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Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 2024 3:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Sheila Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Sheila. 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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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Teen Board Games and Puzzles Please join us for a fun hour of board games and puzzles! |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Kids Arts & Crafts Drop-In (Select Thursdays) Join us for art, crafts, stories and fun! Be on the lookout for the crafts cart and supplies in the Children's Reading Room.Open to all families. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm |
Little Scientists: Color and Light STEM activities for ages 3-8. We will be doing experiments with color and light. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Share a Story With the BARK Therapy Dogs Join us for a visit from the adorable therapy dogs of the BARK Program. Kids, practice your reading with these specially trained dogs who love to listen to stories! |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Cesar Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Cesar. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Reading to the Rescue Do you like dogs? Do you like books? Kids are invited to practice reading aloud (or listening to a story) with a gentle therapy dog from Reading to the Rescue. |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Indigenous Music of North, Central, and South America Join master performer and teaching artist Martin Espino for this interactive program presenting... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm |
Pickling Workshop: Let's Get in a Pickle Together Let's Get in a Pickle Together! is a family-friendly, hands-on pickling workshop that introduces folks to basic concepts in fermentation and... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kids Art and Craft Club Make your own unique picture, card or bookmark using paint, collage, crayons or markers. This program is intended for children and their families/caregivers. |
Robertson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm |
Children's Crafts It's the season to be thankful. Express your thankfulness to your loved ones by stopping by and creating a Thanksgiving themed craft.All materials provided. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fall Slime Make fall slime just in time for Thanksgiving! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm |
Building Blocks Club / Club de Constructores Love to build? Come join our building blocks club at the library!¿Te encanta construir? ¡Ven y forma parte de nuestro club de constructores en la... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English, Español |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 4:25 pm |
Preschool Storytime Storytime helps build early literacy skills. We encourage a fun learning environment with stories, songs, and movement. |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Would you like to improve your reading, writing or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 15-20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is on a first come, first served basis. Services are free. No... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm |
CrEATive Fall Plate CrEATive Plate, LLC provides skills of nutrition and healthy cooking so kids can make informed decisions for a lifetime. Learn different recipes and join us for a unique culinary adventure through... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Once Upon a Crown: Create Your Own Royal Headpiece Join us for a whimsical workshop inspired by the enchanting world of Once Upon a Mattress! Unleash your creativity as you design and craft... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fall Wreath Making Family Program Decorate your own fall-themed grapevine wreath with ribbons, leaves, pine cones, and other materials in this hands-on beginner's DIY class! Embrace the season's spirit and... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Crafternoon: Weaving for Kids Get ready to weave some magic! In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, we're hosting an exciting hands-on weaving workshop for kids. All materials are provided, just bring... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Pumpkin Pies in a Jar Make a no-bake pumpkin pie in a jar as we get ready for Thanksgiving. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm |
Robot Puppet Show Get ready for an adventure filled with robot nursery rhymes, stories, dance, fun, games and prizes, hosted by Cheri Moon, the happy singer and owner of Snooknuk Cafe and EBOT, the singing robot puppet!... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fall Wreath Making Family Program Decorate your own fall-themed grapevine wreath with ribbons, leaves, pine cones, and other materials in this hands-on beginner's DIY class! Embrace the season's spirit... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm |
STAR Reader Grandpa Isaac Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Grandpa Isaac. Take home a free book after reading with a STAR Volunteer three times! |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:15 pm |
Lo-Fi Thursday Teen Lounge Join our 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 if you... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Bricks & Beyond An hour of free play to create and experiment! Be challenged with bricks and other building toys, wooden train tracks and brain-teaser puzzles.Children of all ages are welcome. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 2024 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Mental Health Information Table The County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health will have an information table at the Sun Valley Branch Library. Stop by and learn about mental health resources and ask... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 2024 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Practice vocabulary, letter sounds, and fluency to help you improve speaking, reading and writing in English. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
English Conversation Class Enhance your English skills through engaging activities that involve speaking practice. Improve your vocabulary, reading, and writing skills. ¡Mejore su inglés! Practique hablar... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Technology Assistance The Cybernaut is available to assist you in learning basic computer skills, using the library databases, setting up email, operating your laptop, tablet or smartphone, copying, printing, scanning... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 5:30 pm |
Writing Group This group offers time to focus on your writing while providing accountability and encouragement to help you keep moving forward with your projects. We are looking for writers to bring their... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 2024 6:00 pm |
Cover to Cover Book Club Join us for a discussion of the monthly book selection:October 24: Dear America by Jose Antonio VargasNovember 21: The Measure by Nikki ErlickDecember 19: None of This is True by Lisa... |
In Person & Online Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Comic Book & Graphic Novel Discussion Group Join us each month for a comic book and graphic novel book discussion. We will rotate between indie titles and titles from Marvel and DC. It's a great... |
Online Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 6:00 pm |
Arroyo Writing Group Writers of any level of experience are invited to join our new writing group for practice both writing short pieces across many genres and sharing your writing with others. Each month, we will... |
In Person & Online Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Sci-Fi Short Story Club: "Headache" by Julio Cortázar With Guest Jeff VanderMeer Explore... |
Online Mark Twain Branch Library |
Adults |
Authors, Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Hollywood Creative Writing Club on Zoom Kick start your New Year's resolution by joining our new creative writing club and getting the feedback and motivation to finish that masterpiece. Each month,... |
Online Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs, Writing English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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 |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Fri, Nov 22, 2024 8:00 am |
Señorita Mariposa StoryWalk at the Audubon Center In celebration of the fourth annual LA BioBlitz Challenge, ... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
STEM English |
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Fri, Nov 22, 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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Fri, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 2024 10:00 am to 4:00 pm |
Travel Town StoryWalk: Railroad Engineer Olive Dennis Venture to Travel Town to explore Los Angeles' railroad history and read about one of the first female railroad engineers, Olive... |
Offsite | Kids, Adults |
STEM, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Nov 22, 2024 10:00 am |
Walk-in Tutoring With Debbi 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 applications,... |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Nov 22, 2024 10:00 am to 5:05 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Kanen 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 applications,... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Nov 22, 2024 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Veteran Peer Support Specialist Learn about resources for veterans and military families such as Housing Employment, VA Benefits, Legal Services, Mental Health, and more! Please bring Bring DD-... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Fri, Nov 22, 2024 10:30 am to 4:30 pm |
American Red Cross Blood Drive We are hosting an American Red Cross blood drive. We encourage donors to roll up their sleeves and help save lives with us. To make your life-changing appointment, log on to... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Nov 22, 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 |