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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Friends of the Library Book Sale The Friends of the John C. Fremont Branch Library is hosting a used book sale. This is a great opportunity to stock your shelves, pick up engaging reading material, and support... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Eco-Friendly Film Photography Join Echo Park Film Collective for an introductory workshop on 35mm film photography and hand processing with eco-friendly chemicals. In this workshop, we will learn how to... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Film English, Español |
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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Introduction to the String Quartet: An Interactive Concert Join us for a wonderful performance by the Kadima String Quartet. This event is brought to you by the Department of Cultural Affairs... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Scrabble Club Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All ages and abilities are welcome. Please bring your own board and tiles if you can. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
"Dr. Pianist" Makiko Hirata Live in Concert “Dr. Pianist” Makiko Hirata is an internationally renowned classical pianist, and we are so fortunate to hear her perform for us live in... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Lost in Translation: The Impact of the Hollywood Production Code on Literature From the 1930s-1960s, the Hollywood Studio System was unmatched in taking literary works and... |
Central Library | Adults |
Authors, Film English |
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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Zines From Clutter Workshop Together we will use receipts, flyers, stickers, parking stubs, and other "clutter" from our pockets and bags to create our very own zines and engage in discussion about what clutter means... |
Westwood Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Writing English |
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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Día de Muertos: Repujado Workshop (Tin Embossing) With Miriam Quezada Celebrate Día de Muertos at the Octavia Lab. Discover the ancient Mexican folk art of tin embossing or "repujado"... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Día de los Muertos Family Celebration Celebrate Day of the Dead with stories, music and art, in Spanish and English, at this fun event for the entire family. Free and open to all. Celebra el... |
Central Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 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... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English, Español |
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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Projecting L.A. 2024: Street Photography Join us for a screening of Projecting L.A. 2024, a 60-minute video showing compelling street photography and powerful photojournalism by 32 L.A.-based... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 3:00 pm |
Expressions L.A. Poetry Reading Series and Open Mic Join us in-person or via Zoom for Expressions L.A. Poetry Reading Series, featuring poetry readings and open poetry mic. |
In Person & Online Studio City Branch Library |
Adults |
Poetry, Writing English |
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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Learn to Draw a Still-Life (Ages 18-24) Get ready to unleash your creativity in this 1.5-hour workshop dedicated to the art of still-life sketching! Perfect for beginners and budding artists alike, you'll... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Nov 02, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:15 pm |
Libby E-media Class Learn how to download and read electronic books (ebooks) or listen to audiobooks using Libby, a free app. Bring your own device (smartphone, Kindle, ipad, etc.) for a hands-on class to learn all... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Sun, Nov 03, 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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Sun, Nov 03, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Mystery Book Club We meet on the first Sunday of each month to discuss a mystery, thriller, or suspense book picked by the group. For current titles, please contact the West LA Library at westla@lapl.org or 310-575-8323. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sun, Nov 03, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Songs of the Earth - Canciones de la Tierra The city of Los Angeles is home to more than two hundred indigenous languages. The Los Angeles Public Library seeks to establish a day dedicated to their... |
Central Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances, Poetry English, Español |
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Mon, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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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Mon, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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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Mon, Nov 04, 2024 10:30 am to 12:00 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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Mon, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 2024 11:30 am |
English as a Second Language Class With Leoisee This class teaches emerging and beginner learners the pronunciation, listening, reading, and writing skills needed to engage in conversation with other... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 2024 2:00 pm |
DIY Book Edge Painting Unleash your creativity by painting the edges of your book or journal and add a unique touch to your collection. Bring your own favorite book or journal, or use one of ours to try out this fun... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Medicare 101/Taller básico de Medicare In this presentation, the Center for Health Care Rights will teach you how to navigate your Medicare benefits. They will discuss eligibility rules for Medicare,... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Mon, Nov 04, 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... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Are You On Track for a U.C.? Join us as we uncover the insider strategies and tips to navigate the unique requirements and nuances of the University of California (UC) application. We'll have an expert on hand to help us... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Student Success English, Español |
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Mon, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 2024 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Telescope Night With the Sidewalk Astronomers and NASA Come see the moon, Saturn and Venus close-up through telescopes! Weather permitting, the Sidewalk Astronomers and a speaker from NASA will... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
STEM English |