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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 3:00 pm |
Exploring Music Explore musical concepts like rhythm, tempo, and melody through fun activities! This program is intended for children ages 5 and older. |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 3:00 pm |
North Hollywood Library Summer Reading Challenge Art Contest Calling artists of all ages. The North Hollywood Library is excited to welcome patrons to participate in the Summer... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 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, Jul 20, 2023 4:00 pm |
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... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 4:00 pm |
Summer Reading: Artsy Kidss Discover how painting can turn into a form of self-care. Led by Artsy Kidss, participants will learn how to express their view of their Los Angeles community through art. Materials are... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Weave A Rainbow Band Bracelet Teens, tweens and kids are invited to weave colorful and unique fishtail bracelets, using only rubber bands and two pencils. |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 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, Jul 20, 2023 4:00 pm |
Splashy Sea Saga of Sailor Sam Puppet Show Sail the Seven Seas with Sailor Sam and his little pal Salty as they search for adventure, treasure, and a boat that won’t sink! Join in the slapstick hijinks and meet... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 4:00 pm |
Baila Baila Spanish Through Music and Movement The Baila Baila program introduces kids to Spanish using music and movement. During our 45-minute class, kids and parents spend quality time together dancing, reading books... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English, Español |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 4:00 pm |
An Afternoon of Painting With Viridian Art Join the co-founder of Viridian Art Academy for a painting afternoon that's fit for everyone! Participants will learn social-emotional art techniques, how... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 4:00 pm |
Chinese Caligraphy Chinese calligraphy has been a traditional art of Chinese writing for over 5000 years. It is significant during numerous Chinese festivals and celebrations. This workshop is a superb opportunity for... |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 4:00 pm |
Story-Craft Time Hear a story and make something of it!"Suggested" for ages 3 and up |
Palisades Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 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, Jul 20, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Miss Gabby Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer Miss Gabby. Earn a free book with every three visits.Program is subject to cancellation or change without notice. |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm |
El Ropo Magic Show El Ropo magic show combines clean comedy, audience participation, and excellent sleight of hand magic. This fun magic show is great for the entire family. |
Sylmar Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 4:15 pm to 5:00 pm |
Camping Storytime Join us for campfire stories and songs in the meeting room. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 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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Fri, Jul 21, 2023 12:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Robin Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Robin. 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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Fri, Jul 21, 2023 2:00 pm |
Manjushree Nomulwar (Henna Hopes) Performer will offer henna tattoos for hands and feet as well as other body parts. The audience would line up to get tattoos one by one of the desired design types. The performer uses organic... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
STEM English |
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Fri, Jul 21, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Family Summer Movie Come and join us for a Summer Movie at the Vernon Branch Library Community Room. We will be watching The Bad Guys! |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Film English |
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Fri, Jul 21, 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, Jul 21, 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 21, 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, Jul 21, 2023 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Showtime: Summer Movies Close out summer with these cool movies!Friday, July 21: Encanto (PG)Friday, July 29: Blade Runner (R)Friday, August 4: Goosebumps (PG)Friday, August 11: Repo Man (R)Friday, August 18: Leap (... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Film English |
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Fri, Jul 21, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Dicho Al Hecho! Join us for a fun bilingual game. Test your knowledge and expand your mind! This game is recommended for ages 10 years and older. Vivelo hoy!Acompáñanos para un divertido juego bilingüe. Pon a prueba tus... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games, Language Learning English, Español |
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Sat, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 2023 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Solar Viewing The Sidewalk Astronomers will bring telescopes with hydrogen-alpha blocking filters, so you can safely look at sunspots and solar prominences. Now is your chance to safely observe the features of the sun! |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 2023 11:00 am |
CrEATive Plate Kids Cooking Class Kids will gain hands-on experience developing culinary skills while learning about healthy and tasty food choices. This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Kids |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
CrEATive Plate: Kids Cooking Class Children will learn about technique and ingredients in this hands-on cooking class. This is a sensory filled program focused on real world skills for every child. |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 11:30 am |
Share a Story With the BARK Therapy Dogs Join us on the fourth Saturday of the month, when kids can improve their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs from the BARK program. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Ballet Folklórico: Traditional Mexican Dance Ballet Folklórico Rosas del Valle presents traditional folkloric dances from México. These include dances from Jalisco, Sinaloa, Chiapas & Veracruz... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 1:00 pm |
Grow Your Own Food With Cottonwood Farms Learn to grow your own food from a balcony to the backyard! Los Angeles is an amazing climate that allows us to grow everything from tropical fruits like bananas... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 22, 2023 2:00 pm |
An Afternoon of Painting With Viridian Art Join the co-founder of Viridian Art Academy for a painting afternoon that's fit for everyone! Participants will learn social-emotional art techniques... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sun, Jul 23, 2023 1:30 pm |
Drums and Play This unique multi-dimensional drumming experience weaves Language Arts, Math, and Science, helping children fine-tune social and emotional skill building. It helps develop an awareness of others, focus and... |
Robertson Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 10:30 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... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Preschool Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and fingerplays! |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 10:30 am |
Read With STAR Volunteer Ana / Lee con Ana, la lectora voluntaria STAR Children are invited to this bilingual Spanish/English storytime, to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Ana. Take... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 10:30 am |
Storytime With the LA Dodgers Join us for a special event with the Los Angeles Dodgers! We will have a Dodgers alumni player visit our library to share some fun activities such as book read-alouds, trivia questions,... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 11:00 am to 11:45 am |
Preschool Painters Join us for a fun (and messy) morning practicing fine motor skills and self-expression. For budding artists ages 2-5. Materials are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Play clothes are... |
Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 1:00 pm |
Science With Ethan Join us for hands-on science experiments with Ethan. Learn about chemicals, motion/forces, dissection, and light/energy. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 2:00 pm |
Arts and Crafts With Artsy Kidss Discover how painting can turn into a form of self-care. Led by Artsy Kidss, participants will learn how to express their view of their Los Angeles community through... |
Ascot Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Cartoon Club Join us for cartoons and popcorn in the community room! |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Film English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 2:30 pm to 3:30 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.... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 3:00 pm |
Make Your Own Ice Cream Learn the science behind making your own ice cream in a bag. Then try it yourself. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read to a Dog Come to the library to practice your reading skills with Cary Grant, our newest "read to the dog" dog. He also likes to visit with children. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
"My L.A." Tiny Painting Parties, Canvas Giveaway, and Gallery The Tiny Canvas Paintings are back for the Summer of 2023! This time, all ages can paint at either of our two... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kindness Rocks Spread kindness and positivity by painting rocks with inspirational messages to leave around the neighborhood! Suggested for children of all ages and their families. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 24, 2023 4:00 pm |
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... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |