Matilija Lending Library and Bookstore

Centering BIPOC stories and power in the San Gabriel Valley

3571 Lexington Avenue

El Monte, CA 91731

Friday 3 - 7 PM

Saturday 1 - 5 PM

 

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We're excited to announce our upcoming events for April. For this month, we've been busy supporting several ceasefire resolutions in the San Gabriel Valley (Alhambra, El Monte, La Puente, and Monterey Park). Follow @sgvprogressiveaction for not intub
Community Yoga at Matilija Lending Library! Join us on Saturday, April 6 from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM for a rejuvenating and mindful Community Yoga session led by @dayyyanintheclouds A limited number of yoga mats will be available. Please bring your ow
Today marks Land Day, an annual commemoration of the 1976 mass protest by Palestinians against the expropriation of their lands—a pivotal moment that underscores the enduring fight for Palestine. This day serves as a poignant reminder of the re
Thanks to everyone for making #LittleSaigonBookSt inaugural event a phenomenal success! We were thrilled to host over a dozen talented authors, artists, and publishers who shared their insights and passion for their craft with us. Together, we raise
Thank you to all of our supporters, partner organizations, and patrons for joining us in demanding a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. We still have a lot of work ahead of us, but your commitment to peace and humanity has inspired us, so let's keep moving
Intro to Tatreez and Tatreez Circle, led by Jenna Aliya Hanson from Weekend Threads, was an amazing event showcasing the resilience and beauty of Palestinian culture. Held after our Art Build for Palestine, this gathering featured the art of tatreez&
Discover Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Black Cat Open Mat sessions led by Fernando Rios, fostering a supportive, inclusive community. Aimed at BIPOC and LGBTQ+ adults of all levels, these sessions offer a respectful training environment. Donations suggest
Introducing our lineup for @littlesaigonbookst x @matilijabooks We're so excited to see you at our FIRST event on Saturday, March 23rd! Join our mini book fest as we celebrate Southeast Asian voices in the San Gabriel Valley. We'll have a poetry rea