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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 10:30 am |
Trying Healthy Snacks Healthy snacks are an important part of life on the go here in the Southland. They help fill in nutritional gaps, keep us fueled up and going, and help to save time. This program offers a tasting... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Sounds of Summer DSTL Arts, in collaboration with the Los Angeles Public Library's Office of Education and Literacy, presents "Sounds of Summer". Please email literacy@lapl.org for the zoom link. New writers will be... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Poetry English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Solar Viewing The Sidewalk Astronomers will bring telescopes with hydrogen-alpha blocking filters, so you can safely look at sunspots and solar prominences. Now is your chance to safely observe the features of the sun! |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 11:00 am |
Contour Drawing and Watercoloring With Melissa Elliott Celebrate summer reading by drawing and painting what you're reading! Bring your book and come for a short lesson in contour drawing and... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Make Your Own Sensory Kit With Eliana Lopez Join us for Make Your Own Sensory Kit, a creativity and mental wellness workshop led by Eliana Lopez, Peer Programs Coordinator at National Alliance on... |
Edendale Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Ballet Folklórico: Traditional Mexican Dance Ballet Folklórico Rosas del Valle presents traditional folkloric dances from México. These include dances from Jalisco, Sinaloa, Chiapas & Veracruz... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 1:00 pm |
Open Mic Poetry Share your original poems, lyrics, spoken word, or just enjoy listening. Each poet will have five minutes to read an original work. If you wish to read, sign up when you arrive.Our featured speaker will be... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Poetry English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 2:00 pm |
How to Write a Book and Get It Published Audience members will discover the many ways this can be accomplished and how they can start writing their own book, no matter the genre. This program was... |
Central Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 2:00 pm |
An Afternoon of Painting With Viridian Art Join the co-founder of Viridian Art Academy for a painting afternoon that's fit for everyone! Participants will learn social-emotional art techniques... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 2:00 pm |
Kaufman Brentwood Branch Library's 29th Anniversary Celebration: An Afternoon of Laughter and Magic Join us as we celebrate the 29th Anniversary of our... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Free Movie Showing: "Bullet Train" Five assassins aboard a swiftly-moving bullet train in Japan find out that their missions have something in common. A hilarious comedy-action movie! Starring... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Miriam's Garden: Poetry Reading Series Featured poets will read their work in the Hyde Park Branch Library Garden to a group of no more than 20 people with the explicit intention of entertaining the... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Poetry English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Keepers of Culture: Poetry Reading Series Join us for a multinational spoken word event that will take place on the fourth Saturday of each month on-site at the Northridge Branch Library and online via Zoom. There... |
In Person & Online Northridge Branch Library |
Adults |
Poetry English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Nutrition for Gut Health and Anti-inflammatory Meals Cooking Class Join us for a nutrition program on gut health and delicious anti-inflammatory cooking meals demo with Lilly... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
History Talks: The Impact of Yiddish Theatre Join Arnold Weiss, local historian at the West LA Library to learn more about Yiddish & Jewish theatre history!Come hear about Yiddish theatre's impact on... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy, Lectures English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 3:30 pm |
Gypsy Folk Ensemble Please join us as The Gypsy Folk Ensemble presents "Echoes of Polynesia." Dancers in colorful and authentic costumes present Polynesian dances, an educational narrative, and an opportunity for the... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 4:00 pm |
Big Read: Book Discussion Please join the NoHo Book Club as we discuss the Big Read novel Interior Chinatown by Charles Yu.New members welcome! |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sun, Jul 23, 2023 2:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: An Afternoon of Asada With Bricia Lopez & Javier Cabral Join authors Bricia Lopez (Guelaguetza restaurant) and Javier Cabral (L.A. TACO) for an engaging... |
In Person & Online Central Library |
Adults |
Lectures English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 10:00 am |
World Literature Book Club Join us for a spirited and engaging discussion of the world's best short stories!This month's selections are:July 3: Birthday by David Wong LouieJuly 10: The Passing by... |
Online West Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 2023 11:30 am |
Charlemos: Bilingüismo en niños con discapacidades/capacidades Acompáñenos a una charla sobre los mitos que frecuentemente escuchamos sobre el bilingüismo en niño/a/es con... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services Español |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Tissue Paper Art Use layering or the scrunch method to create a work of art from tissue paper.Materials will be provided. |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 3:00 pm |
Hungry Ghost Stories Chill out with eerie ghost and supernatural tales from Mexico, China, and the United States! These strange, unusual stories—like nothing you've ever heard—uncloak some of the mysterious goings-on in... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 2023 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
"My L.A." Tiny Painting Parties, Canvas Giveaway, and Gallery The Tiny Canvas Paintings are back for the Summer of 2023! This time, all ages can paint at either of our two... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Smoothies With Acooba With abundant fresh fruits and veggies and our long growing season and temperate climate, smoothies are a great option that can be enjoyed year-round in LA. Acooba will demonstrate how to make... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 2023 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm |
CERT - Community Emergency Response Team Training The Van Nuys Branch will host a free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) series in person. The LA Fire Department will train participants... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 6:00 pm |
Gratitude Jars Come create a way to capture and help remember the good and positive things that happen in your daily life. Join Amy Muscoplat in a craft workshop decorating a small container in which you’ll be able... |
John Muir Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 6:00 pm |
Book Making: Travel Journals Create your own mini travel journal! Using maps from vintage atlas books, you will create a travel journal to record impressions, make quick sketches of places you see during your... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 6:00 pm |
The Many Faces of Frida Kahlo Celebrate the life of Frida Kahlo with a discussion of her life and work by artist and teacher Miriam Quezada. This Summer Reading program was made possible with the generous support of... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Create Your Beautiful Gratitude Jar Come create a way to remember your life's good and positive things. Join artist Amy Muscoplat in a craft workshop, decorating a jar in which you can keep notes and... |
John Muir Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 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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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Here: Claiming Community Through Poetry and Photography Poetry helps us capture feelings and photography helps us capture visual moments. Join us for a free introductory workshop series... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Poetry English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Tech TryOut Cart Did you know that the Los Angeles Public Library lends e-books, audiobooks, movies, music, magazines, newspapers, comic books, and more to our patrons on their smartphones, tablets, laptops, or desktop... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 12:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Adults can work with a walk-in tutor for 15-20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Our free services include:Reading assistanceWriting assistancePracticing English... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
English Conversation Class 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 practical... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Reading and Rhythm The Office of Education and Literacy is excited to announce a fun and unique program called Reading and Rhythm. This six week program is great for adult learners who want to practice sounding out... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
English Conversation Class / Clases de conversación en inglés Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar and... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English, Español |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Join us every week and practice your English conversation. All levels are welcome.Please contact the Platt Branch Library's Literacy Coordinator, Annette Dib, for more information: 213... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 2:00 pm |
The Wacko Show International magician and headlining clean comedy comic. Wacko is a regular performer at Downtown Disney and The Magic Castle. He has performed for royalty, celebrities, overseas troops, and comedy clubs... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 2:00 pm |
The Unusual Suspects The Unusual Suspects offer a fun, interactive improvisation theater experience. This is part of our Summer Art / Music / Theater Tuesdays. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 2:00 pm |
Chess and Checkers in Hollywood Library Welcome to our Chess and Checkers games in the meeting room on the first floor. We will provide chess and checkers sets, but you can bring your own. All ages and... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Reading and Rhythm The Office of Education and Literacy is excited to announce a fun and unique program called Reading and Rhythm. This six week program is great for adult learners who want to practice sounding out words... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 2:30 pm |
Korean Conversation 1-1 Do you want to learn Korean? Join us and learn the Korean language and culture. This program is presented by the Los Angeles Public Library and the King Sejong Institute Center U.S.A. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Korean |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:00 pm |
Outdoor Games Join us for some fun on the patio playing a variety of games. All ages are welcome. |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Reading and Rhythm The Office of Education and Literacy is excited to announce a fun and unique program called Reading and Rhythm. This six week program is great for adult learners who want to practice sounding out... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |