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Thu, Apr 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, Apr 25, 2024 4:00 pm |
Nature Literacy
With Nature Nexus Institute Join us for another adventure with Expedition L.A., a free program series bringing you closer to the beautiful nature and State Parks of Los... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Apr 25, 2024 4:00 pm |
Family Literacy Program: Wake, Sleepy One Join us for another adventure with Expedition L.A., a free program series bringing you closer to the beautiful nature and State Parks of Los Angeles.... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Apr 25, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
African Dance Rhythms Dance with Teresa Smith as she explores the many cultural differences in musical movement and style of African Dance.Everyone will participate because in African dance, spectators are part of... |
Palisades Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Apr 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, Apr 25, 2024 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutor Would you like to improve your 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.... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Apr 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, Apr 25, 2024 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Intro to Embroidery: Upcycling for Earth Month In celebration of Earth Month and LAPL's own Neighborhood Science sustainability initiatives, we are proud to host Nova Arts for a beginner embroidery... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Apr 25, 2024 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes//Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process.... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English, Español |
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Thu, Apr 25, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Sci-fi Short Story Club: "We Who Are About To..." With Jonathan Lethem Explore Joanna Russ' subversive 1976 novella We Who Are About To... with sci-fi lovers from... |
Online Mark Twain Branch Library |
Adults |
Authors, Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Apr 25, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Cover to Cover Book Club Join us for a discussion of the monthly book selection:January 25: The Art Thief by Michael FinkelFebruary 22: Ordinary Grace by William Kent KruegerMarch 28: The... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Apr 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 |
Teens, Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Apr 25, 2024 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
UCLA Gluck Trombone Quartet Join us as for an fun, educational and entertaining hour of music as the UCLA Gluck Trombone Quartet brings their music to the branch. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Apr 25, 2024 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
ALOUD on Ideas | AI in the Spotlight: Revolutionizing Creativity and Industry in the Arts From generating new forms of artistic expression to transforming industry... |
In Person & Online Central Library |
Teens, Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Fri, Apr 26, 2024 10:00 am to 11:00 am |
Instructor-led Mindful Meditation Join us for a free monthly meditation session on the fourth Friday of the month.Please note the October session will take place on Friday, October 18. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Apr 26, 2024 10:30 am |
Friday Seated Exercises Join us for seated exercises. Learn new exercises, keep healthy, and meet new friends within the safety of the library. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Fri, Apr 26, 2024 11:30 am to 1:30 pm |
Walk-in-Tutor Would you like to improve your 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. Services are free. No appointments... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Apr 26, 2024 11:30 am to 1:30 pm |
Chinese for Beginners Are you ready to embark on a journey of language discovery? Then sign up to join us on our next exciting session designed for beginners in Mandarin Chinese! Unlock the beauty of Chinese language... |
Online Central Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Language Learning English, Chinese |
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Fri, Apr 26, 2024 11:55 am to 5:30 pm |
Free Milkweed Giveaway Did you know that migratory monarch butterfly populations are threatened by habitat destruction and climate change? You can help support monarch butterflies by planting Asclepias fascicularis (... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Fri, Apr 26, 2024 12:00 pm |
Gift Wrapping Drop by our Gift Wrap Station, where you can personalize your presents for loved ones. Bring in your small gifts and enjoy wrapping them with a variety of papers, bows, and labels (while supplies last). |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Fri, Apr 26, 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, Apr 26, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Libby E-media Class Join us to learn how to download and read electronic books or listen to audiobooks on the Libby App. This is a free resource with your library card! Bring your own smartphone, Kindle, iPad, etc., for a... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Fri, Apr 26, 2024 4:00 pm |
Cybernauts: LAPL E-Media Resources Join our Cybernaut to learn all the ways you can gain free access to digital books, music, movies, courses and more through the library's e-media resources! Bring... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 9:30 am to 3:30 pm |
Book Sale Come look for some great bargains on used books and support the Friends of the Granada Hills Branch Library. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 9:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Friends of the Studio City Library Book Sale The Friends of the Studio City Library will be selling gently used books, CDs, and DVDs. All proceeds will benefit programming and collection development... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 9:30 am to 3:00 pm |
Friends of the Eagle Rock Branch Library Book Sale The Friends of the Eagle Rock Branch Library is hosting a used book sale. This is a great opportunity to stock your shelves, pick up engaging... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 9:30 am to 3:30 pm |
Friends of the Granada Hills Library Book Sale Support the library by purchasing books/media donations that are in excellent condition and sold at bargain prices (a real win win). |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 10:00 am |
Pronunciation Class With Adrienne During these weekly sessions, participants will practice commonly used words and expressions that will help with informal and practical English for work, school, home or... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 10:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Project Lux: Medi-Cal Insurance Enrollment Fair Having problems enrolling for Medi-Cal? Volunteers from Project Lux are here to help. To enroll during our fair, make sure to bring with you... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 10:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes/Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process.... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English, Español |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 10:00 am to 11:00 am |
Zumba With Lula Join us for Zumba with Lula, fun dancing and exercise! |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 10:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Financial Literacy Day Don’t miss this opportunity for a free, private consultation with a Certified Financial Planner™ on a variety of personal financial issues, including debt management, retirement planning,... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
Friends of Venice Library Book Sale Support your local library! Find treasures for yourself and others at our used book sale. Proceeds go towards programs, supplies and new materials. Members have early... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Saturday Morning Yoga Join us for yoga taught by Vimmi, a volunteer certified yoga instructor. Please bring your own yoga mat.Classes are subject to change or cancellation without notice. We recommend that you... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 11:00 am to 1:00 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... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning, Writing English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 11:00 am |
LA Made Presents: Chinese Calligraphy With Emmy Lam Chinese calligraphy has been a traditional art of Chinese writing for more than 5000 years. It is especially significant and important during numerous... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Language Learning English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence! This English conversation class is perfect for beginner and intermediate levels. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 11:30 am |
Pronunciation and Communication Class (Intermediate Level) With Linda and Lea Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and communication skills? This class is for you! Learners will... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 11:30 am |
Cyanotype Printing Create your own cyanotype print! Film will be provided. Please bring any flat and/or small objects you would like to capture such as leaves, feathers, flowers, trinkets and stencils. A limited number of... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Knitting Club Join our Knitting and crochet club. All levels are welcome, including beginners. Please bring your own supplies. |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 1:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Dining in Zero Gravity Food in space is more than sustenance—astronauts crave the flavors of the planet they left behind. This lecture is about how the human longing for familiar foods... |
In Person & Online West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Lectures, STEM English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Pianist Vijay Venkatesh Live in Concert "Venkaktesh has an extremely rare combination of effortless technical command and authority with a sense of poetry and refinement…he’s a spectacular pianist... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 2:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Pickling With Jess A family-friendly hands-on pickling workshop that introduces folks to basic concepts in fermentation and vinegar pickling for the home kitchen. LA-based Chinese American... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
"Air" Free Movie Showing Follows the history of sports marketing executive Sonny Vaccaro, and how he led Nike in its pursuit of the greatest athlete in the history of basketball, Michael Jordan. Starring:... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 2:00 pm |
Annual Local Author's Forum In celebration of National Library Week, the Friends of the Kaufman Brentwood Branch Library will host the annual Authors Forum, featuring Janet Elizabeth Lynn, Carlene O'Neil, Jeri... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Authors English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Flute Odyssey: A Musical Journey Across Continents and Cultures Join us for this free flute ensemble classical music concert! |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Miriam's Garden Join us in the garden of the Hyde Park Branch or April's installment of "Miriam's Garden.""Miriam's Garden" is a poetry reading series that highlights the work of BIPOC poets in and around South Central... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Authors, Poetry English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 3:00 pm |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Book Club Join us for a lively book discussion. Email ayosco@lapl.org with questions or for participation details. |
In Person & Online Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Keepers of Culture: Poetry Reading Series Join us for a multinational spoken word event that will take place on the fourth Saturday of each month on-site at the Northridge Branch and online via Zoom.... |
In Person & Online Northridge Branch Library |
Adults |
Poetry English |
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Sat, Apr 27, 2024 3:00 pm |
Hemingway in "Ernest" Come and enjoy Arnold’s compelling readings and analysis of Ernest Hemingway’s short stories in a two-part lecture series. Some of the stories highlighted will be "A Clean Well-Lighted Place... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Lectures English |