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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Storytime | Hora de cuentos para niños Join us for books, songs, dance, and flannel board fun.Hora de cuentos para niños. Disfruta de libros, movimientos y canciones en español e inglés. |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Ruth Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer Ruth. 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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Wed, Feb 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, Feb 18, 2026 11:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Baby & Toddler Storytime (Sign-Up Required) Join us for a 25-minute storytime, filled with songs and movements to build early literacy skills for babies and toddlers.Tickets required: Visit... |
Studio City Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
STAR Storytime With Patra 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 reading sessions at our branch.STAR... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STAR Reader All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Wednesday! |
Northridge Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
BARK: Read With Vida the Therapy Dog Children can read to our certified therapy dog Vida, to build confidence and practice their reading skills. Early through advanced readers are welcome. First come, first... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Mr. Marty Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Marty. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.Los... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Miss Katherine Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Miss Katherine. 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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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR Readers Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteers Beryl, Annette, and Lynda. Come three times and take home a free book. |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STAR Storytime With Kat 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 are... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 3:30 pm |
Read to a Dog Join us for a weekly program to practice reading and increasing your reading skills and self confidence by reading aloud to Grant, a wonderful therapy dog. All ages are welcome. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Family Storytime Join us for a fun time filled with stories, songs, and craft activities for the entire family. |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Paul Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Paul. Take home a free book after reading with Paul three times. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Small Group Storytime Join us for small group storytime. These storytimes are a great fit for children who are sensory-sensitive, prefer smaller groups, or have caregivers who work during the day. |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Sensory Friendly, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Children's Storytime Join us for a fun filled afternoon at the library sharing book read alouds, songs, movement activities, and crafts! Geared towards children ages 2-5 years old but all ages are welcome to... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Family Storytime Join us for a fun-filled event featuring stories, songs, and craft activities for the entire family. |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 5:00 pm to 6:00 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 reading sessions at our branch.STAR... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 5:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Amy Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Amy. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk® at the L.A. Zoo: A is for Axolotl and Wake, Sleepy One Discover a new story or two at the L.A. Zoo! Just stop by the Winnick Family Children's Zoo on your next visit and follow the... |
Offsite | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Adult Literacy, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 10:30 am |
Baby & Toddler Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes intended to build early literacy skills for children ages 0-5. Storytime will be followed by a short playtime. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
STAR Storytime With Myrtle 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 reading sessions at our branch.STAR... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 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, Feb 19, 2026 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
STAR Reader All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Thursday! |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR Readers Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteers Beryl, Annette, and Lynda. Come three times and take home a free book. |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Isaac Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Isaac. Take home a free book after reading with Isaac three times. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Erin Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Erin. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our library. |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR Reader If you want to hear a story or practice reading, come and visit us! Ms. Maninder is our STAR Volunteer reader and will be happy to read with your children. |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Sheila Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Sheila. Come three times and take home a free book! |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Cesar Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Cesar. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Share a Story With the BARK Therapy Dogs Join us for a visit from the adorable therapy dogs of the BARK Program. Kids, practice your reading with these specially trained dogs who love to listen to stories. |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
STAR Storytime Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with STAR volunteers Phyllis and Charity. Come three times and take home a free book. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Preschool Storytime Storytime helps build early literacy skills. We encourage a fun and safe learning environment with stories, songs, and movement. This program is subject to change or cancellation without... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Toddler Play Join us for a drop-in hour filled with fun, discovery, and connection for children and their guardians, featuring a variety of toys and books. Recommended for ages 0-3. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Games, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 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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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Tea and a Tale Virtual Live Reading Series Brew some tea, relax, and listen to a virtual live reading of a public domain novel or short stories. Join via Zoom or dial in by phone.To help celebrate... |
Online Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Feb 20, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk® at the L.A. Zoo: A is for Axolotl and Wake, Sleepy One Discover a new story or two at the L.A. Zoo! Just stop by the Winnick Family Children's Zoo on your next visit and follow the... |
Offsite | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Adult Literacy, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Feb 20, 2026 11:30 am |
Read With STAR Volunteer Megha Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Megha. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Feb 20, 2026 12:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Lauren Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Lauren. 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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Fri, Feb 20, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Jane Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer, Jane. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR reader. |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 9:30 am to 11:30 am |
Read With a STAR: Olga Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading in the library with our STAR volunteer Olga. Read with a STAR three times and take home a free book!STAR schedules are subject to change... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 10:00 am |
Read With STAR Volunteer Jim Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Jim. Take home a free book after reading with Jim three times. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk® at the L.A. Zoo: A is for Axolotl and Wake, Sleepy One Discover a new story or two at the L.A. Zoo! Just stop by the Winnick Family Children's Zoo on your next visit and follow the... |
Offsite | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Adult Literacy, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 10:30 am to 2:00 pm |
STAR Reader All children are invited to read stories with our volunteers. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteers every Saturday! |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Ms. Hannah Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Hannah. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.Los... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Happy Birthday Storytime Celebrate birthdays big and small, with stories, songs, a craft, and a very special puppet show! Intended for ages 3 and up. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org. |
Central Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sun, Feb 22, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk® at the L.A. Zoo: A is for Axolotl and Wake, Sleepy One Discover a new story or two at the L.A. Zoo! Just stop by the Winnick Family Children's Zoo on your next visit and follow the... |
Offsite | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Adult Literacy, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk® at the L.A. Zoo: A is for Axolotl and Wake, Sleepy One Discover a new story or two at the L.A. Zoo! Just stop by the Winnick Family Children's Zoo on your next visit and follow the... |
Offsite | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Adult Literacy, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 10:15 am to 11:00 am |
Lapsit Storytime Join this seated storytime for babies to learn new activities to share with your baby and connect with other guardians! A short program of rhymes, songs, and stories is followed by time for free play,... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Winter Family Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and fun with your little one. There will be no Storytime on January 19 and February 16 due to holiday closures. This program is best for children ages 0-6 and their... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |