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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Learn About the Scotland Bagpipes Learn a brief history of this unique instrument and how its usage influenced the culture and tradition of Scotland. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
Student Zone With Homework Helper Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide a quiet place to study, reserved computers and laptops, free basic school supplies... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Scrappy Mending 101 for Teens Take a dive into the world of sustainable and unique mending. Transform your favorite, well-loved, item of clothing by using techniques such as patchwork and basic embroidery. This... |
Northridge Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Fiber Arts Club Are you a seasoned knitter? Itching to learn embroidery? Curious about how a drop spindle works? Join us for an hour of fiber arts, including knitting, crochet, needlepoint, weaving, and more!... |
Robertson Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Underground Railroad Quilt Square Craft Create a quilt square with historical significance using colorful paper.All ages are welcome.Because enslaved people were legally forbidden from learning to read,... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Chalk Drawing for Teens Join us for this designing, interactive, Art experience! You will learn strategies and techniques for using chalk drawing to create your own personal artwork. All supplies will be provided. |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Embroidery Club | Taller de Bordado We will learn some basic embroidery techniques and stitching to create simple floral designs by hand. We have embroidery hoops to lend. We will provide thread, needles... |
Malabar Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Sewing Basics II Learn the essentials of sewing in this beginner-friendly class where you’ll create your very own pillowcase from start to finish. You’ll practice basic techniques such as cutting fabric, using a sewing... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 6:00 pm |
Teen Council Join the Chatsworth Teen Council to get involved at the library and make a difference in your community! Meet other teens, collaborate on projects in service to teen patrons in the library, develop... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Teens |
Teen Councils English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 10:00 am |
Blind Date With a Book Teens are invited to have a Blind Date with a Book! Mystery books will be wrapped and labeled with hints about the book. Will you fall in love with your blind date? Blind Date books are available from... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Teen Councils English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 2:00 pm |
Teen Game Day Test your wits, test your nerve, test your ability to get along with your friends in whatever ruthless(ly fun) games we play! Ages 11 and older. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 2:00 pm to 6:00 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. Services include: Quiet, Safe Study Space Reserved... |
Robertson Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Book Cart Sale The Friends of the Eagle Rock Library will be selling gently used books, CDs, and DVDs. All proceeds will benefit programming and collection development at the Eagle Rock Branch Library. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 2:30 pm |
Student Zone The Student Zone is an after-school homework center for grades K-12 that provides:A place to studyReserved laptopsFree basic school supplies and free printingGuidance from a trained Student Zone helper who can... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12 Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Quiet, Safe Study... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:00 pm |
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to studyReserved... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12 Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Services include: Guidance from... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English, Español |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:30 pm |
Guerrilla Gardening: DIY Seed Bombs Few things are as fun as getting your hands dirty, especially when the results are clay and compost seed bombs filled with California native wildflower seeds. In this... |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Dungeons and Dragons for High School Adventure awaits! Join our Dungeons and Dragons group for ages 14-18. Beginners are welcome! Please email Emily at emeehan@lapl.org for more information. |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Marcus Miller's Drums Teens are invited to enjoy an interactive drum workshop which focuses on the importance of drums in our society, past and present, hosted by Marcus Miller. |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances, Teen Councils English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
The Thursday Art & Fiber Circle Draw, paint, knit, crochet, needle, color, or create in your own way! Stop by the library every Thursday for our ongoing Fiber Art & Arts Club. Bring your project, enjoy tea... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
Student Zone Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide a quiet place to study, reserved computers and laptops, and free basic school supplies and free printing.There is no... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Words That Inspire: African American History Month Quote Art In celebration of African American History Month, teens are invited to participate in a craft. Teens will create a vibrant art piece... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tech Tryout Cart Join us for our Tech Try Out Cart. The cart will display a selection of Android, Windows, and IOS devices with a librarian available for hands-on e-media instruction. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm |
Craft Club for Teens We come together each month to enjoy each other's company and allow our creativity to flow! This month, we are celebrating friendship and love by making friendship bracelets. Supplies might be limited. |
Northridge Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm |
Shrinky-Dink Fun Come one, come all & join us for fun with shrinky-dinks. Make pendants or charms or a zipper pull or anything your imagination can think of.Everyone is welcome! |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Lace Votive Holders Decorate a candle holder and watch it glow! |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Gratitude Journaling and Meditation Workshop With Amy Rutledge This fun, active, and experiential workshop introduces attendees to the mindfulness practice of Gratitude Journaling.... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness, Writing English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Thrasher Thursdays Join us as we watch the latest skateboard videos from Thrasher Magazine as well as skateboarding classics from the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s. |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Film English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
STEM Challenge (Grades 6-12) Form teams and use recycled materials to build the largest, most impressive mysterious craft. No spoilers! |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Fri, Feb 20, 2026 10:00 am |
Blind Date With a Book Teens are invited to have a Blind Date with a Book! Mystery books will be wrapped and labeled with hints about the book. Will you fall in love with your blind date? Blind Date books are available from... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Teen Councils English |
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Fri, Feb 20, 2026 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Learn Basic Tech We're hosting a free two-day Basic Tech Training designed to help adults build essential digital skills in a supportive, hands-on environment. This interactive workshop is ideal for beginners or anyone... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English, Español |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 11:00 am |
Puppet Show: The Dinosaur Who Cried "Asteroid!" Families and children come to join us for a delightful puppet show. Rory the Dinosaur races to save his friends from the mysterious object... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Feeling the Spirit of the Drum: Drum Circle With Roberto "Kongakid" Gutierrez Connect with your inner drumming spirit and connect with your fellow drummers in this hour-... |
Ascot Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Saturdays at the Koreatown Media Lab The Koreatown Media Lab makerspace is open every other Saturday, from 1 - 4 p.m. The poster printer, 3D printers, cutting machines, and computers with the Adobe... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Computers & Technology English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 1:30 pm |
Threads of Heritage:
Quilts and Their Stories Join us for a quilt viewing and discussion hosted by the African American Quilters in Los Angeles. This program celebrates the rich cultural tradition... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 2:00 pm |
Mindfulness & Journaling This is an Introduction to the mindfulness practice of gratitude journaling. This course creates a foundation for daily practice that supports you in attracting more abundance, love, and... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 2:00 pm |
Teen Cooking Class Will it be healthy? Maybe! Will it be tasty? Definitely! Join us as we learn to make something delicous enough to share with the whole family-or just keep it for yourself!Ages 11 and older. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 2:30 pm |
Student Zone The Student Zone is an after-school homework center for grades K-12 that provides:A place to studyReserved laptopsFree basic school supplies and free printingGuidance from a trained Student Zone helper who can... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12 Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Quiet, Safe Study... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 3:00 pm |
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to studyReserved... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12 Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Services include: Guidance from... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English, Español |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 3:30 pm |
Dungeons & Dragons Adventure Find your next adventure with a Dungeons & Dragons campaign. D&D is a tabletop fantasy role-playing game where players work together to solve a mystery, fight monsters,... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 3:30 pm |
Knitting Social Club Please join our knitting and crochet social club. We meet weekly, and people of all levels are welcome, including beginners. Please bring your own supplies. Registration is not required, just drop... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 3:30 pm |
African American History Month MakerSpace Join us for an African American History Month themed MakerSpace to make 3D items, sewing projects, zines, stickers, and buttons.Let's celebrate the African... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Collage Jam Come create collage art and listen to music together. We’ll have lots of cool stuff to cut up for your collages including magazines, comics, and cards from Central Library’s old card catalog. Join in this fun... |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Circut Craft Basics Join us for our Cricut Craft Basics program! This hands-on program will introduce you to the Cricut cutting machine with a live demonstration. After, we will create a craft using the items cut from... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
Student Zone With Homework Helper Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide a quiet place to study, reserved computers and laptops, free basic school supplies... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Teen Council The Teen Council is a volunteer program where students can earn community service hours by helping plan library events and participating in teen programs. |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Volunteer Engagement English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Monday Night Chess Join us for a casual game of chess, all ages and skill levels welcome. Boards and pieces provided. No registration needed. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |