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Thu, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Stage Combat With the Game On Stunt Team Join us in the Children's Area for an exciting performance from Michael John and his Game On Stunt Team. The Game On Stunt Team presents a brief history of the weaponry... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
History & Genealogy, Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Body Art Workshops While creating designs on participants, Katy will briefly explain henna's use and history, including how to mix paste and how to draw with the paste. For face painting or glitter tattoos, Katy will... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Introduction to Google Docs Join us for our Introduction To Google Docs workshop! Learn how to create, edit and share documents in Google Drive.Topics covered include:How to create and edit a documentHow to save... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
One Book, One County Book Club Join us for a lively discussion of L.A. Weather by María Amparo Escandón. Free copy of the book... |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Chinese Calligraphy | Caligrafía China Chinese Calligraphy is a traditional art of Chinese writing for more than 5000 years. Learn how to write in a different language and about the Chinese culture in a... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Language Learning, Writing English, Español |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Intro to Virtual Reality Experience content using VR goggles. Learn how to create virtual reality (VR) experiences with a 360-degree camera and find out about the resources you can use to edit photographs and video... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Nature Journals and Decoupage Join us for the second of two summertime children's craft programs. As part of the Summer Reading Challenge, participants can decoupage their own nature journal. Additionally, like... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Vegan Sushi Workshop Learn to create nutritious and delicious sushi with Dr. Acooba Scott. She has been creating healthy recipes for her entire family and sharing it with the library community too!This program was... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Mixed Media Mobiles Exploring the use of organic and geometric shapes, color, and movement, participants will use a range of mixed media materials to design and assembe their own 3-dimensional mobile with collage... |
Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Cupcake Decorating Join us for cupcake decorating with various sprinkles and frosting choices. All supplies will be provided. |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Painting Party for Kids Get ready for a fun-filled day of creativity and color. This event is perfect for kids who love art and want to express themselves through painting. All materials will be provided, so just... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Henna Art With Khushboo Manchanda Learn about the significance of Henna, how to make Henna and get your own Henna tattoos! Participants will learn about the significance of Henna across cultures, the process... |
Studio City Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Micah the Magician and the Magical Library Join us for a highly interactive magic show where the audience is the star, with focus on all the magical resources the library has to offer.This program was made possible with the... |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fairy Garden Dreams Craft the tiny scene of your dreams!This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Candy Lab Candy + jewelry = delicious fun! Learn the basics of jewelry-making using candy. |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Packing Material Art Using packing materials, make a picture of an animal, a person, a plant, a vehicle or an imaginary creature.Ages 5-12 |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fun Face Painting for Everyone Celebrate summer by getting you face painted by Marquita Jordan. Fun for all ages. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm |
Family Arts & Crafts Please join us to create colorful fish using recycled egg cartons. All ages welcome. |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Reading to the Rescue Do you like dogs? Do you like books? Kids are invited to practice reading aloud (or listening to a story) with a gentle therapy dog from Reading to the Rescue. |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Baby Play An hour of free play, exploration, and socializing, for young children and their caregivers, with toys, books, and music!Recommended for ages 0-2. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 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, Jul 18, 2024 6:00 pm |
West LA Online Book Club The West LA Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month. We alternate between fiction and nonfiction.July 18 - Dear Committee Members by Julie SchumacherAugust 22 - NO MEETINGSeptember 19... |
Online West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 2024 6:00 pm |
Comic Book & Graphic Novel Discussion Group Join us each month for a comic book... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jul 18, 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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Fri, Jul 19, 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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Fri, Jul 19, 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, Jul 19, 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 |
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Fri, Jul 19, 2024 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Bet Tzedek: Free Legal Services Bet Tzedek is a nonprofit law firm that offers free legal services, outreach education, and policy advocacy for individuals and families in Los Angeles. Come meet a... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Fri, Jul 19, 2024 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Support Group Come process and discuss various topics with the help of a mental health clinician. Each week will be different, based on the needs of the participants. Drop in whenever you feel like you need some support.The... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Jul 19, 2024 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
Have Fun and Get Help Learning and Playing Bridge We are hosting another bridge game on the first and third Fridays of the month. All are welcome. This is for everyone who just wants to have... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Fri, Jul 19, 2024 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Cardboard Society: Board Games Meet with friends and family to play backgammon, Ticket to Ride, Codenames, Monopoly, Catan Junior, Scrabble and more! All ages welcome. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Games English |
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Fri, Jul 19, 2024 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
LA Law Library Legal Reference Assistance LA Law Library in-person legal reference assistance is back at Van Nuys Public Library.Speak with an LA Law Library staff member to learn about researching... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Fri, Jul 19, 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 |
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Fri, Jul 19, 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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Fri, Jul 19, 2024 2:00 pm |
Family Movies Cool off from the heat and enjoy a screening of a family-friendly film. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Film English |
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Fri, Jul 19, 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 |
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Fri, Jul 19, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Dreaming in Poetry This will be a fun, 6-week program to write poetry. Improve your English reading, writing, and presentation skills too! At the end of the program, we will present your poem(s) to an audience. Everyone is... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Poetry English |
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Fri, Jul 19, 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 |
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Fri, Jul 19, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:15 pm |
Chess Club If you like to play chess, want to learn how to play, or improve your game, join us for Chess Club on the first and third Fridays of the month. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Chess sets will be provided. |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Fri, Jul 19, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Photoshop Basics: Layers Explore the basics of Adobe Photoshop's Layers tool using Green Screen and collages. Completed projects will be printed to be picked up later. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 20, 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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Sat, Jul 20, 2024 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 |