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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 10:30 am |
Storytime Join us on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. to read stories, sing songs, and share rhymes. Participation may be limited due to room capacity. Please note: There will be no Storytime on Wednesday, Oct. 11. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 10:30 am |
Community Helpers Storytime Stories and a craft with a police officer! Celebrate some of the people who keep "My L.A." running. Meet our local LAPD Senior Lead Officer, and hear stories about community helpers. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 11:00 am to 1:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Judy Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR (Storytelling and Reading) volunteer, Judy. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our branch. |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 11:00 am |
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... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Pam Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Pam. Come three times and take home a free book. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Mr. Matthew Listen to stories or practice reading with our amazing storytelling and reading volunteer, Mr. Matthew! Earn a free book with every three visits. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 2:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Munni Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Munni. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch! |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
BARK: Read With Vida Children can build their confidence and practice their reading skills in this weekly program with certified therapy dog Vida. Early through advanced readers are welcome to this first come, first served... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Student Zone and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide: A quiet, safe place to studyReserved computers and laptopsFree basic school... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read with a STAR: Miss Katherine Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Miss Katherine. 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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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 3:00 pm |
Your Author Series: Antonio Sacre The Los Angeles Public Library is proud to present local author Antonio Sacre. Join Antonio as he discusses his autobiographical picture book My Name is Cool. The book... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids |
Authors English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 3:00 pm |
Baila Baila Spanish Through Movement and Music Join us for our special Summer Reading Challenge program every Wednesday at 3 p.m. from June 14 - August 2!This week it's Baila Baila! Baila Baila bilingual concerts... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English, Español |
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Wed, Jun 21, 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 21, 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 21, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Story and a Craft Join us for a story, followed by a craft provided by Lakeshore Learning. |
Westwood Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Yarn Bombing The Sun Valley Knitters Group will provide instruction in finger crocheting for participants. Then we'll wrap our projects around the tree outside the library. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm |
Slime Join us to create slime using common household ingredients. Participants will use trial and error to mix up the perfect batch of slime to take home.This is a teen program, however children 7 and up are welcome. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jun 21, 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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Wed, Jun 21, 2023 5:00 pm |
Rainbow Bracelets Wear your Pride! Everyone is invited to create their own rainbow bracelets as we celebrate Pride Month! |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 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... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 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 22, 2023 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Everybody is a Puppeteer! Use your imagination to create a puppet using upcycled materials and other craft supplies. Recommended for ages 5-10. |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Drag Storytime It’s just what it sounds like! Join us for an extra sparkly storytime with a drag performer bringing costume, humor and play to read inclusive children’s books to delight families and their kids of all... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 2023 2:00 pm |
Saving Water & Energy at Home Learn about the benefits of saving water and energy from the Climate Action Team and LADWP. There will also be an informational table with free water/energy saving resources for our... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 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 22, 2023 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Octavia E. Butler's 76th Birthday Celebration Join us in commemorating Octavia E. Butler's Birthday in the Octavia Lab. Heat press popular Octavia Butler quotes onto pieces of fabric... |
Central Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 2023 3:00 pm |
Family Movie Day: Vivo Join us for a screening of Vivo! This 2021 film features songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda, the writer behind the music of Encanto, Moana, and Hamilton. Refreshments will be served. This program is... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Film English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Bookmark Crafts Make beautiful bookmarks to hold your place in your favorite books! For kids, and kids at heart. This counts as an activity on the Summer with the Library Gameboard. |
Platt Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 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 22, 2023 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm |
L.A.'s Iconic Palm Trees It's in the majority of L.A. photos, but is this striking image, really a tree? |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 2023 3:30 pm |
Craftivity Kids are invited to join us for an hour of crafting. We will provide the supplies, you bring the creativity! While you are at the library, make sure to say hello to the librarians and get your weekly Summer Reading... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Artist Residency in Bookmaking With Debra Disman Celebrate a wonderful year of creativity and hands-on making at a special culminating event with our Artist in... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kindness Rocks: Rock Painting Paint your own unique rock for our Kindness Rock Garden. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 2023 4:00 pm |
Movie Day: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration | Día del Cine - Celebración de la Herencia Asiática Americana y de las Islas del Pacífico ... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Film English, Español |
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Thu, Jun 22, 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 22, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Shark Corner Bookmarks Make your own shark corner bookmark to go with your summer reads! Use your creativity to make a great white shark, whale shark, hammerhead shark, leopard shark, lemon shark or even a baby shark. |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Paper Plate Craft for Kids Let's kick off the Summer shining bright! We want to make sure everyone feels like they're in the spotlight. Join us for this wonderful paper plate craft full of color and fun. There... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 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 22, 2023 4:00 pm |
Nature Sketching With Nature Nexus Institute Join us for some fun sketching activities that get you noticing nature all around you. We'll bring the art supplies and nature specimens—you bring your... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Ms. Liz Listen to stories or practice reading with our amazing storytelling and reading volunteer, Ms. Liz! Earn a free book with every three visits. |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 22, 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 22, 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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Fri, Jun 23, 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 23, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STEM Fridays: Pride Month Bridge Challenge Celebrate LGBTQIA Pride Month at the library with a STEM challenge. Build a rainbow bridge using just paper, glue and tape. How much weight can your bridge... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Fri, Jun 23, 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 23, 2023 3:00 pm |
Summer Reading: Teddy Bear Jello Cups Impress your friends at your next pool party by learning how to turn boring jello into a cute treat! This activity is recommended for children ages 5 - 12 years of... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Fri, Jun 23, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Brauna Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Brauna. 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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Fri, Jun 23, 2023 4:00 pm |
Hwarang Nanta - Korean Drumming Performance Through Hwarang Nanta performance team's special and unique non-verbal performances, the team offers a truly unforgettable experience. Their performance... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Fri, Jun 23, 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 24, 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 |