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Tue, Feb 17, 2026 3:00 pm |
Lunar New Year Storytime Celebrate the 2026 Lunar New Year with stories and crafts. Goodbye, wooden snake, it's time for the fire horse to shine. Look up your animal and make a shadow puppet. Let's put on a puppet show. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Feb 17, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons Join us for an hour of magic and adventure. We will be introducing the rules and gameplay of the role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons. This includes character building, narrative... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Tue, Feb 17, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Mind Matters for Middle Schoolers Feeling overwhelmed or worried about middle school? Join Mind Matters to relax, talk to fellow middle schoolers, create crafts, and grab a snack. This program is tween-led! |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Student Success English |
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Tue, Feb 17, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Lunar New Year
Dumpling Demo and Tasting Celebrate Lunar New Year by learning how to make delicious dessert dumplings with Jess Wang! This cultural cooking demo will include a hands-on activity and... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 10:00 am |
Blind Date With a Book Teens are invited to have a Blind Date with a Book! Mystery books will be wrapped and labeled with hints about the book. Will you fall in love with your blind date? Blind Date books are available from... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Teen Councils English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 11:00 am |
Adult Crafting: Paint by Numbers Through a generous gift from a patron of the Chatsworth Branch, we have been gifted paint by numbers kits that you may begin during our Adult Crafting Wednesday. Join us for this... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 11:00 am |
Adult Crafting: Jeweled Peacock Broach Enjoy some time with fellow crafters and learn how to make a beautiful jeweled peacock broach with beads. Wear it at the theater or give it to a friend or a... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 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, Feb 18, 2026 12:00 pm |
Tiny & Tall Play Join us for a day of imagination, connection, and hands-on fun! Children ages 0–8 can explore and play safely while parents relax and share special moments.Activities include:LEGOs Play Kitchen... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games, Sensory Friendly, STEM English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
It's Sew Cool | Es divertido Coser Come learn how to sew or use our sewing machines to finish a project. You can also bring your embroidery, crochet, or knitting project. Please bring your own supplies... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Play Chess! Join us for a casual game of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces will be provided. No registration needed. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Whimsical Wednesdays Join us for a fun, whimsy-inspired program that has included everything from creating fairy gardens to painting al fresco. Best for children 4 and up, but all children are welcome. |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 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, Feb 18, 2026 3:30 pm |
Art As Play! Explore process art with a wide variety of materials as we design and create art for fun. |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies 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 to 5:00 pm |
Crafty Kids: Arts & Crafts Looking for a fun and creative activity? Join us for a crafty time! All supplies will be provided. |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Tiptoe Through the Tulips: A Children's Craft Inspired by Alma Thomas In honor of African American History Month, we invite children and teens to join us for a family-friendly event celebrating the... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Scrappy Mending 101 for Teens Take a dive into the world of sustainable and unique mending. Transform your favorite, well-loved, item of clothing by using techniques such as patchwork and basic embroidery. This... |
Northridge Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Lunar New Year Storytime & Craft Ring in the Year of the Horse with stories and a craft making Chinese paper lanterns. |
Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Fiber Arts Club Are you a seasoned knitter? Itching to learn embroidery? Curious about how a drop spindle works? Join us for an hour of fiber arts, including knitting, crochet, needlepoint, weaving, and more!... |
Robertson Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Hamantasch Cookie Bake Make and take Hamantaschen (triangular jam-filled cookies) to bake at home. All ingredients and materials provided by the Chabad of Highland Park. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Feb 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, Feb 18, 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 | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Wed, Feb 18, 2026 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Sewing Basics II Learn the essentials of sewing in this beginner-friendly class where you’ll create your very own pillowcase from start to finish. You’ll practice basic techniques such as cutting fabric, using a sewing... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 10:00 am |
Blind Date With a Book Teens are invited to have a Blind Date with a Book! Mystery books will be wrapped and labeled with hints about the book. Will you fall in love with your blind date? Blind Date books are available from... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Teen Councils English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 2026 3:30 pm |
Guerrilla Gardening: DIY Seed Bombs Few things are as fun as getting your hands dirty, especially when the results are clay and compost seed bombs filled with California native wildflower seeds. In this... |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Marcus Miller's Drums Teens are invited to enjoy an interactive drum workshop which focuses on the importance of drums in our society, past and present, hosted by Marcus Miller. |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances, Teen Councils English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm |
DIY Lunar New Year Drums Celebrate Lunar New Year with a hands-on craft program where kids can make and decorate their own festive drums. Learn about the holiday while creating something fun to take home. This... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Words That Inspire: African American History Month Quote Art In celebration of African American History Month, teens are invited to participate in a craft. Teens will create a vibrant art piece... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm |
Craft Club for Teens We come together each month to enjoy each other's company and allow our creativity to flow! This month, we are celebrating friendship and love by making friendship bracelets. Supplies might be limited. |
Northridge Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Feb 19, 2026 4:00 pm |
Shrinky-Dink Fun Come one, come all & join us for fun with shrinky-dinks. Make pendants or charms or a zipper pull or anything your imagination can think of.Everyone is welcome! |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Feb 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, Feb 20, 2026 10:00 am |
Blind Date With a Book Teens are invited to have a Blind Date with a Book! Mystery books will be wrapped and labeled with hints about the book. Will you fall in love with your blind date? Blind Date books are available from... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Teen Councils English |
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Fri, Feb 20, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
DIY Archives: Virtual Info Session Do you want to create your own archives or oral history project but don't know where to begin? Start your journey at the library today. Explore the new DIY archiving... |
Online Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Feb 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, Feb 21, 2026 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Feeling the Spirit of the Drum: Drum Circle With Roberto "Kongakid" Gutierrez Connect with your inner drumming spirit and connect with your fellow drummers in this hour-... |
Ascot Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 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, Feb 21, 2026 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Saturdays at the Koreatown Media Lab The Koreatown Media Lab makerspace is open every other Saturday, from 1 - 4 p.m. The poster printer, 3D printers, cutting machines, and computers with the Adobe... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Computers & Technology English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 1:30 pm |
Threads of Heritage:
Quilts and Their Stories Join us for a quilt viewing and discussion hosted by the African American Quilters in Los Angeles. This program celebrates the rich cultural tradition... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Mending for Beginners In this program, participants will learn hand sewing basics and techniques like threading a needle, tying a knot, sewing a straight stitch, and patching clothes. All sewing materials will be... |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 10:00 am to 8:00 pm |
Take Home Craft for Kids: Black History Zines Visit us this February and pick up a take-home packet to create your own mini magazine featuring four different Black heroes from California's history. |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, History & Genealogy English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Art Class Using pencils, watercolor, or colored pencils, attendees will draw and paint still life, copy from reference images, and develop original compositions. Through guided projects and personal exploration, participants will... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 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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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 3:30 pm |
African American History Month MakerSpace Join us for an African American History Month themed MakerSpace to make 3D items, sewing projects, zines, stickers, and buttons.Let's celebrate the African... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Collage Jam Come create collage art and listen to music together. We’ll have lots of cool stuff to cut up for your collages including magazines, comics, and cards from Central Library’s old card catalog. Join in this fun... |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Regulate and Recharge: Sensory Play and Community Support Families are invited to join us for art activities and open-ended play with new sensory toys and tools from our children's... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Sensory Friendly English |
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Mon, Feb 23, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Circut Craft Basics Join us for our Cricut Craft Basics program! This hands-on program will introduce you to the Cricut cutting machine with a live demonstration. After, we will create a craft using the items cut from... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |