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Friday, November 01, 2024
Fri, Nov 01, 2024
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
STAR Stories With Brauna
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Brauna. 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
Fri, Nov 01, 2024
3:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Richaunti
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Richaunti.
Fairfax Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Fri, Nov 01, 2024
3:00 pm
Acrylics Painting Class
Martha Meade will teach you how to paint with acrylics. Create a masterpiece on canvas that you can take home!
Westwood Branch Library Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Fri, Nov 01, 2024
3:15 pm
Pronunciation and Idioms With Jill
Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and better understand those unusual expressions called idioms? This class is for you! Adults will practice pronouncing...
Online Adults Adult Literacy

English
Fri, Nov 01, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:15 pm
Chess Club
If you like to play chess, want to learn how to play, or improve your game, join us for Chess Club on the first and third Fridays of the month. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Chess sets will be provided.
Studio City Branch Library Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors Games

English
Fri, Nov 01, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
STAR Reader: Ruby
Come into our library and read with our STAR Reader, Ruby! STAR Readers are adult volunteers who read with children at the library. When children read with our STAR Readers three times, they earn a...
Echo Park Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Fri, Nov 01, 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
Saturday, November 02, 2024
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
8:00 am
Señorita Mariposa StoryWalk at the Audubon Center
In celebration of the fourth annual LA BioBlitz Challenge,
...
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids STEM

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
9:30 am to 11:30 am
Read With STAR Volunteer Olga
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Olga. Take home a free book after reading with Olga three times.
Eagle Rock Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
9:30 am
In-N-Out's Cover to Cover Club
It's back!In-N-Out's Cover to Cover Reading Club is here! Children ages 4 to 12 years old are invited to participate. It's easy! All you have to do is sign up, read 5 books or 300...
Canoga Park Branch Library Kids Book Clubs

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Join the Friends of the Baldwin Hills Branch Library for our used book sale. We will be in the community room, rain or shine. Your purchases help fund supplies for library...
Baldwin Hills Branch Library Kids, Adults Book Sales

English, Español
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
10:00 am
In-person Tutoring: Project Literacy
Project Literacy offers free tutoring to K-12 students, primarily in English Language arts. UCLA Students can offer help in other subjects and educational resources to...
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success, Writing

English, Español
Sat, Nov 02, 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
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
10:30 am to 12:30 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, Seniors Adult Literacy, Language Learning

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
10:30 am to 12:30 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...
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy, Language Learning

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
11:00 am
Saturday Book Discussion
Join us for wide-ranging conversations. Copies are available at reference and as ebooks. This is our second year reading off of the New York Times "100 Notable Books" of the year.November 2...
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library Adults Book Clubs

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
STAR Stories With Abenaa
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Abenaa. Come three times and take home a free book.
Westwood Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
11:00 am
Book Club
Join the discussion of The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder, a nonfiction title by David Grann.
Los Feliz Branch Library Adults Book Clubs

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
11:00 am
LA Made: Sustainable Gardening
Learn to grow your own food from a balcony to the backyard! Los Angeles has an amazing climate that allows us to grow everything from tropical fruits like bananas and melons to...
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
11:00 am to 11:30 am
Bilingual Storytime / Hora de Cuentos
Join us to enjoy stories and songs in Spanish and English. This program is intended for ages 3-8, but all children and their caretakers are welcome!Acompáñenos para...
Central Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English, Español
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
11:00 am
Día de los Muertos Mini-Ofrenda Crafting
Join artist and educator Roxana Rivera and NAMI Glendale to appreciate the lives of the people who matter most to you. Día de los Muertos is a time to...
Edendale Branch Library Teens, Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English, Español
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Michael Rayner: The Found Object Juggling Show
Join us for a fun show for all ages! Michael Rayner's "The Found Object" Juggling & Comedy Show, which has been described as "preposterous...
Westwood Branch Library Kids Music & Performances

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
11:30 am
Pronunciation and Communication Class (Intermediate Level) With Linda and Lea
Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and communication skills? This class is for you! Learners will...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Music FanZine Workshop With Razorcake
Interested in learning how to make a zine? Love music? Come to our Music Fanzine workshop for teens led by the Managing Editor of Razorcake!Learn how to make your very...
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Writing

English
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
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
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
12:00 pm
SAT / ACT / AP Testing
Join us for a deep dive into the tests that will shape your college application. Learn valuable tricks and tips for acing the SAT, ACT, and AP tests.
Online
Central Library
Teens Student Success

English
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
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
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
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
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
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
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Learn to Draw a Still-Life (Ages 12-17)
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 Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
2:00 pm
Read With a STAR: Toni
Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Toni. Earn a free book with every three visits.
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
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
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
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Sawtelle Inspired Zine Workshop
Join us for a celebration of independent voices and the Sawtelle Neighborhood. At this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to make your own zine while also learning about the...
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library Kids, Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Writing

English
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
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
2:00 pm
Who Framed the Big Bad Wolf? Puppet Show
Someone blew down the three little pigs’ house again! Get ready to solve a mystery in this exciting puppet show from Hey Hey Entertainment.Children of all ages...
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Music & Performances

English
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
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
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Josué Cuentacuentos
Join us for a special bilingual program filled with stories, music, and more! Intended for ages 3-8. Part of the Día de los Muertos Family Celebration.
Central Library Kids Music & Performances

English, Español
Sat, Nov 02, 2024
3:30 pm to 4:15 pm
Ahoy Matey Pirate Puppet Show
Enjoy a fun pirate themed puppet show by Hey Hey Entertainment at the library! For children 10 and under.This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library...
Granada Hills Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Music & Performances

English
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
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
Sunday, November 03, 2024
Sun, Nov 03, 2024
8:00 am
Señorita Mariposa StoryWalk at the Audubon Center
In celebration of the fourth annual LA BioBlitz Challenge,
...
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids STEM

English
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
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
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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