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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Excel the Youth Join us for activities that vary. Previous programs include game days, t-shirt making, chalk drawing, and music production.Programs are presented by library staff and community partner, Excel the Youth. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 3:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Emma Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Emma. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our library. |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Make and Play for Kids: Bloxels Video Game Builder Create your own character, design levels, and share your story with the Bloxels online game builder. We have 10 spots available each week on a... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM, Writing English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Children's Storytime Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities for children and their families. Stay for music and playtime at the end. Geared towards children aged 1-6, but all are welcome to attend. |
Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
STAR Storytime With Karen Our STAR volunteers read to children one-on-one or in small groups. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book to keep after attending three STAR storytimes at our branch.STAR storytimes... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Ron Join us for reading and coloring with volunteer Ron in the children's section. Children of all ages and reading levels are welcome. |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds, Volunteer Engagement English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:00 pm |
Juneteenth Craft | Manualidad para Juneteenth (19 de junio) Make a DIY sign to celebrate Juneteenth!¡Haz un letrero para celebrar Juneteenth! |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:00 pm |
Dodgers Storytime Join us for a family storytime featuring a special guest from the Los Angeles Dodgers! Whether a current star or beloved alum, this Dodgers player will step off the field and into the library to share a... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR Reader: Ruben Come into our library and read with our STAR Reader Ruben! STAR Readers are adult volunteers who read with children at the library.When children read with our STAR Readers three times, they earn a... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds Español |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
STAR Storytime With Michelle Our STAR volunteers read to children one-on-one or in small groups. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book to keep after attending three STAR storytimes at our branch.STAR... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Magical Katrina Magic Show Join us for an unforgettable magical experience at the Magical Katrina Magic Show! For over 11 years, Katrina has delighted families around the world with her unique blend of playful... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Beginner Quilting: Bookmarks (Grades 6-12) Participants will learn the basics of quilting and begin creating quilted bookmarks. No prior sewing or quilting experience is necessary. We will be hand... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:30 pm |
Musical Beginnings for Young Composers Musical Beginnings for Young Composers is taught by Grammy winning instructor Carl Protho and is aimed at children ages 6 to 18. It offers a comprehensive yet... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Camille Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading in the library with our STAR volunteer Camille. Read with a STAR three times and take home a free book!STAR schedules are... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Monday Night Games for Kids Children ages 5-11 and their families are invited to drop in and play board games, such as Checkers, Jenga, and Sorry. Boards and pieces will be provided. No registration required. For... |
Central Library | Kids |
Games English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 10:15 am |
Preschool Storytime Join us for 30 minutes of stories, action rhymes, and fun! We will have 30 minutes of playtime immediately following storytime. This program is intended for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.*This... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Benjamin Franklin Library Pop-up at Boyle Heights City Hall While the Benjamin Franklin Branch Library is closed for construction, visit us across the street at the Boyle Heights City... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Kids Craft: Open Craft Table Join us for the Kids Craft Table, set up for drop-in use, where most crafts can be completed in 30 minutes or less, with parents or caregivers helping younger children. We supply the... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
STAR Storytime With Donna Join STAR Reader Donna for stories, fingerplays, songs, and fun, followed by a craft.This program is for ages 3 years and older. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 1:00 pm |
STAR Reader Join our STAR volunteer Judi Bloom to share in the joy of reading books! |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Beryl Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR Volunteer Beryl.Take home a free book after reading with Beryl three times. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Cathy Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR Volunteer Cathy.Take home a free book after reading with Cathy three times. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
STAR Reading With Ms. Mo Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Ms. Mo. After attending three events, participants can take home a free book. |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Read to a Dog Visit us to read to Grant, our lovely friend. Practice your reading, cuddling, combing, or just enjoying the dog. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Karin Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer Karin. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR readers. |
Platt Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 2:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Lenny Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Lenny. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Andrea Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Andrea. Come three times and take home a free book. |
Westwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
STAR Reader All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Tuesday! |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Arts & Crafts for Kids Spend your Tuesdays this summer making arts and crafts! |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Mindful Kids Story Hour Join us for a joyful storytime filled with social and emotional learning, fun yoga poses and mindfulness activities. |
Wilmington Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Health & Wellness, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 2:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for K-12 Students Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Trained Student Zone Helper to Assist with Homework Access to... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Community Resources & Services, Computers & Technology, Student Success English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm |
Bubble Magic The Bubblologist will perform a show on the science and fun of bubbles. For all ages. |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Study Smart Tutor: Middle and High School Tutoring The Library is offering free weekly, drop-in tutoring for middle and high school students. Students can get help with English and Math,... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 3:00 pm |
Family Film Night Join us for a screening of the PBS special Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom. Snacks will be provided. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 3:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Jeffrey Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Jeffrey. Earn a free book with every three weekly visits. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 3:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Myra Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Myra. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our library. |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Nancy Children are welcome to join Nancy in celebrating the joy of stories. Stop by while she’s reading in the children's area! Take home a free book after coming to three STAR sessions at the Palms-... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm |
Pride Month: Painted Rocks Celebrate Pride Month by painting rainbow rocks at the library. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 4:00 pm |
Collaging for Writers: Storytelling Through Mixed-Media Piece together your story! Students will explore textures, colors, and images to craft their own unique collages from recycled... |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Writing English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Celebrate Soccer: Jersey Making Workshop Calling all soccer fans, crafters, and future champions: it’s time to design your very own custom team kit. Celebrate the global spirit of the beautiful game by designing your... |
Westwood Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Brick Builders 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. |
Central Library | Kids |
Games English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Summer With the Library: Craft Day Join us for our Summer With the Library program! We will be decorating bookmarks and tote bags, perfect for you to use throughout the summer. Don't forget to sign up for our... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 4:00 pm |
LEGO Club Join us for some LEGO® fun! We provide the Legos, you provide the creativity. Kids can choose to attempt the Build Challenge, or they can free-build. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 4:00 pm |
Crafts for Kids 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. |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 4:15 pm |
Family Storytime Join us for stories and songs, followed by playtime. For children of all ages and their families. |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 4:30 pm |
Father’s Day Ramps and Rides Join us for a fun-filled Father’s Day celebration featuring ramps, cars, boats, crafts, and giveaways while supplies last! Don’t miss our Touch-a-Truck area, which includes... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games, STEM English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Chess Club Are you a chess player? Are you interested in learning? We invite you to join us as we explore one of the world's oldest games. Individuals of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Chess sets will be made available. |
El Sereno Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Wed, Jun 17, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Wed, Jun 17, 2026 10:15 am to 11:15 am |
Toddler & Preschool Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and playtime! This program is for children ages 1-5 and their caregivers. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |