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Wed, Jul 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Wed, Jul 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 2023 3:00 pm |
Martin Espino's Native Music of North, Central and South America Join us for our special Summer Reading Challenge program every Wednesday at 3 p.m. from June 14 - August 2!... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jul 19, 2023 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
L. A. Kings Storytime With Bailey and the Ice Crew Meet Bailey and the L.A. Kings' Ice Crew during this special read aloud of B is for Bailey! |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jul 19, 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 19, 2023 4:00 pm |
Magic Wayne! Wayne presents an entertaining magic show that combines music, audience interaction, and comedy. Most important is Wayne's message about how libraries fulfilled his need as a kid to read about and learn magic... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jul 19, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Make Your Own Ice Cream Learn how to make your own vanilla ice cream using science! Then we will eat our creations with fun toppings. All ages are welcome. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Wed, Jul 19, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Children's Storytime Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of stories, songs, and crafts! We will have toys out for the little ones to play with throughout the program. All ages are welcome to attend! |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jul 19, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Magic Wayne Wayne presents an entertaining magic show that combines music, audience interaction, and comedy. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jul 19, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Play Giant Connect 4 for Prizes Play Connect 4 like never before—giant sized! |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Wed, Jul 19, 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 19, 2023 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Photo Transfer Craft Transfer a printed photo onto a canvas! Create a displayable photo of your family, friends, or travels. Know before you go:The canvases are 5" x 7"Email your photo to prncho@lapl.org by July 18... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 19, 2023 5:00 pm |
Backgammon The games continue this week. Backgammon is an easy game to master and such fun to play. Halfway between checkers and chess, it's a game of strategy and luck. We welcome players new to the game and players who have... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 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... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Los Angeles Dodgers Storytime Join us for a special event with the Los Angeles Dodgers! We will have an Alumni Dodgers player visit our library to share some fun activities—book read-alouds, trivia questions, movement... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 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 20, 2023 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Arts & Crafts for Kids Make art and give back to the community at the same time! Join us for a unique program and decorate a postcard to send to older Angelenos. Your handwritten note will bring joy to someone. We will... |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Film Screening: "Shazam! Fury of the Gods" (2023) Join us to watch the 2023 film Shazam! Fury of the Gods, starring Zachary Levi. The film is rated PG-13. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Film English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 2:00 pm |
LA Kings Storytime With Bailey and the Ice Crew/ LA Kings Storytime con Bailey y el Equipo de Hielo The LA Kings are coming! Join us for a special reading... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
STEAM'y Summer Science Club for Kids Kids ages 3-11, join us for hands-on STEAM'y science fun all Summer! Plus, surprise guests, prizes, and so much more! Concepts include electricity, robotics, flight,... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 2:00 pm |
Game Night Join us for Game Night as we break out the board games for some family fun! |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Kids |
Games English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 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, Jul 20, 2023 3:00 pm |
Face Painting With Marquita Jordan 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 dressing up... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STEAM Fun: Magnets! Explore how magnets work in this fun science and art program. |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 20, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Buttonmaking Craft Join us as we make buttons! For all ages.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, 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 |