From Storytime to Screentime

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Where books come to life—right before your eyes!

Every Saturday and Sunday, families can enjoy From Storytime to Screentime, a fun, entertaining, and educational program featuring screenings of beloved TV shows inspired by classic children’s books. The program starts with a cozy storytime, where a presenter reads the original book aloud. Afterward, families will watch the TV show adaptation and participate in arts & crafts and activities inspired by the stories. It’s the perfect combination of reading, watching, and playing—only at Paley!

Saturdays 10:30 – 11:30 am
Sundays 12:30 – 1:30 pm
The Paley Archive at the Beverly Hills Public Library
444 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Free Parking: The first two hours of parking are free!
Park at 450 N Rexford Drive (next door to the library).

All families are welcome; only Paley Members can reserve spots in advance.

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September

The Tale of Peter Rabbit

Peter Rabbit’s mother told him to stay out of Farmer McGregor’s garden, but the curious little rabbit couldn’t resist!

September Arts & Crafts: Peter Rabbit Paper Roll!

Make your very own little Peter Rabbit—Using a toilet paper roll, paper, scissors, markers, and glue! He could wear the same blue coat you see in the book, or give him new clothes from your imagination. 

October

Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!: “Hassle in the Castle” 

When Scooby-Doo and the gang get stuck on Haunted Island, they visit a spooky house for help. But someone, or something, wants them out! 

October Arts & Crafts: Ghosts and Ghoulies Buttons!

Using markers and colored pencils, draw your favorite spooky character, or design one of your own. Your creation will be turned into a button you can wear, just in time for Halloween! 

November

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving 

When Peppermint Patty invites herself to Charlie Brown and Sally’s house for Thanksgiving, Snoopy makes all the arrangements for their guests—including the Thanksgiving feast. 

November Arts & Crafts: Snoopy and Woodstock Thanksgiving Stick Puppets

It’s Thanksgiving time! Using popsicle sticks, paper, scissors, glue, and markers, make your own Snoopy and Woodstock stick puppets, complete with their own pilgrim hat.

December

Arthur's Perfect Christmas  

The residents of Elwood City prepare for the holidays, and Arthur gets ready for what he hopes is a "perfect” Christmas. 

December Arts & Crafts: Winter Craft Extravaganza!

Like Arthur, get ready for a fun winter holiday by making festive crafts—snow globes, snowmen, trees, and stick puppets—using simple supplies. Don’t miss special Family Day crafts at PaleyLand in New York!