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Sat, Dec 21, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Movie Screening: White Christmas Singers Bob Wallace (Bing Crosby) and Phil Davis (Danny Kaye) join sister act Betty (Rosemary Clooney) and Judy Haynes (Vera-Ellen) to perform a Christmas show in rural... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Dec 21, 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 21, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Center Theatre Group Presenta: El Deseo del Gigante En Nochebuena, una niña de Los Angeles pide un deseo que despierta a un gigante camuflado como una montaña, desatando el caos en la... |
Malabar Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances Español |
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Sat, Dec 21, 2024 2:00 pm |
DIY Bookmarks Learn how to make durable and decorative bookmarks at home using easy-to-find craft and office supplies. All materials will be provided.This program is designed for adults, but youth are welcome with an... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Dec 21, 2024 2:30 pm |
Palisades Library Film Society: Scrooge, the Musical Come join us for Scrooge a musical version of A Christmas Carol from 1970 starring Albert Finney as Scrooge. This film was nominated for Best Score and Best... |
Palisades Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Dec 21, 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 21, 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 21, 2024 3:00 pm |
Theatre Forty Holiday Show Members of the local acting troupe Theatre Forty will read some warm and funny seasonal stories. |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Dec 21, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm |
Storyteller Arnold Weiss Presents
The Musings of Harry S. Truman, Part 4 Don't miss the final installment of the Harry S Truman Series: Part 4. Master storyteller... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy, Lectures English |
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Sat, Dec 21, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
December Cricut Crafts Create festive crafts using Koreatown Media Lab equipment. This program is open to all ages. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Computers & Technology English |
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Sun, Dec 22, 2024 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tech Help Our 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 services and more.This... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Dec 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 2024 4:00 pm |
L.A. Zine Club With Zine Maker Desi Muñoz Join us for Zine Club online, where members of our group meet up in a virtual space to co-work, chat, and share inspiration for whatever projects we're working on... |
Online Van Nuys Branch Library |
Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors English |
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Mon, Dec 23, 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 23, 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 23, 2024 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Dance to Liberty: Community Dance Initiative in Celebration of Nowruz Join us in preparing to celebrate Nowruz 2025 through dance, one that represents you, your neighborhood, and... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Dec 23, 2024 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Book Club: A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens As much a part of Christmas as mistletoe and carolers, Dickens’ A Christmas Carol was once read publicly on Christmas Eve each year by... |
Online Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Dec 24, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 24, 2024 10:00 am to 3:30 pm |
Tech Help Our 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 services and more.This... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Tue, Dec 24, 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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Tue, Dec 24, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 24, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 24, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 24, 2024 5:30 pm to 7:45 pm |
Knitting Social Club Join our knitting and crochet social club. We meet weekly, and people of all levels are welcome, including beginners. Please bring your own supplies. Registration is not required, just drop by. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 24, 2024 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm |
Beginner's Yoga With Analyn R. Please join us in our community room for Beginner's Yoga with Analyn R. Please bring your own mat and blocks if you need them. And, please let us know if you need the routine... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Dec 26, 2024 10:00 am to 3:30 pm |
Tech Help Our 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 services and more.This... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Dec 26, 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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Thu, Dec 26, 2024 11:00 am |
Storytelling Class With Megha Stories inspire! Stories teach! Stories make us laugh! Research shows that listening to and telling stories helps us understand and remember information better. Participants... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Dec 26, 2024 12:15 pm |
Support Group Come process and discuss various topics with the help of a mental health clinician. Each week will be different, based on the needs of participants. Drop in whenever you feel like you need some support. |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Dec 26, 2024 12:30 pm |
Russian for Beginners Russian for Beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Russian |
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Thu, Dec 26, 2024 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Docent-led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art,... |
Central Library | Adults |
Tours English |
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Thu, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:30 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. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Dec 26, 2024 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Movie Screening: The Holdovers A curmudgeonly instructor at a New England prep school remains on campus during Christmas break to babysit a handful of students with nowhere to go. He soon forms an unlikely bond... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Thu, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 2024 4:00 pm |
Ombré New Year’s Eve Globes Create your own Ombré New Year’s Eve Globe! This super-simple craft is easy to make and looks stunning as part of any New Year’s Eve party décor. Ring in the new year... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 2024 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Ernie Pyle, American (Lecture Series) This is a multi-part series focusing on the resilience of Americans in troubling times. Each part explores Ernie Pyle's stories from the Great Depression and concludes... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Lectures English |
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Fri, Dec 27, 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, Dec 27, 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 |