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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Chalk Drawing Class for Adults Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month for a fantabulous Chalk Drawing Class! Learn techniques to bring out beautiful images with chalk on black paper. Beginners and all skill levels... |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Well Played - A Tabletop Gaming Gathering Join us for our monthly tabletop gaming gathering! Adult and teen players at all experience levels are invited to enjoy the artistry and delight of modern board... |
Edendale Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 1:00 pm |
Open Mic Poetry Share your original poems, lyrics, spoken word, or just enjoy listening. Each poet will have five minutes to read an original work. If you wish to read, sign up when you arrive. Our featured speaker will be... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Poetry English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 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, Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm |
One Book, One County Book Club: "L.A. Weather" Join us for a discussion of L.A. Weather by María Amparo Escandón. Oscar, the weather-obsessed patriarch of the Alvarado family, desperately... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm |
The Red and Black: Instruments, Culture, and History of Mesoamerica Hear the sounds and learn the history of breath and percussion instruments of indigenous Mexico/Mesoamerica.... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:45 pm |
Dune: Part Two - Movie Showing Follows the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen on a path of revenge against those who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm |
Palisades Library Film Society Join us for six films by or about L.A. Dreamers. These films are curated by our resident film expert, Raymond Parker, who will provide insights into the films and their makers.Here is... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Book Club Join us for a lively book discussion. Email ayosco@lapl.org with questions or for participation details. |
In Person & Online Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Keepers of Culture: Poetry Reading Series Join us for a multinational spoken word event that will take place on the fourth Saturday of each month on-site at the Northridge Branch and online via Zoom.... |
In Person & Online Northridge Branch Library |
Adults |
Poetry English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Anti-inflammatory Nutrition & Healthy Cooking for Diabetes Join us for a nutrition workshop focused on anti-inflammatory meals and healthy cooking for diabetes. Learn what foods to... |
Malabar Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Shakespeare in a Different Light Discover a fresh connection to the works of William Shakespeare.A cast of Shakespeare enthusiasts will use quotes, monologues, sonnets, swordplay, and even a bit of music to... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm |
Make Your Own Deodorant Get hot this summer, sweat hot this summer, and make your own deodorant with us! Using coconut oil, shea butter, baking soda, and essential oils, we'll make our own all natural deodorant. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm |
Election Special: The Musings of Harry Truman by Arnold Weiss Former president Harry S. Truman spoke his mind—often. Our historian Arnold Weiss is here to share his refreshing wit and... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
The Ben Band Join us for some delightful family-friendly songs from Ben Urwand that will introduce you to animals native to Ben's Australian homeland. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 4:00 pm |
HAM Radio & CERT Community Volunteer Club Party Join us to celebrate the end of summer with drawings for CERT and HAM radio-themed gifts! A weather radio, tourniquets, and giant *OMY Los... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Cricut Crawly Art Learn the basics of the Cricut computerized cutting machine and use it to make a 3D art project to take home. Both Cricut and cricket facts will be supplied, for free. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 27, 2024 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Author María Amparo Escandón at Grand Park Help us close out One Book, One County with a special evening at Gloria Molina Grand Park featuring a musical performance from Banda Las Angelinas, resources... |
Offsite | Teens, Adults |
Authors, Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Jul 28, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
The 4th Annual Emerging Faces Panel The African American Film Critics Association and the SAG-AFTRA Foundation will present a special panel discussion with four young actors: Josiah Cross, Keith Powers, Demi... |
Central Library | Adults |
Film, Lectures English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 8:30 am to 12:00 pm |
UCLA Mobile Eye Clinic Join us to get free eye exams and glasses.Services include:Vision ScreeningOphthalmic ExaminationsRefraction TestDiagnosis of Potential or Existing Eye DisordersEye Glasses |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Mon, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm |
Vocabulary Development With Elaine and Karen In this class, adult learners will increase their passive and active vocabulary, including usage and idioms. This class is recommended for intermediate to... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Free Computer Class / Clase gratuita de computación Free Computer Class For Beginners. Join our weekly computer class and learn basic skills using the internet, email and more!Clase... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English, Español |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Technology Assistance With Edgar Cybernauts are trained computer aides that offer technology assistance, computer support, and mobile device support.Connect with a Cybernaut to:Learn how to use and borrow LAPL’s... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
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.For more information... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm |
Diamond Painting Would you like a sparkling bookmark? Paint using tiny gems and an adhesive surface creating a diamond painted bookmark. All materials will be provided. |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 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... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 2024 3:30 pm |
Film Screening: "Conquest" Join us for a screening of the film, Conquest. In this historical drama, the home of Countess Marie Walewska (Greta Garbo) is briefly overrun with Russian Cossacks before fleeing the oncoming... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
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 |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 2024 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Mindfulness Meditation Learn how to meditate by quieting the mind, reducing stress, and conflict management through social and emotional learning.Ajia Munns has been in the mindfulness space for over eight years. A... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Cybernaut Workshop: Using Our Online Catalog Join Cybernaut Jorge for a workshop on how to get the most from our online catalog, including how to find the books you want, how to place holds, how... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 2024 5:30 pm |
Watch and Talk With Goldie Americans often speak fast and use confusing expressions and slang. Watching and discussing TV and film is an effective and fun way to improve your comprehension and communication in modern... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jul 29, 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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Mon, Jul 29, 2024 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Mar Vista Book Club: Books and Communi-Tea We welcome all readers to our book club; no sign up is required.For each month's title, please contact the branch. Copies of the book are available at the... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Jul 30, 2024 10:30 am |
Yoga & Tai Chi Join us for a free 90-minute yoga and tai chi program with Susan Selan of Body & Brain. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jul 30, 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, Jul 30, 2024 12:00 pm |
Keeping it Crafty! Join librarian, Ms. Patty on the last Tuesday of the month for a relaxing and creative crafting time. This program is for teens and adults, while supplies last. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 30, 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 |