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Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Tue, May 21, 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
Tue, May 21, 2024
4:00 pm
Book Arts: Bookbinding With Laurel Koss
Explore the magic of making your own book! It’s a centuries’ old tradition, but you will give your 40-page book an upbeat contemporary look with a collaged cover with...
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, May 21, 2024
4:00 pm
Adult Literacy Walk-In Tutor
Would you like to improve your English reading, writing or conversation skills? Adults will work with a tutor for 20-30 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis....
El Sereno Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Tue, May 21, 2024
6:00 pm
Laughter Yoga
Join us in-person for laughter yoga with certified laughter yoga instructor Barbara Molina. Enjoy the health benefits of laughter with this fun and relaxed class for all ages.
Studio City Branch Library Adults Health & Wellness

English
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Wed, May 22, 2024
10:15 am
Storytime
Join Miss Cynthia for stories, fingerplays and songs.
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
10:30 am
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Join us for storytime at 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. We share stories, songs, and movements to build early literacy skills for babies and toddlers. Doors open 15 minutes before each...
Studio City Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
10:30 am
Storytime and Playtime
Join us for storytime every Wednesday morning! We will read stories, sing, dance, and make a craft. Storytime is followed by playtime. This program is for children ages 1- 4 years.
Lake View Terrace Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
10:30 am to 11:00 am
Preschool Storytime
Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays and action rhymes.Please note, there will be no storytime on Sept. 11.
Platt Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
11:00 am to 11:30 am
Preschool Storytime
Stories, songs, movement, and more for children aged 18 months to 5 years and their parents/caregivers. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org...
Central Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
11:00 am
Walk-in Tutoring With Norma
Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist with legal...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
11:00 am
Family Storytime
Children of all ages and their families are invited to join us for stories, music, play and more!
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
11:30 am
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Join us for storytime at 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. We share stories, songs, and movements to build early literacy skills for babies and toddlers. Doors open 15 minutes before each...
Studio City Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
11:30 am
Writing Skills Class (Intermediate Level) With Chun
This class will teach adult learners writing strategies for everyday use, such as writing emails, letters, and messages. The class will also help adults improve...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Weekly Art Circle
Take some time for your creative pursuits with fellow art-makers in this virtual studio hour. Please bring whatever creative project you're working on, or if you need an art prompt, we will be sure to...
Online
Central Library
Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
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
Wed, May 22, 2024
12:30 pm
Armenian for Beginners
Armenian for beginners.
Online
Central Library
Adults Language Learning

English, Armenian
Wed, May 22, 2024
12:30 pm
Yoga for Everyone
Through body awareness, movement, and breath, you will be guided on how to bring your body, mind, and spirit back into balance for overall well-being. All levels are welcome. Generously funded by Friends...
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library Adults Health & Wellness

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
1:00 pm
English Conversation Class (Intermediate Level) With Norma
Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions while working on pronunciation. This class focuses on informal and...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help K-12
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 area includes...
Mark Twain Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English, Español
Wed, May 22, 2024
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Bonnie
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Bonnie. 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
Wed, May 22, 2024
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
Wed, May 22, 2024
3:15 pm
Walk-in Tutoring
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 15-20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. Services are free. No...
John C. Fremont Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
3:30 pm
Read to a Dog
Children can build confidence and practice reading skills in this weekly program with certified therapy dog Grant.
Lake View Terrace Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
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 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
4:00 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...
Chatsworth Branch Library Kids Games, STEM

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
English Conversation Class
Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. The class may...
Lincoln Heights Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
5:00 pm to 6:30 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.
Woodland Hills Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, May 22, 2024
5:45 pm to 7:45 pm
Stand-up Comedy Open Mic Night
Join us for our weekly Stand-up Comedy Open Mic. Bring your best material to try out, or just come to enjoy the show. Sign-up begins at 5:45 p.m. Open Mic starts at 6 p.m. Program...
Mar Vista Branch Library Adults Music & Performances

English
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Thu, May 23, 2024
8:00 am to 4:00 pm
How to Bird StoryWalk at the Audubon Center
Check out our new StoryWalk in partnership with the Audubon Center at Debs Park. Take an accessible self-directed nature walk and get inspired to bird with the...
Offsite Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Thu, May 23, 2024
12:30 pm
Russian for Beginners
Russian for Beginners.
Online
Central Library
Adults Language Learning

English, Russian
Thu, May 23, 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
Thu, May 23, 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
Thu, May 23, 2024
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help K-12
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 area includes...
Mark Twain Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English, Español
Thu, May 23, 2024
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
STAR Stories With Rona
Children are invited to drop in during her volunteer shift and share the joy of storytelling and reading with Rona. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR sessions at the Palms-Rancho Park...
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Thu, May 23, 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
Thu, May 23, 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
Thu, May 23, 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
Thu, May 23, 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
Thu, May 23, 2024
4:00 pm
Sculpture Workshop
Learn how to use Model Magic to create interesting designs and characters.Ages 5-12.
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Thu, May 23, 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
Thu, May 23, 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
Thu, May 23, 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
Friday, May 24, 2024
Fri, May 24, 2024
8:00 am to 4:00 pm
How to Bird StoryWalk at the Audubon Center
Check out our new StoryWalk in partnership with the Audubon Center at Debs Park. Take an accessible self-directed nature walk and get inspired to bird with the...
Offsite Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Fri, May 24, 2024
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
MEND (Meet Each Need With Dignity): Free Community Services
MEND provides free food, clothing, cooling center information, one-on-one case management, and support services to low-income...
Van Nuys Branch Library Adults, Seniors Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness

English
Fri, May 24, 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
Fri, May 24, 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
Fri, May 24, 2024
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Hallie
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR Volunteer Hallie.Take home a free book after reading with Hallie three times.
Granada Hills Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Fri, May 24, 2024
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
STAR Stories With Brauna
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Brauna. 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
Fri, May 24, 2024
3:15 pm
Pronunciation and Idioms With Jill
Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and better understand those unusual expressions called idioms? This class is for you! Adults will practice pronouncing...
Online Adults Adult Literacy

English
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Sat, May 25, 2024
8:00 am to 4:00 pm
How to Bird StoryWalk at the Audubon Center
Check out our new StoryWalk in partnership with the Audubon Center at Debs Park. Take an accessible self-directed nature walk and get inspired to bird with the...
Offsite Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English

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