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Fri, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 2023 3:00 pm |
Zine Workshop Celebrate International Zine Month and make mini zines based on an online mini zine prompt list hosted by local zine maker Blancis the Creative!Join us for a fun time filled with zines and zine-making friends... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Poetry, Writing English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 9:30 am to 1:30 pm |
Sherman Oaks Friends of the Library Monthly Book Sale Join the Friends of the Library for their monthly book sale with proceeds benefiting the Sherman Oaks Branch Library, located at 14245... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 10:00 am |
English Conversation Class / Clases de conversación en inglés Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 10:00 am |
Friends of the Library Book Sale The Friends of the Silver Lake Branch Library are hosting a used book sale. This is an excellent opportunity to stock your shelves, pick up engaging reading material, and support the... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 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, Jul 08, 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 08, 2023 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Suminagashi: Paper Marbling Suminagashi is the ancient Japanese technique of decorating paper with inks. Adults and teens will have the opportunity to learn and try this ancient and beautiful art form from Japan... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 12:00 pm |
John C Fremont Book Sale Join the Friends of the John C Fremont Library for our monthly book sale! Find your next great read at an even better bargain! |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Organic Gardening: Orchids 101 Master gardener Emi will show us how to grow and care for orchids. Please bring your pruners or scissors. Limited to 20 participants. |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
California Native Plant Club Attend the inaugural meeting of the Studio City Teen Council's California Native Plant Club, where the plant of the month will be Asclepias fascicularis (Narrow Leaf Milkweed). Learn... |
Studio City Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 1:00 pm |
Baking Sourdough Bread Come and learn the fundamental basics of sourdough bread. In this program, we will cover terminology, tools, and techniques. There will also be lots of recipes and treats to taste! This... |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 1:00 pm |
Things That Aren't Here Anymore: San Fernando Valley Edition Join us at the West Valley Regional Branch Library as we reminisce about Los Angeles history.We will be watching the KCET documentary Things... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Well Played! A Tabletop Gaming Gathering in Echo Park Adult and teen players at all experience levels are invited to enjoy the artistry and delight of modern board and card games. A... |
Edendale Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 1:30 pm |
Workshop on Repujado (Tin Work) Check out this adult art activity where participants will learn about the ancient Mexican Art of "repujado" or "tin embossing." Activities will include techniques for engraving or... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
East West Players Perform Sama Sama Located in Historic Filipinotown, the Echo Park Branch Library is pleased to welcome The East West Players Theatre for Youth in a performance highlighting Filipino-... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances, Poetry English, Español, Tagalog |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 2:00 pm |
Frida Kahlo: Tree of Hope Dr. Gloria Arjona pays tribute to the life and legacy of Frida Kahlo through a multidisciplinary program that intertwines the Mexican artist's most significant life periods, artistic... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 2:00 pm |
Frida Kahlo: Tree of Hope In "Frida Kahlo: Tree of Hope", Dr. Gloria Arjona and performer Karin Guerra bring alive this iconic Mexican artist through live music, words, and a living reproduction of her most... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 2:00 pm |
How the West Was Sung This program takes the audience from approximately 1850 to the present. Songs are used to represent the different groups of people that moved west and finished filling in our country. These groups... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 2:00 pm |
Argentine Tango Basics This dance instruction program explores the essence of Argentine Tango, a social partner dance based on connection. Designed with the complete novice in mind, this workshop will be... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 2:00 pm |
Story Rhythm Nation Adults and children will sing, clap and stomp their feet to celebrate the adventures of Ina's wacky folktale and crazy in-the-news story characters. Her inspiring and humorous stories will take you... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Beginner Digital Photography Crash Course This crash course will introduce you to basic photography techniques needed to make beautiful images to share with friends and family using a simple digital... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 3:00 pm |
Chamber Hop From Echo Park L.A. native composer and producer Brendan Eder creates a kaleidoscopic musical blend of classical, experimental rock, jazz, electronic, and hip hop. Eder's whimsical, funky, and accessible... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 08, 2023 3:00 pm |
Music at the Library: Hélène Renault in Concert Join us for an acoustic showcase by singer/songwriter Hélène Renault.Sponsored by the Friends of Silver Lake Branch Library. |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Jul 09, 2023 2:00 pm |
Santa Cecilia Orchestra Presents Meet the Woodwinds Celebrate the Summer Reading theme of "My LA" with a free concert courtesy of our local Santa Cecilia Orchestra. We invite you to bring your... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Jul 09, 2023 2:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: L.A. In an Hour With Evan Lovett Evan Lovett is the creator of social media mainstay "L.A. in a Minute" and host of the podcast In a Minute With Evan Lovett. During this hour-long program,... |
In Person & Online Central Library |
Adults |
Lectures English |
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Mon, Jul 10, 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 10, 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 10, 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 10, 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 10, 2023 11:00 am to 5:00 pm |
Blood Drive The Sylmar Branch Library will host an American Red Cross blood drive in our community room. Please consider donating blood if you can. Blood donors will receive a Red Cross dry bag while they last! Save lives and... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jul 10, 2023 11:30 am |
Charlemos: Comunicación en dos idiomas Acompáñenos a una charla para familias que desean apoyar los dos idiomas que se hablan en el hogar y desarrollar el bilingüismo. Con el objetivo de servir a... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Adults |
Community Resources & Services Español |
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Mon, Jul 10, 2023 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Hands-Only CPR Training A staff member from the L.A. County Department of Public Health is available to provide hands-only CPR training, as well as answer general health and wellness questions.A public health nurse... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jul 10, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Art for Adults: Drawing Neighborhood Scenes Use oil pastels to draw a neighborhood scene in the style of David Hockney. Materials will be provided. |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 10, 2023 3:00 pm |
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial Day E.T. once visited the Chatsworth area in 1982. Today he returns. Join us for a screening of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. We'll snack on E.T.'s favorite snacks and decorate alien-... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Film English |
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Mon, Jul 10, 2023 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Emergency Preparedness Tabling A representative from L.A. Works will provide information on emergency resources which will include information related to L.A. County and L.A. City emergency preparation as... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Mon, Jul 10, 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 10, 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 10, 2023 4:45 pm to 5:30 pm |
Book Club Join us via Google Meet for a lively book discussion. September 11: The Swimmers by Julie OtsukaOctober 15: The London Séance Society by Sarah Penner November 13: All Her Little Secrets by... |
Online Sun Valley Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Jul 10, 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 10, 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 10, 2023 6:00 pm |
Rejuvenation Through Meditation Don't let this fast-paced, stressful world get the better of you! Doug Frankel will share a technique to decompress, recharge, and find serenity and joy. |
Online Westwood Branch Library |
Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jul 10, 2023 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Club de lectura bilingüe: Bilingual Book Club We will meet via Zoom to discuss Margarita Garcia Robayo's Waiting for a Hurricane. The novella is available in print from the library catalog in... |
Online Pico Union Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English, Español |
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Tue, Jul 11, 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 11, 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 11, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Book Club: Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez Come discuss the book Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez. About the book: Set against the backdrop of New York City in the months... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Jul 11, 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 11, 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 11, 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 11, 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 |