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Saturday, May 03, 2025
Sat, May 03, 2025
10:30 am to 4:00 pm
The Venice Library Youth Sensory Space Grand Opening
The Venice Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library invites the community to explore and engage with our newly designed Youth Sensory Space!...
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library Kids, Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Sensory Friendly, Storytimes & Read Alouds, Tours

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Storytelling and Reading With STAR Volunteer Frances
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our extraordinary STAR Volunteer Frances.
Wilshire Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
11:00 am
Walk-in Tutoring With Marley
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...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
11:00 am to 11:30 am
Japanese Storytime
Join us for our fun and lively Japanese Storytime held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month. Listen to exciting and entertaining stories, and sing some songs too!
Little Tokyo Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English, Japanese
Sat, May 03, 2025
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
STAR Stories With Abenaa
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer Abenaa. Come three times and take home a free book.
Westwood Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
11:00 am
Book Club
Join our discussion of North Woods, a novel by Daniel Mason
Los Feliz Branch Library Adults Book Clubs

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
"We Write the Book" Craft Program
Join artist Debra Disman for this all-ages craft series, where we learn to make a different book each session! Play with fun materials and learn new skills! All...
Northridge Branch Library Kids, Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Stitch and Yarn Club
The Stitch & Yarn Club is a welcoming and creative space for teens and adults interested in and passionate about needle arts! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stitch, bead, or quilt...
Granada Hills Branch Library Teens, Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
11:00 am
Design a Toy Workshop
Design the toy of your dreams! Join Angela Alcerro, Professor of Toy Design at Otis College of Art and Design, for this step-by-step workshop on designing...
Silver Lake Branch Library Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Persian Book Club گروه کتابخوانی فارسی در کتابخانه وست ولی
:کتاب خود ا به اشتراک بگذارید
کتابی را که خواندید به دیگران هم معرفی کنید
تحلیل کتاب/ بحث و گفتگوی دوستانه
West Valley Regional Branch Library Adults Book Clubs

Persian
Sat, May 03, 2025
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Friends of the Library Book & Bake Sale
The Friends of the Wilshire Branch Library are hosting a bake and book sale in front of the library. This is a great opportunity to stock your shelves, pick up...
Wilshire Branch Library Kids, Teens, Adults Book Sales

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
11:30 am
Pronunciation and Communication Class (Intermediate Level) With Linda and Lea
Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and communication skills? This class is...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Sat, May 03, 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
Sat, May 03, 2025
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Are You On Track to Get Into A UC?
"Are You on Track to Get Into a UC?" equips students and their families with essential information and strategies for navigating the University of California (UC) admissions process...
Mar Vista Branch Library Teens Student Success

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Drum Fun: Family Drum Circle
Connect through the universal power of rhythm! Join us for a vibrant and engaging drum circle for the whole family. This fun-filled program fosters joy, creativity, and togetherness...
Playa Vista Branch Library Kids, Adults Adult Literacy

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Edendale Up Close Presents: The Chamber Players of Los Angeles
Join us for a concert by The Chamber Players of Los Angeles, featuring Satik Andriassan (guitar), John M. Kennedy (bass), Jacqueline...
Edendale Branch Library Adults Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
12:00 pm
Hwarang Sori Korean Drum Performance
The youth nanta team combines traditional folk music, drum rhythms and dance movements with modern pop songs to share the beauty and energy of Korean culture with...
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library Kids, Teens, Adults Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Friends of the John C. Fremont Branch Library Book Sale
The Friends of the John C. Fremont Branch Library will be selling gently used books for readers of all ages. Stop in and take a peek!All...
John C. Fremont Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors Book Sales

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
12:30 pm
Drawing in Color
Participants in this free two-part workshop will use colored pencil blending techniques, shading and some color theory to explore basic botanical illustration. Flowers and art supplies will be provided.
Central Library Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Scrabble Club
Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All ages and abilities are welcome. Please bring your own board and tiles if you can.
Atwater Village Branch Library Adults Games

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
1:00 pm
Current Events Class (Intermediate Level) With Molly
This class is for adults who want to learn about current events using a newspaper called News for You and other materials. Adults will...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
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
Sat, May 03, 2025
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutor
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...
West Valley Regional Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
1:00 pm
Walk-in Tutoring With Jeffrey
Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with Math, reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Patent Lawyers in the Library
Calling independent inventors! Do you have a new invention that you want to patent, a patent application that has recently been rejected, or a patent that is being infringed? Sign up...
In Person & Online
Central Library
Adults Business, Career & Finances

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
1:00 pm
Unlocking College Admissions: Insights and Strategies
From crafting attention-grabbing essays to strategically showcasing your accomplishments, join us to gather insider insights that...
Online
Central Library
Teens Student Success

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
1:00 pm
Mother's Day Felt Brooches
Older kids and teens are invited to create felt brooches for Mother's Day! Open to kids and teens ages 10-18.
Chatsworth Branch Library Kids, Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Teach the Spectrum: Supporting the Neurodivergent Classroom
Learn effective strategies for creating a supportive and harmonious learning environment in the classroom or at home. Topics...
Central Library Adults Health & Wellness, Lectures

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Pianist Hyewon Chang Live in Concert
Hyewon Chang has been a first place winner in many international piano competitions, and we are so fortunate to be able to hear her play live in concert. Hyewon...
Platt Branch Library Adults Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 03, 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
Sat, May 03, 2025
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Temple Dance of South India
The Soorya Foundation will present Temple dances of South India in the traditional Bharatanatyam dance style. Bharatanatyam is a 2000-year-old art form that boasts highly stylized dance...
Memorial Branch Library Kids, Adults Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:00 pm to 4:30 pm
LA Made Presents: Workshop on Repujado With Miriam Quezada
Adult Art Activity of the ancient Mexican Art of "Repujado" or tin embossing will cover the techniques for engraving or pushing...
Pacoima Branch Library Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Read With a STAR: Mr. Matthew
Listen to stories or practice reading with our amazing storytelling and reading volunteer, Mr. Matthew! Earn a free book with every three visits.
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Media for Community Representation and Preservation: Introduction to Video
Join Ben Cadwell, renowned filmmaker and the founder of the KAOS Network, an arts collective and...
Central Library Teens, Adults Computers & Technology, STEM

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
STAR Stories With Terri
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Terri. Come three times and take home a free book.
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Blue Submarine: Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy
Children experience marine life up-close and personal with live tidepool animals, specimens and colorful puppets. Live tidepool animals include...
Central Library Kids STEM

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
The Other Side of Memory: Photographs by Luis C. Garza / Film Screening / Book Signing / Reception
Join us for an afternoon celebrating the work of acclaimed...
Central Library Adults Film

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:00 pm
UCLA Gluck Jazz Combo
Come for an afternoon of music! There's nothing better than listening to UCLA Gluck students performing. The Gluck Fellows Jazz Combo celebrates the history and innovations in jazz music....
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library Teens, Adults Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:00 pm
Los Angeles and the 'Ukulele: A 130-Year-Old Love Story
Long before the ‘ukulele's latest wave of popularity, L.A. was a center of ‘ukulele culture--one of the first places outside Hawai...
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library Adults, Seniors Authors, History & Genealogy, Lectures

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Movie: A Real Pain
Mismatched cousins reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother, but their old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history.Directed by Jesse...
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library Adults Film

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Folklorico Performance
Families, teens, and children: Please join us for a "Baile Folkorico" performance. With an added contemporary flair, you will experience a lot of music, art, history, storytelling, and culture...
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library Kids, Teens, Adults Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Scavenger Hunt: Find the Hidden Treasures of Los Angeles With Author Danny Jensen
They say nobody walks in L.A., but with local author Danny Jensen, you'll ditch the...
Central Library Adults History & Genealogy

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Folklorico Performance
Please join us for a Baile Folkorico performance. With an added contemporary flair, you will experience a lot of music, art, history, storytelling, and culture through this Mexican folk...
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Drum Fun: Family Drum Circle
Connect through the universal power of rhythm! Join us for a vibrant and engaging drum circle for the whole family. This fun-filled program fosters joy, creativity, and...
Platt Branch Library Kids, Adults Adult Literacy

English
Sat, May 03, 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
Sat, May 03, 2025
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Cyanotype Sun Printing
Come learn how to make art using a sun printing process invented in the 1800s. This class will teach you how to use cyanotype paper to create beautiful art using the items you have around you....
Granada Hills Branch Library Adults Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Dungeons & Dragons Adventure Series, Session 2
Join Dungeon Master Timothy Meyer in a 3 week series of improvised fantasy adventure, using the rules of Dungeons...
Central Library Kids, Teens Games

English
Sat, May 03, 2025
4:00 pm
No Prior Art: DIY Hanging Lamps
Embrace an inventor's mindset! Transform everyday objects into a unique hanging lamp. This class focuses on basic electronics and creative reuse, teaching you how to safely wire...
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library Adults, Seniors Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM

English
Sunday, May 04, 2025
Sun, May 04, 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
Sun, May 04, 2025
1:30 pm
Seeing Is Believing: Fun With Optical Illusions
Join Kyle Stephens for a fun, interactive look at optical illusions. Learn about eye anatomy and how our brain is responsible for incredible visual...
Robertson Branch Library Kids STEM

English

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