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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 11:00 am |
Walk-in Tutoring With Michael 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... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 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, Mar 17, 2026 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Docent-led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art,... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Tours English |
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 1:30 pm |
Let's Learn Yiddish Join us for a lively Yiddish Class at the Library, instructed by Rabbi Golden. Whether you’re new to the language or reconnecting with it, enjoy an engaging introduction to Yiddish conversation,... |
Central Library | Adults |
Language Learning English |
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 2:30 pm |
Korean Introduction Class Interested in learning Korean? Join us for an introduction to the Korean language and culture. This beginner-friendly class is taught by an instructor from the King Sejong Institute. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Korean |
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 3:40 pm |
Korean Conversation Build your fluency in this Korean conversation class. Led by a King Sejong Institute instructor, you’ll practice speaking and listening through interactive discussions and cultural topics.... |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Korean |
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Tue, Mar 17, 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, Mar 17, 2026 5:00 pm |
ESL Improv Club With Michael J. Practice your English in a group setting by playing theater games while exploring conversational English and grammar. Create characters and stories along the way. For more... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 11:00 am |
Walk-in Tutoring With Norma 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... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Preschool Storytime Stories, songs, movement, and more for children aged 18 months to 5 years and their parents/caregivers. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org. |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 11:30 am |
Reading Comprehension (Intermediate) With Jessica H. Practice your English by reading short stories and passages in a classroom setting. Improve your comprehension, pronunciation and conversation... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Weekly Art Circle Take some time for your creative pursuits and chat with fellow art-makers in this virtual studio hour. Please bring whatever creative project you're working on, or if you need an art prompt, we will... |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 12:30 pm |
Armenian for Beginners Armenian for beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Armenian |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Docent-led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art,... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Tours English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 1:00 pm |
English Conversation Class (Intermediate) With Norma Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions while working on pronunciation. This class focuses on informal... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 2:30 pm |
ESL Book Club: Frankenstein (Intermediate) With Kiva R. Are you an English language learner and interested in practicing your reading? This book club is for ESL/ELL adults who want to work on vocabulary... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Reading Comprehension (Intermediate) With Merlynne G. Use lyrics to learn English! In this class you will read and analyze lyrics to expand your vocabulary and improve your understanding of... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Mar 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, Mar 18, 2026 5:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Dan 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... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 5:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Danira Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with Math, reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Sewing Basics In this introductory lesson, participants will get hands-on experience with our sewing machines and learn the basics needed to begin their own projects! These include, but are not limited to: winding bobbins,... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Mar 19, 2026 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Book Walk and Talk Do you like sports? Does literature speak to you? Would you like to go for a walk? Then join us on the first and third Thursdays of the month for Book Walk and Talk. This month, we celebrate Women's... |
Central Library | Adults |
Book Clubs, Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Mar 19, 2026 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Baby & Me Activities and play to help babies 0-18 months and their parents/caregivers bond. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org. |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Mar 19, 2026 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Docent-led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art,... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Tours English |
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Thu, Mar 19, 2026 12:30 pm |
Russian for Beginners Russian for Beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Russian |
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Thu, Mar 19, 2026 1:00 pm |
ESL Book Club: Holes (Intermediate) With Gabrielle W. Are you an English language learner and interested in practicing your reading? This book club is for ESL/ELL adults who want to work on vocabulary,... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Mar 19, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Introduction to Online Security Learn crucial facts and practical steps to keep your personal online information private, safe, and secure.No advance registration required. All classes are held on a first-come... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Mar 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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Fri, Mar 20, 2026 11:00 am |
Walk-in Tutoring With Kate 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... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Mar 20, 2026 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Docent-led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art,... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Tours English |
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Fri, Mar 20, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:20 pm |
ESL Writing Class (Intermediate) With Jacob L. This class will teach adult learners writing strategies using journal prompts and other materials. The class will also help adults improve their vocabulary... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Mar 20, 2026 3:00 pm |
Reading Music and Keyboard Lesson for Beginners Are you interested in learning how to sight-read? At Central Library's Art Department, you can use your library card to borrow a Music Kit and... |
Central Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 9:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Used Book Sale Sales feature hundreds of used books, magazines, and DVDs and are sponsored by the Central Library support groups: Central Library Docents, FOCAL (Friends of Children and Literature), and the Culinary... |
Central Library | Kids, Adults, Seniors |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 10:00 am |
Family Fun Saturdays! A Family Literacy Program Families are invited to explore culture and traditions and their connection with reading and writing. We will have refreshments, and every family... |
Central Library | Kids, Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Docent-led Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art, and... |
Central Library | Adults |
Tours English |
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 11:00 am |
Walk-in Tutoring With Marley 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... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Ukulele Class for Beginners Learn the basics and play songs on the ukulele. Bring your own ukulele or use one of ours. No registration required. |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 11:30 am |
Pronunciation and Communication Class (Intermediate) With Linda and Lea Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and communication skills? This class is for you!... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Free Basic Tech Training Learn basic tech skills in a safe welcoming environment led by LearnBasicTech.org. Join us for a free, in-person training designed to help learners build essential digital skills.... |
Central Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 1:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Jeffrey Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with Math, reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 1:00 pm |
Current Events Class (Intermediate) With Molly This class is for adults who want to learn about current events using a newspaper called News for You and other materials. Adults will practice their... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Girl Scouts Day at the Library Calling all Girl Scouts! Join us for a fun-filled day of activities throughout the Central Library and earn the official Los Angeles Public Library Girl Scouts Patch. Girl Scouts of... |
Central Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 1:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Destiny Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Destiny. |
Central Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sun, Mar 22, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Docent-led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art,... |
Central Library | Adults |
Tours English |
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Sun, Mar 22, 2026 2:00 pm |
LA Made x DTLA Proud Presents: Building the Next Decade Join DTLA Proud for a groundbreaking panel conversation titled: Building the Next Decade. This discussion brings together the... |
Central Library | Adults |
Lectures English |
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Sun, Mar 22, 2026 2:00 pm |
Spice of Your Life: Herbs, Spices and Teas for Health and Wellness Please join Dr. Desmonette Hazly, Integrative Health Specialist, for an exciting Integrative Health and Wellness... |
Central Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sun, Mar 22, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Docent-led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art,... |
Central Library | Adults |
Tours English |
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Mon, Mar 23, 2026 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Bilingual Storytime | Hora de Cuentos Join us for stories and songs in Spanish and English. This program is intended for ages 2-5, but all children and their caretakers are welcome!Acompáñenos para... |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Mon, Mar 23, 2026 11:30 am |
Vocabulary Development With A.J. In this class, adult learners will increase their vocabulary, including usage and examples. This class is recommended for all English learner levels. For more information, please... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Mar 23, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:20 pm |
Everyday Idioms (Intermediate) With Becky G. Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions while working on pronunciation. This class focuses on informal and practical... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |