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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Coding for Kids Teen volunteers show kids how to use programming techniques to code their own programs. Ages 5 and up. Bring-Your-Own-Laptop recommended. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Computers & Technology English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 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 free.Classes are subject to change or cancellation without notice. We... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Abenaa Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Abenaa. Come three times and take home a free book. |
Westwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 11:00 am |
LA Made Presents: Indigenous Music of North, Central, and South America Join master performer and teaching artist Martin Espino for this interactive program presenting... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Bilingual Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Join us to enjoy stories and songs in Spanish and English. This program is intended for ages 3-8, but all children and their caretakers are welcome!Acompáñenos para... |
Central Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 11:00 am |
Story Telling and Reading (STAR) Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR reader, Miss Irina. Children can read to Miss Irina or Miss Irina can read to them. Readers... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 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, Oct 12, 2024 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
All About Sea Animals The Roundhouse Aquarium is bringing the aquarium to the Venice Branch Library for a hands-on learning experience about marine science and conservation!Take the opportunity to touch real-life... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
STEM English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Spooky Origami Learn to make your own origami jack-o'-lantern or monstrous bookmark using recycled book pages. |
Central Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm |
Election 2024: The Top 10 Things to Know About Voting! Join the League of Women Voters Greater Los Angeles for an overview of the Top 10 Things to Know About Voting. Topics to be covered... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Lectures English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 12:00 pm |
The Roadmap to Successful College Admissions Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the entire college admissions journey, from building a strong academic foundation to choosing the right fit... |
Online Central Library |
Teens |
Student Success English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Book Club: Southland Join us for a conversation about Southland by Nina Revoyr. Revoyr examines the gritty, colorful, sometimes tumultuous history of Los Angeles's Crenshaw district—once a truly integrated neighborhood... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 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, Oct 12, 2024 1:00 pm |
English Conversation Class (Intermediate Level) With Natalie Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical English... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 1:00 pm |
World Cinema Series: Memory House Cristovam, an indigenous Brazilian milk factory worker feels lonely and ostracized. One day, he discovers an abandoned house filled with objects that remind him of his... |
Central Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 1:15 pm |
Conversations About the News With Stu and Tim This class is best suited for intermediate and advanced learners. Participants read the latest news and discuss U.S. history, along with English idioms... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 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. |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness Español |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 2:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Toni Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Toni. 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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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Viva La Cultura! Neiya Arts Presents Folklorico Dance Experience art, music, history, storytelling, and culture through the Mexican folk dance "Baile Foklorico," with an added... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English, Español |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 2:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Fun & Relaxation With Watercolors Embark on a captivating artistic journey where creativity meets relaxation. Led by watercolor artist and illustrator Roxsy Lin, you will... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Meditation Cultivate calm and inner peace through this free meditation workshop. Doug Frankel guides participants through a technique to experience a deep source of spiritual nourishment. No previous meditation experience... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 2:00 pm |
Maya, Inca, Aztecs and Conquistadors: A History of Mesoamerica This history program will focus on the Inca, the Maya, and the Aztec empires and the European Conquistadors. The Inca and... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs, History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Art Ezra Mixed Media Workshop Art Ezra will dive into the fundamentals of art and creativity! Explore the boundary breaking applications of mixed media art where collage, fabrics, watercolors, pens and markers can all come together... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Movie Screening: Clash of the Titans Perseus (Harry Hamlin), son of the Greek god Zeus (Laurence Olivier), grows up on a deserted island. His destiny is to marry Princess Andromeda (Judi Bowker), who will... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Center Theatre Group Presenta: El Traficante de Historias Emilio es un hombre que se dedica a vender pequeños libretos teatrales a personas adictas a la lectura. Luis, uno de sus... |
Malabar Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances Español |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Get quick help in topics like English Conversation, reading and writing, filling out forms, computer and smartphone help, resume building, studying for the citizenship test, and more. This program is on a... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English, Español |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 3:00 pm |
Creative Writing Group Calling all writers of fiction, screenplays, poetry, etc. Get feedback on your writing in a fun, supportive environment. Meetings include a writing prompt/exercise, snacks, and a rollicking good time!... |
Central Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
October Book Discussion: The September House by Carissa Orlando Join our monthly book discussion, held on the second Saturday of each month. The discussion will be led by a different... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 3:00 pm |
Theatre Forty Halloween Show Get ready for Halloween! Actors from the popular local troupe Theatre Forty will chill your spine with some scary tales! |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Thor's Reptile Family Celebrate biodiversity and enjoy a hands-on entertaining and educational show featuring arthropods, amphibians and reptiles of all sizes. You will be taken on a safari around the world... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 3:30 pm |
Loteria, Prizes & Pan Dulce Join us as we celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with Loteria, prizes and pan dulce.All ages are welcome. |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 4:00 pm |
Beginner French Conversation Club If you are learning French, come and enjoy a friendly, stress-free platform to practice it. Bring your French-English/English-French dictionary, pen, and notepad. This... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Adults |
Language Learning English, French |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 4:00 pm |
Make a Light Up Ceramic Jack-o-Lantern With Viridian Art Join Viridian Art at the library in making ceramic Jack-o-Lanterns! Participants will also receive an electric tea-light to make their... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Get Ready for College - Unconventional Paths to Successful College Admissions Discover how embracing unique experiences, unconventional passions, and non-traditional... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Student Success English, Español |
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Sat, Oct 12, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Unconventional Paths to Successful College Admissions Discover how embracing unique experiences, unconventional passions, and non-traditional pathways can set you apart in the competitive... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Student Success English, Español |
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Sun, Oct 13, 2024 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Nature Hike at Augustus Hawkins Park Join Jr. Urban Ecologist Ryan Kinzel for a BioBlitz to collect biodiversity data on the iNaturalist app.Please note, this program will meet offsite at Augustus Hawkins... |
Offsite | Kids, Adults |
STEM English |
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Sun, Oct 13, 2024 2:00 pm |
The Musings of Harry S. Truman, Part 3 Storyteller Arnold Weiss presents this election special, which centers on the famous and entertaining speeches, sayings, commentaries, and more from our 33rd president,... |
Robertson Branch Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy English |
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Sun, Oct 13, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Armenian Poetry Day / Ասմունքի օր Los Angeles Public Library presents "Armenian Poetry Day," celebrating Armenian heritage, as well as the legacy of Komitas, the revered Armenian composer and ethnomusicologist. The... |
Central Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances, Poetry English, Armenian |
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Sun, Oct 13, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
What You Might Not Expect in the College Process Join us to gain valuable insights that could redefine your approach to securing a spot at your dream college. Prepare to navigate the uncharted... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Lectures, Student Success English |
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Tue, Oct 15, 2024 9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
Q.Me Free Legal Clinic Providers are available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, for 10-minute conversations. Participants will need to have their description and clear question prepared in advance. Log in to... |
Online Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Tue, Oct 15, 2024 9:30 am |
In-N-Out's Cover to Cover Club It's back!In-N-Out's Cover to Cover Reading Club is here! Children ages 4 to 12 years old are invited to participate. It's easy! All you have to do is sign up, read 5 books or 300... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Oct 15, 2024 10:30 am |
Storytime and Crafts Join our children’s librarian for a fun-filled program where we will read stories, sing songs, dance, and create a simple craft. This event is intended for children ages 0-5 years. |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Oct 15, 2024 10:30 am |
STAR Stories With Ms. Lisa Listen to stories read by our STAR volunteer, Ms. Lisa, for babies and toddlers. |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Oct 15, 2024 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Baby and Toddler Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and movements that will help build early literacy skills for children ages 0-5. Please note: Storytime will be outside in the park behind the library,... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Oct 15, 2024 10:30 am |
Get Ready For Kindergarten - Online The skills children learn at an early age (0-5) can predict future success in life. Get Ready for Kindergarten is meant for parents and children who aren’t yet in... |
Online | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Oct 15, 2024 11:00 am |
STAR Stories With Victoria Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Victoria. Come three times and take home a free book. |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 2024 12:00 pm |
Quilting Class Discover the art of quilting in our weekly class to learn the basics of quilting and start creating your own beautiful projects. Please bring your own quilting supplies. All skill levels are welcome, and we... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Oct 15, 2024 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tech Tryout Cart Did you know the Watts Branch has a Tech Tryout Cart?The cart will display a selection of devices for the community to try out (i.e. ipad mini, Fire Tablet; Samsung Galaxy Phone).You can also bring your... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English, Español |
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Tue, Oct 15, 2024 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Take and Make: Mock Election Kit It's an election year! We vote for presidents, governors, senators, mayors, school board members, city and state propositions… and all are opportunities to discuss how... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Games, Writing English |