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Sat, Dec 21, 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 21, 2024 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Well Played, a Tabletop Gaming Gathering Join us for our monthly gathering for modern board and card game fun, adults and teens welcome. A selection of titles will be available to play, including... |
Edendale Branch Library | Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Dec 21, 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 21, 2024 2:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Toni Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Toni. 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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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 4:00 pm |
Christmas Movie Showing: Elf Join us for the hilariously funny Christmas movie Elf.After accidentally falling into Santa Claus' gift sack, a human baby is raised at the North Pole, growing up to believe he is an... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Seniors |
Film English |
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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 to 3:00 pm |
Snooknuk & The Robot Puppet Show Get ready for an adventure filled with robot nursery rhymes, stories, dance, fun, games and prizes, hosted by Cheri Moon, the happy singer and owner of Snooknuk Cafe and EBOT... |
Central Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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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 |
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 3:30 pm |
December Storytime Babies, toddlers and their caregivers are welcome to join us for a storytime in the library. |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds 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 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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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 10:00 am |
Baby & Toddler Storytime Join us for stories and songs. This program is intended for children ages 0-3. |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Dec 23, 2024 10:30 am |
Baby and Toddler Storytime Come spark your child's love of reading through songs, fingerplays and stories!*There will be no storytime 9/30, 10/5, and 10/14 due to library closure. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds 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 10:30 am |
Baby and Toddler Storytime Join our children’s librarian for a fun-filled program where we will read stories, sing songs, and dance. This event is intended for children ages 0-5 years. |
El Sereno Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds 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 11:00 am |
Virtual Toddler Storytime Join us for an interactive, music-filled, early literacy storytime for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. The program is 25 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes, followed by show... |
Online Edendale Branch Library |
Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Dec 23, 2024 11:00 am |
Baby & Toddler Storytime Join us for stories and songs. This program is intended for children ages 0-3. |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds 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 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Read in English and Spanish With STAR Volunteer America Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, America. Take home a free book after coming... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Mon, Dec 23, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Senior Writing Group Kathy Katims, founder of Saved by a Story, leads an ongoing writing group for seniors. New members are welcome to all or any sessions.Write to prompts, share (if you want), connect with fellow... |
Palisades Branch Library | Seniors |
Writing English |
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Mon, Dec 23, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Teen Zone Learn life skills at the library and connect with other teens! |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Volunteer Engagement 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 3:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Kathy Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Kathy. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Dec 23, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR: Stories With Sandra Children are invited to share the joy of stories with Sandra. 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-... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Mon, Dec 23, 2024 3:00 pm |
Pine Cone Ornaments It’s time to celebrate the holidays at the library. Make a pine cone Christmas tree ornament, spin a Hanukkah dreidel for gelt, and make a paper Kwanzaa Mkeka mat. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Dec 23, 2024 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Kids Holiday Movie Join us for a screening of the holiday classic Home Alone. Snacks and drinks will be provided. |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Film English |
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Mon, Dec 23, 2024 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Children's Storytime Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities for children and their families. Stay for music and playtime at the end. Intended for children ages 2-6, but all are welcome to join. |
Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Dec 23, 2024 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR Reader: Ruben Come into our library and read with our STAR Reader, Ruben! STAR Readers are adult volunteers who read with children at the library.When children read with our STAR Readers three times, they earn a... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds 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 |
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 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Cocoa and Crafts Join us for hot cocoa and crafts on the patio while the library is open special hours on Christmas Eve! This program is for all ages. |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies 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 |