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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Author Shari Emami, Breaking Free From Pain Holistic health practitioner & award-winning author Shari Emami talks about her journey managing and healing fibromyalgia. Shari is a holistic... |
In Person & Online Cahuenga Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Authors, Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Film Screening: "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret" Join us for a screening of the film Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. 11-year-old Margaret (Abby Ryder Fortson) is uprooted from her... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 3:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Miss Katherine Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Miss Katherine. Earn a free book with every three visits. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Storytelling and Reading With STAR Volunteer Sergio Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our extraordinary STAR Volunteer Sergio.Sergio speaks English and... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Wed, Jul 31, 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 |
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Wed, Jul 31, 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 |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Candy Jewelry Workshop With Seville Michelle Students will use candy to learn the basics of jewelry making and they will create candy accessories with the instruction of jewelry designer Seville... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 4:00 pm |
Vietnamese Spring Roll Making Class Vietnamese spring rolls are filled with fresh crunchy vegetables, herbs, rice noodles and wrapped in rice paper with tangy-sweet dipping sauce. They are perfect... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 4:00 pm |
Musical Storytime With DJ Lance Rock Join us for a musical storytime with DJ Lance Rock. A day of reading, dancing, and imagination. It's going to be awesome! |
Malabar Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 4:00 pm |
Canvas Painting With Artsy Kids Join us for an afternoon of painting with Artsy Kids. Using the Summer Reading Challenge theme of "L.A. Dreaming" as inspiration, participants will create their own work of art to... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 4:00 pm |
Building Blocks They're back by popular demand! Join us each week to free build with our building blocks in our children's area. Children ages 3 and up alongside their caregivers are welcomed to join! |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Children's Storytime Join us for stories, songs and movement activities! We will have a craft activity following each session and stay to play with our toys. Geared towards children ages 2-5 years old, but all ages... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 4:00 pm |
Dungeons & Dragons Any adventurers interested in playing D&D with us, join us at the library! All ages and skill levels are welcome. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 4:00 pm |
Easy Painted Rocks Come learn how to paint rocks to decorate your garden, give as gifts, or just place anywhere to brighten your day! All supplies provided. |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Joke Fest Bring some jokes to share or learn about writing jokes! Let's have an hour of laughter. For children of all ages. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids |
Games English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Bricks & Beyond It's an hour of free play to create and experiment! There will be LEGO bricks and other types of building toys, wooden train tracks, and brain-teaser puzzles. Children of all ages are welcome. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Looking at Art: The Book - Create Your Own Zine at Teen Council It's Teen'Scape's turn to celebrate Looking at Art: The Book with a fun program to make our own Zines to add to Teen'Scape's... |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 31, 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 |
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Wed, Jul 31, 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 |
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Wed, Jul 31, 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 |
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Wed, Jul 31, 2024 6:00 pm |
Mystery Book Discussion Mystery book discussion is back and online. Join us for an engaging conversation about these books.March 27, 2024: Glory Be by Danielle ArceneauxApril 24, 2024: The Thursday Murder Club by... |
Online Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 2024 10:30 am |
Yoga & Tai Chi Join us for a free 90-minute yoga and tai chi program with Susan Selan of Body & Brain. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 2024 11:00 am |
Storytelling Class With Megha Stories inspire! Stories teach! Stories make us laugh! Research shows that listening to and telling stories helps us understand and remember information better. Participants... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 2024 12:30 pm |
Russian for Beginners Russian for Beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Russian |
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Thu, Aug 01, 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 01, 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 01, 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, Aug 01, 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 01, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Storytime With Bailey and the LA Kings Ice Crew Join Bailey and the LA Kings Ice Crew for a special reading of B is for Bailey. Lots of fun for kids of all ages and their families. Meet Bailey... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 2024 1:30 pm |
Stress Busters For Teens:
DIY Mini Zen Gardens Join Wendy for a creative and relaxing session where teens will learn to find balance through the art of making tabletop Zen gardens. During... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 2024 1:30 pm |
Film Discussion: Anatomy of a Fall Join us on Zoom to discuss the 2023 award-winning film Anatomy of a Fall.Sandra, her husband Samuel, and their son Daniel live a secluded life in a remote town in the French... |
Online Los Feliz Branch Library |
Adults |
Film English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 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 01, 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 01, 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 01, 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 01, 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 01, 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, Aug 01, 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 01, 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 01, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
The Library Bandit Puppet Show With Hey Hey Entertainment Davy is excited to check out his favorite books from the library when suddenly they are stolen by the bumbling Library Bandit! Davy's... |
Platt Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Sewing Machines Design and construct your own clothes. Mend and repair articles of clothing. Craft puppets or custom throws! First come, first serve. Some assistance will be available. |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 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 01, 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 01, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Film Screening: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Join us to watch the film Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. This film is rated PG-13. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Treasure Hunt Join us in the community room for a treasure hunt. Follow the clues to find the treasure and take home a prize! Recommended for ages 3-10. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Games English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 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 01, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Friendship Bracelets We will have kits available for you to create your own bracelets. |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 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 01, 2024 3:30 pm |
Family Movie Day: "Encanto" Please join us for a free movie screening of Encanto. Popcorn will be served! |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Thu, Aug 01, 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 |