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Thu, Dec 14, 2023 4:00 pm |
Santa Is Coming to the Library! ¡Papá Noel viene a la biblioteca! Families are invited to meet Santa Claus at the library and make a holiday ornament. Familias estan invitadas para... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, Dec 14, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Felt Ornament Making Create a one-of-a-kind ornament that you'll enjoy for many holiday seasons to come. Program support is generously provided by Center Theatre Group Community Programs. |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 14, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Crafternoon: Ornament Decorating Join us for a crafternoon where we decorate ceramic ornaments for the holidays. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 14, 2023 4:15 pm to 5:00 pm |
Thursday Storytime Enjoy stories, fingerplays, and songs. For all ages. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Dec 15, 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, Dec 15, 2023 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Judi Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Judi. Take home a free book after reading with Judi three times. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Dec 15, 2023 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Movie Matinees Join us on Fridays in December for all-ages afternoon matinees at 3 p.m. in the Community Room. We will show the following movies: December 8: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)December 15: Muppet... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 9:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Used Book Sale Sales feature hundreds of used books, magazines, and DVDs and are sponsored by the Central Library support groups: Central Library Docents, FOCAL (Friends of Children and Literature), and the Culinary... |
Central Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 9:30 am to 11:30 am |
Read With STAR Volunteer Olga Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Olga. Take home a free book after reading with Olga three times. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 10:00 am |
Read With STAR Volunteer Jen Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Jen. 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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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Book Sale The Friends of the Echo Park Branch Library will host a sale of secondhand books, CDs, DVDs, and comic books for all ages. Do some holiday shopping, or just treat yourself. |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Book Club for Middle Grade Readers Middle grade readers are invited to participate in our fun monthly book discussions.This month we will be reading: The Candymakers by Wendy Mass. |
Online Palisades Branch Library |
Kids |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Book Club for Middle Grade Readers Middle-grade readers are invited to participate in our fun monthly book discussions. This month, we will be readingThe Candymakers by Wendy Mass. |
Online Sun Valley Branch Library |
Kids |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
3D Modeling & Printing for Children Children and their families will learn how 3D printers work and design their projects using Tinkercad, a free web app for 3D design. Completed designs will be printed... |
Central Library | Kids |
Computers & Technology, STEM English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Japanese Storytimes Children, parents, and caregivers, please join us for our fun-filled Japanese storytime with our STAR volunteer readers! Geared for families and children of all ages. |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds Japanese |
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Sat, Dec 16, 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. Recommended for ages eight and up. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Holiday Mandolin and Guitar Concert With Ana and Vlady Join us as local musicians Wladimir Mendoza and Ana Saucedo perform a holiday guitar and mandolin concert for all ages! Wladimir... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 11:00 am to 2:30 pm |
Winter Family Storytime Join us as we celebrate the changing season with a Winter Family Storytime event. Three storytime hours for the whole family are brought to you by community partners in collaboration with the... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors, Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 12:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Michelle Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Michelle. 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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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
LA Made: Viva La Cultura - Ballet Folklórico Viva la Cultura! Experience Art, Music, History, Storytelling... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Movie Screening: Scrooge Ebenezer Scrooge (Albert Finney) is the definition of a miser. He is rich, but completely stingy with his money, and he exploits the good nature of his employee Bob Cratchit (David Collings... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 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, Dec 16, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Greeting Card Craft Create fun greeting cards for whatever holiday or event you like! All supplies will be provided. Intended for ages 3-11. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org. |
Central Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Winter Gingerbread House Join us at the library for some winter fun! We will be making gingerbread houses. All supplies will be provided along with snacks, while supplies last. All ages are welcome. |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Dec 16, 2023 3:30 pm |
Crafty Kids: Ice Skating Create a mini ice rink to celebrate the Winter season! |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 10:00 am to 8:00 pm |
Holiday Take-home Craft: Cardboard Ornaments Visit Hyde Park Branch Library during December and pick up a take-home packet to make your own holiday ornaments. |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 10:30 am |
Read With STAR Volunteer Ana / Lee con Ana, la lectora voluntaria STAR Children are invited to this bilingual Spanish/English storytime, to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Ana. Take... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 11:00 am to 11:45 am |
Storytime Join us for a delightful Storytime! Bring your little ones aged 0-5 for 45 minutes of stories, songs, play, and more. Children of all ages are welcome to attend! |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Brenda Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Ms. Brenda! Read at three different sessions to earn a free book! |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Candy Jewelry Making Workshop Learn the basics of jewelry making using candies. |
El Sereno Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 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, Dec 18, 2023 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Student Zone: Study Area and Homework Help Trained L.A.-based Homework Helpers will assist K-12 students with school assignments and help navigate the library's online student resources. The study... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Create Your Own Holiday Cards Join us for a family program and create your own unique holiday cards. Materials will be provided. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 3:00 pm |
Canvas Painting With Artsy Kidss Start off winter break with an afternoon of canvas painting with Artsy Kidss. Using the winter season as inspiration, create your own work of art to take home. All necessary... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Student Zone: Study Area and Homework Help Trained L.A.-based Homework Helpers will assist K-12 students with school assignments and help navigate the library's online student resources. The study... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 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 branch. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Keva Plank Building Party Use your creativity and engineering skills to build something special with Keva Planks! Suggested for ages 4 and up. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Mon, Dec 18, 2023 4:30 pm |
Musical Beginnings for Young Composers Grammy winner Carl Prothos teaches a basic yet comprehensive music composition class designed specifically for children ages 6 to 18. No previous music experience... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Dec 19, 2023 10:30 am |
Storytime Join us for a storytime every Tuesday morning! We will read stories, sing, dance, and create crafts.This program is for children ages 1-5 years. |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Mrs. Maria Kids, come share a story with our STAR reader, Mrs. Maria! Earn free new books to keep while you practice your reading skills. |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Dec 19, 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Star Reader Bring your kids to read with a Star Volunteer. |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Dec 19, 2023 2:00 pm |
STAR Reader for Kids Join our STAR volunteer Judi Bloom for literacy fun! Children may read to her, or she'll read to you. |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Dec 19, 2023 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Read to a Dog Visit to read to Grant, our lovely friend. Practice your reading, cuddling, combing, or just enjoying the dog's presence. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Dec 19, 2023 2:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Greg Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Greg. Patrons who attend three STAR events at our branch will receive a free book. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 2023 3:00 pm to 3:20 pm |
Storytime With Mr. Ken Children's Librarian Mr. Ken wil read stories in the Children's Area. Storytime starts on time and lasts about 20 minutes. Suitable for children of all ages. |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Dec 19, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Building Block Tuesday We invite you to visit us and have fun with building blocks. What can you make? Anything you can imagine! |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 19, 2023 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Holiday Cookie Decorating Have a jolly good time as we decorate delicious holiday cookies. We will provide all materials needed for you to create your own cookie! For ages 4-12. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |