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Sat, Apr 26, 2025 2:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Classical Guitar Music Taro Wayama, Japanese-born guitarist/composer with a Master's and Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Southern California, presents a variety of... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Apr 26, 2025 2:00 pm |
Book Talk: The Crusades Through Arab Eyes by Amin Maalouf Let's have a book talk about the Crusades! European and Arab versions of the Crusades have little in common. For Arabs, the twelfth and... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Apr 26, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Movie Showing - THEEB In the Ottoman province of Hijaz during World War I, a young Bedouin boy experiences a greatly hastened coming-of-age as he embarks on a perilous desert journey to guide a British officer to his... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Apr 26, 2025 2:00 pm |
Saturday Cinema Join us this Saturday for director Howard Hawks' film noir classic The Big Sleep (1946), starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall.William Faulkner's screen adaptation of Raymond Chandler's classic novel... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Apr 26, 2025 3:00 pm |
Arroyo Book Club Join us for a lively book discussion. |
In Person & Online Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Apr 26, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Creative Writing Group Calling all writers of fiction, screenplays, poetry, etc. Get feedback on your writing in a fun, supportive environment! The Central Library Creative Writing Group meets every other Saturday for... |
Central Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, Apr 26, 2025 3:00 pm |
The UCLA Gluck Reed Quintet: MODEM Reeds Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music as we host the UCLA Gluck MODEM Reeds Quintet from UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music's Gluck Fellows Program. |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Apr 26, 2025 3:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Walk-In Tutor With Avo 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, studying for... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Apr 26, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Poetry Workshop Local poet Cesca Brenner offers guidance & inspiration designed to push the inner critic out of the way so you can find your creative self. This generative poetry workshop aims to help build your... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Poetry, Writing English |
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Sat, Apr 26, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:15 pm |
Yacht Rock Dock Portside for a smooth afternoon of your favorite 70s & 80s soft rock favorites. We'll discuss the ganre known as Yacht Rock and play some hits from this Rock-Jazz-Pop-Funk era of sonically sweet sounding... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Apr 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Koreatown Media Lab Drop-In Hour Want a chance to check out the Koreatown Media Lab? Are you working on a project and want to brain storm with lab staff? Take some time stop in to the Koreatown Media Lab and... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
STEM English |
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Sun, Apr 27, 2025 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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Sun, Apr 27, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 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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Sun, Apr 27, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Renting vs. Buying For First-Time Homebuyers In this interactive workshop, the Chartered Financial Analyst Society of Los Angeles will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of renting vs.buying a home,... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Community Resources & Services English |
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Sun, Apr 27, 2025 2:00 pm |
Hand Sewing for Beginners: Felt Envelope Pouch Let’s learn together! Join us as we watch videos demonstrating stitching techniques and work together to create a felt envelope pouch. All supplies... |
Robertson Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sun, Apr 27, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 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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Mon, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 2025 10:00 am |
World Literature Book Club Join us for an engaging discussion on some of the world's best short stories! This year's selections are from 100 Great Short Stories edited by James Daley and The... |
Online West Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 2025 10:30 am to 12:00 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! No class on... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 10:30 am |
Seated Yoga and Stretch Come join us to meet new friends, get exercise, and learn seated yoga and other stretching techniques in the comfort of our library. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Yoga and Tai Chi With Susan Join us for Yoga and Tai Chi!Please check the calendar to confirm session dates, including holiday exclusions and/or cancellations. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Parent & Caregiver Workshop Join a discussion for parents and caregivers of elementary school students!Learn tools for raising emotionally intelligent, empathetic, resilient, and compassionate children.Develop... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 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 get a chance to... |
In Person & Online Robertson Branch Library |
Adults |
Writing English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 11:30 am |
Seated Yoga and Stretch Come join us to meet new friends, get exercise, and learn seated yoga and other stretching techniques in the comfort of our library. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Monday Meditation With Don Cadora Join us on Zoom as meditation guide Don Cadora helps you achieve calm, balance, and inspiration. |
Online Edendale Branch Library |
Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Being a Smart Investor In this interactive session, the Financial Planning Association will explore investing and investment concepts, explain how investing fits into an overall financial plan, introduce general... |
Online | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Community Resources & Services English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 1:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Paula Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. Services are... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 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, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutoring With Deborah 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... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 3:00 pm |
Film Event: Theeb In the Ottoman province of Hijaz during World War I, a young Bedouin boy experiences a greatly hastened coming-of-age as he embarks on a perilous desert journey to guide a British officer to his secret destination.... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Vermicomposting With Matt Van Diepen of Home Grown Gardens L.A. Matt Van Diepen of Home Grown Gardens L.A. will cover the basics of the worm composting process! Learn about worms,... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 4:00 pm |
Grammar Class (Beginners) With Aaqilah Master basic grammar with real-life examples and practice. This class teaches beginning adult learners the fundamentals of grammar in a group setting. Practice what you... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Fun With Model Trains Come and learn about the exciting hobby of Model Railroading. All ages are welcome, and participants will get a chance to control a train themselves. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Online safety For Beginners - Workshop Learn important steps to protect beginners using the internet. Topics include passwords, VPN's and using incognito mode. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 4:00 pm |
Urban Voices: Neighborhood Sing Immerse yourself in a music workshop with participatory singing and wellness activities to improve mental health, amplify self-expression, and build community. Neighborhood Sing... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 4:30 pm to 6:30 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 |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring Walk-in tutors can assist patrons with English conversation, reading, writing, studying for the citizenship test, computer/mobile phone questions, job applications, e-mail, and guidance with filling out... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 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 required. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 2025 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Book Club Practice English conversation with others who love books in our weekly book club. The book club will provide an opportunity to practice reading, listening, and discussing in English, and to expand your vocabulary each... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 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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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Mar Vista Book Club: Books and Communi-Tea We welcome all readers to our book club; no sign up is required.For each month's title, please contact the branch. Copies of the book are available at the... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Apr 28, 2025 6:30 pm |
Big Read Book Discussion: The House on Mango Street Join us to discuss the Big Read Book of 2025, The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros |
Online Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 2025 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, Apr 29, 2025 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 |