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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 11:00 am |
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Storytime A former social-emotional learning facilitator, Alan Aymie, will present specially selected elementary-school-aged literature, folk tales, and stories with SEL themes,... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Beryl Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Beryl. Take home a book after reading with Beryl three times. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 2:00 pm |
The Wacko Show International magician and headlining clean comedy comic. Wacko is a regular performer at Downtown Disney and The Magic Castle. He has performed for royalty, celebrities, overseas troops, and comedy clubs... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 2:00 pm |
The Unusual Suspects The Unusual Suspects offer a fun, interactive improvisation theater experience. This is part of our Summer Art / Music / Theater Tuesdays. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 2023 2:30 pm |
Vegan Sushi for Tweens and Teens Making sushi is a fun and delicious way to prepare and eat nourishing food. In this workshop, Acooba will demonstrate how easy and affordable it can be to make sushi at home. Includes... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:00 pm |
Discovery Cube Presents: Bubble Bubble Assembly Join us for an interactive bubble show presented by the Discovery Cube Los Angeles, and get ready to be amazed at the science behind bubbles. Explore how bubbles work, what keeps... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:00 pm |
STEM: Ice Melt Challenge The ice melt challenge will explore the states of matter and how water changes from a solid phase to a liquid. This chemistry activity will allow kids to explore different forms of matter in... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Coding Workshop Series for Grades 4-8 Learn about coding and engineering in a 4-week series. Participants who attend all four sessions will get to take home all materials, including a 3Doodler pen, snap... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Summer STEAM Craft Learn something new and have fun at the library with our weekly Summer STEAM Craft! Each week, we will talk about a different topic within science, technology, engineering and math, and then do a craft... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:00 pm |
Outdoor Games Join us for some fun on the patio playing a variety of games. All ages are welcome. |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:00 pm |
Bubble Magic With Bubblemania Bubblemania and Company offer interactive educational and entertaining programs on the science of bubbles for children of all ages. The visual presentation is filled with soap... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Charlotte Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Charlotte. 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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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Crafty Tuesday Kids are invited to join us for an hour of crafting. We will provide the supplies, you bring the creativity! |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Clay Pinch Pot Workshop We invite you to participate in this two-part series where we create a pinch pot out of air-dry clay. This is a beginner-friendly event, and all are welcome. |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Summer Reading Challenge Party With Face Painting It's time to party for our Summer Reading Challenge finale. We'll have face painting (by Marquita Jordan), games, crafts, and more. This... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 3:30 pm |
Face Painting: Sparking Imagination Through Art Join artist Marquita Jordan for this hour-long face painting program. Marquita is an excellent artist and knows that every child loves to dress... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 4:00 pm |
INCA, The Peruvian Ensemble INCA, Music from Peru. INCA offers a wonderful and colorful array of music and dances from Peru and the Andean region. The show includes music and dances from the native Incas (Andean style), from the... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 4:00 pm |
INCA Peruvian Ensemble Music INCA Music offers a wonderful and colorful array of music and dances, from Peru and the Andean region.This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 4:00 pm |
Creative Writing With Author Michal Babaky Michal Babay will tell you about different types of creative writing, including novels, songs, journals/diaries, biography, and writing about a book you have... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Kids |
Writing English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Sword Fighting for Stage and Screen Join us for an afternoon of sword fighting! The Game On Stunt Team will be talking about the history of swords and how swordfights are performed safely for entertainment... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
History & Genealogy, Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 4:00 pm |
Ancient Homelands: Indigenous Music of North, Central, and South America You are invited to join musician and storyteller Martin Espino for an interactive... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 4:00 pm |
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... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 4:00 pm |
Self Portraits Imagine the most gigantic coloring book; and then imagine it looks just like your child! Giant self-portraits are a fantastic way for kids to learn different parts of the body and to try and match colors of... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 25, 2023 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Table Top Carnival Play indoor carnival games for an opportunity to win prizes and get a temporary tattoo or face painting! |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 2023 10:30 am |
Baby & Toddler Storytime Join us for one of two storytime sessions: 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. We will share stories, songs, and movements to build early literacy skills for babies and toddlers. Please note:... |
Studio City Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 2023 10:30 am |
Candy Crafts Have fun with candy-themed arts and crafts. |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 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, Jul 26, 2023 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Bilingual Storytime Come spark your child's love of reading during our 30-minute bilingual storytime through songs, fingerplays and stories! ¡Venga a despertar el amor por la lectura de su hijo durante nuestra... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Wed, Jul 26, 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... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 2023 12:00 pm |
Inca, Music From Perú: Live Music Concert INCA, the Peruvian Ensemble offers a wonderful and colorful array of music and dances from Perú and the Andean region. Enjoy dancers in their traditional dress.... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English, Español |
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Wed, Jul 26, 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, Jul 26, 2023 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Drones4Kids Are you curious about drones and how they work? Join us for a fun, hands-on experience with Drones4Kids as they teach us how to use a remote control to maneuver drones through an obstacle course. |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Computers & Technology, STEM English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 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, Jul 26, 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, Jul 26, 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, Jul 26, 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, Jul 26, 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, Jul 26, 2023 4:00 pm |
Ms. Bits N’ Bobs Visits Storybook Land Ms. Bits N' Bobs lives in the Land Of Imagination, where all the toys and stories are alive and well. Her magical cloak is covered in little toys that one... |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 2023 4:00 pm |
Robot Building and Other Animatronics Bot Builder Paul Thompson will showcase his entertainment robot creations and other animatronics based on popular film and TV characters. As he... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Computers & Technology, STEM English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Storytime With L.A. Kings Hockey Join the L.A. Kings Mascot, Bailey the Lion, and the L.A. Kings Ice Crew for a special reading of B is For Bailey during our Library Summer Challenge! Let's talk ice hockey and... |
John Muir Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 2023 4:00 pm |
Summer Juggling Show Join us for a juggling show by world-class juggler David Cousin. He is the holder of five world records. David will present an energetic juggling show for all ages. This program was... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Mr. Kevin Listen to stories or practice reading with our amazing storytelling and reading volunteer, Mr. Kevin! Earn a free book with every three visits. |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 2023 4:00 pm |
Drone Flying Experience! Have you ever flown a drone? Join Drones4kids for a fun drone flying experience and you will walk away with a new skill and knowledge about the future of drones. This is a hands-on program... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Ladybug Magnets Join us for a fun family craft. Make a cute ladybug magnet out of felt, scrap paper and other craft materials. Supplies are limited. First come, first serve. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 26, 2023 5:00 pm |
Button Making Machine The button making machine returns. Express yourself! Make buttons for yourself, a friend or loved one. Bring images or browse from our magazines. And most importantly, have fun! |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 2023 10:00 am |
Candy Jewelry Making for Children With Seville Michelle This workshop teaches participants the basics of jewelry making using candy. Materials included are an array of recycled material, packaged candy, jewelry... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 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... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 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, Jul 27, 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 |