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Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
10:30 am to 11:00 am
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Come spark your child's love of reading through songs, fingerplays and stories.Please note, there will be no storytime on October 9.
John C. Fremont Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
11:00 am to 11:30 am
Preschool Storytime
Stories, songs, movement, and more for children aged 18 months to 5 years and their parents/caregivers. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org...
Central Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
11:00 am
Walk-in Tutoring With Norma
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...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
11:00 am
Ballot Measures Pros & Cons With the League of Women Voters
A representative from the League of Women Voters visits the branch to provide non-partisan information on our local and state...
Chatsworth Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
11:00 am
Pros & Cons November 2024 General Election
Confused by the competing ads for and against measures on the November 5 ballot? Come hear the League of Women Voters give an unbiased, nonpartisan...
Palisades Branch Library Adults Community Resources & Services

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Yoga Class
Join us for a four-session yoga series led by certified yoga teacher Kate O'Neal, who brings over 20 years of experience. This Vinyasa Flow class is perfect for all levels, offering modifications to suit individual...
Mar Vista Branch Library Teens, Adults, Seniors Health & Wellness

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
11:30 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, Oct 23, 2024
11:30 am
Writing Skills Class (Intermediate Level) With Chun
This class will teach adult learners writing strategies for everyday use, such as writing emails, letters, and messages. The class will also help adults improve...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Weekly Art Circle
Take some time for your creative pursuits with fellow art-makers in this virtual studio hour. Please bring whatever creative project you're working on, or if you need an art prompt, we will be sure to...
Online
Central Library
Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
STAR Stories With Pam
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Pam. Come three times and take home a free book.
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 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
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Take and Make: Mock Election Kit
It's an election year! We vote for presidents, governors, senators, mayors, school board members, city and state propositions… and all are opportunities to discuss how...
Eagle Rock Branch Library Kids Games, Writing

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:00 pm
Halloween Craft Kits
Starting on October 8 and continuing throughout the month of October (while supplies last), kids will be able to choose between two different take home craft kits: Spider Glasses or a bat magnet....
Mark Twain Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:00 pm
Wednesday Book Club
Join the Wednesday Book Club to discuss The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder by David Grann.New...
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library Adults Book Clubs

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:00 pm
In-N-Out Cover to Cover Club
Join the In-N-Out Burger reading program for children aged 4 to 12. Children who read 5 books or 300 minutes will receive a free hamburger, cheeseburger or grilled cheese redeemable at...
Wilmington Branch Library Kids Book Clubs

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
A Beetle Is Shy StoryWalk
Play I Spy in the Library children's room with the book A Beetle is Shy written by Dianna Hutts Aston with...
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:30 pm
Armenian for Beginners
Armenian for beginners.
Online
Central Library
Adults Language Learning

English, Armenian
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Friends of the Fairfax Branch Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Fairfax Branch Library will be selling gently used books. All proceeds will benefit programming and collection development at the Fairfax...
Fairfax Branch Library Adults Book Sales

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:30 pm
English Conversation With Bob and Tom
Speak English with confidence! English conversation class is perfect for any level. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and...
Online Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:30 pm
Yoga for Everyone
Through body awareness, movement, and breath, you will be guided on how to bring your body, mind, and spirit back into balance for overall well-being. All levels are welcome. Generously funded by Friends...
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library Adults Health & Wellness

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Walk-in-Tutor
Would you like to improve your 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. Services are free. No appointments...
Platt Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
1:00 pm
English Conversation Class (Intermediate Level) With Norma
Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions while working on pronunciation. This class focuses on informal and...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, Oct 23, 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
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Student Zone Homework Helper
Join us for Student Zone! Get support from our Homework Helper:Assistance with homework and school researchFree printingAccess to school supplies for assignments and...
Angeles Mesa Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
California Ballot Measures With the League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles will present a nonpartisan analysis of California's state ballot measures. The...
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library Adults Lectures

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
2:00 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help
Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Services include:Guidance from a trained Homework HelperA quiet, safe...
Robertson Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12
Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Services include: Quiet, Safe Study Space...
Echo Park Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Bonnie
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Bonnie. Take home a free book after reading with a STAR Volunteer three times.
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Judi
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Judi. Take home a free book after reading with Judi three times.
Granada Hills Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
STAR Stories With Kat
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Kat. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our library.
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm
Read With a STAR: Miss Katherine
Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Miss Katherine. Earn a free book with every three visits.
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12
Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Services include:Quiet, Safe Study...
Washington Irving Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Student Zone Homework Helper
Join us for Student Zone! Need help? Ask our experienced tutor who is available to help you with your homework.Help includes:Assistance with homework and school researchFree...
Chatsworth Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
STAR: Stories With Linda
Children are invited to share the joy of stories with Linda. 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-Rancho...
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm
Crafts for Kids
Join us in the children's area for a free craft program! All supplies provided. For Pre-K and up.
Silver Lake Branch Library Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm
STAR Stories With Sami
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Sami. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our library.
Lincoln Heights Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12
Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Services include:
Guidance from a...
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12
Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Services include: Quiet, Safe Study...
Wilmington Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Wed, Oct 23, 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 October is California Bear by Duane Swierczynski....
Eagle Rock Branch Library Adults Book Clubs

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Reading and Rhythm
Reading and Rhythm is a six-week program series for beginning-level adult learners, and those who want to practice sounding out words. You will learn how reading and rhythm work together to help you...
Junipero Serra Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:15 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...
John C. Fremont Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:30 pm
Read to a Dog
Children can build confidence and practice reading skills in this weekly program with certified therapy dog Grant.
Lake View Terrace Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:30 pm
Your Author Series: Jessica Parra
Join us in welcoming young adult author Jessica Parra as she shares her new book, The Quince Project. As a lawyer and daughter of Guatemalan and Cuban bakers, Jessica...
Junipero Serra Branch Library Teens Authors, Lectures

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
STAR Stories With Pam
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer Pam. Come three times and take home a free book.
Westwood Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
3:30 pm
Student Zone Helper
Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.
Pico Union Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
4:00 pm
Stories and Crafts With STAR Volunteer Linda
Children are invited to enjoy stories and crafts with our STAR volunteer, Linda. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our branch.
Studio City Branch Library Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Read With a STAR: Aparna
Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer, Aparna. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR readers.Please note, STAR With Aparna...
Platt Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
4:00 pm
LEGO® Bricks at the Library
Come build with us at the Library. Each month, we will have a suggested building theme. Your LEGO® bricks creation may be chosen to be displayed at the library. Recommended for ages four...
Chatsworth Branch Library Kids Games, STEM

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Observing Wildlife With PS Science
LA BioBlitz 2024. Learn and observe the traits and behavior of insects, birds, squirrels, and other wildlife in our community with hands-on activities with a PS Science...
Vermont Square Branch Library Kids STEM

English
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
4:00 pm
LA Made Presents: 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...
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library Adults Health & Wellness

English

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