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Monday, May 11, 2026
Mon, May 11, 2026
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Children's Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities for children and their families. Stay for music and playtime at the end. Geared towards children aged 1-6, but all are welcome to attend.
Memorial Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Mon, May 11, 2026
3:30 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Evette
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR Volunteer Evette.Take home a free book after reading with Evette three times.
Granada Hills Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Mon, May 11, 2026
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Japanese Fish Rubbings Craft
Join artist Margo Gravelle for a workshop on creating Japanese fish rubbings.
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Mon, May 11, 2026
4:00 pm to 4:30 pm
STAR Storytime With Karen
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...
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Mon, May 11, 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
Mon, May 11, 2026
4:30 pm to 6:30 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
Mon, May 11, 2026
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
STAR Stories With Camille
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading in the library with our STAR volunteer Camille. Read with a STAR three times and take home a free book!STAR schedules are...
Eagle Rock Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Tue, May 12, 2026
10:15 am
Preschool Storytime
Join us for 30 minutes of stories, action rhymes, and fun! We will have 30 minutes of playtime immediately following storytime. This program is intended for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers.*This...
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
10:30 am to 11:15 am
Virtual Get Ready for Kindergarten
The skills that children learn at an early age (0-5) can be predictors of future success in life. Get Ready for Kindergarten is meant for parents and children who aren’t...
Online Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
10:30 am
Storytime and Crafts
Join our Children’s Librarian for a fun-filled program where we will read stories, sing songs, dance, and create a simple craft. This event is intended for children ages 0-5 years.
West Valley Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
STAR Storytime With Donna
Join STAR Reader Donna for stories, fingerplays, songs, and fun, followed by a craft.This program is for ages 3 years and older.
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
1:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Read Aloud Storytime for Kids
Enjoy stories and songs. Afterward color or go to the DIY Craft Station in the Children's Area to create anything you want. For all ages.
Cahuenga Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Beryl
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR Volunteer Beryl.Take home a free book after reading with Beryl three times.
Granada Hills Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Cathy
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR Volunteer Cathy.Take home a free book after reading with Cathy three times.
Granada Hills Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
STAR Reader
All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Tuesday!
Woodland Hills Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Read to a Dog
Visit us to read to Grant, our lovely friend. Practice your reading, cuddling, combing, or just enjoying the dog.
Sun Valley Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Read With a STAR: Karin
Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer Karin. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR readers.
Platt Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
2:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Lenny
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Lenny. 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
Tue, May 12, 2026
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
STAR Stories With Andrea
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Andrea. Come three times and take home a free book.
Westwood Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Read With a STAR: Jeffrey
Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Jeffrey. Earn a free book with every three weekly visits.
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
3:30 pm
May Toddler Storytime
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for an afternoon storytime at the library.
Mark Twain Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
4:15 pm
Family Storytime
Join us for stories and songs, followed by playtime. For children of all ages and their families.
Felipe de Neve Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
STAR Reader: Shruthi
Read with STAR volunteer, Shruthi! STAR volunteers share the joy of reading and storytelling with children in the library. After 3 visits, children earn a free book to keep!
Edendale Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
5:30 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 storytimes at our branch.STAR storytimes...
Studio City Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Wed, May 13, 2026
10:00 am to 10:45 am
Toddler Storytime and Songs
Join us for storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. We share stories, songs, and movement activities to build early literacy skills for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years.
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
10:00 am
Storytime in the Park
Join us in Elysian Park for stories, songs, rhymes and bubbles! Recommended for toddlers-preschoolers. Please bring your own mat or blanket if you can.
Edendale Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
10:30 am
Storytime & Playtime
Join us for stories, fingerplays, and movement activities followed by playtime. All children are welcomed with their caregivers.
Lake View Terrace Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
10:30 am
Toddler Storytime
Children ages 1-3 and caregivers, please join us for our new toddler storytime! Sing along to songs, wiggle and dance through rhymes, and build up your vocabulary with beginner books.
Chinatown Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 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
Wed, May 13, 2026
10:30 am
Little One's Storytime
Join us for storytime for little ones, featuring songs, shakers, scarves, and more!
Porter Ranch Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
10:30 am
Toddler Storytime
Toddlers and their grown-ups are invited to sing songs, rhymes, and read books with Ms. Shalla in Pan Pacific Park every Wednesday, for as long as the weather permits. Space may be limited if moved...
Fairfax Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
10:30 am
Toddler Storytime
Join us for stories, songs, and movement designed for children and their caregivers. The room will be open from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. for play and socializing before and after the program. This event is...
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
10:30 am
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Children ages 0 to 5 can engage with other children in community and develop literacy skills through the joys of reading, singing and playing. All caregivers are welcomed with children.
Los Feliz Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 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
Wed, May 13, 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
Wed, May 13, 2026
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Read With Star Volunteer Pamela
All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer Pamela. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Wednesday. Take home a free book after coming to...
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West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library
Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 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
Wed, May 13, 2026
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Nelia
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Nelia. 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
Wed, May 13, 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
Wed, May 13, 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
Wed, May 13, 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
Wed, May 13, 2026
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Read With Thor the Therapy Dog
Children ages 5 and up are invited to read with Thor the therapy dog. Reading to a friendly dog helps reduce anxiety and makes reading fun!A selection of books will be provided.
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Judi
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR Volunteer Judi.Take home a free book after reading with Judi three times.
Granada Hills Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
3:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Bonnie
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Bonnie. Take home a free book after reading with Bonnie three times.
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 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
Wed, May 13, 2026
3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
STAR Stories With Pam
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer Pam. Come three times and take home a free book. 
Westwood Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 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
Wed, May 13, 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
Wed, May 13, 2026
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
STAR Reading With Ms. Adelle
Our STAR volunteers read to children of all ages, 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...
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
LAPD Read Along
Join LAPD Officer Griffin to share the joy of reading!
Vermont Square Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English

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