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Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Piñata Party
Join us for a storytime and simple piñata craft activity in celebration of Latinx Heritage Month!
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
3:00 pm
Film Screening: A Better Life
Demián Bichir gives a riveting performance as day laborer and undocumented immigrant Carlos, struggling to find A Better Life (2011, PG-13) for himself and his family in Los...
Edendale Branch Library Adults Film

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Kids' Block Building Hour
Visit the library and let your imagination soar! Build whatever you want with Lego-style bricks.
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
BARK: Read With Vida
Children can build their confidence and practice their reading skills in this weekly program with certified therapy dog Vida. Early through advanced readers are welcome to this first come, first served...
Los Feliz Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Latinx Heritage Month Arts & Crafts for Kids
Join us in the community room for a free arts and craft program! All supplies are provided. This program is for Pre-K and up.
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Chess Club
Learn to play chess or step up your game with Coach Bill every Tuesday. All levels and ages are welcome. This program is generously provided by Friends of Venice Branch Library.
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library Kids, Teens, Adults Games

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
3:30 pm to 4:45 pm
Mural Painting Project
Help us paint a mural for display in the library. All ages welcome and no experience necessary. Participants will receive guided instruction in painting techniques. Make your mark at Durant...
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library Kids, Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Latino Heritage Month: Pinata Craft
Celebrate Latino Heritage Month by making a paper bag piñata craft! Take your piñata home and fill it with candy or other treasures. Ages 4+
Granada Hills Branch Library Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
3:30 pm
Finger Painting
Join us for emotional expression and sensory play with finger painting! Children are invited to paint with their fingers (or a brush if preferred) at the library.
Mark Twain Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
STAR: Stories With Nancy
Children are invited to share the joy of stories with Nancy. Drop in during her volunteer shift in the children's area.Take home a free book after coming to three STAR sessions at the Palms-...
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Teen Council
Join us at our next virtual meeting of the Studio City Teen Council on our Discord server. First Tuesdays will meet in person and third Tuesdays will meet virtually. ...
In Person & Online
Studio City Branch Library
Teens Volunteer Engagement

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Tea and a Tale
Brew some tea, relax and listen to a serialized live reading of a novel. You can dial in by phone or use video conference.
Online
Northridge Branch Library
Adults Book Clubs, Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
English Conversation Class
Enhance your English skills through engaging activities that involve speaking practice. Elevate your vocabulary, reading, and writing abilities. For information, please contact the...
Wilmington Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm to 6:00 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...
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm
LEGO Club
Join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the Legos, you provide the creativity. Kids can choose to attempt the Build Challenge, or they can free-build.
Fairfax Branch Library Kids, Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM

English
Tue, Sep 17, 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
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm
Adult Literacy Walk-In Tutor
Would you like to improve your English 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....
El Sereno Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm
Get Ready for College: How To Write a Winning College Essay
Join us as we reveal the secrets to crafting exceptional Ivy League admissions essays. We will also share valuable insights and...
Los Feliz Branch Library Teens Student Success

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Eviction Response Workshop
This in person workshop will guide you through the Tenant Power Toolkit. The Tenant Power Toolkit is an online resource that helps tenants create an answer (a legal response to their...
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library Adults Community Resources & Services

English, Español
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm
Zines 4 Teens
Teens come and make a zine!Zine content can be personal, political, niche, artistic, or visual—there are no rules! We have zines for all ages by local and international zinesters. You can browse the collection at...
Vermont Square Branch Library Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm
Korean Conversation 2-3
Join us and learn the Korean language and culture. This program is presented by the Los Angeles Public Library and the King Sejong Institute Center U.S.A.
Online
Central Library
Adults Language Learning

English, Korean
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm
Spray Painting Lucha Libre Masks
This teens only event will consist of using aerosol paint to make a custom Lucha Libre mask with a Lucha Libre artist and learning about the significance of mask and the...
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Salsa & Merengue Dance With Emmy Lam
Join Emmy Lam in this workshop, where students will learn the basics of Salsa and Merengue dance steps. It is a great way to boost the confidence level while having a...
Platt Branch Library Teens, Adults Music & Performances

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
DIY Felt Pouches
Using felt, create a cute pouch for your glasses, cellphone, or school supplies! For ages 11-17. 
Malabar Branch Library Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:15 pm
Family Storytime
Join us for stories and songs, followed by playtime. For children of all ages and their families.
Felipe de Neve Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
The Crime Doesn't Pay Book Club: Mexican Gothic
A monthly, in-person book club celebrating contemporary and classic mysteries, true crime, noir, and thrillers! We will alternate between Mark...
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library Adults Book Clubs

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Mexican Paper Art - Papel Picado Craft
Stop by our community room and join us as we celebrate Latinx Heritage Month by making our very own papel picado!
Junipero Serra Branch Library Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English, Español
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:30 pm to 5:20 pm
Robertson Teen Council
Join the Robertson Teen Council to get involved and make a difference at our library. Meet other teens in your community, develop leadership skills and earn volunteer service hours. For ages...
In Person & Online
Robertson Branch Library
Teens Student Success, Volunteer Engagement

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:30 pm
Homework Help
Do you need help with homework? Do you need school supplies to complete your homework? Would you like to print for free? Great! Come to our branch for homework help. Our tutors are here to assist. For students...
Lake View Terrace Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English, Español
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Constitution Day
Join our first annual celebration of Constitution Day with a community reading of the U.S. Constitution. Partnering with teen council!4:30 - 5:30
p.m. - Constitution Reading5:30 - 6:30 p.m. - General...
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors Community Resources & Services

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Walk-In Tutor for Adults
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. Services are free. No...
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
5:00 pm
The People’s Recorder: New Deal Arts and California Stories
Please join the Library as we host the People Recorder's podcast, an exploration of the WPA's Federal Writers Project. This...
Online
Central Library
Adults Lectures

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
5:30 pm
Expedtion L.A. Nature Drawing
Join us for another adventure with Expedition L.A., a free program series bringing you closer to the beautiful nature and state parks of Los Angeles. Funding is provided by the State...
Echo Park Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy, Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, Sep 17, 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
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
6:30 pm
Harry S. Truman Speaking
Arnold Weiss will share the 33rd president’s wit and wisdom from speeches, stories and quips.Truman's words are still timely as he commented on the assassination attempt on him, seniors...
Westwood Branch Library Adults Lectures

English
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
7:00 pm
How To Write A Winning College Essay
Join us as we reveal the secrets to crafting exceptional Ivy League admissions essays. We will also share valuable insights and strategies that will help you stand out...
Online Teens Student Success

English
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Wed, Sep 18, 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
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Story Telling and Reading (STAR)
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR reader, Ms. Susan. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.
Baldwin Hills Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Join us for storytime at 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. We share stories, songs, and movements to build early literacy skills for babies and toddlers. Doors open 15 minutes before each...
Studio City Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am
Storytime
Join us on Wednesday mornings to read stories, sing songs, and share rhymes. Participation may be limited due to room capacity.
Fairfax Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am to 11:00 am
Preschool Storytime
Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays and action rhymes.Please note, there will be no storytime on Sept. 11.
Platt Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am to 11:00 am
Toddler & Preschool Storytime (Session One)
Enjoy stories, songs, and lots of fun with our children's librarian at our toddler and preschool storytime series.We will have two sessions at 10:30 a...
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Join us for stories, songs and movement that will help build early literacy skills for children ages 0-5.
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am to 11:30 am
Toddler Craft: Fall Windsock
Crafts just for tots ages 1-4! This month we will be making a fall windsock.
Granada Hills Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am to 11:00 am
Storytime
Calling all babies and toddlers! Join us for stories, songs, and fun that will help build your little one's early literacy skills. Storytime is designed with babies and toddlers in mind, but all children are welcome.
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am
Latinx Heritage Story Time
Join us for a special storytime that will focus on Latinx contributions to children's literature.
Porter Ranch Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am to 12:00 pm
ICON CDC: Starting A New Business
Are you planning to start your own business? Join us and meet with ICON CDC professionals who can assist you with questions about launching or managing a small...
Van Nuys Branch Library Adults, Seniors Business, Career & Finances

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am
Toddler Storytime and Play
Come and enjoy stories, songs, and movement at our toddler storytime. Stay a little longer to play with toys that promote exploration, growth and learning.Geared towards children ages 2-...
Lincoln Heights Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am to 11:00 am
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Come spark your child's love of reading through songs, fingerplays and stories.
John C. Fremont Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Sep 18, 2024
10:30 am
Storytime & Playtime!
Join us on Wednesday mornings to read stories, sing songs, movement and more! Storytime is followed by playtime. Children ages 0-4. 
Lake View Terrace Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English

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