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Thu, Jun 27, 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.Set in the mid-1960s,... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Teen Social Hour Teens are invited to enjoy a safe, inclusive space with activities such as Yu-Gi-Oh!, board games, crafts and snacks. |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English, Español |
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Thu, Jun 27, 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, Jun 27, 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, Jun 27, 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, Jun 27, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
A Musical Storytime With D.J. Lance Rock The great D.J. Lance Rock from Yo Gabba Gabba! presents music, stories and surprises for the whole family! This all ages event is sure to entertain and get you... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 2024 4:00 pm |
Wool Felt Ball Coasters Let's get colorful and create a one-of-a-kind coaster using wool felt balls. You can make it for yourself or offer it as a handmade gift to a loved one.This program was made possible with the... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 2024 4:00 pm |
CrEATive Plate Kids Cooking Class Learn the basics of cooking from our presenters, who will show kids cooking techniques and other skills to get started in the kitchen. At the end of the class,... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens Embark on an adventure to face danger, puzzles, riddles, and more, all in the name of glory and treasure! Join us for a special two session mini campaign of Dungeons and Dragons... |
Studio City Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 2024 4:00 pm |
Tie-Dye Bandanas Join us for our annual tie-dye event! Bandanas will be provided but you are more than welcome to bring your own 100% cotton shirt. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fun With Optical Illusions How do optical illusions work? Kyle Stephens will explain how our eyes and brain process information into the strange images we see. |
Panorama City Branch Library | Adults |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 2024 4:00 pm |
How to Decide Which College to Accept: Free Workshop With Empowerly College Counseling Need help reviewing the college admissions timeline and finding the best fit... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Business, Career & Finances, Student Success English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Alkaline Seltzer Rockets Launch an alkaline seltzer rocket and learn about the physics of the built-up pressure inside the rocket.This outdoor Science-to-Go activity is presented by Discovery Cube Los Angeles for... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 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, Jun 27, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
DIY Marble Magnets Design your own magnets with your favorite characters and images. Decorate your fridge, locker, or other magnet surface with your creations! |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 2024 4:15 pm |
Teen Lounge Lo-Fi Thursday Join the Fairfax Teen Council for 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 journals... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 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, Jun 27, 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, Jun 27, 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, Jun 27, 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, Jun 27, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Sci-fi Short Story Club: "Incident at Bear Creek Lodge" by Tananarive Due Explore two 2023 Locus award nominees with science fiction lovers from across the... |
Online Mark Twain Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jun 27, 2024 6:00 pm |
Substrate - Launch and Panel Discussion Substrate, a LACMA Art + Technology Grant project by artist Nancy Baker Cahill, examines the equitable distributive properties of mycelial networks, and how they... |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Fri, Jun 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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Fri, Jun 28, 2024 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
MEND (Meet Each Need With Dignity): Free Community Services MEND provides free food, clothing, cooling center information, one-on-one case management, and support services to low-income... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Jun 28, 2024 11:00 am |
Read With STAR Volunteer Robin Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Robin. 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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Fri, Jun 28, 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, Jun 28, 2024 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Duplicate Bridge Come join our twice-monthly Duplicate Bridge game. Space is very limited, so if you are not already on the organizer's email list you will have to contact her so you can be notified when you can RSVP for... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Fri, Jun 28, 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, Jun 28, 2024 1:30 pm |
Let's Get in a Pickle Together Join us for a hands-on pickling workshop to be introduced to the basic concepts of fermentation and vinegar pickling. Attendees will gain basic pickling and... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Jun 28, 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, Jun 28, 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, Jun 28, 2024 2:00 pm |
Venice to Venice Poetry Reading Local, award-winning poets read from the new anthology From Venice to Venice: Poets of California and Italy, edited by Mark Lipman and Anne Lombardo. |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Poetry English |
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Fri, Jun 28, 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, Jun 28, 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, Jun 28, 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, Jun 28, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Introduction to Email Workshop Join us for our Introduction to Email workshop! Learn how to create and use an email account, and basic security issues from an LAPL Cybernaut. |
Palisades Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Fri, Jun 28, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
When Yuri Met Malcolm The East West Players Theatre for Youth presents a free reading of the play When Yuri Met Malcolm. This work focuses on the true story of Japanese American activist Yuri Kochiyama and her unlikely... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 29, 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, Jun 29, 2024 9:30 am to 11:30 am |
Read With STAR Volunteer Olga Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Olga. Take home a free book after reading with Olga three times. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jun 29, 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, Jun 29, 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.... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Sat, Jun 29, 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, Jun 29, 2024 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Book Club for Middle-Grade Readers Middle-Grade readers are invited to participate in our fun monthly book discussions. This month, we will be reading Tumble by Celia Perez. |
Online Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library |
Kids |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Jun 29, 2024 10:30 am |
Mini Yogis Presents: Yoga for Kids Join us for a super fun mini yogis storytime yoga class where we read a book, learn some fantastic yoga poses, and have an incredible time. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Health & Wellness, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jun 29, 2024 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Urban Line Dancing Come have fun dancing to great "soul" music... you don't need a partner! Learn easy dances like the electric slide, the wobble, and the cupid shuffle. This program is great for adults and teens!... |
Northridge Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jun 29, 2024 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Salsa Dance Class Come learn an energetic and fun salsa dance routine! This class will focus on foundational movements, styling, rhythm, and technique in an upbeat and charismatic routine set to music.Open to all levels of... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 29, 2024 11:00 am |
Magic Wayne Let's bring some magic into the library! Come and be astounded and entertained by a funny, interactive show with Magic Wayne.The show is recommended for children ages 5 and older, but all are welcome to enjoy... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 29, 2024 12:00 pm |
Organic Home Composting Spend an afternoon learning about home composting, vermiculture, and how to use water effectively. Master gardener, Emi Carvell will share her knowledge. All supplies are provided. Space is... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jun 29, 2024 12:00 pm |
Standardized Testing Strategies (SAT/ACT/AP): Free Workshop With Empowerly College Counseling The standardized testing landscape is dynamic, with major... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Student Success English |
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Sat, Jun 29, 2024 12:00 pm |
L.A. City Green Ambassadors How do we correctly separate our trash from our recycling? What items can I recycle?The L.A. Sanitation Bureau will bring a modified truck to teach us how we can manage our trash and... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids |
Community Resources & Services, STEM English |