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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Moving with Joy: Community Yoga Flow Join us for a beginner friendly and accessible yoga class to help you move in harmony with Breath and Joy in your heart and mind. This gentle class reminds all of us, that... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Faithful Central Choir Join us as we bless our June Jubilee celebration stage with the anointed sounds of the Faithful Central Mass Choir as they share a couple of powerful musical selections with us that will feed... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 11:00 am to 12:15 pm |
Beginning African American Genealogy: The Benefaction of You Join us in person as pro genealogist Nicka Sewell-Smith conducts the Basics of African American Genealogy from her home in... |
Central Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Our Stories, Our Voices: The Importance of Representation in Children's Literature Local Black children's book authors Andrea J. Loney, Glenda... |
Central Library | Kids, Adults |
Authors English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 11:00 am to 3:00 pm |
One-on-One Genealogy Assistance First come, first served! Members of the California African American Genealogical Society (CAAGS), the Southern California Genealogical Society (SCGS), and independent... |
Central Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Homebuyer Workshop Don’t miss the opportunity to start making strides toward purchasing your very own home during LAPL’s June Jubilee Celebration. Experts have gathered to educate attendees about upfront costs, how to... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Business, Career & Finances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Romare Bearden: Storytelling in Mixed Media Art Learn about the life and work of renowned African American artist Romare Bearden and create your own artwork inspired by his innovative mixed media... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm |
Drumming for Your Life The Creating the Life and Community You Want Drum Circle will lead you on a drum journey that empowers you to create a better life for yourself and your community by inspiring purpose, personal... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Healthy Meals With Soul Nutritious meals nourish and heal our bodies. Enjoy learning how to prepare healthy recipes to celebrate Juneteenth while exploring how different foods heal and maintain the body and the mind.... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 12:15 pm to 1:30 pm |
African American Family History & Reparations in California Chris Lodgson will join us via Zoom from the Coalition for a Just and Equitable California (CJEC) will talk about his... |
Central Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Crochet Club Join the West Valley Regional Branch fiber art projects (currently crochet art) led by local artists. Materials will be provided. All levels are welcome. Beginners lessons will be held from 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Enslaved Narrative Quilting Workshop The Enslaved Narrative: Delve into quilting stories of freedom. Attendance is limited to 18 participants. This program will take place in Meeting Room B on the Main... |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Dr. Pianist Makiko Hirata Live in Concert at Platt Makiko Hirata is an internationally renowned classical pianist we are so fortunate to have to perform for us live in concert here at the Platt... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 1:00 pm |
The Paper Playground Paper-crafting classes on making cards and 3D paper-crafting projects are offered, suitable for all skill levels, using high-quality materials. The classes are a wonderful opportunity to learn new skills,... |
Palisades Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Gallery Talk With Kwasi Boyd-Bouldin Meet photographer and artist Kwasi Boyd-Bouldin, one of two inaugural Creators in Residence for the Los Angeles Public Library in 2022. In this exhibit, on view in the... |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Teen Talent Show We’re opening the Summer Reading season with local talent. Our teens will perform on strings and keyboard. Accidental Music, a teen band, will be performing as well. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Intro to Opera Did you know that opera is fun? Can you guess what Beyonce, Greek myths, Star Wars, game shows and Bugs Bunny have to do with opera? Join Steve Moore, LA Opera Connects Community... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Vision Lab @ South LA The Vision Lab Program consists of an incubator for entrepreneurs; training for small businesses and youth, leveraging technology; and training for Angelenos entering in tech-forward skills. The... |
Central Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Mind, Body, and Soul Revival Explore ways to nurture your whole self and create a health and wellness plan that fits your unique needs. Learn to use exercise, stress management, sleep, and diet to improve and... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Bringing It All Together: Telling the Story of Your Ancestors With Kenyatta D. Berry Whether you are just starting to explore your family history or have been researching for years, this... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Homebuyer Workshop Don’t miss the opportunity to start making strides toward purchasing your very own home during the library's June Jubilee Celebration. Experts have gathered to educate attendees about upfront costs,... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Business, Career & Finances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 2:00 pm |
Mark Weston's: Harry & Eddie: The Birth of Israel This one-person adapted reading of Mark Weston's play tells the little-known story of President Truman's friendship with Eddie Jacobson, which... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Lectures, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
The UCLA Gluck String Trip Please join us in welcoming the UCLA Gluck String Trio to the Goldwyn Hollywood Library. The UCLA Gluck String Trio features three violinists. This ensemble is comprised of top UCLA string... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Fine Dining Quilting Workshop Learn to make a placemat that will enhance your dining pleasure. Attendance is limited to 18 participants. This program will take place in Meeting Room A on the Main Floor, near... |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
UCLA Gluck Mariachi Ensemble The UCLA Gluck Mariachi Ensemble is a group of student musicians performing music from various regions of Mexico. Their repertoire includes songs in various musical styles,... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Rhythm and Roots Master percussionist and entertainer Louie Cruz Beltran uses humor and congas to tell the story of how rhythms evolved from Africa through the Americas and into today's music and culture. Get ready to dance... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Illuminating Overlooked Black California: Stories From the Jim Crow Era Join historian Alison Rose Jefferson to learn about stories of how African Americans... |
Central Library | Adults |
Authors, History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Second Saturdays: Xavier Prado Chilean tenor Xavier Prado presents a program titled Les Poets (The Poets), featuring works from famous arias in operas where the tenor is a real or fictional poet. Pianist... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 2023 3:00 pm |
Paper Crafting At this class, you will make a fun cupcake birthday card, perfect to send to a friend or loved one. You will also create a cute little coordinating gift bag. Both projects will include interesting details and... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 10, 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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Sun, Jun 11, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Marie Northrup Lecture Series: Driving Force: Automobiles and the New American City 1900-1930 The third lecture in the 2023 Marie Northrup Lecture Series... |
Central Library | Adults |
Authors, History & Genealogy English |
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Sun, Jun 11, 2023 2:00 pm |
Nutrition and Healthy Cooking Join Lilly Padilla, author of Anti-cancer Habits & Anti-inflammatory Nutrition, for a presentation focused on nutritional cooking and eating, proper digestion, and immunity.... |
Robertson Branch Library | Adults |
Authors English |
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Sun, Jun 11, 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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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Yoga and Tai Chi Join us for a free 90-minute yoga and tai chi program with Susan Selan of Body & Brain. The program will include yoga, breathing, and tapping. Please note, we will not meet on the following dates due... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 10:30 am |
English Conversation Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome! No Class on Holidays. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Writer's Group Writing a book? Need deadlines and feedback? Then this is the group for you.Please bring 5 - 10 double-spaced typed pages. Everyone will have a chance to read and receive constructive feedback.The meeting... |
Robertson Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 11:00 am to 5:00 pm |
American Red Cross Blood Drive Please give blood and take this opportunity to help save lives (and find out your blood type). Come give blood and receive a $10 gift card by email to a... |
Ascot Branch Library | Adults |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Buying a Home The Los Angeles Alliance for Economic Inclusion will go over the process involved in buying a home, including information on loans, mortgages, making an offer, and closing on a home.Streaming live on the library's... |
Online | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 2:00 pm |
The Spirit of the Drum Featuring Roberto “Kongakid” Gutierrez Come feel the spirit of the drum with special guest, Kongakid! Connect with your inner drumming spirit and fellow... |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 2:00 pm |
Ride Metro Safely Ride Metro Safely! Participants will learn How to Ride the Metro, Rail Safety, K Line information, discounted program information, and utilize the Metro System. Plus, get some free brochures, guides,... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 3:00 pm |
Rainbow Paper Hearts All ages are invited to celebrate Pride Month! We are making rainbow paper hearts to show our love and support for our neighbors. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Clases de Inglés para adultos Acompáñenos para clases gratuitas de ESL para adultos donde pueden practicar inglés en un ambiente divertido y alentado. Habrán juegos de ESL para hacer el aprendizaje del inglés... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Language Learning Español |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
The UCLA Gluck String Trio Please join us for an afternoon of classical music! The UCLA Gluck String Trio features three violinists. This ensemble comprises top UCLA string players, with members participating in... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 4:30 pm |
English Conversation Class With Carol Speak English with confidence. This English conversation class is perfect for any level. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 4:45 pm to 5:30 pm |
Book Club For June, we will discuss They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera. On September 5, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: They’re going to die... |
Online Sun Valley Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 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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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Monday Night Chess Join us for a casual game of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces provided. No registration is required. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Mon, Jun 12, 2023 6:00 pm |
Meditation to Reduce Everyday Stress Doug Frankel will discuss the effect of meditation on improving concentration and enhancing clarity of thought. He will share a powerful method that can... |
Online Westwood Branch Library |
Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
Street Vendor Financial & Digital Literacy Fair/Feria de educación financiera y digital para vendedores ambulantes This event is a connect day for street vendors focusing on financial... |
Central Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Tue, Jun 13, 2023 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Yoga and Tai Chi Join us for a free 90-minute yoga and tai chi program with Susan Selan of Body & Brain. The program will include yoga, breathing, and tapping. Please note, we will not meet on the following dates due... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |