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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm |
Election Special: The Musings of Harry Truman by Arnold Weiss Former president Harry S. Truman spoke his mind—often. Our historian Arnold Weiss is here to share his refreshing wit and... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
The Ben Band Join us for some delightful family-friendly songs from Ben Urwand that will introduce you to animals native to Ben's Australian homeland. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 4:00 pm |
HAM Radio & CERT Community Volunteer Club Party Join us to celebrate the end of summer with drawings for CERT and HAM radio-themed gifts! A weather radio, tourniquets, and giant *OMY Los... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Cricut Crawly Art Learn the basics of the Cricut computerized cutting machine and use it to make a 3D art project to take home. Both Cricut and cricket facts will be supplied, for free. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Author María Amparo Escandón at Grand Park Help us close out One Book, One County with a special evening at Gloria Molina Grand Park featuring a musical performance from Banda Las Angelinas, resources... |
Offsite | Teens, Adults |
Authors, Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Jul 28, 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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Sun, Jul 28, 2024 2:00 pm |
Researching Colleges and Deciding Where To Go Navigate the college tour experience with confidence in this essential workshop. Learn expert tips for making the most of campus visits, evaluating... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Student Success English |
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Sun, Jul 28, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
The 4th Annual Emerging Faces Panel The African American Film Critics Association and the SAG-AFTRA Foundation will present a special panel discussion with four young actors: Josiah Cross, Keith Powers, Demi... |
Central Library | Adults |
Film, Lectures English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 8:30 am to 12:00 pm |
UCLA Mobile Eye Clinic Join us to get free eye exams and glasses.Services include:Vision ScreeningOphthalmic ExaminationsRefraction TestDiagnosis of Potential or Existing Eye DisordersEye Glasses |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:00 am |
Storytime Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers. |
Panorama City Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:00 am to 8:00 pm |
Take Home Craft for Kids: Time Capsules Celebrate L.A. Dreaming this summer by making a time capsule of your favorite things now, and your biggest dreams for the future! It's a gift for grown up you! |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am |
Toddler Storytime Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their toddlers to storytime with Children's Librarian Jennifer. Children can enjoy stories, songs, and movement while we focus on developing early literacy... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Preschool Storytime Please join us for stories, action rhymes, and songs presented by our children's librarian. This program is for children ages 2 - 5 and their caregivers. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am |
Baby and Toddler Storytime Come spark your child's love of reading through songs, fingerplays and stories!*There will be no storytime 9/30, 10/5, and 10/14 due to library closure. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Super Duper Storytime Storytime is back at Wilshire! Join us for stories, songs and dances. Geared for babies and toddlers, but all children are welcome. |
Wilshire Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Francesca Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Francesca. 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 |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 10:30 am to 3:30 pm |
Vision to Learn Free eye exams will be conducted on site for youths ages 4-18. Appointments are recommended but not required. If perscription glasses are needed, they will also be provided free of charge. There are no income... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Writers Group Calling all writers! Get those creative juices flowing and join our writers group as everyone shares their work and gives feedback.This group mostly meets in person, but email rbrtsn@lapl.org if you'd prefer to... |
In Person & Online Robertson Branch Library |
Adults |
Writing English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 11:00 am to 11:45 am |
Storytime Parents, babies, toddlers and preschoolers join us for 45 minutes of stories, songs, play and more! This storytime is for children ages 0-5, but children of all ages are welcome to attend. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 11:30 am to 12:15 pm |
Magical Katrina's Magic Show Magical Katrina is an award-winning magician who has captivated audiences around the world with her skills for more than a decade. She will mesmerize and entertain us with... |
Westwood Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm |
Read With Rising STAR Volunteers Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with Rising STAR Teen Volunteers. 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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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 1:00 pm |
English as a Second Language Class If English is not your first language, this class is for you. All levels are welcome. |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Kids Silent Reading Club All elementary school readers can bring their own book to read or choose a title from the library. Readers will meet one another, grab a snack and then silently read together in a cozy... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Kids |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm |
Vocabulary Development With Elaine and Karen In this class, adult learners will increase their passive and active vocabulary, including usage and idioms. This class is recommended for intermediate to... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Free Computer Class / Clase gratuita de computación Free Computer Class For Beginners. Join our weekly computer class and learn basic skills using the internet, email and more!Clase... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English, Español |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Thor's Reptile Family Join us for the hands-on, entertaining, and educational show featuring arthropods, amphibians, and reptiles of all sizes! You will be taken on a Safari around the world, learning about... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 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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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm |
Magical Katrina Magic Show Join us for an amazing magic show presented by Magical Katrina!This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles. |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 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.For more information... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm |
Diamond Painting Would you like a sparkling bookmark? Paint using tiny gems and an adhesive surface creating a diamond painted bookmark. All materials will be provided. |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Sandra Children are invited to drop in during her volunteer shift and share the joy of storytelling and reading with Sandra. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR sessions at the Palms-Rancho... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:30 pm |
Read With a STAR: Diana Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer, Diana. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR readers. |
Platt Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
BARK: Read with a Therapy Dog Children can build their confidence and practice their reading skills in this weekly program with certified therapy dogs Vida and Juliette. Early through advanced readers are welcome to... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 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, Jul 29, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutor 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... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Friends of the Library Proudly Presents: Wing Storms Tournament Chess Club's Summer Finale is a Wing Storms Tournament! Sign up for a fun, engaging chess match that uses pawn storms on... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutor 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... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 3:30 pm |
Film Screening: "Conquest" Join us for a screening of the film, Conquest. In this historical drama, the home of Countess Marie Walewska (Greta Garbo) is briefly overrun with Russian Cossacks before fleeing the oncoming... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
English Class For Beginners This class is for beginner learners. You will learn and practice vocabulary, letter sounds, and fluency skills that will help you in speaking, reading, and writing in English. Esta clase... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 4:00 pm |
Pom Pom Pets Create your dream pet or animal with pom poms! |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
ESL Conversation Class Join our wonderful ESL instructor and learn to speak English with confidence! This English conversation class is perfect for any beginner and intermediate levels. Adults will use common words... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 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 library. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Mindfulness Meditation Learn how to meditate by quieting the mind, reducing stress, and conflict management through social and emotional learning.Ajia Munns has been in the mindfulness space for over eight years. A... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Magic With Katrina Magical Katrina has performed her unique blend of playful and whimsical magic in over 18 countries and on the television show Penn and Teller: Fool Us. Join us as she takes her acclaimed act to the library! |
Panorama City Branch Library | Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Cybernaut Workshop: Using Our Online Catalog Join Cybernaut Jorge for a workshop on how to get the most from our online catalog, including how to find the books you want, how to place holds, how... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 5:30 pm |
Watch and Talk With Goldie Americans often speak fast and use confusing expressions and slang. Watching and discussing TV and film is an effective and fun way to improve your comprehension and communication in modern... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Mar Vista Book Club: Books and Communi-Tea We welcome all readers to our book club; no sign up is required.For each month's title, please contact the branch. Copies of the book are available at the... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Jul 30, 2024 10:30 am |
Storytime and Crafts Join our children’s librarian for a fun-filled program where we will read stories, sing songs, dance, and create a simple craft. This event is intended for children ages 0-5 years. |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jul 30, 2024 10:30 am |
STAR Stories With Ms. Lisa Listen to stories read by our STAR volunteer, Ms. Lisa, for babies and toddlers. |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jul 30, 2024 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Baby and Toddler Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and movements that will help build early literacy skills for children ages 0-5. Please note: Storytime will be outside in the park behind the library,... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |