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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library - Group Two Kids and teens aged 9-14 are invited to join us for summer D&D Adventures!These will be incredibly fun adventures in fantasy taking place over three... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Book Discussion Join us for this community-led book discussion of "The Mermaid Chair" by bestselling author Sue Monk Kidd. |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 2024 1:30 pm |
Thursday Afternoon Matinee Arthur the King: An adventure racer adopts a stray dog named Arthur to join him in an epic endurance race. Join us for fun and meet new friends at the library.Water and popcorn provided... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Firefighters at the Library! Our friends from Fire Station 66 will visit with their fire truck and help us learn all about a firefighter's job! |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 2024 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Mindful Coloring Explore your creative side while relaxing with the use of coloring pages. Let your mind relax as you color mandalas, flowers, geometric shapes, various scenes and more! All materials are provided free.... |
John Muir Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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 |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Another Olympic Craft Come make an Olympic craft with us as we celebrate the games! |
Platt Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Ms. Barbara Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Barbara. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Kid's Art Hour Join us for an hour of fun, creativity and sustainability at the library! Make collages using stickers, scrap paper and other recycled materials. Recommended for ages 4 and up. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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 25, 2024 3:00 pm |
We Love L.A. Book Club We Love L.A. Book Club examines books and authors that weave the diversity and rich history of our city into their works.The selection for July is The Day of the Locust by Nathanael West.... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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 25, 2024 3:30 pm |
Art Era: Sculpting Within the Art Era program, we will dive into the fundamentals of art and creativity. In this class, our focus will be mass, space, shape, form, line, texture, color, and movement.This program was made... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Element Jars Create an Element Jars, which shares the sun, moon, earth and sky. Super cool, super fun, and super unique craft. All supplies will be provided. |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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 25, 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 25, 2024 4:00 pm |
DIY Slime Making Join us to learn how to make your own slime. |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 4:00 pm |
Rock Painting! Join us for an afternoon of rock painting! These personalized rocks can be used indoors or outside. Create your own unique design or find inspiration in a book!This program was made possible by the generous... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 4:00 pm |
Button Making Express yourself by designing your own button! |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 4:00 pm |
One Book, One County: Discussion of "L.A. Weather" Explore Los Angeles through the eyes of the Alvarado family, whose lives twist and turn as L.A. weather can... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Bubbles Galore! Join us for a fun-filled day of bubble-making!Bring your friends and family to create bubbles of all shapes and sizes. Let your creativity flow as you experiment with different bubble wands and solutions. This... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tie-Dye Bandanas Express yourself with tie-dye colors and patterns! Tie-dye a provided bandana, or bring your own 100% cotton item. Please arrive on time as supplies are limited and wear old clothes as dyes will stain.... |
Studio City Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 4:00 pm |
Foam Stamps and Printmaking Join as as we create foam stamps and explore the art of printmaking! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 4:00 pm |
Kids Art and Craft Club We will provide the craft and art supplies. You bring your curiosity and imagination. What will you create?This program is intended for children and their families/caregivers. |
Robertson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Anime Your Way With Carlos Nieto Carlos Nieto shows you how to draw your dream anime character!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 25, 2024 4:00 pm |
Crafternoon: Sand-dough Hey kids! Ready for an awesome afternoon? Come and create cool summer treasures with magical sand-dough! |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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 25, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Sphero Indi Cars Learn computational thinking and problem-solving skills through block coding.Presented by Discovery Cube Los Angeles.Ages 6 - 12. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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 25, 2024 4:00 pm |
Soar Like Amelia Earhart Come and learn about Amelia Earhart and create your own airplane to imagine and soar in the sky! |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 4:00 pm |
Art for Teens With Makeala Wright Join us for a multidisciplinary art workshop for teens as we explore creative self-expression through still life drawing, sculpture, self-portraiture, photography, and watercolor... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 4:15 pm |
Teen Lounge Lo-Fi Thursday Join the Fairfax Teen Council for a chill music, tasty snacks, and a chance to unplug and just vibe. We'll listen to vinyl records, have supplies for quick and simple crafts, and... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Creating for Calm and Gratitude Relax with paper crafting, coloring, and temporary art. Make thank you cards and gratitude logs, arrange a variety of materials into temporary mandalas, or simply color.Recommended... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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 25, 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 25, 2024 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Magic and Illusion Show Join us for a fun family event, perfect for teens and their families! This magic and illusion show has lots of audience participation, and explores the 'Secrets on the Shelves' of libraries!... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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 25, 2024 6:00 pm |
Sci-fi Short Story Club: Country of the Blind With Andrew Leland Explore H.G. Wells' classic short stories The County of the Blind and The Remarkable Case of Davidson's Eyes with science... |
Online Mark Twain Branch Library |
Adults |
Authors, Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Memento Plate Making Create a beautiful decorative plate to give to someone special. Instructor Amy Muscoplat shows you easy ways to paint and make the keepsake, which you can take home to bake and set. Everyone... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 2024 6:00 pm |
Gentle Yin and Flow Yoga With Kanica Suy Join Kanica Suy for a gentle vinyasa flow and yin yoga. Bend, breathe, stretch and meditate. Bring your own mat (required) and water, and optional props. All... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 2024 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Cookies & Comics Graphic Novel Book Club Do you love graphic novels? Does your family get tired of having to talk about Watchmen—again? Looking for someone to geek out with you over the new stuff... |
Online Westwood Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |