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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 12:00 pm |
Fun and Relaxation With Watercolors Embark on a captivating artistic journey where creativity meets relaxation. Led by watercolor artist and illustrator, Roxsy Lin, you will discover the essentials... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 12:00 pm |
Feel the Spirit of the Drums Come be a part of the end of Summer Reading Challenge 2024 community drum circle. Roberto "Konga Kid" Gutierrez will demonstrate the basic patterns of drumming and guide participants in... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
BARK! Beach Animals Reading to Kids Sit, stay, and read to Charlie, Tedi, and Vida.BARK (Beach Animals Reading with Kids) is an all-volunteer program that encourages children to increase their reading... |
Northridge Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 1:00 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutoring Walk-in tutors can assist adult patrons with English conversation, reading, writing, studying for the citizenship test, computer/mobile phone questions, job applications, e-mail, and guidance with... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 1:00 pm |
English Conversation Class (Intermediate Level) With Natalie Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical English... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 1:00 pm |
End of Summer Ice Cream Party & Craft Summer Reading Challenge officially winds down on August 10. It's been ten weeks of nothing but fun and reading. Turn in your... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Cinema of Questionable Science: The 70s Edition Join us for "The 70s" Edition of our Cinema of Questionable Science!We will be screening three classic 70s sci-fi films followed by an exploration... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film, Lectures English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 1:15 pm |
Conversations About the News With Stu and Tim This class is best suited for intermediate and advanced learners. Participants read the latest news and discuss U.S. history, along with English idioms... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 2:00 pm |
Family Storytime Enjoy stories, songs, and much, much more! This program is designed for children ages 3-8. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org. |
Central Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 2:00 pm |
Summer Finale: Henna Art Join us for our family Summer with the Library Finale!Artist Manjushree Nomulwar will present a brief history of the art and culture of henna. They will then offer participants temporary... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 2:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Toni Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Toni. 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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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 2:00 pm |
Palisades Library Film Society Join us for six films by or about L.A. Dreamers. These films are curated by our resident film expert, Raymond Parker, who will provide insights into the films and their makers.Here is... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Chinese Dessert Dumplings Workshop Join Chef Jess Wang for a communal Chinese dessert tradition: preparing hand rolled sticky rice dumplings! Learn about the symbolic significance of these delicious... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Full-Tuition Scholarship Opportunities Are you an upcoming high school junior or sophomore looking for a life-changing experience? Posse is a four-year, merit-based leadership and scholarship program for... |
Central Library | Teens |
Student Success English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Second Saturdays: Fabio Zini Grammy-nominated Argentinian guitarist Fabio Zini showcases South American tango music, as well as some of his original compositions. As part of the program, he will be... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Strange Interlude Come be dazzled by the musical performance of the extraordinary duo Strange Interlude with Lily Press on harp and Simon Linn-Gerstein on cello.This program was made possible with the generous support of... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Anime Your Way Join animation artist Carlos Nieto as he teaches you how to create and modify an anime character from scratch (no matter what your drawing level). All materials will be provided.Carlos is a former layout... |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 10, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Upcycling: DIY Notepads Make a simple DIY notepad, for school, making lists, and more, using upcycled materials. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sun, Aug 11, 2024 2:00 pm |
Creators in Residence Showcase Come meet Shing Yin Khor and Andy Crocker, the Los Angeles Public Library's 2024 Creators in Residence! Shing's Creators in Residence project resulted in four unique maps and one... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Lectures English |
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Sun, Aug 11, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Shakespeare in a Different Light Join us as we use Shakespeare's quotes, monologues, sonnets, swordplay, and even a bit of music to explore his exciting contributions to drama, writing, language, and his... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Lectures, Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 8:30 am |
UCLA Eye Clinic Get free eye exams and glasses at the Library. Join us for the UCLA Mobile Eye Clinic. Services include vision screening, ophthalmic examinations, refraction tests, diagnosis of potential or existing eye... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 10:00 am to 8:00 pm |
Kids' Take Home Craft: My Summer Zines! Tell the story of your summer vacation with a zine! Pick up a take-home packet from the Hyde Park Branch and draw, write, cut, and paste with art from our zine packet or your own... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Writing English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Preschool Storytime Please join us for stories, action rhymes, and songs presented by our children's librarian. This program is for children ages 2 - 5 and their caregivers. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 10:30 am |
Baby and Toddler Storytime Come spark your child's love of reading through songs, fingerplays and stories!*There will be no storytime 9/30, 10/5, and 10/14 due to library closure. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Super Duper Storytime Storytime is back at Wilshire! Join us for stories, songs and dances. Geared for babies and toddlers, but all children are welcome. |
Wilshire Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 10:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Francesca Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Francesca. Take home a free book after reading with a STAR volunteer three times. |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 10:30 am to 3:30 pm |
Vision to Learn Free eye exams will be conducted on site for youths ages 4-18. Appointments are recommended but not required. If perscription glasses are needed, they will also be provided free of charge. There are no income... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 10:30 am |
Yoga & Tai Chi Join us for a free 90-minute yoga and tai chi program with Susan Selan of Body & Brain. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 10:30 am |
Baby and Toddler Storytime Welcome to Baby and Toddler Storytime with Miss Luz!Together we will develop our literacy skills by listening to stories, songs and play. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Writers Group Calling all writers! Get those creative juices flowing and join our writers group as everyone shares their work and gives feedback.This group mostly meets in person, but email rbrtsn@lapl.org if you'd prefer to... |
In Person & Online Robertson Branch Library |
Adults |
Writing English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 11:00 am to 11:45 am |
Storytime Parents, babies, toddlers and preschoolers join us for 45 minutes of stories, songs, play and more! This storytime is for children ages 0-5, but children of all ages are welcome to attend. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Miss Gwyn Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Miss Gwyn. Visit four times and take home a free book. |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 11:00 am |
Virtual Toddler Storytime Join us for an interactive, music-filled, early literacy storytime for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. The program is 25 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes, followed by show... |
Online Edendale Branch Library |
Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 1:00 pm |
English as a Second Language Class If English is not your first language, this class is for you. All levels are welcome. |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Senior Writing Group Kathy Katims, founder of Saved by a Story, leads an ongoing writing group for seniors. New members are welcome to all or any sessions. Write to prompts, share (if you would like to), connect with... |
Palisades Branch Library | Seniors |
Writing English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 2:00 pm |
Vocabulary Development With Elaine and Karen In this class, adult learners will increase their passive and active vocabulary, including usage and idioms. This class is recommended for intermediate to... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 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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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Technology Assistance With Edgar Cybernauts are trained computer aides that offer technology assistance, computer support, and mobile device support.Connect with a Cybernaut to:Learn how to use and borrow LAPL’s... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome.For more information... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 2:30 pm |
Read With a STAR: Diana Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer, Diana. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR readers. |
Platt Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
BARK: Read with a Therapy Dog Children can build their confidence and practice their reading skills in this weekly program with certified therapy dogs Vida and Juliette. Early through advanced readers are welcome to... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 3:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Kathy Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Kathy. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutor Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation/reading/writing, job or school resumes and... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutor Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation/reading/writing, job or school resumes and... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 3:30 pm |
Film Screening: Steel Helmet In the early days of the Korean War, gruff U.S. Sgt. Zack (Gene Evans) is retreating to safety after an enemy attack wipes out his unit. Rescued and guided through the jungle by a friendly Korean... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
English Class For Beginners This class is for beginner learners. You will learn and practice vocabulary, letter sounds, and fluency skills that will help you in speaking, reading, and writing in English. Esta clase... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
ESL Conversation Class Join our wonderful ESL instructor and learn to speak English with confidence! This English conversation class is perfect for any beginner and intermediate levels. Adults will use common words... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Karen Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Karen. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our library. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Kids Dance Party Let's get moving! Follow along or show us your moves in this high energy dance party for children and caregivers of all ages. |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Aug 12, 2024 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Get quick help in topics like English Conversation, reading and writing, filling out forms, computer and smart phone help, resume building, studying for the citizenship test, and more. This program is on a... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English, Español |