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Sat, Dec 07, 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 |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 1:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Isadora Duncan: A Unique Recital In this one-woman show, Kres Mersky plays Isadora Duncan, bringing to life the great dancer's fascinating persona. We meet Isadora near the... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 1:00 pm |
Music Fanzine Workshop by Daryl of Razorcake Magazine This program will introduce participants to the fandom of art (specifically music) as a creative avenue to build community through... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Writing English |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Reading Club Join our reading club, we will be discussing The Barbarian Nurseries by Hector Tobar, a sprawling, panoramic social novel about Southern California.Tobar is a masterful storyteller, and his writing is... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Dec 07, 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 |
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Sat, Dec 07, 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 |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Projecting LA 2024 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 photographers. The subject matter: Los Angeles and... |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Dec 07, 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 |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Invention: Songwriting Made Easy Have you ever wanted to write a song? Are you a songwriter seeking new techniques and inspiration? Join us for this fun, collaborative workshop where you'll learn how to... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances, Poetry, Writing English |
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Sat, Dec 07, 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 |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Movie Matinee: The Wild Robot Roz is a robot who becomes shipwrecked on an island. Over time, she makes friends with the island's animals, even adopting a baby goose! This is a wonderful 2024 movie for the whole... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Dec 07, 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 |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 3:00 pm |
Expressions L.A. Poetry Reading Series and Open Mic Join us in-person or via Zoom for Expressions L.A. Poetry Reading Series, featuring poetry readings and open poetry mic. |
In Person & Online Studio City Branch Library |
Adults |
Poetry, Writing English |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 3:00 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... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 3:30 pm |
French Conversation Club Come and converse with us in French about culture, art, politics and the weather. All levels of fluency are welcome. If you are learning to speak French, this is a safe and welcoming space... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Adults |
Language Learning English, French |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 3:30 pm |
LA Made Presents: Guzheng and Vocal Performance: An Exploration of Asian American Music Journey through a performance of the ancient Chinese guzheng and... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
How to Protect Your Inventions A workshop with a patent attorney on the U.S. patent process and steps you can take to protect your inventions. We will discuss the patenting process, what it takes to get a patent... |
Central Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Lectures English |
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Sat, Dec 07, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Como Proteger Sus Invenciones Un discurso sobre el proceso de patentes de EE. UU. y como se puede usar para proteger las invenciones. Discutiremos el proceso de patentamiento, qué se necesita para obtener una... |
Central Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Lectures Español |
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Sun, Dec 08, 2024 1:30 pm |
LA Made Presents: Gift Wrapping Tips This workshop will offer simple tips to artfully design and package a holiday gift. This LA Made program was made possible with the generous support of the National... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sun, Dec 08, 2024 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Swing Dance Into the Holidays With The Pepper Moons Swing dance into the holidays with the glamorous sounds of the Swing Era as the Pepper Moons return by popular demand. Put on your dancing shoes—we'll have an... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 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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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 10:00 am |
World Literature Book Club Join us for a spirited and engaging discussion of the world's best short stories! All selections are from The Ecco Anthology of Contemporary American Short Fiction (HarperCollins,... |
Online West Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 10:30 am |
Monday Adult Seated Exercises Join us for Adult Seated Exercises in the Community Room. Meet a new friend and have some fun exercising. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 10:30 am |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome! No class on... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 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 |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 10:30 am to 12:00 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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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 10:30 am |
Mindful Mondays Our wonderful meditation program is back for two sessions in December with the generous support of the Friends of the Palisades Library and Silvi Winthrop. Join us for a morning of mindfulness and... |
Online Palisades Branch Library |
Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 11:00 am |
Robertson Writers Group Writing a book, poem, or screenplay? Need deadlines? Want constructive feedback? Then this is the place for you. Bring 5 - 10 double spaced typed pages to read. Everyone will... |
In Person & Online Robertson Branch Library |
Adults |
Writing English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 11:30 am |
Monday Adult Seated Exercises Join us for Adult Seated Exercises in the Community Room. Meet new friends and get exercise in the beautiful confines of the library. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 11:30 am |
English as a Second Language Class With Leoisee This class teaches emerging and beginner learners the pronunciation, listening, reading, and writing skills needed to engage in conversation with other... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 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 |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Italian Conversation Group Are you learning Italian but need practice speaking the language? Join us for a relaxed and informal group conversation via Zoom. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Italian |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 1:00 pm |
English as a Second Language Class If English is not your first language, this class is for you. All levels are welcome. |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Computer Comfort Class These computer classes will give participants hands-on assistance with the computer, keyboard, and mouse, the execution of a search, and understanding and interpreting information on the... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Mandarin Chinese Class Learn Chinese with our experienced instructor. This class is for beginners. |
Chinatown Branch Library | Adults |
Language Learning Chinese |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 2:00 pm |
Vocabulary Development With Elaine and Karen In this class, adult learners will increase their passive and active vocabulary, including usage and idioms. This class is recommended for intermediate to... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 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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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome.For more information... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 2:00 pm |
Wood Slice Ornaments Come spend a fun afternoon painting your own wood slice ornament. Whether you prefer using stencils or freehand drawing, we’ll provide all the supplies you need to create a unique piece—perfect for... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 3:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Holiday Card Making With Amy Muscoplat Join Amy Muscoplat of Joyfestival Industries as she leads a workshop where patrons can create vibrant and artistically unique holiday cards for... |
Palisades Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Chess Club Learn to play chess or step up your game with Coach Bill. All levels and ages are welcome!This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Palms-Rancho Park Library. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Games English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 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... |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 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 |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
English Class For Beginners This class is for beginner learners. You will learn and practice vocabulary, letter sounds, and fluency skills that will help you in speaking, reading, and writing in English. Esta clase... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
ESL Conversation Class Join our wonderful ESL instructor and learn to speak English with confidence! This English conversation class is perfect for any beginner and intermediate levels. Adults will use common words... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Get quick help in topics like English Conversation, reading and writing, filling out forms, computer and smart phone help, resume building, studying for the citizenship test, and more. This program is on a... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English, Español |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-inTutoring Adults are invited to work with a literacy tutor for 15-20 minutes at a time, for assistance with reading, writing, and English conversation. This free service is available on a... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Monday Night Chess Join us for a casual game of chess, all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces provided. No registration is needed. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 2024 5:30 pm |
Watch and Talk With Goldie Americans often speak fast and use confusing expressions and slang. Watching and discussing TV and film is an effective and fun way to improve your comprehension and communication in modern... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Dec 09, 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 |