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Thu, Jul 02, 2026 4:00 pm |
Community Zines & Art Lab Come make a zine and help build our collection in this monthly creative art lab. Zine content can be personal, political, niche, artistic, or purely visual—there are no rules and no... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 02, 2026 4:00 pm |
Vietnamese Spring Roll Making Class With Emmy Lam Join us as we learn how to make Vietnamese spring rolls! Vietnamese spring rolls are scrumptious and a healthy choice of food. They are... |
Malabar Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jul 02, 2026 4:00 pm |
Teen Maker Day Join the Fairfax Teen Council as we pull out our 3-D pens, colored pencils, and other gadgets and craft supplies to sew, seal, cut and create! All materials and refreshments provided, ages 11 and older.... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 02, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Crafternoon: Melted Popsicle Art Create a forever melting popsicle sculpture! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 02, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Personalize your Summer Pouch Join us to personalize the summer with the Library pouch you received at registration! Use acrylic paints, markers, and sparkling gems to create a one-of-a-kind design. All... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 02, 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, Jul 03, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sat, Jul 04, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sun, Jul 05, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sun, Jul 05, 2026 2:00 pm |
Shrinky-Dink Sunday Feeling crafty? Come by and design your own amulet or magnet out of shrinky-dink plastic and then watch the power of heat transform it. We have plenty of material for this program so bring all your... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 06, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Mon, Jul 06, 2026 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Central Library Soccer Celebration: W83 vs W84, Round of 16 Join us in the Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen the 2026 FIFA Men's World... |
Central Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Mon, Jul 06, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Community Writing Group Join us at Saved By A Story to ignite your creativity, share your stories, and find connection in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. Participants aged 14 and over are encouraged to... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
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Mon, Jul 06, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Cook(T)eens Join in as we learn to cook (and eat!) food from around the world. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jul 06, 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, Jul 06, 2026 4:00 pm |
Teen Council Calling all teens! Help us make the library a more inclusive place for teens. Plan events and earn community service hours. Develop and participate in projects that have a positive impact on the community.Teen... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Student Success, Teen Councils English |
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Mon, Jul 06, 2026 4:00 pm |
L.A. Zine Club on Zoom Join us for Zine Club on Zoom, where members of our group meetup in a virtual space to co-work, chat, and share inspiration for whatever projects we're working on. Zine Club is based on the idea of... |
Online Van Nuys Branch Library |
Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 06, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Knitting Club Join us for a new knitting club at the library! Whether you've never picked up needles before or want to refresh your skills, all are welcome. We'll cover the fundamentals to get you started: casting on, the... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Mon, Jul 06, 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, Jul 07, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Benjamin Franklin Library Pop-up at Boyle Heights City Hall While the Benjamin Franklin Branch Library is closed for construction, visit us across the street at the Boyle Heights City... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Central Library Soccer Celebration: W85 vs W87, Round of 16 Join us in the Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen the 2026 FIFA Men's World... |
Central Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 2:00 pm |
Urban Voices: Neighborhood Sing Immerse yourself in a music workshop with participatory singing and wellness activities to improve mental health, amplify self-expression, and build community.Neighborhood... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Movie Screening Join us for a teen interest film screening. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Teens |
Film English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 3:00 pm |
Chinese Dessert Dumpling Demo + Tasting With Jessica Wang Join Chef Jess Wang for a hands-on exploration of a beloved Chinese dessert tradition: hand-rolled sticky rice dumplings. Discover... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Intro to 3D Printing for Teens Join us for a 30-minute 3D printing session where teens will receive an introduction to the 3D printer and have the opportunity to print a small design. This workshop is recommended for ages... |
John Muir Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Computers & Technology, STEM English, Español |
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Tue, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 2026 3:30 pm |
Book Moves Chess Club Join the Book Moves Chess Club to enhance your chess skills and discover new strategies! Participate in engaging sessions where players of all levels come together to learn, practice, and share... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 3:30 pm |
Nutso Board Games! Join us for a roll of the dice and an hour or so of fun and strategizing. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to board games, this event is perfect for teens and adults of all ages. Come share some... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm |
Crochet Club Do you like to crochet or want to learn? Come and crochet with the best crochet enthusiasts in the San Fernando Valley. Meet friends and if you have no yarn or needle, no problem. We have... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm |
Teen Game Night Join us for an afternoon of fun and games. Whether you're a fan of board games, video games, or card games, we have something for all teens! |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Council Join us at our next meeting of the Studio City Teen Council.Teen Council is an opportunity for tweens and teens ages 11-19 in grades 6-12 to meet new people and gain valuable skills such as leadership, critical... |
Studio City Branch Library | Teens |
Teen Councils English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Stress Buster For Teens: DIY Mini Zen Garden Join us for a hands-on workshop where mindfulness meets crafting! This program combines an informal, open conversation about managing teen stress with... |
Westwood Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen LEGO® Bricks Club Work with other teens and tweens to build a LEGO® bricks artwork! Open to all 6th-12th grade students.LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies, which does not sponsor, authorize, or... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm |
Tie Dye Bandanas and Totes for Teens Learn all about tie dye and make your own colorful bandana or tote bag. All supplies are provided. Participants are also welcome to bring their own tshirt or other white... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Thor's Reptile Family Join us for a hands-on safari around the world program to meet reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods of all sizes. Learn about various feeding habits and get the chance to safely hold some... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
STEM English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Summer Teen Council: Tie-Dye for Teens Trends may change, but tie-dye is here to stay! We will have a limited supply of white t-shirts available, but participants are also welcome to bring their own t-shirts or tote... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Centennial Celebration: Catalog Card Craft Celebrate the 100 year anniversary of the Central Library by decoupaging catalog cards. Once dry, you can use the card as a cool bookmark! Open to ages 12... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Yogurt, Butter, and Soft Cheese Join Certified Food Preservation Instructor Brie Wakeland Muszynski for a presentation on how to safely make yogurt, butter, and a variety of soft cheeses at home. The... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm |
Crafts for Kids Enjoy Summer at the Library and create various kid friendly crafts. Projects will vary each week and include an ongoing "Postcards from LA" Pen Pal program with the Silver Lake Library in Silver Lake, Kansas. |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 5:00 pm |
Teen Council Teen Council provides community service hours and leadership opportunities for ages 11-18. Teens ages 14-18 may be eligible to volunteer as program assistants, Rising STAR readers, and library collection task... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Teens |
Teen Councils English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Chess Club Are you a chess player? Are you interested in learning? We invite you to join us as we explore one of the world's oldest games. Individuals of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Chess sets will be made available. |
El Sereno Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Wed, Jul 08, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Wed, Jul 08, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
DiY Teens We will create something new each Wednesday as we learn new ways to express ourselves. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 08, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Friends of Washington Irving Bookstore Support your library and the Friends of the Washington Irving Library!Discover your next great read at the bookstore, open every Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.,... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Book Sales English |
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Wed, Jul 08, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
DIY Summer Tote Bags Design your own custom tote bag using colorful fabric markers, stencils, and summer-inspired art! Create a bag for beach days, books, shopping, or everyday use while showing off your personal style.... |
John Muir Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 08, 2026 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tales and Tunes from L.A. and Beyond With Karen Golden Join master storyteller Karen Golden as she takes you on a storytelling and musical adventure up your street and around the world!Open to all families. |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jul 08, 2026 4:00 pm |
Teen Origami Club The Teen Origami Club is a welcoming space for participants of all levels to learn the Japanese art of paper folding—transforming simple paper into animals, objects, or complex designs, fostering... |
Malabar Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 08, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Ice Cream Social Make ice cream, then add your favorite toppings! |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 08, 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 |