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Tue, Dec 17, 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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Tue, Dec 17, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 17, 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 17, 2024 12:30 pm |
Books and Bagels Join us the third Tuesday each month for fresh baked bagels, coffee, tea and a thoughtful discussion of the current selection and share other great books with the group. New members welcome! Copies... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-In Tutor Get quick one-on-one help in topics like English conversation, filling out forms, computer questions, resume building, reading, writing, and more.(20 minute sessions) |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 1:00 pm |
Nonfiction Book Club Join us on the third Tuesday of each month to discuss a different work of nonfiction. We read a wide variety of styles, genres, and authors, so please make sure to check in with the branch... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Libby and the Library’s Online Catalog Workshop Learn how to use and navigate the Libby app and the Library's online catalog from a Library Cybernaut.Topics covered include:Downloading the Libby... |
Online Van Nuys Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Crank-In: Hat Knitting Workshop Join us in making beanies using round knitting machines. Round knitting machines allow for making socks, hats, headbands, bottle cozies, toys and other circular items quickly and... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 1:30 pm |
Mysterious Book Club Join us for the next meeting of readers who love mystery and suspense. We are reading The Resemblance by Lauren Nossett. We welcome new members. Come even if you haven’t read the book. You can... |
Palisades Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 17, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 17, 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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Tue, Dec 17, 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 17, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 17, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 17, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 2:30 pm |
Mindful Coloring - Make your Own Holiday Gift Bag Display your Holiday creativity by coloring stickers of Holiday trees, ornaments stockings, etc, and then apply them to 8 x 11 gift bags. All... |
John Muir Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Alicia Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Alicia. 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 |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Jeffrey Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Jeffrey. Earn a free book with every three visits. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 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 |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Kids' Block Building Hour Visit the library and let your imagination soar! Build whatever you want with Lego-style bricks. |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Basic Computer Class Learn and practice basic computer skills like using the mouse, typing, browsing the internet, using email, and more. |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Computers & Technology English, Español |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Caregiver & Child Language Learning Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing at any age! Caregivers and children are invited to our new language-building class for all ages. Kids will learn... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
3D Printing Class: Intermediate Learn how to design a project on Tinkercad which can include placing it, viewing it, moving it, rotating it, sizing it, and aligning it on the Tinkercad grid; learn how to set... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:00 pm |
Electric Sun Celebrate the Winter Solstice on Dec. 21 which is the first day of winter and the longest night of the year. Bring light into a dark world by making an illuminated sun card! |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:00 pm |
Holiday Family Movie All patrons are welcome to join us for a screening of the holiday classic Home Alone. Snacks and hot chocolate will be provided. |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:00 pm |
Read Aloud Storytime Enjoy reading stories with the Children's Librarian and make suggestions on what books you would like to be read during future storytimes. For all ages. |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:00 pm |
Film Screening – The Elf (2003) Will Ferrell is The Elf (2003, PG) in this classic Christmas comedy. Human child Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised... |
Edendale Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 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... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Take Home Craft: Winter Stop by the library any time between 3:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. to pick up two winter crafts. Stay and work on them in the library or take them home. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Chess Club Learn to play chess or step up your game with Coach Bill. All levels and ages are welcome! |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Children's Winter Painting Paint winter art this December! We'll have snowmen, reindeer, gingerbread houses, and many more winter wonderland images to ignite your little one's creativity using nontoxic paint... |
Ascot Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Council Join us at our next virtual meeting of the Studio City Teen Council on our Discord server. First Tuesdays will meet in person and third Tuesdays will meet virtually. ... |
In Person & Online Studio City Branch Library |
Teens |
Volunteer Engagement English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tea and a Tale Brew some tea, relax and listen to a serialized live reading of a novel. You can dial in by phone or use video conference. |
Online Northridge Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Enhance your English skills through engaging activities that involve speaking practice. Elevate your vocabulary, reading, and writing abilities. For information, please contact the... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring: Improve Your Reading and Writing Skills Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with internet searches, filling out forms, English... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm |
LEGO Club Join us for some LEGO fun! We provide the Legos, you provide the creativity. Kids can choose to attempt the Build Challenge, or they can free-build. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-In Tutor Would you like to improve your English 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.... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm |
Teen Game Night Join us for an afternoon of fun and games. Whether you're a fan of board games, video games, or card games, we have something for all teens! |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Eviction Response Workshop This in person workshop will guide you through the Tenant Power Toolkit. The Tenant Power Toolkit is an online resource that helps tenants create an answer (a legal response to their... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm |
Korean Conversation 2-3 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 |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Excel the Youth Join us for a weekly activity follwed by a pizza party!Activities vary from week to week. Previous programs include game days, t-shirt making, chalk drawing, and music production. Programs are presented by... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm |
Teen Coloring & Games Club Bring your own games or use ours. Join us for one hour to play games like Roblox, Kahoot, cards, board games and more! We will also provide coloring sheets. Join us on the third... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 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 smartphone 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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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm |
DIY Clay Gift Making Teens will be given clay to make a gift such as a key chain or another ceramic item. |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Coffee Filter Snowflakes Join us and make your own colorful snowflakes! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen and Tween Crafternoon Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of music and crafting at the library! For ages 10- 17. |
Malabar Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 17, 2024 4:15 pm |
Still Life Series Still lifes are art pieces depicting everyday objects arranged in a scene. In this series of lessons, we will walk through the steps to draw and paint a still life in acrylic. Participants are highly... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |