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Thu, Aug 22, 2024 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Mindful Coloring Explore your creative side while relaxing with the use of coloring pages. Let your mind relax as you color mandalas, flowers, geometric shapes, various scenes and more! All materials are provided free.... |
John Muir Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 22, 2024 2:30 pm |
Neighborhood Sing All voices are welcome, no singing experience is required. Hosted by Urban Voices. |
Central Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness, Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Aug 22, 2024 3:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Susan Need help improving your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Come to the Studio City Branch Library for a walk-in tutoring session every Thursday afternoon from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.Adults... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 22, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Computer Classes Patrons will learn how to:Use and borrow LAPL’s e-media.Set up an email account.Operate tablet, or phone.Learn basic computer skills |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Aug 22, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Learn English or Latin American Spanish This course uses Mango Languages to teach you to understand and converse on a variety of subjects in English and Spanish.Participants can use a computer from... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Thu, Aug 22, 2024 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Book Sale: Friends of the Woodland Hills Branch Library A large selection of children's, nonfiction, and fiction books are available in hardback, trade, and mass-market paperbacks. Other items... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Thu, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Scrabble Join us in a game of Scrabble. Improve your vocabulary, have some fun, and get to know fellow word lovers. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Games English |
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Thu, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Basic Computer Class Learn and practice basic computer skills like using the mouse, typing, browsing the internet, using email, and more. You can practice on your own, or you can work with an instructor. Computers are... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 2024 5:30 pm |
Brentwood Writers Workshop Are you a writer looking for creative ways to manifest your story and, most importantly, keep moving forward? Are you interested in collaborating with others to explore:What makes a story... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Thu, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 2024 6:00 pm |
Academia de Emprendimiento La Iniciativa de Movilidad Económica (EMI) es su socio sin costo para iniciar y hacer crecer la empresa de sus sueños. Empoderamos a los propietarios de pequeñas empresas, empresarios y... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances Español |
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Thu, Aug 22, 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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Fri, Aug 23, 2024 9:30 am to 4:00 pm |
Book Sale: Friends of the Woodland Hills Branch Library A large selection of children's, nonfiction, and fiction books are available in hardback, trade, and mass-market paperbacks. Other... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Fri, Aug 23, 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, Aug 23, 2024 10:00 am to 11:00 am |
Instructor-led Mindful Meditation Join us for a free monthly meditation session on the fourth Friday of the month.Please note the October session will take place on Friday, October 18. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Aug 23, 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, Aug 23, 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, Aug 23, 2024 11:00 am |
Multicultural Literacy With Cyd This class explores works of fiction and non-fiction from various cultures around the world as a way to understand our differences and the world as we see it today. Attend the... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Aug 23, 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, Aug 23, 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, Aug 23, 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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Fri, Aug 23, 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, Aug 23, 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, Aug 23, 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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Fri, Aug 23, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Monthly Computer Class Patrons will learn how to:Use and borrow from the Library's e-mediaSet up an email accountOperate tablet, or phoneLearn basic computer skills |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Fri, Aug 23, 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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Sat, Aug 24, 2024 9:30 am to 3:00 pm |
Book Sale: Friends of the Woodland Hills Branch Library A large selection of children's, nonfiction, and fiction books are available in hardback, trade, and mass-market paperbacks. Other... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Aug 24, 2024 10:00 am to 11:00 am |
Zumba With Lula Join us for Zumba with Lula, fun dancing and exercise! |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 2024 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
Friends of Venice Library Book Sale Get a great deal on gently used books. Proceeds fund the Friends of Venice Library. This group supports the purchases of books, supplies and programming for the library.... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 2024 10:30 am to 12:30 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... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Sat, Aug 24, 2024 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Internet and Email Join our Cybernaut and learn how to connect to the internet, surf the web and later on, learn how to write, forward and send and email.For a complete list of classes and services visit... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Sat, Aug 24, 2024 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Summer Sounds: A Musical Celebration Experience the vibrant beats and soulful melodies at our "Summer Sounds" concert. This captivating musical event will celebrate the rich traditions of Latin America and... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Violinist Paul Stein and Pianist Margaret Chen in Concert Paul Stein was a violinist with the L.A. Philharmonic for 36 years, and pianist Margaret Chen is his accompanist. Paul... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Aug 24, 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... |
Edendale Branch Library | Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 2024 1:30 pm |
Talleres de Salud Mental Talleres solo en Espanol/Workshops are only in Spanish. Courtesy of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health.augusto 17: Comprendiendo los Trastornos de neurodesarrollo y el rol de los... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness Español |
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Sat, Aug 24, 2024 2:00 pm |
Book Club: "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley Brave New World is set in 2540 CE, which the novel identifies as the year AF 632. AF stands for “after Ford,” as Henry Ford’s assembly line is... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Mini Therapy Horses Come learn about the valuable work that mini-therapy horses do in the community. They are hooved Angels that the whole family will love. You will also get a chance to meet one of these beautiful... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |