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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Gingerbread House Decorating Join us for some winter fun! We will be decorating gingerbread houses (made of milk cartons) with a variety of candies, graham crackers, and other treats while supplies last! All... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 2:00 pm |
Arts & Crafts: Ojo de Dios/God's Eye Join us on the patio for an ojo de dios/God's eye craft. We will learn more about the history of this indigenous craft and use yarn and sticks to create... |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 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 19, 2024 3:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Michelle Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Michelle. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our branch. |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 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 19, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR: Stories With Rona Children are invited to share the joy of stories with Rona. Drop in during her volunteer shift in the children's area.Take home a free book after coming to three STAR sessions at the Palms-Rancho... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Drop-in Tutoring With Steve Need help with your homework? Stop by for one-on-one, volunteer-led tutoring in all subjects in grades K-12. |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Film Screening: It Ends With Us Join us for the screening of the 2024 film It Ends with Us. The film is rated PG-13. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 3:00 pm |
We Love L.A. Book Club We Love L.A. Book Club examines books and authors that weave the diversity and rich history of our city into their works. The selection for December is Tehrangeles by Porochista Khakpour, a... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Social Knitting and Crocheting Club Bring your latest project, exchange ideas, and learn new stitches from your fellow knitters and crocheters. |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 3:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Sheila Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Sheila. Come three times and take home a free book. |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Teen Board Games and Puzzles Please join us for a fun hour of board games and puzzles! |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Kids Arts & Crafts Drop-In (Select Thursdays) Join us for art, crafts, stories and fun! Be on the lookout for the crafts cart and supplies in the Children's Reading Room.Open to all families. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Share a Story With the BARK Therapy Dogs Join us for a visit from the adorable therapy dogs of the BARK Program. Kids, practice your reading with these specially trained dogs who love to listen to stories! |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Astro Adventure! Join other curious teens and almost teens at the Mar Vista Library for two programs of STEAM activities focused on space exploration!Have you ever wondered...What do we mean by "life" when we talk about life... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Cesar Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Cesar. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kids Art and Craft Club Make your own unique picture, card or bookmark using paint, collage, crayons or markers. This program is intended for children and their families/caregivers. |
Robertson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:00 pm to 4:25 pm |
Preschool Storytime Storytime helps build early literacy skills. We encourage a fun learning environment with stories, songs, and movement. |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Would you like to improve your reading, writing or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 15-20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is on a first come, first served basis. Services are free. No... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Children's STEM Program Join us for a fun and interactive STEM program. Get ready to explore and learn about wildlife, flowers, tar pits, architecture, and more through hands-on activities and experiments.Don't... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 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 |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Bracelet Making Need a last minute gift for a loved one? Or just something special for yourself? Come make a beaded bracelet (or two) for yourself or for a friend! |
Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Crafternoon: Hanukkah Craft Help us celebrate Hanukkah with an afternoon of crafts. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:00 pm |
Enjoy Christmas With a Surprise Party Celebrate Christmas with friends, family, and a surprise! |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:00 pm |
Holiday Pop-Up Book Party Enjoy the end of the year festivities with us by visiting different stations that contain some POP in them. Stations include reading from our pop-up book collection, making pop-up holiday... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kids Crafternoon: Popsicle Stick Ornaments Get ready to craft up some holiday magic! Come join us and make AWESOME tree ornaments using popsicle sticks! It will be a blast, and we've got all the... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Snow Globes Get in the winter holiday spirit by making a snow globe! |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 4:30 pm to 6:30 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... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning, Writing English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 5:00 pm to 6:30 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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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 5:00 pm |
Posadas Navideñas / Holiday Posada Ven a la biblioteca para celebrar las posadas navideñas. ¡Vamos a cantar, comer tamales, tener piñatas y mucho más!Come to the library to celebrate holiday posadas. We will... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English, Español |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Practice vocabulary, letter sounds, and fluency to help you improve speaking, reading and writing in English. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
English Conversation Class Enhance your English skills through engaging activities that involve speaking practice. Improve your vocabulary, reading, and writing skills. ¡Mejore su inglés! Practique hablar... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 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 |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 5:30 pm |
Writing Group This group offers time to focus on your writing while providing accountability and encouragement to help you keep moving forward with your projects. We are looking for writers to bring their... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 6:00 pm |
Gentle Yoga With Kanica Suy Join Kanica Suy for a gentle vinyasa flow and yin yoga. Bend, breathe, stretch and meditate. Bring your own mat (required) and water, and optional props. All levels are welcome.Now four... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 6:00 pm |
Cover to Cover Book Club Join us for a discussion of the monthly book selection:October 24: Dear America by Jose Antonio VargasNovember 21: The Measure by Nikki ErlickDecember 19: None of This is True by Lisa... |
In Person & Online Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Comic Book & Graphic Novel Discussion Group Join us each month for a comic book and graphic novel book discussion. We will rotate between indie titles and titles from Marvel and DC. It's a great... |
Online Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 6:00 pm |
Arroyo Writing Group Writers of any level of experience are invited to join our writing group for practice both writing short pieces across many genres and sharing your writing with others. Each month we will engage... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Hollywood Creative Writing Club on Zoom Kick start your New Year's resolution by joining our new creative writing club and getting the feedback and motivation to finish that masterpiece. Each month,... |
Online Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs, Writing English |
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Thu, Dec 19, 2024 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Cookies & Comics Graphic Novel Book Club Do you love graphic novels? Does your family get tired of having to talk about Watchmen—again? Looking for someone to geek out with you over the new stuff... |
Online Westwood Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Fri, Dec 20, 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 |
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Fri, Dec 20, 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 |
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Fri, Dec 20, 2024 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Veteran Peer Support Specialist Learn about resources for veterans and military families such as Housing Employment, VA Benefits, Legal Services, Mental Health, and more! Please bring Bring DD-... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Fri, Dec 20, 2024 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Vinyasa Flow Yoga Vinyasa Flow Yoga focuses on flow, breathing, and connection all of which reduce stress and improve general health. A yoga class for all levels! Mats provided and rsvp is encouraged. Class is limited to... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Dec 20, 2024 10:30 am to 3:00 pm |
LADWP Shared Solar Program Informational Booth Learn about Los Angeles Department of Water and Power’s Shared Solar Program, which provides access to renewable solar energy for renters and... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Fri, Dec 20, 2024 11:00 am |
Read With STAR Volunteer Robin Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Robin. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch. |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Dec 20, 2024 11:00 am |
Multicultural Literacy With Cyd This class explores works of fiction and non-fiction from various cultures around the world as a way to understand our differences and the world as we see it today. Attend the... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Dec 20, 2024 11:30 am to 1:30 pm |
Chinese for Beginners Join our Chinese for Beginners class and learn how to write traditional Chinese script and speak Mandarin. This series includes weekly two-hour sessions designed for beginners. Sign up today! |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Chinese |
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Fri, Dec 20, 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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Fri, Dec 20, 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 |