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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 2:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for K-12 Students Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Trained Student Zone Helper to Assist with Homework Access to... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Community Resources & Services, Computers & Technology, Student Success 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 |
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Wed, Jul 08, 2026 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Chess Club All chess enthusiastic in our community and beyond are invited!On the second Wednesday of the month, an experienced instructor will teach those who don’t know the game.On the fourth Wednesday of the month experienced... |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Games English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Book Cart Sale The Friends of the Eagle Rock Library will be selling gently used books, CDs, and DVDs. All proceeds will benefit programming and collection development at the Eagle Rock Branch Library. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 2:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for K-12 Students Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Trained Student Zone Helper to Assist with Homework Access to... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Community Resources & Services, Computers & Technology, Student Success English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 2:30 pm |
Summer Coloring: Beach Scenes Join us for a relaxing adult coloring session. Explore your creative side while coloring summer beach scenes, sunglasses, sun hats, flip flops, popsicles, and more! All materials... |
John Muir Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Chinese Dessert Dumpling Demo and Tasting for Teens Join Chef Jess Wang for a communal experience centered around a beloved Chinese dessert tradition: making hand-rolled sticky rice dumplings.... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Games and Coding Join us for a variety of games, including board, card, video, and block-coding games. |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games, STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 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, Jul 09, 2026 4:00 pm |
Needle Crafts Club Know how to knit, crochet, embroider, or do needlepoint? Want to learn? Ages 6+ and all skill levels are encouraged to bring your project, yarn, and needles to join in and spend a pleasant Thursday... |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Council and Social Hour Join the Junipero Serra Branch Library Teen Council, which meets on the second Thursday of every month. If you’re interested in volunteering, come by to learn how you can earn... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Teens |
Teen Councils, Volunteer Engagement English, Español |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Mini Mushroom Terrariums for Teens Create a mini terrarium featuring a crystal mushroom at the center, surrounded by soil, colorful stones, and soft moss. They are perfect for decorating a desk or windowsill... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Robot Building & Other Animatronics With Paul Thompson Artist and bot builder, Paul Thompson will showcase his creations and give insights into the materials and processes he uses.... |
Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm |
Vegan Sushi Workshop Join us for a demonstration of how to make delicious, nutritious vegan sushi with Dr. Acooba Scott. We will explore the benefits of plant-based eating for both personal health and the environment... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 4:00 pm |
Teen Cooking Class - Vegan Sushi With Chef Acooba Join the Faifrax Teen Council and Chef Acooba as we learn how to roll our own sushi! All materials provided, ages 11 and older. This... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Puppetry Workshop Learn the art of puppetry from and expert and create your own to take home. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 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 10, 2026 9:30 am to 3:00 pm |
Friends of the Mid-Valley Library Book Sale Join us for the quarterly Friends of the Mid-Valley Library Book Sale! Gently used books, CDs, DVDs and more will be on hand at affordable prices. All... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Book Sales English |
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Fri, Jul 10, 2026 9:30 am to 5:30 pm |
Arts and Scraps Drop by during library operating hours and claim an Arts and Scraps kit while supplies last! Each take-and-make kit contains materials and instructions for a new upcycling craft project every month. |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Fri, Jul 10, 2026 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Central Library Soccer Celebration: W93 vs W94, Quarter Final Join us in the Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen the 2026 FIFA Men's... |
Central Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Fri, Jul 10, 2026 2:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for K-12 Students Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Trained Student Zone Helper to Assist with Homework Access to... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Community Resources & Services, Computers & Technology, Student Success English |
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Fri, Jul 10, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Chess Club Do you play chess? Are you interested in learning? Then, join Stephen and Avi every Friday afternoon to learn and play chess with other people. All ages are welcome! |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 9:30 am to 3:00 pm |
Friends of the Mid-Valley Library Book Sale Join us for the quarterly Friends of the Mid-Valley Library Book Sale! Gently used books, CDs, DVDs and more will be on hand at affordable prices. All... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 10:00 am to 4:30 pm |
Central Library Centennial Festival Save the date! Celebrate Central Library’s 100th birthday with a full day of special events and festivities!Admission is free. Tickets are not required but are highly... |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors, Lectures, Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 10:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Central 100 Celebration: Mixed Media Pop-Up Book Workshop Teaching Artist Rachel Curry will guide workshop participants through the creation of original carousel books, a type of pop-up... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 11:00 am |
Personalized Postcards Craft Teens and adults are invited to celebrate our Summer With The Library theme, "Postmarked in LA," by crafting personalized postcards using all the crafting supplies we can muster. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Social Media Safety for Teens Local Girl Scout Leah will present on social media safety for younger teens, ages 10-14. Understand how social media works and learn how to protect yourself! |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Computers & Technology, Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Grow Your Own Food Whether you are a first-time gardener or a seasoned green thumb, join urban farmer and educator Elliott Kuhn for an in-depth presentation on how you can start your own journey from seed to table.... |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 1:00 pm |
Learn Coding: Create Your Own Game & Storyboard Join us to create your own game and storyboard. Learn coding! The classes are taught by Granada Hills Charter High School Robodox Team, using... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Computers & Technology, Lectures English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Central 100 Celebration: Community Collage & Haiku Workshop Join Teaching Artist JT Bruns for an afternoon of collage and haiku-making inspired by the lasting impact of public... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 3:00 pm |
YA Lit Book Club Discusses "Beautiful World, Where Are You" by Sally Rooney Adults and teens are invited to the YA Lit Book Club.This month we will be... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm |
Classical Guitar Music Join us for a wonderful musical experience with Mr. Wayama, who will present a diverse selection of music ranging from the Renaissance period through the 20th century, as well as folk and world... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 13, 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 13, 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 |