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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Brick-Building Hour Join us for an hour of creative fun using Lego-style bricks. Recommended for ages 5 years and older. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 11:00 am to 11:40 am |
Sounds of Ancient Mexico Musical Event for Children and Families Highly rated musician and entertainer Martin Espino shares his love of world cultures as he guides the audience in... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Judges in the Community: An Introduction to Appellate Courts Discussed in the program will be the differences between appellate courts and trial courts; the distinction between the Appellate... |
Central Library | Adults |
Lectures English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 12:30 pm |
Russian for Beginners Russian for Beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Russian |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Docent-led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art,... |
Central Library | Adults |
Tours English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm |
Mindful Meditation Thursdays Unwind, recharge, and reset with leaders from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. |
Central Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library - Group Two Kids and teens aged 9-14 are invited to join us for summer D&D Adventures!These will be incredibly fun adventures in fantasy taking place over three... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 1:00 pm |
Q.Me Free Legal Clinic Speak virtually with an attorney about tickets/warrants, landlord/tenant issues, family law, employment, housing, and more. Q.Me, a non-profit that connects crowdsourced volunteer providers with... |
Online Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library |
Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Community Resources & Services English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Adult Coloring Explore your creative side. Join us for a relaxing weekly session filled with friends and fun. All materials are provided free. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 2:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Jasmine Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation/reading/writing, job or school resumes and applications... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Technology Assistance With Edgar Cybernauts are trained computer aides that offer technology assistance, computer support, and mobile device support.Connect with a Cybernaut to:Learn how to use and borrow LAPL’s... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 2:00 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 library. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 2:20 pm |
Writing Class With Robert This class will teach the basics of writing, from structuring a sentence to writing a paragraph. You will also practice writing for everyday use, such as writing emails and letters. The class... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Mindful Coloring Explore your creative side while relaxing with the use of coloring pages. Let your mind relax as you color mandalas, flowers, geometric shapes, various scenes and more! All materials are provided free.... |
John Muir Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Rona Children are invited to drop in during her volunteer shift and share the joy of storytelling and reading with Rona. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR sessions at the Palms-Rancho Park... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Michelle Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Michelle. 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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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Susan Need help improving your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Come to the Studio City Branch Library for a walk-in tutoring session every Thursday afternoon from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.Adults... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Olympic Craft Come make an Olympic craft with us as we celebrate the Olympics! |
Platt Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Ms. Barbara Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Barbara. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Computer Workshop: Libby & the Online Catalog Our Cybernaut, Bohdan, will teach a computer workshop about how to use Libby and the library catalog. This workshop will make you more comfortable with... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Computer Classes Patrons will learn how to:Use and borrow LAPL’s e-media.Set up an email account.Operate tablet, or phone.Learn basic computer skills |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Stage Combat With the Game On Stunt Team Join us in the Children's Area for an exciting performance from Michael John and his Game On Stunt Team. The Game On Stunt Team presents a brief history of the weaponry... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
History & Genealogy, Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Social Knitting and Crocheting Club Bring your latest project, exchange ideas, and learn new stitches from your fellow knitters and crocheters. |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Body Art Workshops While creating designs on participants, Katy will briefly explain henna's use and history, including how to mix paste and how to draw with the paste. For face painting or glitter tattoos, Katy will... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Weekly Kids Arts & Crafts Drop-In Join us for arts, crafts, and stories. Be on the lookout for the crafts cart and supplies in the Children's Reading Room. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Introduction to Google Docs Join us for our Introduction To Google Docs workshop! Learn how to create, edit and share documents in Google Drive.Topics covered include:How to create and edit a documentHow to save... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Do you need to quickly boost your writing, reading, and communication skills? If the answer is yes, you are not alone. The Adult Literacy Program provides free tutoring in a variety of subjects and... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
One Book, One County Book Club Join us for a lively discussion of L.A. Weather by María Amparo Escandón. Free copy of the book... |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Chinese Calligraphy | Caligrafía China Chinese Calligraphy is a traditional art of Chinese writing for more than 5000 years. Learn how to write in a different language and about the Chinese culture in a... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Language Learning, Writing English, Español |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Intro to Virtual Reality Experience content using VR goggles. Learn how to create virtual reality (VR) experiences with a 360-degree camera and find out about the resources you can use to edit photographs and video... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Nature Journals and Decoupage Join us for the second of two summertime children's craft programs. As part of the Summer Reading Challenge, participants can decoupage their own nature journal. Additionally, like... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Vegan Sushi Workshop Learn to create nutritious and delicious sushi with Dr. Acooba Scott. She has been creating healthy recipes for her entire family and sharing it with the library community too!This program was... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Mixed Media Mobiles Exploring the use of organic and geometric shapes, color, and movement, participants will use a range of mixed media materials to design and assembe their own 3-dimensional mobile with collage... |
Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Cupcake Decorating Join us for cupcake decorating with various sprinkles and frosting choices. All supplies will be provided. |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Painting Party for Kids Get ready for a fun-filled day of creativity and color. This event is perfect for kids who love art and want to express themselves through painting. All materials will be provided, so just... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Henna Art With Khushboo Manchanda Learn about the significance of Henna, how to make Henna and get your own Henna tattoos! Participants will learn about the significance of Henna across cultures, the process... |
Studio City Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Micah the Magician and the Magical Library Join us for a highly interactive magic show where the audience is the star, with focus on all the magical resources the library has to offer.This program was made possible with the... |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fairy Garden Dreams Craft the tiny scene of your dreams!This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Candy Lab Candy + jewelry = delicious fun! Learn the basics of jewelry-making using candy. |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Cesar Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Cesar. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Packing Material Art Using packing materials, make a picture of an animal, a person, a plant, a vehicle or an imaginary creature.Ages 5-12 |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Story-Craft Time Hear a story and make something of it!Suggested for ages 3 years and older. |
Palisades Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fun Face Painting for Everyone Celebrate summer by getting you face painted by Marquita Jordan. Fun for all ages. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Family Arts & Crafts Please join us to create colorful fish using recycled egg cartons. All ages welcome. |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 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. |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Baby Play An hour of free play, exploration, and socializing, for young children and their caregivers, with toys, books, and music!Recommended for ages 0-2. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring: Improve Your Reading and Writing Skills Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning, Writing English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteers Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteers, Phyllis and Charity. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Join our English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills.Contact the literacy coordinator for more information: plattliteracy@lapl.org. |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 6:00 pm |
West LA Online Book Club The West LA Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month. We alternate between fiction and nonfiction.July 18 - Dear Committee Members by Julie SchumacherAugust 22 - NO MEETINGSeptember 19... |
Online West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |