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Saturday, November 09, 2024
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
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Family Play Day
Join us for an afternoon of fun at the library! We will have toys, building blocks, puppets, and other activities for everyone to participate in. Everyone is welcome to attend so bring the whole family.
Echo Park Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Games

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
Sunday, November 10, 2024
Sun, Nov 10, 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 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 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
Sun, Nov 10, 2024
4:00 pm
STAR Reader Grandpa Isaac
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Grandpa Isaac. Take home a free book after reading with a STAR Volunteer three times!
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Monday, November 11, 2024
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
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
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
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
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
Storytime and Crafts
Join our children’s librarian for a fun-filled program where we will read stories, sing songs, dance, and create a simple craft. This event is intended for children ages 0-5 years.
West Valley Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, Nov 12, 2024
10:30 am to 11:00 am
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Join us for stories, songs, and movements that will help build early literacy skills for children ages 0-5. Please note: Storytime will be outside in the park behind the library,...
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers 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
10:30 am
Get Ready For Kindergarten - Online
The skills children learn at an early age (0-5) can predict future success in life. Get Ready for Kindergarten is meant for parents and children who aren’t yet in...
Online Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, Nov 12, 2024
11:00 am
STAR Stories With Victoria
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Victoria. Come three times and take home a free book.
West Valley Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

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
12:00 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
Tue, Nov 12, 2024
12:20 pm
Wake, Sleepy One: A StoryWalk
Wake, Sleepy One by Lisa Kerr (author) and Lisa Powell Braun (Illustrator) is an ode to one of our state's most treasured wildflowers. Written in lyrical prose with beautifully...
Eagle Rock Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids STEM, Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
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 to 1:00 pm
Toddler Storytime
Caregivers and infants, come join us for a fun thirty minute storytime full of books, music, and fingerplays.
Mar Vista Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

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 to 3:00 pm
STAR Reader
Join our volunteer STAR reader, Judi Bloom, for reading skills practice! Kids are invited to share in the joy of reading and storytelling.
Mark Twain Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

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 4:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Greg
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Greg. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.
Van Nuys Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, Nov 12, 2024
2:00 pm
Read With a STAR: Karin
Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer, Karin. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR readers.
Platt Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

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 5:00 pm
Student Zone 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 PrintingAccess to school...
Chatsworth Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

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 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
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
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Read to a Dog
Visit the branch to read to Grant, our lovely friend. Practice your reading, cuddling, combing or just enjoying the dog.
Sun Valley Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, Nov 12, 2024
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
STAR Stories With Ms. Mo
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Ms. Mo. Take home a free book after attending three events.
Wilmington Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, Nov 12, 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
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
2:30 pm
STAR Stories With B
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, B. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our library.
Lincoln Heights Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, Nov 12, 2024
2:30 pm
K-12 Math Help
Homework Help Volunteer Ken specializes in math and visits the branch on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons to support our K-12 students with their math schoolwork.
Chatsworth Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English

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