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Thu, Jun 13, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
One Book, One County: Discussion of "L.A. Weather" Join us for a discussion of L.A. Weather by María Amparo Escandón. Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks. A free copy of the book... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jun 13, 2024 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Gustavo Bulgach & Klezmer Juice Klezmer Juice is the new generation of Jewish Soul music. With wide-ranging international backgrounds, a youthful vibe, and adding an exciting Latin undertone to their music... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Fri, Jun 14, 2024 10:00 am |
Mindfulness Meditation Feeling stressed? Join us for virtual mindfulness meditation.Mindfulness is simply connecting your mind and body to the present moment. Meditation has been shown to reduce anxiety and increase... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Jun 14, 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, Jun 14, 2024 10:30 am |
Vinyasa Yoga Class Vinyasa yoga focuses on flow, breathing, and connection, all of which reduce stress and improve general health. A yoga class for all levels. Mats are provided. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Jun 14, 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 14, 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, Jun 14, 2024 11:30 am to 1:30 pm |
Chinese for Beginners Join our Chinese for Beginners program and learn to write traditional Chinese script and speak Mandarin! This fifteen-week Mandarin Chinese series includes weekly 2-hour sessions designed for... |
Online Central Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Language Learning English, Chinese |
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Fri, Jun 14, 2024 12:00 pm |
Current Events Nonfiction Book Club Join us on the second Friday of every month for the current events nonfiction book club. Upcoming meetings: July 12: All the Beauty in the World: The Metropolitan... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Fri, Jun 14, 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 14, 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 14, 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 14, 2024 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Movie Screening: Oppenheimer Join us for a screening of the Oscar-winning film Oppenheimer starring Cillian Murphy. This is the first screening in our new monthly movie series, which will take place on... |
Northridge Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Fri, Jun 14, 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 14, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Father's Day Cricut Cards Learn the basics of the Cricut computerized cutting machine and make a paper art project for Father's Day in the Koreatown Media Lab.The Koreatown Media Lab is a do-it-yourself makers... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 9:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Used Book Sale Sales feature hundreds of used books, magazines, and DVDs and are sponsored by the Central Library support groups: Central Library Docents, FOCAL (Friends of Children and Literature), and the Culinary... |
Central Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 9:30 am to 1:30 pm |
Friends of the Mar Vista Library Book Sale The Friends of the Mar Vista Branch Library will be selling gently used books, DVDs, and CDs. We have a large selection for readers of all ages.All proceeds will... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 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 15, 2024 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
Friends of the Harbor City-Harbor Gateway Branch Library Book Sale Check out the Friends of the Harbor City-Harbor Gateway Branch Library used book sale on the first and third Saturdays of the month. |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 10:00 am to 11:30 am |
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, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 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 15, 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, Jun 15, 2024 10:00 am |
Highland Park Walks Join us for a community walk as we explore our local neighborhood. Please be prepared for warm, sunny weather by bringing your own water and wearing sunblock.Everyone is welcome. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 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 15, 2024 11:00 am |
Ukulele Class for Beginners Learn the basics and play songs on the ukulele. Bring your own ukulele or use one of ours. No registration is required. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 11:00 am to 4:00 pm |
Comic Book Sale - Friends of the Library The Friends of Silver Lake Library are holding a special sale featuring comic books. Come check out the selection and grow your comic collection. |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 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, Jun 15, 2024 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Docent-led Central Library Garden Tour Take an hour-long tour through Central Library's gardens. Your docent guide will share stories about the gardens as they were originally designed in 1926 and... |
Central Library | Adults |
Tours English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 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, Jun 15, 2024 1:00 pm |
World Cinema Series: L'immensità Clara and Felice struggle to raise their three children. The eldest, Andrew, yearns for another life where he gets to live as the boy he knows himself to be. (68 min.)... |
Central Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Maps and Memories: Reflections on Juneteenth View maps from the Los Angeles Public Library and National Museum of African American History collections that tell stories of the event in Galveston,... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Lectures English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Pianist Shirley Hsieh Live in Concert Pianist Shirley Hsieh was a music faculty member and master class instructor at several universities, and we are so fortunate to hear her perform for us live in... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 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 15, 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 15, 2024 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Talleres de Salud Mental Talleres solo en Espanol/Workshops are only in Spanish. Courtesy of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health. June 8: La violencia familiar concientización, prevención, y resiliencia June... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Contour Drawing Workshop Have you ever uttered the phrase, "I can't draw a straight line"? Well, with contour drawing, you don't have to! Join instructor Melissa Elliott for a 90-minute contour drawing workshop... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Movie Screening: The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms Join us for a film screening of The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms.Near the Arctic Circle, researchers detonate a nuclear device and unwittingly thaw a... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 2:00 pm |
Chamber Hop at Echo Park Composer/Producer Brendan Eder creates a kaleidoscopic musical blend of classical, experimental rock, jazz, electronic and hip hop. Join us for exciting music and fun at the library. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Healthy Food is Great Medicine:
Workshop with Giveaways/ La Comida Saludable Es Una Gran Medicina Join Integrative Health Specialist Dr. Desmonette Hazly... |
Northridge Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 2:00 pm |
Alliance of LA Playwrights Play Reading Enjoy a reading of Hedda Needs Help by actors from the Alliance of LA Playwrights group. |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 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 15, 2024 3:00 pm |
UCLA Gluck Old Time Ensemble Performance Join us for a musical performance with the UCLA Gluck Old Time Ensemble. |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 15, 2024 4:00 pm |
Club de Lectura en Español / Spanish Book Club El club de lectura en español estara conversando sobre el libro Los Divinos, por Laura Restrepo. Las copias estaran disponibles en la... |
Panorama City Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs Español |
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Sun, Jun 16, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Make a Tie Dye Shirt Join us while we create a masterpiece in tie-dye. You must reserve a spot as t-shirts are limited to 16—1/2 kids sizes and 1/2 adult sizes. Tell us what size you’ll need, or you can bring your own.... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sun, Jun 16, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Banned Books Reading Group The banned books reading group will be reading materials that have been historically challenged or are on the American Library Association's current challenge list. For current titles,... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Jun 17, 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 17, 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 17, 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 17, 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, Jun 17, 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 |