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Mon, Aug 21, 2023 3:00 pm |
Movie Screening: "Elmer Gantry" When hedonistic but charming con man Elmer Gantry (Burt Lancaster) meets the beautiful Sister Sharon Falconer (Jean Simmons), a roadside revivalist, he feigns piousness to join her act... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Mon, Aug 21, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
English Conversation Class / Clases de conversación en inglés Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar and vocabulary... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 2023 4:00 pm |
Talk to a Banker Come talk to a banker in person! Get your financial questions answered in this informational program. Savings, credit scores, loans, and more will be discussed. |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances English, Español |
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Mon, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 2023 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Class / Clase de ciudadania gratis Please join us for our Free Citizenship class at the Wilmington Branch Library. Learn the civics, government, interview, and language skills needed for the... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English, Español |
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Mon, Aug 21, 2023 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Bilingual Book Club We will meet via Zoom to discuss Martín Felipe Castagnet’s Bodies of Summer. Please email nneata@lapl.org for the ebook and meeting link. All Spanish and English language proficiency levels are... |
Online Pico Union Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English, Español |
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Mon, Aug 21, 2023 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Book Club: Normal People by Sally Rooney "One of the best books of the year."—The New York Times, The New York Times Book Review, O: The Oprah Magazine, Time, NPR, The Washington Post, Vogue... |
Online Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Aug 21, 2023 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Yoga With Michelle Release habitual tension in your body and mind, linking breath and movement as you unwind through the ancient practice of yoga. Create more strength, flexibility, and balance in your body while soothing your... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Aug 21, 2023 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
The Impact of Yiddish Theater in the United States: Part III Join Arnold Weiss to learn about the impact of Yiddish theater in America. This program will cover stories from Mel Mostel, Zero... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Lectures, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Here: Claiming Community Through Poetry and Photography Poetry helps us capture feelings and photography helps us capture visual moments. Join us for a free introductory workshop series... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Poetry English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2023 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
American Red Cross Blood Drive The Studio City Branch Library will be hosting an American Red Cross blood drive in our community room. Please consider donating blood if you are able to. |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm |
Patents, Trademarks, and Your Small Business In this no-cost workshop, the SBA, Bet Tzedek, and the Los Angeles Public Library Patent & Trademark Resource Center will provide an overview of how to... |
Central Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Join us every week and practice your English conversation. All levels are welcome.Please contact the Platt Branch Library's Literacy Coordinator, Annette Dib, for more information: 213... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2023 2:00 pm |
Chess and Checkers in Hollywood Library Welcome to our Chess and Checkers games in the meeting room on the first floor. We will provide chess and checkers sets, but you can bring your own. All ages and... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2023 2:30 pm |
Korean Conversation 1-1 Do you want to learn Korean? Join us and learn the Korean language and culture. This program is presented by the Los Angeles Public Library and the King Sejong Institute Center U.S.A. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Korean |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Handbuilding Ceramics Workshop We invite you to participate in a hands-on workshop, where you will have the opportunity to create a small piece out of potters clay. We will be making pinch pots! The... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2023 4:00 pm |
Korean Conversation 2-2 Join us and learn the Korean language and culture. This program is presented by the Los Angeles Public Library and the King Sejong Institute Center U.S.A. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Korean |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2023 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring: Improve Your Reading and Writing Skills Adults can work with a walk-in tutor for 15-20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is available on a first come, first served basis.... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2023 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Knitting and Crocheting Group The knitting and crocheting group is back! Meet and mingle with local knitters, share your techniques, and learn from others. There is no fee, and anyone who... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2023 6:30 pm |
The Mystery Book Club Join us for a discussion of Death of Mrs. Westway by Ruth Ware. The Mystery Book Club meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm. New Members are always welcome! |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2023 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Yoga for Beginners Yoga for Beginners is facilitated by Analyn R. Participants should bring their own mats and straps, and classes are held in the Hyde Park Branch Library Community Room. |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2023 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Yoga for Beginners With Analyn R. Yoga for Beginners with Analyn R. is a yoga class for novices, but participants with mobility issues and seniors are also welcome. Please don't forget to bring your straps and a mat! |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2023 6:30 pm |
Chocolate Tasting Learn more about the history of dark chocolate and enjoy a tasting experience of bean-to-bar tablets, gianduia (chocolate with hazelnuts) and Modican chocolate, among other chocolatey delights. |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 10:30 am |
Cal Fresh Enrollment Do you qualify for CalFresh? Speak with a representative and enroll today.CalFresh is for people with low income who meet federal income eligibility rules and want to add to their budget to put... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English, Chinese |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Movin' & Groovin' With Karen G. Get to Movin'... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Urban Line Dancing With Wilbert McZeal Come have fun dancing to great "soul" music...and you don't need a partner! Learn easy dances like the electric slide, the wobble, and the cupid shuffle. Wilbert... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Health & Wellness, Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 11:30 am to 1:30 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. Reading assistanceWriting assistancePracticing English conversation... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 11:30 am |
Wednesday Morning Book Club Please join the Wednesday Morning Book Club to discuss We Spread by Iain Reid. New members welcome. |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 12:00 pm |
Washington Irving Adult Book Club Join the Washington Irving Adult Book Club in reading... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
Classics Book Club: Robinson Crusoe Join us for a lively discussion of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe. If you are unable to attend in person, please email grnhls@lapl.org for Zoom access to the... |
In Person & Online Granada Hills Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 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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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutor The tutor can cover topics such as reading and writing, English conversation, studying for the Citizenship test, job interview practice, and help with resumes. No reservations needed, just stop by the... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
It's Sew Cool! Learn how to sew or bring in your own projects! |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 4:00 pm |
Paper Crafts & Collage Design your own collages, greeting cards, and zines. Each week we present different prompts and themes for inspiration. Materials and instructions provided. Come get creative in a calm, cool... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Chess at the Library L.A. Chess Ladder comes to the library for an all-ages chess event! Come to play challenge matches, casual chess, teach, and learn. Chess sets and timers will be provided, but you may bring your own if... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Games English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 4:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Frances Walk-in tutoring is available for adults who need help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation/reading/writing, job or school resumes and applications, studying for... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 5:00 pm |
Climate Cafe & Garden Club Join us for Climate Cafe and Gardening Club! Participants choose current events or news articles for discussion about climate change. Members can choose a monthly gardening project... |
Online Encino - Tarzana Branch Library |
Teens, Adults |
STEM English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Join us every week and practice your English conversation. All levels are welcome.Please contact the Platt Branch Library's Literacy Coordinator, Annette Dib, for more information: 213... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes/ Clases de ciudadania gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Class / Clase de ciudadania gratis Please join us for our Free Citizenship class at the Wilmington Branch Library. Learn the civics, government, interview, and language skills needed for the... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English, Español |
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Wed, Aug 23, 2023 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
E-Media Q&A Want to learn how to get e-books, audiobooks, movies, and the NY Times, WSJ, Washington Post for free? Access Consumer Reports? Would you like to visit the zoo, CA state parks, Grammy, or Natural History Museum... |
Online West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Aug 24, 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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Thu, Aug 24, 2023 11:00 am |
Storytelling Class With Megha Stories inspire! Stories teach! Stories make us laugh! Research shows that listening to and telling stories helps us understand and remember information better. Participants will have... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 24, 2023 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Join us every week and practice your English conversation. All levels are welcome.Please contact the Platt Branch Library's Literacy Coordinator, Annette Dib, for more information: 213... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |