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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 1:00 pm |
Club de Lectura en Español / Spanish Book Club El club de lectura en español estara conversando sobre el libro el Clima de Los Angeles, como parte de la selección de este año de un libro, un condado... |
Panorama City Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs Español |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
One Book, One County Book Club: "L.A. Weather" L.A. is parched, dry as a bone, and all Oscar, the weather-obsessed patriarch of the Alvarado family, desperately wants is a little rain. He’s harboring a costly... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Watercolor Bookmarks With Melissa Elliott During this 90-minute session we will cover the fundamentals of this versatile and colorful art, including a discussion of supplies, materials, attributes, and... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Club de Lectura en Español / Spanish Book Club El club de lectura en español estara conversando sobre el libro el Clima de Los Angeles, como parte de la selección de este año de un libro, un... |
Panorama City Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs Español |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Chalk Drawing Class for Adults Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month for a fantabulous Chalk Drawing Class! Learn techniques to bring out beautiful images with chalk on black paper. Beginners and all skill levels... |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Well Played - A Tabletop Gaming Gathering Join us for our monthly tabletop gaming gathering! Adult and teen players at all experience levels are invited to enjoy the artistry and delight of modern board... |
Edendale Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 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 27, 2024 1:15 pm |
Conversations About the News With Stu and Tim This class is best suited for intermediate and advanced learners. Participants read the latest news and discuss U.S. history, along with English idioms... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm |
One Book, One County Book Club: "L.A. Weather" Join us for a discussion of L.A. Weather by María Amparo Escandón. Oscar, the weather-obsessed patriarch of the Alvarado family, desperately... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm |
The Red and Black: Instruments, Culture, and History of Mesoamerica Hear the sounds and learn the history of breath and percussion instruments of indigenous Mexico/Mesoamerica.... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Smithsonian Latino Center Young Ambassadors Program A local Young Ambassador will share the book Spanish Is the Language of My Family by Michael Genhart, a captivating tale about family,... |
Central Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Teen Council Teen Council is for ages 11-19.Work with our Young Adult Librarian and your peers to:Suggest purchases for the libraryPlan library programsWrite an article for the Teen BlogWrite book reviews for the Teen Web... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Teens |
Volunteer Engagement English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:45 pm |
Dune: Part Two - Movie Showing Follows the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen on a path of revenge against those who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm |
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, Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm |
Palisades Library Film Society Join us for six films by or about L.A. Dreamers. These films are curated by our resident film expert, Raymond Parker, who will provide insights into the films and their makers.Here is... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 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 and online via Zoom.... |
In Person & Online Northridge Branch Library |
Adults |
Poetry English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Anti-inflammatory Nutrition & Healthy Cooking for Diabetes Join us for a nutrition workshop focused on anti-inflammatory meals and healthy cooking for diabetes. Learn what foods to... |
Malabar Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm |
Storytime Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs and movement! |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Shakespeare in a Different Light Discover a fresh connection to the works of William Shakespeare.A cast of Shakespeare enthusiasts will use quotes, monologues, sonnets, swordplay, and even a bit of music to... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm |
Make Your Own Deodorant Get hot this summer, sweat hot this summer, and make your own deodorant with us! Using coconut oil, shea butter, baking soda, and essential oils, we'll make our own all natural deodorant. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm |
Election Special: The Musings of Harry Truman by Arnold Weiss Former president Harry S. Truman spoke his mind—often. Our historian Arnold Weiss is here to share his refreshing wit and... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
The Ben Band Join us for some delightful family-friendly songs from Ben Urwand that will introduce you to animals native to Ben's Australian homeland. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 4:00 pm |
HAM Radio & CERT Community Volunteer Club Party Join us to celebrate the end of summer with drawings for CERT and HAM radio-themed gifts! A weather radio, tourniquets, and giant *OMY Los... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Cricut Crawly Art Learn the basics of the Cricut computerized cutting machine and use it to make a 3D art project to take home. Both Cricut and cricket facts will be supplied, for free. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Author María Amparo Escandón at Grand Park Help us close out One Book, One County with a special evening at Gloria Molina Grand Park featuring a musical performance from Banda Las Angelinas, resources... |
Offsite | Teens, Adults |
Authors, Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Jul 28, 2024 8:00 am to 4:00 pm |
How to Bird StoryWalk at the Audubon Center Check out our new StoryWalk in partnership with the Audubon Center at Debs Park. Take an accessible self-directed nature walk and get inspired to bird with the... |
Offsite | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sun, Jul 28, 2024 2:00 pm |
Researching Colleges and Deciding Where To Go Navigate the college tour experience with confidence in this essential workshop. Learn expert tips for making the most of campus visits, evaluating... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Student Success English |
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Sun, Jul 28, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
The 4th Annual Emerging Faces Panel The African American Film Critics Association and the SAG-AFTRA Foundation will present a special panel discussion with four young actors: Josiah Cross, Keith Powers, Demi... |
Central Library | Adults |
Film, Lectures English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 8:30 am to 12:00 pm |
UCLA Mobile Eye Clinic Join us to get free eye exams and glasses.Services include:Vision ScreeningOphthalmic ExaminationsRefraction TestDiagnosis of Potential or Existing Eye DisordersEye Glasses |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:00 am |
Storytime Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers. |
Panorama City Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:00 am to 8:00 pm |
Take Home Craft for Kids: Time Capsules Celebrate L.A. Dreaming this summer by making a time capsule of your favorite things now, and your biggest dreams for the future! It's a gift for grown up you! |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am |
Toddler Storytime Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their toddlers to storytime with Children's Librarian Jennifer. Children can enjoy stories, songs, and movement while we focus on developing early literacy... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Preschool Storytime Please join us for stories, action rhymes, and songs presented by our children's librarian. This program is for children ages 2 - 5 and their caregivers. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am |
Baby and Toddler Storytime Come spark your child's love of reading through songs, fingerplays and stories!*There will be no storytime 9/30, 10/5, and 10/14 due to library closure. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Super Duper Storytime Storytime is back at Wilshire! Join us for stories, songs and dances. Geared for babies and toddlers, but all children are welcome. |
Wilshire Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Francesca Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Francesca. Take home a free book after reading with a STAR volunteer three times. |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am to 3:30 pm |
Vision to Learn Free eye exams will be conducted on site for youths ages 4-18. Appointments are recommended but not required. If perscription glasses are needed, they will also be provided free of charge. There are no income... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Writers Group Calling all writers! Get those creative juices flowing and join our writers group as everyone shares their work and gives feedback.This group mostly meets in person, but email rbrtsn@lapl.org if you'd prefer to... |
In Person & Online Robertson Branch Library |
Adults |
Writing English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 11:00 am to 11:45 am |
Storytime Parents, babies, toddlers and preschoolers join us for 45 minutes of stories, songs, play and more! This storytime is for children ages 0-5, but children of all ages are welcome to attend. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 11:30 am to 12:15 pm |
Magical Katrina's Magic Show Magical Katrina is an award-winning magician who has captivated audiences around the world with her skills for more than a decade. She will mesmerize and entertain us with... |
Westwood Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm |
Read With Rising STAR Volunteers Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with Rising STAR Teen Volunteers. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch. |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 1:00 pm |
English as a Second Language Class If English is not your first language, this class is for you. All levels are welcome. |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Kids Silent Reading Club All elementary school readers can bring their own book to read or choose a title from the library. Readers will meet one another, grab a snack and then silently read together in a cozy... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Kids |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm |
Vocabulary Development With Elaine and Karen In this class, adult learners will increase their passive and active vocabulary, including usage and idioms. This class is recommended for intermediate to... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Free Computer Class / Clase gratuita de computación Free Computer Class For Beginners. Join our weekly computer class and learn basic skills using the internet, email and more!Clase... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English, Español |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Thor's Reptile Family Join us for the 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... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 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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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm |
Magical Katrina Magic Show Join us for an amazing magic show presented by Magical Katrina!This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles. |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome.For more information... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm |
Diamond Painting Would you like a sparkling bookmark? Paint using tiny gems and an adhesive surface creating a diamond painted bookmark. All materials will be provided. |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |