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Wed, Jun 10, 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, Jun 10, 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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Thu, Jun 11, 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, Jun 11, 2026 12:30 pm |
Russian for Beginners Russian for Beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Russian |
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Thu, Jun 11, 2026 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm |
Mindful Meditation Thursdays Unwind, recharge, and reset with meditation facilitators from UCLA Mindful. |
Central Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 11, 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, Jun 11, 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, Jun 12, 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, Jun 12, 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, Jun 12, 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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Sat, Jun 13, 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, Jun 13, 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, Jun 13, 2026 11:00 am to 3:00 pm |
Afrofuturist Ancestor Masks Join LA Commons in creating Afrofuturist Masks to uplift the rich visionary heritage of Octavia E. Butler. Participants will draw from seeds, plants, traditional Adinkra symbols, and... |
Central Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 13, 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, Jun 13, 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, Jun 13, 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, Jun 13, 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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Sat, Jun 13, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 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, Seniors |
Tours English |
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Sun, Jun 14, 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, Jun 14, 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, Jun 15, 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, Jun 15, 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 |
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Mon, Jun 15, 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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Mon, Jun 15, 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 |
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Tue, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 2026 3:10 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Tim 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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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 5:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Tiffany 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, Jun 16, 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, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 2026 12:30 pm |
Armenian for Beginners Armenian for beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Armenian |
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Wed, Jun 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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Wed, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 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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Thu, Jun 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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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 12:30 pm |
Russian for Beginners Russian for Beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Russian |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm |
Mindful Meditation Thursdays Unwind, recharge, and reset with meditation facilitators from UCLA Mindful. |
Central Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 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, Jun 18, 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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Sat, Jun 20, 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, Jun 20, 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, Jun 20, 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, Jun 20, 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 |