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Thu, Aug 17, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 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... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 17, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Learning Basic Computer Skills In this 4 week, beginners course you will learn how to use the mouse, practice typing, explore the internet, and sign up for an email. We’ll use computers from the library or you... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 17, 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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Thu, Aug 17, 2023 6:00 pm to 7:30 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:... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 17, 2023 6:00 pm |
Gentle Vinyasa Flow and Yin Yoga With Kanica Suy Please join Kanica Suy for a gentle vinyasa flow and yin yoga. Bend, breathe, stretch, and meditate. Bring your own mat (required), water, and... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Aug 17, 2023 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Mindful Meditation Join us every Thursday to learn mindful meditation basics and meditate with our community. |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Aug 18, 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... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Fri, Aug 18, 2023 10:30 am |
Adult Seated Exercises Join us for seated exercises. Learn new exercises, keep healthy, and meet new friends within the safety of the library. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Aug 18, 2023 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Conversation Class With Lisa 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... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Aug 18, 2023 11:30 am |
Adult Seated Exercises Meet new friends and get valuable exercise in the cool and comfortable atmosphere of the library. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Aug 18, 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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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 9:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Clases de ciudadanía gratuitas. La biblioteca ofrece una serie de clases que le ayudarán a prepararse para el exámen de ciudadanía. Las clases son en español y son para las personas... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration Español |
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Sat, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 2023 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Rubik's Cube Class Join one of our amazing teen volunteers to learn how to solve a Rubik's Cube. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring: Improve Your Reading and Writing Skills Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
LGBTQ+ Book Club Join us to discuss the The Kingdom of Sand by Andrew Holleran. To receive the Zoom link, email silver@lapl.org. |
In Person & Online Silver Lake Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
English Conversation Class / Clase de conversación en inglés Join our English conversation class to develop your communication skills! All levels are welcome! ¡Únase a... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Clases de ciudadanía gratis La biblioteca ofrece una serie de clases que le ayudarán a prepararse para el exámen de ciudadanía. Las clases son en español y son para las personas que califican para tomar el... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration Español |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Movie Screening: Frozen II Elsa the Snow Queen has an extraordinary gift—the power to create ice and snow. But no matter how happy she is to be surrounded by the people of Arendelle, Elsa finds herself strangely... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 2:00 pm |
Meditation With Doug Frankel Join Doug Frankel as he discusses the extraordinary effect of meditation to reduce stress-related responses, improve concentration, enhance clarity of thought and mental equilibrium. He... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 2:00 pm |
Let's Play Ping Pong Looking for a place to play table tennis? We have the room, the table and all the equipment. Come and meet new people or bring your friends. |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Adults |
Games, Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Beginners' Drawing Workshop We invite you to participate in our Beginners' Drawing Workshop. All you need is a pencil and the desire to want to learn! Pencil & paper will be provided. |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 2:00 pm |
Adult Painting Class Come spend an afternoon learning how to paint. You will be painting with acrylics on canvas and producing a masterpiece each of you can take home and hang on your wall. The teacher, Martha Meade,... |
Palisades Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Free Movie Showing: Spider-Man: No Way Home With Spider-Man's identity now revealed, Peter asks Doctor Strange for help. When a spell goes wrong, dangerous foes from other worlds start to appear,... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Play Readings With the Alliance of Los Angeles Playwrights The Westwood Branch Library will be hosting a reading for the Alliance of Los Angeles Playwrights. Come hear short plays by local... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances, Writing English |
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Sat, Aug 19, 2023 3:00 pm |
Expressions L.A. Poetry Reading Series and Open Mic Join us in-person or via Zoom for Expressions L.A. Poetry Reading Series, featuring poetry readings and open poetry mic. |
In Person & Online Studio City Branch Library |
Adults |
Poetry, Writing English |
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Sun, Aug 20, 2023 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Friends of the Library Book Sale Gently used books for all ages at great prices. Proceeds go to the Friends of the Robertson Branch Library to support library programming and materials. |
Robertson Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Mon, Aug 21, 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:August 7: The Bridle by Raymond CarverAugust 14: The Eggs of... |
Online West Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Aug 21, 2023 10:00 am to 7:30 pm |
Friends of the Library Book Sale Gently used books for all ages at great prices. Proceeds go to the Friends of the Robertson Branch Library to support library programming and materials. |
Robertson Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Mon, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 2023 10:30 am |
Adult Seated Exercises Make new friends and get exercise in the comfort of your library. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Aug 21, 2023 2:00 pm |
Monday Matinees: 2023 Best Picture Nominees Get out of the midday heat and join us for a matinee! This month we'll be screening 2023 Best Picture nominees:Aug. 7: Elvis (PG-13, 159... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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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 |