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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Art of Storytelling and Music From Japan This program introduces the traditional and modern art of storytelling and music through voice and the biwa, a lute-type stringed instrument.The program includes:... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Diversability: Intersectionality With Queer Asian What is it like to live at the intersection of multiple marginalized identities? Hosted by Diversability, a disability advocacy group within the... |
Online Central Library |
Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 1:00 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutoring Walk-in tutors can assist adult patrons with English conversation, reading, writing, studying for the citizenship test, computer/mobile phone questions, job applications, e-mail, and guidance with... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
Visible Mending Looking for a hobby that will help the environment, save you money, and provide an ongoing opportunity for social connection?Visible mending is a relaxing, empowering, meditative activity that keeps clothing... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 2:00 pm |
Meditation Join our monthly meditation to create calm and inner peace. Doug Frankel guides participants on a technique to experience a deep source of spiritual nourishment. No previous meditation experience is required.... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 2:00 pm |
"Interior Chinatown" by Charles Yu Let's have a conversation about Charles Yu's award-winning book Interior Chinatown. The novel won the 2020 National Book Award for Fiction. It was also longlisted... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 2:00 pm |
Noir Festival Join us as we continue our pop-up Noir Film Festival and dive into this film genre—much of which is set in Los Angeles. Twilight (1998) stars Paul Newman, Gene Hackman, Susan Sarandon, several famous cameos, and... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
iFixIt Toolkits Launch Party Beginning June 1, Mark Twain Branch will be lending out (while supplies last) iFixIt Toolkits, which... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 3:00 pm |
Expressions L.A. Poetry Reading Series and Open Mic Join us in-person or via Zoom for Expressions L.A. Poetry Reading Series, featuring poetry readings and open poetry mic. |
In Person & Online Studio City Branch Library |
Adults |
Poetry, Writing English |
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Westwood iFixit Tools Launch Party Westwood Library has more than just books and DVDs for you to check -- we have iFixit toolkits! Do basic repairs for phone screens, battery swaps, home appliances,... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 3:30 pm |
French Conversation Club Come and converse with us in French about culture, art, politics and the weather. All levels of fluency are welcome. If you are learning to speak French, this is a safe and welcoming space... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Adults |
Language Learning English, French |
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024 4:25 pm |
Celebrating Juneteenth Book Display Stop by the Junipero Serra Branch Library to check out our book display celebrating Juneteenth. |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
History & Genealogy English |
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Sun, Jun 02, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Mystery Book Club We meet on the first Sunday of each month to discuss a mystery, thriller, or suspense book picked by the group. For current titles, please contact the West LA Library at westla@lapl.org or 310-575-8323. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sun, Jun 02, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
For the Unnamed: On the Poetics of Afro-Mexican Solidarity Join us for a reading and conversation with Fred D'Aguiar, Marissa López, and Gabriela Valenzuela about D'Aguiar's new book. The poems in For... |
Central Library | Adults |
Poetry English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 10:00 am |
World Literature Book Club Join us for a spirited and engaging discussion of the world's best short stories! All selections are from... |
Online West Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 10:00 am |
World Literature Book Club Join us for a spirited and engaging discussion of the world's best short stories! All selections are from... |
Online West Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 10:30 am |
Monday Adult Seated Exercises Join us for Adult Seated Exercises in the Community Room. Meet a new friend and have some fun exercising. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 10:30 am |
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! No class on... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 11:30 am |
Monday Adult Seated Exercises Join us for Adult Seated Exercises in the Community Room. Meet new friends and get exercise in the beautiful confines of the library. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Homeowners Know Your Rights In this presentation the Housing and Economic Rights Advocates will discuss the complex landscape of homeownership rights and responsibilities in Los Angeles. They will cover crucial... |
Online | Adults |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Italian Conversation Group Are you learning Italian but need practice speaking the language? Join us for a relaxed and informal group conversation via Zoom. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Italian |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes/Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process.... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English, Español |
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Mon, Jun 03, 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, Jun 03, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Computer Comfort Classes These computer classes will give participants hands-on assistance with the computer, keyboard and mouse, the execution of a search, and understanding and interpreting information on... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Chess and Checkers at Goldwyn Hollywood Library If you enjoy playing chess, please join in a fun afternoon of chess for all ages and ability levels. Visitors and casual players are welcome. |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Games English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Challenger Series Conversation Class With Stephen A session leader will guide participants through chapters of the Challenger writing series to go over reading, writing, and conversation skills... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Chess Club Learn to play chess or step up your game with Coach Bill every Monday. All levels and ages are welcome. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Clases de Inglés para adultos Acompáñenos para clases gratuitas de ESL para adultos donde pueden practicar inglés en un ambiente divertido y alentado. Habrán juegos de ESL para hacer el aprendizaje del inglés... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Language Learning English, Español |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 3:30 pm |
Movie Screening: "Everything is Illuminated" Join us for a movie screening of Everything is Illuminated. A young Jewish-American man obsessed with his family history, Jonathan Safran Foer (Elijah Wood),... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Film English, Russian |
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Mon, Jun 03, 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, Jun 03, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Mystery Book Club Join our monthly Mystery Book Club meeting via Zoom on the first Monday of every month, except holidays, which will meet the following Monday. Discussion is facilitated by Mary C. Schaffer. Books are... |
Online Woodland Hills Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 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, Jun 03, 2024 4:30 pm |
Conversation Class With Carol Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome! No class on holidays. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Walk-in tutoring sessions are back! Meet one-on-one with a tutor to answer questions about English spelling, pronunciation, writing, conversation, and math skills. Sessions are open to... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Monday Night Chess Join us for a casual game of chess, all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces provided. No registration is needed. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Mon, Jun 03, 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.... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English, Chinese |
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Mon, Jun 03, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Book Club Practice English conversation in our Book Club every week with others who love books! The book club will provide you with extra motivation to practice reading, listening, and discussing in English each week. Expand... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Tech TryOut Cart Did you know that the Los Angeles Public Library lends e-books, audiobooks, movies, music, magazines, newspapers, comic books, and more to our patrons on their smartphones, tablets, laptops, or desktop... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Derechos del propietario de vivienda En esta presentación, los Defensores de los derechos económicos y de vivienda (HERA por sus siglas en inglés) discutirán el complejo panorama de los derechos y... |
Online | Adults |
Community Resources & Services Español |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm |
Mindful Coloring Take a break from your busy schedule and join us for Mindful Coloring. Let your mind relax as you color in a serene environment with peaceful music. Materials will be provided. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Club de Lectura This is an Advanced Spanish Reading Group where we read and discuss short stories, poems, and articles to help expand your vocabulary and conversational skills. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs, Language Learning English, Español |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes/Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process.... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English, Español |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Reading and Rhythm at Exposition Park Branch Reading and Rhythm is a six-week program that is great for beginning-level learners and those who want to practice sounding out words. In this class, you... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 12:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Linda Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist with legal... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence! This English conversation class is perfect for any level. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 1:00 pm |
Fiction Book Club This lively group of avid readers meets on the first Tuesday of each month to discuss a work of fiction. Books selected for discussion can be new or old and come from a wide array of genres, styles, and... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes/Clases de Ciudadania Gratis :Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process.... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 1:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence. Suitable for all levels, this class emphasizes informal and practical English skills for work, school, home, and community. Participants will practice... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 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, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jun 04, 2024 2:30 pm |
Korean Introduction Class Do you want to learn Korean? Join us and learn the Korean language and culture. This program is presented by the Los Angeles Public Library and the King Sejong Institute Center U.S.A. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Korean |