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Fri, Jun 20, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Ellen Ochoa: A Spark in Our Sky - Live Play Reading Join us for a special reading of an inspiring short play, Dr. Ellen Ochoa: A Spark in Our Sky about Ellen Ochoa, the first Latina woman in space... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances, STEM English |
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Sat, Jun 21, 2025 10:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutoring With Mariah 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... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Sat, Jun 21, 2025 11:00 am |
Personal Archiving 101 Do you have old photographs, old letters, documents, and years of memories stored away in boxes long forgotten? Have you wondered about what will happen to these precious artifacts in the future... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Sat, Jun 21, 2025 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Stamp Collecting Program Come and learn about the fun of collecting postage stamps. Free stamps will be available to everyone who attends this event. Experts will also be present who can help evaluate collections. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 21, 2025 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Puzzle Time for Adults This summer, we're happy to have Saturday morning programs for adults! Every Saturday from June 14 to August 2, we'll have a different program. This week, spend some time putting together puzzles!... |
Northridge Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Sat, Jun 21, 2025 12:00 pm |
Walk- in Tutoring With Edwin Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult who needs help with internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation, reading, writing, resumes, and applications, studying for... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jun 21, 2025 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Mar Vista Library at the Venice Fest Come visit the library at the Venice Summer Fest, sign up for Summer With the Library reading challenge, and learn about all the awesome things you can access with your... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Sat, Jun 21, 2025 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 and... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jun 21, 2025 2:00 pm |
Chess for Teens Learn the basics of chess, including tips and strategies. You will also learn about the history of chess, and grandmaster games. This is a program for teens (11-18), and their parents. This is a program for... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games, Lectures English |
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Sat, Jun 21, 2025 3:00 pm |
Personal Archiving 101 Do you have old photographs, letters, and documents, and years of memories stored away in boxes long forgotten? Have you wondered about what will happen to these precious artifacts in the... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, Jun 21, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:15 pm |
Yacht Rock - Steely Dan Yacht Rock'n in the Summertime! Please join us as we discuss and listen to the band most responsible for the creation of the Yacht Rock genre. We will be taking a deep dive into the works of... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Jun 22, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutoring With Nan 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... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 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 a clear question prepared in advance. Log... |
Online Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Beginning English Conversation Class Join our Beginning English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar and vocabulary skills.Contact the literacy coordinator for more information:... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Medicare Resource Table Do you have any questions about Medicare? Do you know who to contact? State-registered counselors from the Center For Health Care Rights will be on hand with resources to show you how... |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Pursuing Your Passions With Poetry: Marie Kordus Marie Kordus, author of Idea Poetry and founder of HiBrowsing.com, presents a path for the pursuit of any worthy goal through her poetic... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors, Health & Wellness, Poetry English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 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... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tech Help With a Library Cybernaut Our Library Tech Cybernaut is available to assist in brief, one-on-one learning sessions of 5-10 minutes per person with basic computer questions, using library databases,... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 3:00 pm |
English Language Worksheets With Stephen Join us for engaging writing sessions where a session leader will guide you through a variety of English writing activities and worksheets. Designed for... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Chess Club All levels and ages are welcome. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this is a great opportunity to improve your skills and meet fellow chess enthusiasts. Don't miss out on the chance to enhance your... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fun With Model Trains Come and learn about the hobby of Model Railroading at the San Pedro Library. Participants will be able to see and operate HO scale model trains. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 4:00 pm |
Make it Yours! Customize the Summer Reading Bag Are you ready to get your iconic library summer reading tote bag? Make it even more special by making it yours! We'll have fabric paints and markers... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Art Classes for Adults We are starting weekly Art Classes for adults. You will be instructed on the basics of drawing (black-and-white and colored pencils), painting (mostly watercolor), and basic art history. However,... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 5:45 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, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Jun 23, 2025 6:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Eddie 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... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 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 a clear question prepared in advance. Log... |
Online Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
English Conversation Class With Debbie Speak English with confidence! This English conversation class is perfect for beginner and intermediate levels. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 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, Jun 24, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Celebrate the 1940s, 1950s, and the 1960s: A Nostalgia Event Come laugh with other seniors, remember the good ole' days through trivia, bingo, and live music provided by local musicians: Mary... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes | Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must have a green... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Walk-in-Tutor Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults will work with a tutor for 20 minute sessions. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointments or... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
The Source: Free Health & Emergency Shelter Services A convenient one-stop-shop of services and resources for community members experiencing homelessness, life instability, or who are low-... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
Stitch Happens: Knitting & Sewing Meet Up Knit, crochet, sew, quilt or cross stitch? Come to Stitch Happens, which is our knitting and sewing meet up. Come and work on your projects with other fiber... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 1:00 pm |
Active Studio: Watercolor Painting This watercolor painting workshop will offer participants a creative and relaxing environment to explore the art of watercolor. Attendees will learn techniques such as... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Active Studio & Forager Crafts: Potato Stamped Totes Create your own tote bag art using the versatile potato! All supplies provided. Presented by Active Studio and Forager Crafts.... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 1:30 pm |
Book Club With Marilyn and Nate Do you want to improve your reading with a good story? Join the book club and read with other adults who want to practice vocabulary, grammar, and reading skills using books or... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:30 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, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 2:00 pm |
Neighborhood Sings Join Urban Voices Project for Neighborhood Sings every Tuesday. Transform your day and yourself with the gift of music, healing and community.Everyone is welcome. Walk-ins are encouraged. |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tech Help With a Library Cybernaut Our Library Tech Cybernaut is available to assist in brief, one-on-one learning sessions of 5-10 minutes per person with basic computer questions, using library databases,... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Practice Tai Chi With SECOIAs If you are over the age of 50 and would like to practice Tai Chi with a group of friendly folks, the Social-Educational Community of Older and Inclusive Adults (SECOIAs) of Mar Vista... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
The Active Studio: Gymnasium of the Mind Ready to give your brain a fun workout? Join us for Gymnasium for the Mind to boost your attention, memory, problem-solving, speed of thought, and creativity in a... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 4:00 pm |
Summer Bracelets One word that describes your summer?Celebrate summer by crafting a summer-themed beaded bracelet. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Paper Butterfly Art Join us to create art using paper butterflies. All supplies will be provided for the program. The program is limited to 20 participants.Haga arte usando mariposas de papel. Se proporcionará... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutoring Adults can work with an in-person tutor for 15-20 minutes. No appointment required. Walk-in tutoring is available on a first come, first served basis. This free service includes... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jun 24, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Clases de Ciudadania Gratis La biblioteca ofrece una serie de clases que le ayudarán a prepararse para el exámen de ciudadanía. Las clases son en español y son para las personas que califican para tomar el... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration Español |
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Wed, Jun 25, 2025 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 a clear question prepared in advance. Log... |
Online Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Wed, Jun 25, 2025 10:00 am |
Writing Class With Nancy, Robin, Judy and Harry This class will teach adults the basics of writing, from structuring a sentence to writing a paragraph. You will also practice writing for everyday... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Jun 25, 2025 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
Free Health Care Screening The St. Mary Hospital Mobile Health Care Unit will be visiting the San Pedro Library to give free health care screenings to the public. Trained medical staff will screen for blood sugar... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Jun 25, 2025 10:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Walk-in-Tutor Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults will work with a tutor for 20 minute sessions. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointments or... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Jun 25, 2025 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
The Active Studio: Hand-Painted Taper Candles Using paint pens, a special technique, and classic taper candles, guests will be led through the process of designing and painting custom motifs. Flowers... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |