You have likely heard about an upcoming fundraiser for Altadena Library District called Taste of 'Dena on Saturday, September 23^rd, but you may not know the vision behind the event or which efforts it will be supporting at the Library. In recent months through a variety of Community Conversations and one-on-one meetings with key stakeholders in Altadena, many priorities for community progress have emerged, and the Library is eager to start taking action. One need that came up time after time was improving mobility throughout Altadena, including offering open spaces for the public to convene, walk, and rest. With its unique property layout and ample open space, the Library is a perfect location for such a space!

Taste of 'Dena will launch the fundraising campaign to support the development of an interactive, outdoor learning space around the Library, featuring serene resting spaces for walkers and readers, opportunities for discovery for our littlest patrons, and indigenous flora. Not only will this expand the multi-use space the Library makes available to everyone in the community, but it will also expand the capacity of our Children's and Teen programming, offering new opportunities for outdoor discovery and engagement. (See an early conceptual sketch above of just one of the potential open areas around the Library!)

We understand that a project like this takes time, commitment, and effort, and this is just the beginning! We are excited to launch this project with the Taste of 'Dena celebration and are confident that with the help of our dedicated community, we can expand the Library's capacity once again to bring people and new ideas together!

Feeling Inspired? Take the First Step!

The key to an event like Taste of 'Dena is filling it with guests that are passionate about the cause it supports. Ticket sales are live and will cap at 200 guests, so you do not want to hesitate to purchase your tickets for this special night of gathering the community in support of our neighborhood Library.

	Buy your tickets to Taste of 'Dena today!
	Can't attend? Please consider making a donation; any amount is a meaningful gift!
	We offer naming opportunities in the new outdoor space for certain sponsor levels. Explore the sponsor levels and corresponding benefits!