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Sat, Sep 28, 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, Sep 28, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Opera Singers Marco and Marie Live in Concert at Platt Tenor Marco Lozano and Soprano Marie Stevens are teaming up to perform for us live in concert at the Platt Library. The duo will be... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Sep 28, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
The Power of Chinatown With Laureen D. Hom Join us for an engaging event featuring author Laureen D. Hom, who will discuss her recently published book, The Power of Chinatown: Searching for Spatial Justice in... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Authors English |
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Sat, Sep 28, 2024 1:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Breakdancing With Eric Nishimoto The program starts with an exciting breaking, aka breakdance performance, followed by a brief history of the hip-hop culture and breaking, a new... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Sep 28, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:45 pm |
Decorative Sacred Heart Sewing Craft Create your very own sacred heart in honor of Latinx Heritage Month. Participants will learn a variety of hand stitch techniques and contstruct an ornamental hanging... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Sep 28, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Into the River of Angels Author George R. Wolfe discusses and shares passages from his latest Young Adult novel, Into the River of Angels, which is about the endangered Los Angeles River. Wolfe will also be accompanied by his... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Authors English |
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Sat, Sep 28, 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, Sep 28, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Breakdance Class and Performance Join us for a breakdancing demo. The program starts with exciting breaking, aka breakdance performance, followed by a brief history of the hip-hop culture and breaking, a new... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Sep 28, 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, Sep 28, 2024 2:00 pm |
The 1960's Civil Rights and Peace Movements in Pictures Celebrated photographer Francesco Da Vinci will showcase his work documenting the tumultuous and historic 1960s civil rights... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Authors, Lectures English |
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Sat, Sep 28, 2024 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Miriam's Garden Join us for "Miriam's Garden," a poetry reading series highlighting poets living and working in Los Angeles.This month we feature Iván Salinas (@el_ivanooo), Mike Sonksen (@mikethepoetla) and... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Poetry English |
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Sat, Sep 28, 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, Sep 28, 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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Sun, Sep 29, 2024 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Friends of the Robertson Branch Library Recruitment Meeting Would you like to make an impact on your community? Learn more about the Friends of the Robertson Branch Library.Friends... |
Robertson Branch Library | Adults |
Volunteer Engagement English |
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Sun, Sep 29, 2024 2:00 pm |
Sunday Movie Join us for a screening of the first Mission Impossible (1996) movie. "On a mission to find crucial computer information, secret agent Ethan Hunt is framed for the deaths of his espionage team; he then must flee... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Film English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 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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Mon, Sep 30, 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 The Ecco Anthology of Contemporary American Short Fiction (HarperCollins,... |
Online West Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 2024 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Vinyasa Yoga Flow Vinyasa Flow Yoga focuses on flow, breathing, and connection all of which reduce stress and improve general health. A yoga class for all levels! Mats provided and rsvp is encouraged (class is capped at... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 2024 11:00 am |
Robertson Writers Group Writing a book, poem, or screenplay? Need deadlines? Want constructive feedback? Then this is the place for you. Bring 5 - 10 double spaced typed pages to read. Everyone will... |
In Person & Online Robertson Branch Library |
Adults |
Writing English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 2024 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Microcréditos SBA 101 ¿Necesitas un micropréstamo de menos de $50,000? ¿No estás seguro de qué hacer o cómo conseguir uno? Únete a nosotros para una sesión informativa y consulta con un representante de SBA quién... |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Business, Career & Finances Español |
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Mon, Sep 30, 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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Mon, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Computer Comfort Class 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 the... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
LA County Vaccine Clinic The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health will be available to administer (10) Flu and (5) COVID-19 vaccines. Service is available on a first-come, first-served basis.Please... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Mandarin Chinese Class Learn Chinese with our experienced instructor. This class is for beginners. |
Chinatown Branch Library | Adults |
Language Learning Chinese |
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Mon, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 2024 2:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Computer Assistance Our Cybernaut Jorge is available to assist you in learning basic computer skills, using our library databases, setting up email, operating your laptop, tablet or smart phone, and more. This service is... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English, Español |
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Mon, Sep 30, 2024 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Film Screening: Blue Beetle Recent college grad Jaime Reyes returns home full of aspirations for his future, only to find that home is not quite as he left it. As he searches to find his purpose in the world,... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Film English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 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... |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 2024 3:30 pm |
El Mariachi El Mariachi (Carlos Gallardo) is a traveling guitar player with the modest desire to play music for a living. Looking for a job, he stops at a bar in a tiny town, where his simple, peaceful lifestyle is interrupted.... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Film English, Español |
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Mon, Sep 30, 2024 4:00 pm |
Zine Club Join us for Zine Club, where our group members meet in a virtual space to co-work, chat, and share inspiration for whatever projects we're working on. Zine Club is based on the idea of gathering together to create... |
Online Palisades Branch Library |
Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 2024 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Get quick help in topics like English Conversation, reading and writing, filling out forms, computer and smart phone help, resume building, studying for the citizenship test, and more. This program is on a... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English, Español |
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Mon, Sep 30, 2024 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk in Tutoring for Adults 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,... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Computers & Technology, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 2024 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-inTutoring Adults are invited to work with a literacy tutor for 15-20 minutes at a time, for assistance with reading, writing, and English conversation. This free service is available on a... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 2024 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Walk-in tutoring sessions are back! Meet one-on-one with a tutor to answer questions about English spelling, pronunciation, writing, conversation, and math skills. Sessions are open to... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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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Mon, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Oct 01, 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 |