Calendar of Events
Pages
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Pianist Vijay Venkatesh Live in Concert “Venkaktesh has an extremely rare combination of effortless technical command and authority with a sense of poetry and refinement…he’s a spectacular... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Knitting and Crochet Club Join us for knitting and crochet! |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 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 |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Violinist Paul Stein Presents: Beauties and Beasts From Tangos to Tarantulas If music were always beautiful and sweet, wouldn’t life get a little boring? Tarantulas,... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 2:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Fun & Relaxation With Watercolors Embark on a captivating artistic journey where creativity meets relaxation. Led by watercolor artist and illustrator Roxsy Lin, you will... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Gratitude Journaling and Meditation Workshop This fun, active, and experiential workshop introduces attendees to the mindfulness practice of gratitude journaling. We explore... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Meditation Cultivate calm and inner peace through this free meditation workshop. Doug Frankel guides participants through a technique to experience a deep source of spiritual nourishment. No previous meditation experience... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Beginner's Quilting Workshop Join us and learn to quilt! This four-week, four-part class will introduce you to the world of quilting. From there, you can make quilts, bags, quilted clothing, and more. We... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Birch Tree Paintings Join us as we celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about the significance of birch trees in Native American culture and then creating your own birch tree painting. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Center Theatre Group Play Reading: The Elves The Elves by P.C. Verrone. Struggling novelist Jereth finally gets his big break when some unexpected guests appear in his apartment: a group of... |
Malabar Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 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 |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 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 |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Second Saturdays: Viva Classic Broadway! Tenor Arnold Livingston Geis and soprano Oriana Falla warm our hearts with classic Broadway favorites from shows such as West Side Story, My Fair Lady, Kismet,... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Book Discussion: Sisters of the Lost Nation Join our monthly book discussion! Held on the second Saturday of each month. The discussion will be led by a different member of our staff and the book of their... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 3:00 pm |
Through Ernie Pyle's Eyes: A Veterans Day Tribute to the WWII Correspondent In recognition of Veterans Day, Arnold Weiss pays tribute to renowned World War II... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy, Lectures English |
|
Sat, Nov 09, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Introduction to Portraiture (Ages 18-24) Join us for an exciting 1.5-hour workshop where you'll dive into the world of portrait sketching! Learn the secrets of capturing facial proportions and mastering... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
|
Sun, Nov 10, 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 |
|
Sun, Nov 10, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
El Día del Centroamericano en Los Ángeles Una celebración del Día del Centroamericano en Los Ángeles presentada por la Comisión de Cultura de la Confederación Centroamericana (COFECA). El evento incluirá... |
Central Library | Adults |
Music & Performances Español |
|
Sun, Nov 10, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
The Musings of Harry Truman, Part Four Join storyteller Arnold Weiss as he shares this election special, which centers on the famous and entertaining speeches, sayings, commentaries, and more from our 33rd... |
Robertson Branch Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy English |
|
Mon, Nov 11, 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 |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 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 |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 10:00 am |
Introduction to Meditation Join us via Zoom to experience a variety of calming meditation techniques presented by instructor Staci Mintz. |
Online West Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 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 |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 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 |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 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 |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 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 |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 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 |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 12:30 pm |
Books and Bagels Join us the third Tuesday of each month for bagels, coffee and tea. We will have a thoughtful discussion of the current selection and discuss other great things we've been reading. Copies available at the... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 12:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Linda Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist with legal... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Book Club The Book Club meets every month via Zoom. All are welcome. |
Online Northridge Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 1:00 pm |
NaNo Come Write In Drop-In Space Writers assemble!National Novel Writing Month began in 1999 as a daunting but straightforward challenge: to write 50,000 words of a novel in thirty days. Now, each year on November... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 1:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence. Suitable for all levels, this class emphasizes informal and practical English skills for work, school, home, and community. Participants will practice... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 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, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 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 |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Knitting Club We are proud to present our own Knitting Club! Everybody is welcome. |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Medicare 101 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, when you should enroll, what your coverage options... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English, Russian |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 2:30 pm |
Korean Conversation 1-1 Do you want to learn Korean? 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, Nov 12, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Kat 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, studying... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Caregiver & Child Language Learning Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing at any age! Caregivers and children are invited to our new language-building class for all ages. Kids will learn... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Reading and Rhythm Reading and Rhythm is a six-week program that is great for beginning-level learners and those who want to practice sounding out words. In this class, you will learn how reading and music can... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 3:00 pm |
Film Screening: Marry Me (2022) Latin music’s hottest power couple, superstars Kat Valdez (Jennifer Lopez) and Bastian (Maluma), plan to get married before a global audience of fans as Kat’s hit song "Marry Me"... |
Edendale Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
From Service to Success: Access Capital to Power Your Next Mission Whether you're a Veteran, National Guard member, Reservist, or military spouse, the Small Business Administration (SBA... |
Central Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Chess Club Learn to play chess or step up your game with Coach Bill. All levels and ages are welcome! |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
|
Tue, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
The Roadmap to Successful College Admissions / El camino hacia la admisión universitaria exitosa Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the entire... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Student Success English, Español |