Events Calendar

Come to the library for an interactive educational and entertaining program on the science of bubbles for children of all ages. The visual presentation is filled with soap bubble creations that mesmerize the audience with creations of shimmering…

Join us for community yoga with KJ Ward, Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT). Everyone is welcome. No experience necessary! Over four engaging sessions, we’ll delve into every aspect of yoga (not just the poses) and experience the individual and collective…

Enjoy a weekly drop-in creative playtime using building bricks to express your imagination. Intended for ages 6-11. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org.

Nintendo switch, vinyl, and snacks. Join the teens of the community in this monthly hang out at the library! Open to ages 12-18.

Join us for snacks, crafts, and a free screening of Zootopia 2! Enjoy a family-friendly movie rated PG.

Have you ever wondered how an animated movie gets made? Come by for a presentation by animator Starr Horton on how different types of animation work, and ask any questions you want about your favorite animated movies and media! Includes a hands-on…

Join us for our Summer With the Library program! Learn some simple Origami (Japanese art of paper folding) with supplies provided. All ages are welcome to attend! Don't forget to sign up for our Summer With the Library Challenge and receive prizes…

Enjoy Summer at the Library and create various kid friendly crafts. Projects will vary each week and include an ongoing "Postcards from LA" Pen Pal program with the Silver Lake Library in Silver Lake, Kansas.

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn the basics of papermaking using recycled materials found around your home, like junk mail and old newspapers.

Speak English with confidence! The English conversation class is perfect for any level. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. The class may also work…

Join us for our DIY Teen Snack hack! Learn fun, healthy and creative ways to fuel your next hike, marathon or road trip! With these delicious teen snack hacks you will make some tasty morsels to energize your summer fun! Teens and Tweens only. Teen…

Learn and practice basic computer skills like using the mouse, typing, browsing the internet, using email, and more. Supplies will be provided for free. No registration is required.

dults can work with an in-person tutor for 15-20 minutes. No appointment required. Walk-in tutoring is available on a first come, first served basis.This free service includes reading assistance, writing assistance and English conversation.We…

Expand your engineering and design skills at Builders Club! We provide materials like building bricks, wooden planks, and magnetic tiles. Build whatever you imagine! This program is intended for children ages 3 and older.

Join Teen Council to get involved and make a difference at the Woodland Hills Branch Library! Meet other teens in the community, develop leadership skills, and earn community service hours. Teen Council is for teens ages 11 - 18.

Make your voice heard, gain leadership experience, and help improve teen services at the Sherman Oaks Branch Library! All middle and high school students age 11-19 are welcome. You must be enrolled as a volunteer to receive volunteer credit for…

Join animation professional Evan Burse in a hands-on class, and learn how to draw the Mandalorian and Grogu!This program is generously funded by the Platt Friends of the Library.

Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult who needs help with internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation, reading, writing, resumes, and applications, studying for citizenship tests, and basic cell phone and computer use.No…

Our friends from Fire Station 50 will visit with their fire truck and help us learn all about a firefighter's job!

Express yourself with temporary body art. Cosmetic grade markers, temporary tattoos, and henna cones will be available to experiment and play with.

Ever wonder how full-size entertainment robots come to life? Join us for an exciting live presentation and demonstration, diving into the fascinating world of animatronics! Get up close with multiple full-size robots, learn about the materials used…

This workshop will introduce teens to small gauge film editing and projection.

Teens and tweens ages 11-18 are invited to craft a very small, colorful beach in a bottle. Program limited to 12 patrons, sign up in advance at the Reference Desk after June 1.

Get creative and make your own fuse bead creations! Turn your creations into magnets, pins, or keychains.All supplies are provided. This program is for teens and tweens 11-18 only.