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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Docent-led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art,... |
Central Library | Adults |
Tours English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm |
Mindful Meditation Thursdays Unwind, recharge, and reset with leaders from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. |
Central Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
HIV Screening The Black AIDS Institute will be on hand to provide free HIV tests to anyone 13 years of age and older. |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 1:00 pm |
Q.Me Free Legal Clinic Speak virtually with an attorney about tickets/warrants, landlord/tenant issues, family law, employment, housing, and more. Q.Me, a non-profit that connects crowdsourced volunteer providers with... |
Online Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library |
Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Community Resources & Services English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Adult Coloring Explore your creative side. Join us for a relaxing weekly session filled with friends and fun. All materials are provided free. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 2:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Jasmine 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 applications... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 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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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 2:00 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 library. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 2:20 pm |
Writing Class With Robert This class will teach the basics of writing, from structuring a sentence to writing a paragraph. You will also practice writing for everyday use, such as writing emails and letters. The class... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:00 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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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Susan Need help improving your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Come to the Studio City Branch Library for a walk-in tutoring session every Thursday afternoon from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.Adults... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:00 pm |
Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy Experience marine life up-close and personal with live tidepool animals and specimens. Learn about the amazing life of the sea star and how it survives in the ocean.... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Urban Line Dancing Soul or urban line dances such as the wobble, cupid shuffle, cha cha slide, zydeco slide, biker's shuffle, or booty call are similar to country line dances except they use soul, funk, r&b, gospel... |
John Muir Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Dog Parade Calling all friendly Wilshire dogs! Join us for a dog parade through and around the library. If you don't have a dog that's okay too! Please come view the parade and help us vote on the best dogs in show.The parade... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Games English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
BARK Doggies and a Craft BARK is an all-volunteer program that encourages children to increase their reading skills and self-confidence by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs. Bring your children and have them... |
Platt Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
LEGO® Bricks at the Library Come build with us at the Library. Each month, we will have a suggested building theme. Your LEGO® bricks creation may be chosen to be displayed at the library. Recommended for ages four... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Computer Classes Patrons will learn how to:Use and borrow LAPL’s e-media.Set up an email account.Operate tablet, or phone.Learn basic computer skills |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:00 pm |
Public Speaking Workshop for Adults Do you want to gain confidence when speaking and sharing your work or speaking in front of audiences? Join us for a free two-part workshop! A gift will be provided for your... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Social Knitting and Crocheting Club Bring your latest project, exchange ideas, and learn new stitches from your fellow knitters and crocheters. |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Game Day! It is the end of the Summer Reading Challenge! Join us for game day at the library where we will offer a variety of board games and a ping pong table to have fun! Refreshments will be provided. |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Weekly Kids Arts & Crafts Drop-In Join us for arts, crafts, and stories. Be on the lookout for the crafts cart and supplies in the Children's Reading Room. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
End of The Summer Reading Party Come celebrate another fun year of Summer Reading!Enjoy:MusicYummy treatsBoard gamesEveryone is welcome. |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Games English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Bark! Join us for an afternoon of reading practice for children reading at all levels. Bark Reading Therapy dogs are fun, calm, and good listeners. Take home a bookmark featuring a fluffy reading buddy. Reluctant readers are welcome! |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Do you need to quickly boost your writing, reading, and communication skills? If the answer is yes, you are not alone. The Adult Literacy Program provides free tutoring in a variety of subjects and... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Beach-in-a-Bottle Design a beach scene with sand and assorted mini-figures, including a wooden person and beach ball you can hand-paint. All materials will be provided.This program is for teens ages 11 and older. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Ancient Homelands: Native Music From North, Central and South America Embark on a vibrant journey through the musical tapestry of Indigenous cultures across the Americas with... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
History & Genealogy, Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm |
It's Time to Chill @ the Library: Ice Cream Science Pair-up with a partner to make a science experiment that is cold but delicious. You heard right, we are making ice-cream from scratch at the... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Let's Get in a Pickle Together! Let's Get in a Pickle Together! is a family-friendly, hands-on pickling workshop that introduces folks to basic concepts in fermentation and vinegar pickling for the home... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Cupcake Dreams Decorate (and eat!) your dream cupcake at the finale to our Summer Reading Challenge! |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Cesar Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Cesar. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm |
Story-Craft Time Hear a story and make something of it!Suggested for ages 3 years and older. |
Palisades Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Musical Storytime With DJ Lance Rock Come join us for a fun-filled musical storytime event with the one and only DJ Lance Rock! Get ready to dance, sing and groove to some awesome tunes while enjoying some... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Escape Room: The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde The esteemed Dr. Jekyll has invited you to attend a dinner party at his home. But, there is something mysterious afoot. Check out this teen crafted escape room with live... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Outdoor Games Join us for the last Teen Summer with the Library event for 2024! We'll be outside in the park playing all sorts of games and enjoying a cool treat. Bring your finished game boards to be entered in the final... |
Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Preschool Storytime Storytime helps build early literacy skills. We encourage a fun learning environment with stories, songs, and movement. |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Valley Street Smarts People ages 11 - 24 are invited to join the Tarzana Treatment Center and learn how to live a joyful, drug-free life. Snacks will be provided. |
Northridge Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm |
Lucha Libre Masks Workshop | Taller de Máscaras de Lucha Libre Create your customized mask with tempura paint (indoors) while learning a bit about the mask culture within... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English, Español |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Henna Art With Manjushree Nomulwar Join us and Henna artist Khushboo Manchanda to learn about the significance of Henna across cultures, the process of making Henna paste and its application, and leave with... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:15 pm |
DIY Tetris Pins Play the iconic block game—without the screen! When you make your own 3-D Tetris pins, you can always play (or wear) your favorite line of blocks.This program is for ages 11-18. All materials, snacks, and... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:30 pm to 6:30 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... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning, Writing English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 4:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteers Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteers, Phyllis and Charity. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Join our English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills.Contact the literacy coordinator for more information: plattliteracy@lapl.org. |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 6:00 pm |
Academia de Emprendimiento La Iniciativa de Movilidad Económica (EMI) es su socio sin costo para iniciar y hacer crecer la empresa de sus sueños. Empoderamos a los propietarios de pequeñas empresas, empresarios y... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances Español |
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Thu, Aug 08, 2024 6:00 pm |
Cursive Handwriting for Adults Do you want to learn how to write in cursive letters and refine your writing style? Increase learning through better brain function, improve your fine motor skills, and impress... |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Aug 09, 2024 8:00 am to 2:00 pm |
UCLA Mobile Eye Clinic Get free eye exams and glasses at the Library. Join us for the UCLA Mobile Eye Clinic.Services include:Vision ScreeningOphthalmic ExaminationsRefraction TestDiagnosis of Potential or Existing... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Aug 09, 2024 10:00 am to 11:00 am |
Creative Crochet Come make a beginner-friendly crochet project with textile artist Julie in the Koreatown Media Lab. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Fri, Aug 09, 2024 10:00 am to 11:00 am |
Stress Management Workshop A mindfulness stress management workshop is designed to teach participants techniques for reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being through mindfulness practices.This workshop... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Aug 09, 2024 11:00 am |
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, Aug 09, 2024 11:00 am |
Multicultural Literacy With Cyd This class explores works of fiction and non-fiction from various cultures around the world as a way to understand our differences and the world as we see it today. Attend the... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Aug 09, 2024 11:00 am |
Pilates Develop strength, flexibility and balance through the fusion of pilates mat and various styles of movement. All levels welcome. No entry after the first ten minutes. |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |