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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 |
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Thu, Jul 27, 2023 1:30 pm |
July Monthly Movie: "Encanto" Encanto follows a multigenerational Colombian family, the Madrigals, led by a matriarch whose children and grandchildren—except for Mirabel Madrigal—... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Film English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Tree People Storytime Join us as the Tree People host an environmental education program led by the Traveling Dirt Doctor ! Through an interactive presentation, we'll learn about the importance of healthy soil, hear a... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 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 27, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Talent Show Participate in our Talent Show and show us what you've got! Musical performances, poetry, art, whatever talent you want to showcase: bring it on for prizes and fun. Sign-ups at the Circulation or Reference Desks. |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 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 27, 2023 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm |
LA Kings Storytime With Bailey and the Ice Crew Meet Bailey and the LA Kings Ice Crew during this special read aloud of the B is for Bailey alphabet book! |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 2023 3:00 pm |
Your Author Series: Ashlyn Anstee Join us in welcoming L.A.-based author and illustrator Ashlyn Antsee as she discusses her graphic novel for young readers, Shelby... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Authors English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 2023 3:00 pm |
Your Author Series: Noor Sofi Join local illustrator Noor Sofi as she discusses Brown Is Beautiful, an empowering picture book written by Supriya Kelkar and illustrated by Noor. The story follows a young Indian-... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Lectures English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 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 bubble... |
Platt Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances, STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 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 27, 2023 3:30 pm |
Sherlock Holmes Kids' Club Explore the world of Sherlock Holmes with stories, comics, movies and more! |
Panorama City Branch Library | Kids |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 2023 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm |
The Scent of Eucalyptus Eucalyptus is everywhere in Woodland Hills, and the scent is a pick me up for the spirit and the body. A relaxant for muscles and mind, it is also antimicrobial. We're making sachets to take home! |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 2023 3:30 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 bubble... |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances, STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 2023 3:30 pm |
Painting Workshop 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... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 27, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Crafternoon: Shrinky Dink Creations Create your own artwork, watch it magically shrink in a toaster oven, and then make your own keychain, necklace, or button while learning the science of how molecules change when... |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |