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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 12:30 pm |
Mystery Book Discussion Our mystery book discussion has shifted back to meeting in person! Join us in exploring a kaleidoscope of mysteries across time and place. Copies available at the Reference Desk and as... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
B.Y.O. Needle Arts Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or hand-stitching projects to the library and enjoy a relaxing hour working on them and chatting with other needle-art fans.Limited supplies are available for... |
Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Aphasia Book Club Aphasia is a brain disorder, usually resulting from a stroke or head injury. It affects a person's ability to read, write, speak, and understand speech. The Aphasia Book Club is free and open to all... |
Online Echo Park Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs, Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:30 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 |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 1:00 pm |
Q.Me Free Legal Clinic Speak virtually with an attorney about tickets/warrants, landlord/tenant issues, family law, employment, housing, and more. Q.Me, a non-profit that connects crowdsourced volunteer providers with... |
Online Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library |
Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Community Resources & Services English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 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 |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 1:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Tommy 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... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Get quick help in topics like English conversation, filling out forms, computer questions, resume building, reading and writing, and more. |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English, Español |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 1:00 pm |
Book Discussion Join us for this community-led book discussion of John Kennedy Toole's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, A Confederacy of Dunces. |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Mar Vista Writing Club Are you passionate about writing or looking for a creative outlet? Our club invites adults of all ages and backgrounds to come together and explore their creativity through writing prompts.... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Adult Coloring Explore your creative side. Join us for a relaxing weekly session filled with friends and fun. All materials are provided free. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 2:20 pm |
Writing Class With Robert This class will teach the basics of writing, from structuring a sentence to writing a paragraph. You will also practice writing for everyday use, such as writing emails and letters. The class... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Drop-In Computer/Device Help Bring your own device (smartphone, laptop, tablet) to our Drop-In Computer/Device Help session, where staff can assist with basic issues such as downloading an e-book or sending an... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Understanding Your Medicare and Medi-Cal Benefits/Aprende sobre tus beneficios de Medicare y Medi-Cal In this presentation, the Center for Health Care Rights will discuss Medicare benefits... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 3:00 pm |
We Love L.A. Book Club We Love L.A. Book Club examines books and authors that weave the diversity and rich history of our city into their works. The selection for November is Lost Hills by Lee Goldberg. This... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Indigenous Music of North, Central, and South America Join master performer and teaching artist Martin Espino for this interactive program presenting... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm |
Pickling Workshop: Let's Get in a Pickle Together Let's Get in a Pickle Together! is a family-friendly, hands-on pickling workshop that introduces folks to basic concepts in fermentation and... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Would you like to improve your reading, writing or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 15-20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is on a first come, first served basis. Services are free. No... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Once Upon a Crown: Create Your Own Royal Headpiece Join us for a whimsical workshop inspired by the enchanting world of Once Upon a Mattress! Unleash your creativity as you design and craft... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fall Wreath Making Family Program Decorate your own fall-themed grapevine wreath with ribbons, leaves, pine cones, and other materials in this hands-on beginner's DIY class! Embrace the season's spirit and... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fall Wreath Making Family Program Decorate your own fall-themed grapevine wreath with ribbons, leaves, pine cones, and other materials in this hands-on beginner's DIY class! Embrace the season's spirit... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 2024 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Mental Health Information Table The County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health will have an information table at the Sun Valley Branch Library. Stop by and learn about mental health resources and ask... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 2024 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Practice vocabulary, letter sounds, and fluency to help you improve speaking, reading and writing in English. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 5:30 pm |
Writing Group This group offers time to focus on your writing while providing accountability and encouragement to help you keep moving forward with your projects. We are looking for writers to bring their... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 6:00 pm |
West LA Online Book Club The West LA Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month. We alternate between fiction and nonfiction.July 18 - Dear Committee Members by Julie SchumacherAugust 22 - NO MEETINGSeptember 19... |
Online West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 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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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Comic Book & Graphic Novel Discussion Group Join us each month for a comic book and graphic novel book discussion. We will rotate between indie titles and titles from Marvel and DC. It's a great... |
Online Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 6:00 pm |
Arroyo Writing Group Writers of any level of experience are invited to join our new writing group for practice both writing short pieces across many genres and sharing your writing with others. Each month, we will... |
In Person & Online Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Sci-Fi Short Story Club: "Headache" by Julio Cortázar With Guest Jeff VanderMeer Explore... |
Online Mark Twain Branch Library |
Adults |
Authors, Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Hollywood Creative Writing Club on Zoom Kick start your New Year's resolution by joining our new creative writing club and getting the feedback and motivation to finish that masterpiece. Each month,... |
Online Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs, Writing English |
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Thu, Nov 21, 2024 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Cookies & Comics Graphic Novel Book Club Do you love graphic novels? Does your family get tired of having to talk about Watchmen—again? Looking for someone to geek out with you over the new stuff... |
Online Westwood Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Fri, Nov 22, 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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Fri, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 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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Fri, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 2024 10:00 am to 5:05 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Kanen 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,... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Nov 22, 2024 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Veteran Peer Support Specialist Learn about resources for veterans and military families such as Housing Employment, VA Benefits, Legal Services, Mental Health, and more! Please bring Bring DD-... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Fri, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 2024 10:30 am to 4:30 pm |
American Red Cross Blood Drive We are hosting an American Red Cross blood drive. We encourage donors to roll up their sleeves and help save lives with us. To make your life-changing appointment, log on to... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 2024 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Body, Mind & Spirit Reiki Come learn about Reiki and experience the flow of the REIKI energy system. "The whole person—Body, Mind & Spirit—possesses great wisdom of self-healing. Often, however, this wisdom... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |