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Wed, May 20, 2026 3:30 pm |
Pokémon Club Become an elite Pokémon Trainer!Develop the skills to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game by battling your Pokémon against your opponents! Cards will be provided. Beginners are welcome. In addition, participate in... |
Panorama City Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 3:30 pm |
Art As Play! Explore process art with a wide variety of materials as we design and create art for fun. All children and their caregivers are welcomed. |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
AAPI/Jewish American Heritage Month Crafts Celebrate AAPI and Jewish American Heritage Month with a joint crafts program. We will be folding paper origami cranes and making Star of David tissue... |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
I Am... Vision Board Craft Children will be able to create their own affirmation board or paper person, using their own creativity and fostering positive self- image through art, with "I am" affirmations. |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Stitch Society Mini Pillow Learn to sew a mini pillow! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Retro Paper Folding for Teens Join us to make zines, cootie catchers, and puzzle purses! Learn how to create funky little paper masterpieces you can use to write notes to your friends or treasure as priceless works... |
Robertson Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 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, May 20, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Embroidery Club | Taller de Bordado We will learn some basic embroidery techniques and stitching to create simple floral designs by hand. We have embroidery hoops to lend. We will provide thread, needles... |
Malabar Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Wed, May 20, 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, May 21, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
B.Y.O. Needle Arts Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or hand-stitching projects to the library and enjoy a relaxing hour crafting and chatting with other needle-art fans.Limited supplies are available for practicing... |
Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Adult Coloring Explore your creative side. Join us for a relaxing weekly session filled with friends and fun. All materials are provided free. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Tiny Terrariums Design, assemble, and learn to care for your very own self-sustaining terrarium. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Guerilla Gardening:
DIY Seed Bombs In this talk-and-do workshop, participants will learn about the origin of “seed green-aids" and other past and present green movements. Participants will be encouraged... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
The Thursday Art & Fiber Circle Draw, paint, knit, crochet, needle, color, or create in your own way! Stop by the library every Thursday for our ongoing Fiber Art & Arts Club. Bring your project, enjoy tea... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm |
Family Arts & Crafts Please join us in the Community Room for Family Arts & Crafts. All ages are welcome. |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kids Crafternoon: Beaded Dragonflies Use pipe cleaners and beads to create a sparkly dragonfly, then hang it in your house or garden to fly in the breeze! |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Chinese Paper Fans With Emmy Lam Discover the art of Chinese paper fans in this hands-on class with Emmy Lam. Explore step-by-step methods for designing, folding, and decorating... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Social Hour Join us for a relaxed hour designed specifically for teens. Whether you enjoy games, crafts, music, or want a place to unwind and meet new friends, Teen Social Hour is the perfect event for you. Snacks... |
John Muir Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Japanese Paper Lanterns Design and Create Japanese inspired paper lanterns. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm |
Thor's Reptile Family Join us for a fun hands-on one hour show featuring arthropods, amphibians, and reptiles of all sizes. Go on a safari around the world while learning about these animals, especially what... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Face Painting Join us for a day of creative fun. Kids can enjoy face painting and explore our watercolor station, where they can make their own take-home masterpieces. Come to paint, play, and create. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm |
Teen Puzzle Party! Join us this week as we continue to work collaboratively to complete a library and cat themed puzzle. Light snacks, music, and refreshments will be provided. No registration required. |
Malabar Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Spring Flowers and Sensory Play Join us to create paper flower artwork using watercolor paint or enjoy playing with dough. Recommended for ages 3 and up. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 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, May 22, 2026 9:45 am to 10:45 am |
Pilates Movement Develop strength, flexibility, and balance by fusing Pilates matwork with various movement styles. All levels welcome. Programs and events are subject to cancellations and changes without notice.... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, May 22, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Knitting & Crochet Club Do you love knitting? Whether you are a beginner or an expert, come join the fun as we knit, crochet, learn patterns and share stories together. Please bring your own needles, crochet... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Fri, May 22, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
3D Printing Basics Learn about 3D Printing with Koreatown Media Lab staff and make a 3D printable model, using Tinkercad. Completed files will be printed and available for pick up when the printing is completed.... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Computers & Technology, STEM English |
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Sat, May 23, 2026 10:00 am |
Linoleum Printmaking: Cards and Broadsides With Nova Community Arts Celebrate Central Library's 100th birthday by learning how to design, carve, and print a linoleum block as a... |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 23, 2026 10:00 am |
Sewing Club: Machine Sewing Workshop Join the Friends of Silver Lake Library (FoSLL) Sewing Club and learn the fundamentals of sewing using a machine! All materials provided and no prior experience... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 23, 2026 11:00 am |
Yarniacs of Mar Vista Join the Yarniacs of Mar Vista, where we use our needles, hooks, hands, and creativity not only to knit, crochet, embroider, macramé, and weave, but also to build a community of Mar Vista residents... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 23, 2026 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Knitting and Crochet Club Join us for knitting and crochet! |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 23, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:05 pm |
Chalk Drawing for Adults Learn techniques to create beautiful images with chalk on black paper. Beginners & all skill levels are welcome. All supplies will be provided. |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 23, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
LEGO® Bricks Building Challenge Join us for fun-filled LEGO® bricks building! Kids can try the day's challenge or create their own.The day’s challenge is maze making, where you can design clever paths, twists, and... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sat, May 23, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Knit and Crochet Circle Knit and crochet with others. Bring your own projects to work on or learn beginning fundamentals of knitting and crocheting. |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 23, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Origami for Teens! Join us for paper folding magic! Learn simple folding techniques and create animals and shapes. Origami paper will be provided.This program is intended for teens, but all are welcome. |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sun, May 24, 2026 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Vegan Sushi Workshop Join us to learn how to make delicious vegan sushi! We will also discuss nutrition and the impact that food has on our lives. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Sun, May 24, 2026 2:00 pm |
Meditative Coloring Swing by for a relaxing, art-filled afternoon. We will be creating zentangles, coloring frames, or working on an old-fashioned coloring project. Set your cares aside and join usThe program is... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 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, May 26, 2026 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Kids Craft: Open Craft Table Join us for the Kids Craft Table, set up for drop-in use, where most crafts can be completed in 30 minutes or less, with parents or caregivers helping younger children. We supply the... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 1:30 pm |
Fabric Arts Meet Up Do you sew, knit or crochet? Join us for a fabric arts meet up. Come and work on your projects with other art crafters in the community. All skill levels are welcome. |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Drop-In Crafts Drop in any time between 3 to 4:30 p.m. and make a new craft every month. Materials/supplies will be provided. This program is intended for children and their families/caregivers. |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 3:00 pm |
Vietnamese Water Puppets Explore the world of Vietnamese Water Puppets. Paint wooden puppets and create a floating puppet show. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Hand-Painted Taper Candles With Active Studio-Forager Crafts Join us for a unique candle-making workshop where guests will learn to design candles using paint pens, a special... |
Palisades Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 3:30 pm |
Knitting Social Club Please join our knitting and crochet social club. We meet weekly, and people of all levels are welcome, including beginners. Please bring your own supplies. Registration is not required, just drop... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Mini Mushroom Terrariums for Teens Create a mini mushroom terrarium! These charming mini terrariums feature a crystal mushroom at the center, surrounded by soil, colorful stones, and soft moss. They are... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Arts & Crafts Join us on the fourth Tuesday of the month for an afternoon of arts and crafts. We will enjoy some time together creating and crafting projects. Supplies might be limited and will be offered on a... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
DIY Color Analysis Connect with the world around you through color! Find out which colors suit you the most for personal style and artistic creation! Intended for ages 13-18. |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Cricut Craft Basics Join us for an introduction to the Cricut cutting machine with a live demonstration. After the demonstration, participants will create a craft using items cut with the machine. No prior experience... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 4:00 pm |
Paper Batik Join us as we use crayons and watercolor to create beautiful art inspired by the ancient Indonesian dying technique of Batik. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, May 26, 2026 4:00 pm |
Kumihimo Friendship Bracelets for Teens Make Kumihimo for Asian American Heritage Month.Kumihimo is a Japanese braiding technique that can be used to be make cords using a circular disk. Learn how to to... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |