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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Families for Literacy Learn how to use a Passport to Summer to highlight the importance of literacy education skills through songs, arts and crafts, and more. This event is for children ages 0-8, yet all are welcome to... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 4:00 pm |
P S Science Dinosaurs P S Science presents dinosaurs and how scientists learn about the past. |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 4:00 pm |
Crafternoon Slime Time Join us to learn the science of slime and make your own fun, gooey and colorful slime. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 4:00 pm |
Your Author Series: Auriane Desombre The Los Angeles Public Library proudly presents author Auriane Descombre as she discusses her middle-grade reader The Sister Split. A pair of soon-to-be stepsisters... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Authors English |
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 4:00 pm |
The Wacko Show: Magic for Kids Join us for a comedy and magic show for kids of all ages! This program will take place outdoors on the Edendale Branch Library patio. |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
SoCal Postcards: History and Art Discover the history and fun of Southern California postcards, then design and create your own! Wear a T-shirt to draw or paint in. Ages 5-11. |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 4:00 pm |
Sculpture Workshop by Artsy Kidss Clay sculpting is one of our favorite art activities! It’s fun for kids of any age and helps with sensory development. We love Crayola Model magic specifically because it’s... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 4:15 pm |
Your Author Series: Antonio Sacre The Los Angeles Public Library is proud to present local author Antonio Sacre. Join Antonio as he discusses his autobiographical picture book My Name is Cool. The book... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Kids |
Authors English |
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Bubblemania: Bubble Magic Join us for an interactive bubble show at the library! Our special guest, Bubblemania, will create rainbow bubbles, square bubbles, triangle bubbles, bubbles that bounce on bubbles, bubbles within... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances, STEM English |
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 5:00 pm |
Dear Cairo...My Dear Cairo: Photography Exhibit Dear Cairo...my dear Cairo is a photo exhibition of photos taken in Cairo by Egyptian/American artist and children's book author Zeena M. Pliska. The exhibition is... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 10:30 am |
Baby & Toddler Storytime Join us for one of two storytime sessions: 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. We will share stories, songs, and movements to build early literacy skills for babies and toddlers. Please note:... |
Studio City Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Bilingual Storytime Come spark your child's love of reading during our 30-minute bilingual storytime through songs, fingerplays, and stories! Please note there will not be a storytime on 6/21/23 or 6/28/23. ¡Venga a... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 10:30 am |
Illusions by Allen Straight from the world-famous Magic Castle, Allen presents an outstanding, well-polished act with astonishing sleight of hand and fun comedy for all ages. Lots of new tricks, like the amazing floating... |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 10:30 am |
Storytime Join us on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. to read stories, sing songs, and share rhymes. Participation may be limited due to room capacity. Please note: There will be no Storytime on Wednesday, Oct. 11. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 11:00 am to 1:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Judy Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR (Storytelling and Reading) volunteer, Judy. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our branch. |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Drag Storytime It’s just what it sounds like! Join us for an extra sparkly storytime with a drag performer bringing costume, humor and play to read inclusive children’s books to delight families and their kids of all... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 11:00 am |
The L.A. Zoo Goes to the Library Join the L.A. Zoo this summer as we find ways to discover the local wildlife that lives in Griffith Park and learn about the unique story of your Los Angeles Zoo. For... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 1:00 pm |
Brettso's Magical Balloon Story & Puppet Show Brettso combines comedy, storytelling and balloon sculptures as part of his magic show. Join us for this engaging event... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Mr. Matthew Listen to stories or practice reading with our amazing storytelling and reading volunteer, Mr. Matthew! Earn a free book with every three visits. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 2:00 pm |
Face Painting Face painting is an artistic and creative activity necessary for expression. It is a way that children, teens, and adults can connect to their favorite stories and characters. This program was... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 2:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Munni Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Munni. 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 |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
BARK: Read With Vida Children can build their confidence and practice their reading skills in this weekly program with certified therapy dog Vida. Early through advanced readers are welcome to this first come, first served... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Student Zone and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide: A quiet, safe place to studyReserved computers and laptopsFree basic school... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
The UCLA Gluck Woodwind Trio Please join us for an afternoon of classical music in the community room.About the Gluck Reed Quartet:The Quartet was founded in 2018 and comprises both graduate and undergraduate music... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 3:00 pm |
Thor's Reptile Family Enjoy a one-hour hands-on, entertaining, and educational show featuring arthropods, amphibians, and reptiles of all sizes. You will be taken on a Safari around the world, learning about... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 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 visits. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 3:00 pm |
Bubblemania Bubblemania and Company offer interactive educational and entertaining programs on the science of bubbles for children of all ages. The visual presentation is filled with soap bubble creations that... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Reading to the Rescue Do you like dogs? Do you like books?Kids are invited to practice reading aloud (or listening to a story) with a gentle therapy dog from Reading to the Rescue. |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 4:00 pm |
Stories and Crafts With STAR Volunteer Linda Children are invited to enjoy stories and crafts with our STAR volunteer, Linda. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our branch. |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
The Wonderful World of El Ropo Join us for the 2023 Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off with a family magic show by El Ropo! |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm |
Magic Show With Magician Wayne Kawamoto Join in the magical fun of a special magic show with Magician Wayne Kawamoto. He will present an entertaining magic show that combines music, audience interaction... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Drum Circle With Roberto "Konga Kid" Gutierrez Connect with your inner drumming spirit and fellow drummers in this interactive drum circle. Learn about West African and Cuban drums, such as... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Children's Storytime Join us for fun with stories, songs, movement activities, and more. Geared towards children ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome to attend. |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 4:00 pm |
Your Author Series: Jose Lozano The Los Angeles Public Library is proud to present local author/illustrator José Lozano. José will be discussing his book Once Around the Block. There’s always a lot of action... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Authors English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 4:00 pm |
Giant Games! Join us for giant-sized board games. We will have super-sized Chess, Jenga, Connect Four, and more! This program is for ages three years and older. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Kids |
Games English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Mirror Art: What Would You Like to See in the Mirror? Create mirrors you would like to see above the sink in the library bathrooms. Participants will add pictures to a large foil covered paper with... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jun 14, 2023 5:00 pm |
Dear Cairo...My Dear Cairo: Photography Exhibit Dear Cairo...my dear Cairo is a photo exhibition of photos taken in Cairo by Egyptian/American artist and children's book author Zeena M. Pliska. The exhibition is... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 10:00 am to 10:45 am |
Bubble Mania Bubble artistry at its best! Children will enjoy the magic of a room full of bubbles. Fun and educational. |
Online Playa Vista Branch Library |
Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 12:30 pm |
The L.A. Zoo Goes to the Library Join the L.A. Zoo this summer as we find ways to discover the local wildlife that lives in Griffith Park and learn about the unique story of your Los Angeles Zoo. For additional... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 12:30 pm to 1:20 pm |
Reptile Show Join us as we kick off the Summer Reading Challenge by hosting a reptile show and animal safari! Children and caregivers are invited to an educational and entertaining afternoon filled with reptiles, amphibians,... |
Northridge Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 12:30 pm |
Join the Los Angeles Zoo at your Library! Join us this summer as we use art and exploration to discover the nature all around us. |
Pacoima Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 1:00 pm |
TaikoProject Drum Performance Over one hundred million people have seen TaikoProject through their televised appearances on the Academy Awards, the Grammys, The Voice, Conan, Jimmy Kimmel, and in music videos... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Shelley Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Shelley. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our branch. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 2:00 pm |
Tortoises, Snakes & Lizards, Oh My! Living Treasures from Around the World will introduce us to reptiles of many sorts. This is the first of our Summer Science Thursdays. (Once we reach room capacity, we... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 2:00 pm |
Painting With Partners! Diptych Painting With Artsy Kidss In this workshop, we work in groups of two. A diptych is a painting that is created by putting two paintings together.... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
BARK: Read With Vida Children can build confidence and practice reading skills in this weekly program with certified therapy dog Vida. Early through advanced readers are welcome to this first come, first served event.... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Summer Reading Challenge Kickoff: Bubblemania! Kick off our Summer Reading Challenge with a fun bubble show, presented by Bubblemania! Learn about the science and characteristics of bubbles in this... |
Malabar Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Chalk the Walk Help us Chalk the Walk! Join in on a collaborative community art project—transforming our sidewalks into rainbows of color. We provide the chalk and the sidewalks; you provide the creativity. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Drop-in Tutoring With Steve Need help with your homework? Stop by for one-on-one, volunteer-led tutoring in all subjects in grades K-12. |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Rusty Blade's High Seas Pirate Adventure: Summer Reading Kickoff! Learn what life was really like for a Pirate 300 years ago in this historically based interactive, theatrical,... |
Platt Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |