusama and then decorate their own mini flower pot. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Women’s History Month: Paleontology
Paramount Library
16254 Colorado Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
Visit Paramount Library on Wednesday, March 12th from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm to celebrate Women’s History Month. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about different women in science. “Practice thinking like a paleontologist by combining puzzle pieces to create a dinosaur and paint a cardboard dinosaur.” Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Thursday, March 13th
Downtown Downey Night Market: Women’s History Month Celebration
11002 Downey Ave., Downey, CA 90241
Families are invited to visit Downtown Downey Night Market: Women’s History Month Celebration on Thursday, March 13th from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The fun includes more than 70 vendors, arts and crafts stations, live music, on-site food trucks and food vendors, and more.
Women’s History Month: Rocketeers
San Fernando Library
217 N. Maclay Ave., San Fernando, CA 91340
Teens (ages 12-18) are invited to attend San Fernando Library’s special Women’s History Month event happening on Thursday, March 13th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Participants will learn about “three pioneering female astronauts and their contributions to space travel. Afterward, teens will use simple supplies to construct a robotic arm.”
Friday, March 14th
Women’s History Month: Marble Run Roller Coaster
El Monte Library
3224 Tyler Ave., El Monte, CA 91731
Celebrate Women’s History Month at El Monte Library on Friday, March 14th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Tweens and teens (ages 12-18) will “learn about the impact of women in the field of engineering,” and will then “construct and design a marble rollercoaster and race them against your friends.”
Fearsome Pirate Queens
Rowland Heights Library
1850 Nogales St., Rowland Heights, CA 91748
Rowland Heights Library is celebrating Women’s History Month with a special event, Fearsome Pirate Queens, happening on Friday, March 14th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. “Meet some of the world’s bravest women in piracy, test your knowledge on pirates and make a treasure chest to store all your treasures.” Recommended for children ages 5-12.
Women’s History Month Celebration
Gardena Mayme Dear Library
1731 W. Gardena Blvd., Gardena, CA 90247
Gardena Mayme Dear Library is hosting a Women’s History Month Celebration on Friday, March 14th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. “Learn about the women trailblazers in American Gardening and Horticulture, then paint your own garden stone and mini birdhouse.” Advance registration is required as attendance is limited. Recommended for children ages 5-12.
Saturday, March 15th
Talk: Bronze Medalist Alysia Montaño & Guests on Running
Apple The Grove
189 The Grove Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90036
“Join a conversation with champion track and field athlete Alysia Montaño about her journey to an Olympic medal” at Apple The Grove on Saturday, March 15th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Apple Fitness+ trainers and ultramarathoner and coach Kayla Jeter will also be sharing “tips on how to run your best and stay motivated, no matter the distance.” RSVP online for this free event.
Free Public Program – We Can Do It!
Playa Vista Branch Library
6400 Playa Vista Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90094
“The Ebell of Los Angeles invites Los Angeles families and friends to the world premiere of We Can Do It, an imaginative and musical celebration of remarkable women who shaped Los Angeles.” Performances are scheduled for Saturday, March 15th at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm at Playa Vista Branch Library. Reserve your free tickets online.
Women’s History Month: Paint Like Helen Frankenthaler
Montebello Library
1550 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello, CA 90640
Celebrate Women’s History Month at Montebello Library on Saturday, March 15th from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about “women in the arts and then create an art piece inspired by painter Helen Frankenthaler.” Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Book Party: Mae Among the Stars
Rosemead Library
8800 Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770
To celebrate Women’s History Month, Rosemead Library is holding a special reading of Mae Among The Stars by Roda Ahmed on Saturday, March 15th from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. After the reading, children (ages 2-5) will participate in a “fun rocket ship craft and scavenger hunt.” Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Women’s History Month: Binary Bracelets
Baldwin Park Library
4181 Baldwin Park Blvd., Baldwin Park, CA 91706
On Saturday, March 15th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm, teens (ages 12-17) are invited to participate in a special Women’s History Month activity at Baldwin Park Library. Participants will learn about, and celebrate, “the women who were instrumental in forging our progress in computer science. Teens will create bracelets spelling out words like Loved, Smile, or Happy, using binary code.”
Mosaiq Creative: HERitage Market: A Celebration of Women’s History Month
3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401
HERitage Market is a “celebration of all things women-owned and women-made, showcasing unique products and talents” and happening at the 3rd Street Promenade on Saturday, March 15th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. In honor of Women’s History Month, the event will feature a number of women-owned businesses offering artisan goods, crafts, health and beauty products, wellness and self-care items, and more. Additionally, there will be giveaways, children’s craft tables, special Women’s History activities, and women’s wellness workshops. Register online for this free event.
Sunday, March 16th
When We Write, We Win: A Conversation with Four Women Writers
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library
5211 Tujunga Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91601
The North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library is hosting a special Women’s History Month event on Sunday, March 16th from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Writers Ryane Nicole Granados (middle grade fiction), traci akemi kato-kiriyama (poetry and memoir), Kate Maruyama (science fiction and literary fiction), and Lisa Morton (horror and the supernatural) will be discussing their “writing, the challenges women confront in publishing, their victories and disappointments, and how they work to help other writers.” Teens and adults are invited to attend. Reservations are not required; however, seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
HERstory 25: Nothin’ Like a Mother’s Love
Debbie Allen Dance Academy, Rhimes Performing Arts Center
1850 S. Manhattan Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90019
Debbie Allen Presents HERstory 25: Nothin’ Like a Mother’s Love on Sunday, March 16th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. This special event features “a special celebration with beloved celebrity mamas and daughters, highlighting the magic of motherhood and the joys and challenges it brings. Emphasizing the importance of empowering young girls to flourish into the powerhouse women who are trailblazing our HERstory.” The event includes a panel discussion and time for an audience question/answer session. Tickets are available online.
Tuesday, March 18th
Maria Merian and The Metamorphosis of Butterflies
Wiseburn Library
5335 W. 135th Street, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Celebrate Women’s History Month at Wiseburn Library on Tuesday, March 18th from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Children (ages 5-14) will learn about Maria Merian, a naturalist and nature artist and her contributions to the study of entomology (insects) in the 18th century. “Some of her work focused on the metamorphosis of caterpillar to butterfly. Create a butterfly starter garden to bring butterflies to your home this year, and make beautiful watercolor butterfly art.” Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Women’s History Month: Artist Mary Blair
South Whittier Library
11543 Colima Road, Whittier, CA 90604
Learn about artist Mary Blair at South Whittier Library on Tuesday, March 18th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about artist, animator, and designer, Mary Blair and then create their own “castle using her designs for inspiration.” Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Wonderful Women Paleontologists Workshop: Fossils and Dinosaur Puzzles
Florence Library
7807 Compton Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Florence Library invites families to attend its Women’s History Month event, “Wonderful Women Paleontologists Workshop: Fossils and Dinosaur Puzzles,” on Tuesday, March 18th from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about women paleontologists, make a clay fossil, and build and decorate a 3-D dinosaur puzzle.
Wednesday, March 19th
Book Party: Rosie Revere, Engineer
Cudahy Library
5218 Santa Ana St., Cudahy, CA 90201
The Cudahy Library is celebrating Women’s History Month with a reading of Rosie Revere, Engineer on Wednesday, March 19th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Children (ages 7-10) will learn about women’s contributions during World War II and will then use their “engineering design skills to build a paper helicopter.”
Book Adventures: Planting Stories
Willowbrook Library
11737 Wilmington Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Willowbrook Library is celebrating Women’s History Month with a special activity on Wednesday, March 19th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will listen to a reading of Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré by Anika Aldamuy Denise. After the reading, children will then create their own puppets.
Women’s History Month: Art HERstory
Littlerock Library
35119 80th Street East, Littlerock, CA 93543
Celebrate Women’s History Month at Littlerock Library on Wednesday, March 19th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about “boundary-breaking female artists Jacci Gresham, Frida Kahlo, and Yayoi Kusama,” and then have the opportunity to create their own art at three artist-inspired activity stations.
Thursday, March 20th
Spring Thursday Matinee: Women Talking
Agoura Hills Library
29901 Ladyface Court, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Agoura Hills Library is hosting a screening of Women Talking on Thursday, March 20th from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. The movie is based on the novel by Miriam Toews and is rated PG-13.
Women Pioneers of Oceanography
Rivera Library
7828 Serapis Ave., Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Learn about Women Pioneers of Oceanography at the Rivera Library on Thursday, March 20th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Teens (ages 12-18) will learn about Marie Tharp, Sylvia Earle, and Eugenie Clark, “a few of the women who pioneered careers in oceanography and marine biology.” Teens will then make their own under-the-sea sun catcher to take home.
Prima Ballerina: Misty Copeland
Masao W. Satow Library
14433 S. Crenshaw Blvd., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Learn about “Misty Copeland, the first Black woman to become a principal dancer with the American Ballet Theater,” at the Masao W. Satow Library on Thursday, March 20th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Children (ages 6-12) will then create their own ballerina to “to remind yourself of the strength you have within.” Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Mary Blair Tea Party
East Los Angeles Library
4837 E. 3rd Street, East Los Angeles, CA 90022
Celebrate Women’s History Month at East Los Angeles Library on Thursday, March 20th from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Children (ages 4-12) will learn about Mary Blair, the famous animator, and then will create their own paper tea cup to take home.
Friday, March 21st
Damas
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In celebration of Women’s History Month, The Segerstrom is hosting Damas (Spanish for “ladies”) on Friday, March 21st from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The evening includes a live performance featuring Mariachi Las Catrinas as well as pop-ups from local, women-owned businesses, art activities, and more. “This fully female led festival is all about supporting the work of Latinx women and women identifying voices in Orange County through community spirit, culture and the arts!” Admission is free with Plaza Pass. (Sign up before you arrive.) This is an outdoor event with limited built-in seating. Audience members may bring their own folding chairs. Food will be available for purchase.
Tell Me A Story: Storytelling Concert
Baldwin Hills Branch Library
2906 S. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Visit the Baldwin Hills Branch Library on Friday, March 21st from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm for a Storytelling Concert. In honor of Women’s History Month, the “Tell Me A Story” group will perform. “Listen to six speakers share original tales drawn from their lives and memories in honor of International Women’s Day.”
Saturday, March 22nd
Free Public Program – We Can Do It!
Culver City Julian Dixon Library
4975 Overland Ave., Culver City, CA 90230
“The Ebell of Los Angeles invites Los Angeles families and friends to the world premiere of We Can Do It, an imaginative and musical celebration of remarkable women who shaped Los Angeles.” Performances are scheduled for Saturday, March 22nd at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm at Culver City Julian Dixon Library. Reserve your free tickets online.
Women’s History Month: Women in STEM
Diamond Bar Library
21800 Copley Dr., Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Diamond Bar Library is hosting “Women’s History Month: Women in STEM” on Saturday, March 22nd from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Children (ages 7-12) will “learn about trail-blazing women in STEM and complete a fun, hands-on STEM activity.” Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Women’s History Month: Mary Blair Castles
San Gabriel Library
500 S. Del Mar Ave., San Gabriel, CA 91776
Celebrate Women’s History Month at San Gabriel Library on Saturday, March 22nd from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Children (ages 5-12) will learn about artist Mary Blair, “one of the first women to work at Walt Disney Studios and a trailblazer in early animation.” Participants will then “design your own unique castle inspired by her distinctive use of whimsical shapes and vibrant colors.” Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Girls Just Wanna Market (Featuring The Girls Room)
201 W. Center Street Promenade, Anaheim, CA 92805
“Shop, support, and celebrate women-owned businesses at Girls Just Wanna Market” on Saturday, March 22nd from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. “Discover unique products, connect with inspiring women, and be part of the movement to uplift women in business.” The event includes a DJ dance party, fun activities, more than 30 vendors, and more.
Zine Workshop: Women’s History Month
California African American Museum
Exposition Park
600 State Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90037
The California African American Museum invites families to a zine-making workshop celebrating Women’s History Month taking place on Saturday, March 22nd from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. RSVP online for this free event.
Sunday, March 23rd
HERstory 25: Writing HERstory
Debbie Allen Dance Academy, Rhimes Performing Arts Center
1850 S. Manhattan Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90019
Debbie Allen Presents HERstory 25: Writing HERstory on Sunday, March 23rd from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm. This special event is an “invitation to reclaim the narrative, reflecting on personal experiences, challenges, and victories. Through powerful writing, these women give voice to different journeys, offering perspectives that shape a fuller, more diverse understanding of the world.” This event is 17+. Details and tickets are available online.
Monday, March 24th
Author Event: Julissa Arce
Jefferson – Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library
2211 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90018
Jefferson – Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library is hosting a special author event featuring Julissa Arce on Monday, March 24th from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Julissa Arce is a nationally best-selling author, activist, and social change maker. “Prior to becoming an author and immigrant rights activist, Julissa built a successful career on Wall Street working for Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch. Julissa immigrated to America from Mexico at the age of 11 and was undocumented for almost 15 years, some of which she spent rising to prominence on Wall Street. In order to help other young people in similar circumstances, she co-founded the Ascend Educational Fund (AEF). AEF is a college scholarship and mentorship program for immigrant students, regardless of their ethnicity, national origin or immigration status.” She was officially sworn in as an American citizen in 2014 and lives in Los Angeles. Teens and adults are invited to attend this event.
Tuesday, March 25th
Louise Nevelson
Alma Reaves Woods – Watts Branch Library
10205 Compton Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90002
Alma Reaves Woods – Watts Branch Library is hosting a special Women’s History Month event for children on Tuesday, March 25th at 3:00 pm. Children will learn about sculptor Louise Nevelson and then create their own sculpture inspired by the artist’s work.
Celebrate Women
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
17906 S. Avalon Blvd., Carson, CA 90746
“Get inspired by the contributions of a famous woman in history, culture and society” at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library on Tuesday, March 25th from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Children will then make a card to give to a favorite woman in their life. Recommended for children ages 5-12. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Teen Art: Helen Frankenthaler
Norwood Library
4550 Peck Road, El Monte, CA 91732
Norwood Library is hosting a Women’s History Month event on Tuesday, March 25th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Teens (ages 13-17) will learn about artist “Helen Frankenthaler’s ‘soak-stain’ method from her early work in abstract expressionism to create their own masterpieces.”
Let’s Meet Pura Belpré!
San Fernando Library
217 N. Maclay Ave., San Fernando, CA 91340
Visit the San Fernando Library on Tuesday, March 25th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm to learn about, and honor, Pura Belpré, the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City. This program is recommended for families with children ages 2-5.
Wednesday, March 26th
Women’s History Month: Rocketeers
Baldwin Park Library
41818 Baldwin Park Blvd., Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Teens (ages 12-18) are invited to attend Baldwin Park Library’s special Women’s History Month event happening on Wednesday, March 26th from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Participants will learn about “three pioneering female astronauts and their contributions to space travel. Afterward, teens will use simple supplies to construct a robotic arm.” (Note – this program will also take place at the Compton Library on March 26th at 4:00 pm.)
Thursday, March 27th
Women’s History Month: Sweet Inventions
Lake Los Angeles Library
16921 East Avenue O #A, Palmdale, CA 93591
Lake Los Angeles Library is hosting a Women’s History Month event on Thursday, March 27th from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm. “Let’s enjoy some sweet treats that would not be possible if not for women inventors. We will look at patents that make foods like ice cream and S’mores easy to make.” Recommended for teens ages 13-17.
Women’s History Month: Minerva Hoyt
Hacienda Heights Library
16010 La Monde St., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Celebrate Women’s History Month at Hacienda Heights Library on Thursday, March 27th from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Teens (ages 13-17) will learn about “Minerva Hoyt and her journey to get Joshua Tree designated a National Park.” Participants will also have the chance to paint a mini desert landscape.
Book Club Celebrating Women’s History Month: She Persisted Series
Live Oak Library
22 W. Live Oak Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007
Live Oak Library is hosting a special Women’s History Month activity on Thursday, March 27th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The event includes a discussion of books from the She Persisted Series including titles featuring Helen Keller and Malala Yousafzai, among others. (For children ages 7-12)
Friday, March 28th
Teen Advisory Board
Chet Holifield Library
1060 S. Greenwood Ave., Montebello, CA 90640
Chet Holifield Library is hosting a special Women’s History Month program for teens on Friday, March 28th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Teens (ages 13-17) will learn about “Minerva Hoyt and how she helped designate 800,000 acres of land as Joshua Tree National Monument.” Teens will then have the opportunity to paint their own Joshua Tree silhouette.
Women’s History Month: Women of the National Park Service
Woodcrest Library
1340 W. 106th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90044
Woodcrest Library is holding a special event in honor of Women’s History Month on Friday, March 28th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Teens (ages 12-18) will “learn about women’s significant role in developing National Parks, and then create a scenic landscape using tissue paper.” Additionally, LA County Library water bottles will be distributed while supplies last.
Saturday, March 29th
LA Voices: We Can Do It! Performance
Wilshire Ebell Theatre
4401 W. 8th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90005
“The Ebell of Los Angeles invites Los Angeles families and friends to the world premiere of We Can Do It, an imaginative and musical celebration of remarkable women who shaped Los Angeles.” The performance is scheduled for Saturday, March 29th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Reserve your free tickets online.
Women’s History Month
South El Monte Library
1430 Central Ave., South El Monte, CA 91733
South El Monte Library is celebrating Women’s History Month on Saturday, March 29th from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. Children (ages 5-12) will listen to a reading of A Girl Named Rosita: The Story of Rita Moreno: Actor, Singer, Dancer, Trailblazer by Anika Aldamuy Denise. Additional fun activities are planned. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
50 Years: Women Artists in the Norton Simon Museum Collection
Norton Simon Museum
411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105
50 Years: Women Artists in the Norton Simon Museum Collection is a special event happening at the Norton Simon Museum on Saturday, March 29th from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. “In celebration of Women’s History Month, learn about the history of female artists in the Museum’s collections and study works by Berthe Morisot, Elisabeth Louise Vigée-LeBrun, Helen Frankenthaler and others.” This event is included in general admission. Space is limited to 20 participants. Sign up at the Information Desk when you arrive to the museum.
Wendy Kennar is a mother, writer, and former teacher who has lived her entire life in the same Los Angeles zip code. You can read more from Wendy at her website WendyKennar.com where she writes about books, boys, and bodies (living with an invisible disability).
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