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Sat, Dec 13, 2025 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Friends of the Library Book Sale Find your next favorite read at our used book sale! Browse a diverse selection of gently used books while supporting library programs and initiatives. Please note that we only... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults, Seniors |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Dec 13, 2025 1:00 pm |
Saturday Afternoon Book Club Join us for an engaging afternoon of conversation and community as we explore They Called Us Enemy by George Takei. This powerful and moving graphic memoir recounts Takei’s... |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Dec 13, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Pianist Julian Kim Live in Concert As a first and second place winner of many international piano competitions, Julian has performed with orchestras across Europe, North America, and around the world... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Dec 13, 2025 1:15 pm |
Conversations About the News With Stu and Tim This class is best suited for intermediate and advanced learners. Participants read the latest news and discuss U.S. history, along with English idioms and... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Dec 13, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Second Saturdays: Generation Gap Quartet Kick off the holiday season with this fun, festive concert by a classic barbershop quartet. The Generation Gap Quartet serenades us with a lively songfest of... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Dec 14, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutoring With Nan Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation/reading/writing, job or school resumes and... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Sun, Dec 14, 2025 3:00 pm |
Meditative Art Swing by for a relaxing, art-filled afternoon. Choose from several meditative color-based projects. Set your cares aside and join us. This class is geared toward adults, but all are welcome. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
Q.Me Free Legal Clinic Providers are available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, for 10-minute conversations. Participants will need to have their description and a clear question prepared in advance. Log... |
Online Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 10:00 am |
Free Monthly Craft for Families We offer a free craft kit for you to pick up during the third week of every month! Simply stop by the library during pick-up hours, grab a bag filled with all the materials for a... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 10:00 am to 11:30 am |
Coffee, Conversation & Community: A Get-Together for Everyone 55+ Hey there. Looking for a fun and friendly way to spend the morning? Come join us for coffee, snacks, and great... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Beginning English Conversation Class Join our Beginning English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar and vocabulary skills.Contact the literacy coordinator for more information:... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 1:00 pm |
UCLA Mobile Health Clinic Free The UCLA Mobile Health Clinic will provide free on-site community health care and screenings. No insurance or identification is required.Services include:Wound care and... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes | Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview, and language skills needed for the Naturalization process.... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 1:00 pm |
Adult Literacy, Walk in Tutor: Holiday Card Creation Adults have fun making cards while working on their literacy skills. Assistance with reading, writing, and conversation skills. Walk-in... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 2:00 pm |
Vocabulary Development With Elaine and Karen In this class, adult learners will increase their passive and active vocabulary, including usage and idioms. This class is recommended for intermediate... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 2:45 pm to 4:15 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. The class may... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 3:00 pm |
English Language Worksheets With Stephen Join us for engaging writing sessions where a session leader will guide you through a variety of English writing activities and worksheets. Designed for... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 3:00 pm |
The Journey During the Hungarian Revolution of 1956, a group of international travelers tries to get out of Budapest, but are thwarted at every turn by the Soviets. With the airport closed, they decide to flee by bus, but are... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must have a green card.... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English, Chinese |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
English Conversation Class | Clase de conversación en inglés Speak English with confidence! English conversation class is perfect for any level. Adults will use common... |
Malabar Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English, Español |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes | Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process.... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English, Español |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 5:45 pm |
Watch and Talk With Goldie Americans often speak fast and use confusing expressions and slang. Watching and discussing TV and film is an effective and fun way to improve your comprehension and communication in modern... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 15, 2025 6:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Eddie Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist with legal... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
Q.Me Free Legal Clinic Providers are available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, for 10-minute conversations. Participants will need to have their description and a clear question prepared in advance. Log... |
Online Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
English Conversation Class With Debbie Speak English with confidence! This English conversation class is perfect for beginner and intermediate levels. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Tech TryOut Cart Did you know that the Los Angeles Public Library lends e-books, audiobooks, movies, music, magazines, newspapers, comic books, and more to our patrons on their smartphones, tablets, laptops, or desktop... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 12:00 pm |
Quilting Class Discover the art of quilting in our weekly class to learn the basics of quilting and start creating your own beautiful projects. Please bring your own quilting supplies. All skill levels are welcome, and we... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Street Fleet at the Boyle Heights City Hall While the Benjamin Franklin Branch Library is closed for construction, visit us across the street at the Boyle Heights City Hall for the Library's Street Fleet... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes | Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process.... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Walk-in-Tutor Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults will work with a tutor for 20 minute sessions. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointments or... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Walk-in-Tutor Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults will work with a tutor for 20 minute sessions. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointments or... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
Stitch Happens: Knitting & Sewing Fiber Arts Meet-Up Knit, crochet, sew, quilt, or cross-stitch? Join us on the first and third Tuesdays of November & December to work on your projects... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Operation HOPE: Free Financial Education | Educación Financiera Operation HOPE is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals of all ages by offering... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Business, Career & Finances English, Español |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 1:30 pm |
Book Club With Marilyn and Nate Do you want to improve your reading with a good story? Join the book club and read with other adults who want to practice vocabulary, grammar, and reading skills using books or... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Join our English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills.Contact the literacy coordinator for more information: plattliteracy@lapl.org. |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 2:00 pm |
Neighborhood Sings Join Urban Voices Project for Neighborhood Sings every Tuesday. Transform your day and yourself with the gift of music, healing and community.Everyone is welcome. Walk-ins are encouraged. |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Covered CA Outreach and Enrollment Certified Covered California Enrollment Counselors will be at the library to meet you face-to-face to discuss and explain your health coverage options. They can also... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Practice Tai Chi With SECOIAs If you are over the age of 50 and would like to practice Tai Chi with a group of friendly folks, the Social-Educational Community of Older and Inclusive Adults (SECOIAs) of Mar Vista... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. The class may... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Chess Club Do you play chess? Would you like to learn? Join us as we all learn to play one of the world's oldest games. All ages and skill levels are welcome. A volunteer will be available to answer questions. Chess sets will... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes | Clases de Ciudadania Gratis La biblioteca ofrece una serie de clases que le ayudarán a prepararse para el exámen de ciudadanía. Las clases son en... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration Español |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes | Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process.... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes | Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process.... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must have a green card. |
Panorama City Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 6:00 pm |
Tech Help, Just for You
Our friendly tech aide is available at the information desk on Tuesdays, offering free, one-on-one assistance with your technology questions and needs. No appointment is necessary.Learn about:... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English, Español |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Join our English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar and vocabulary skills.Contact the literacy coordinator for more information: plattliteracy@lapl.org. |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 6:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Strange Interlude Concert Harp and cello duo Strange Interlude (Lily Press, harp and Simon Linn-Gerstein, cello) present intimate salon-style concerts with programs that are... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
Q.Me Free Legal Clinic Providers are available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, for 10-minute conversations. Participants will need to have their description and a clear question prepared in advance. Log... |
Online Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 10:00 am |
Writing Class With Nancy, Robin, and Harry This class will teach adults the basics of writing, from structuring a sentence to writing a paragraph. You will also practice writing for everyday use,... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 10:00 am to 1:00 pm |
LADPH Substance Abuse Center The Center provides education classes and links community members to local support services including: substance use prevention services for alcohol abuse, drug use and substance... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |