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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 |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 3:30 pm |
Kid's Movie Join us for a Kid's movie. Title TBD. Bring your own snacks. While you are at the library, make sure to say hello to the librarians and get your weekly Summer Reading Challenge prize from the treasure chest! |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Film English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 4:00 pm |
Micah the Magician Straight from the world-famous Magic Castle, Micah the Magician presents an outstanding magic show for kids, young adults, and families.This program was made possible by the generous support of the... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 4:00 pm |
Illusions by Allen Oshiro 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... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Model Magic Sculpture Workshop Learn the basics of sculpting with model magic clay and make your own masterpiece! For ages 4 and up. This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library... |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 4:00 pm |
Father’s Day Craft | Dia del Padre Artesanía Celebrate Father's Day by building a trophy to make for dad.Celebra el Día del Padre construyendo un trofeo para papá. |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 4:00 pm |
Magic Wayne Wayne presents an entertaining magic show that combines music, audience interaction, and comedy. |
John Muir Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Dottie Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Dottie. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our branch! |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Miss Gabby Share the love of reading with STAR volunteer Miss Gabby. Children can listen to stories, practice reading, and even do some reading-related crafts. |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 4:00 pm |
Family Arts and Crafts In celebration of LGBTQIA Pride Month, please join us to create a colorful rainbow craft. All ages are welcome. |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 4:15 pm |
Summer Reading: Block Building Party At The Library Bring your engineering ideas to life with soft blocks, DUPLOS, and LEGO. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 2023 4:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Diane Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Diane. Come three times and take home a free book! |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 15, 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 6:30 pm |
Acasola: CSUN's Premiere A Capella Group Join us for an exciting evening featuring Acasola, CSUN's Premiere A Capella Group. They'll be performing a fun live set of upbeat songs for the... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Fri, Jun 16, 2023 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Judi Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Judi. Take home a free book after reading with Judi three times. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Jun 16, 2023 3:00 pm |
Friday Films Join us every Friday this summer for a film screening in the library! *Films are subject to change. June 9 @ 3 p.m.: La La Land (PG-13)June 16 @ 2:30: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (PG-13)June 23 @ 3 p.m.:... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Fri, Jun 16, 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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Sat, Jun 17, 2023 9:30 am to 11:30 am |
Read With STAR Volunteer Olga Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Olga. Take home a free book after reading with Olga three times. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jun 17, 2023 10:15 am to 12:00 pm |
Zumba With Lula Join Zumba with Lula for fun dancing and exercise! Let's do it!Please note, this program runs May through October.There will be no class on Saturday, October 14.This program is made possible with the support of... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jun 17, 2023 10:30 am |
Storytime With Miss Susan Miss Susan visits the library on certain Saturday mornings to read stories to our neighborhood toddlers and young children. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jun 17, 2023 10:30 am |
Thor's Reptile Family Enjoy a hands-on, entertaining, and educational show featuring anthropods, amphibians, and reptiles of all sizes. You will be taken on a safari around the world, learning about... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
STEM English |
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Sat, Jun 17, 2023 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Japanese Storytimes Children, parents, and caregivers, please join us for our fun-filled Japanese storytime with our STAR volunteer readers! Geared for families and children of all ages. |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds Japanese |
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Sat, Jun 17, 2023 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Kat Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Kat. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our branch.Los niños están... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sat, Jun 17, 2023 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Lauren Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Lauren. 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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Sat, Jun 17, 2023 11:30 am to 3:30 pm |
Jefferson Park Zine Fest Join us for the first ever Jefferson Park Zine Fest and come celebrate with us as we present local independent artists, zines, art workshops, games, raffles, music, and more at the Jefferson... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 17, 2023 11:30 am |
Read With a STAR: Toni Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Toni. 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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Sat, Jun 17, 2023 1:00 pm |
Arts and Crafts: Mini Art Books This workshop provides a glimpse into the creative world of art books through the use of paper ephemera, scrapbook papers, and ordinary everyday papers to make a fun... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 17, 2023 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Fire Safety Game and Firefighter Visit The Fire Safety Club led by high schoolers will do a reading activity with kids followed by a game show related to fire safety and the fire department. Then kids... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English |