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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Thor's Family Reptile Join us for fun with Thor's Family Reptile. You will have a chance to learn, see, and touch various reptiles.This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library Foundation... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Crafternoons at the Library: Friendship Bracelets Join us in the Children’s Area to make a special bracelet for your best friend or yourself. Use alphabet beads to spell out a name or a personal... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Micah the Magician Join us for a lively and highly engaging interactive magic show where the audience is the star! Micah the Magician will showcase multiple magic tricks as well as explain the magical resources the library... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Rainbow Bracelets Everyone is invited to create their own rainbow bracelets as we celebrate Pride Month! |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Fiber Art, Knitting, and Crocheting Club The Fiber Arts & Knitting Club is a weekly drop-in group for adults and teens interested in knitting, crocheting, and other fiber crafts. Bring your current... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm |
Breakdancing With Eric Nishimoto The program starts with an exciting breaking aka breakdance performance followed by a brief history of the hip-hop culture and breaking, a new Olympic sport in 2024. The... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tie Dye Bandanas Join us for our annual Tie Dye Day! Bandanas will be provided while supplies last. Feel free to bring your own 100% cotton item to dye. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Sushi Making for Teens Participants will enjoy choosing ingredients, rolling, and eating a delicious and healthy snack! All materials provided. Please be aware that we will handle and consume food. If you are allergic or... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 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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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Campfire S'mores Celebrate the summer as we gather around our virtual campfire and make s'mores! |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm |
Thrasher Thursdays Join us as we watch the latest skateboard videos from Thrasher Magazine as well as skateboarding classics from the 80s 90s and early 2000s. |
Central Library | Teens |
Film English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
How to Survive College Admissions as a Parent Learn strategies for managing stress, fostering effective communication, and providing the guidance your child needs during this pivotal time. Join us to... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Student Success English |
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Fri, Jun 27, 2025 10:00 am |
Gentle Yoga Series With Elisa Release habitual tension in your body and mind, linking breath and movement as you unwind through the ancient practice of Yoga. Create more strength, flexibility and balance in your... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Jun 27, 2025 2:00 pm |
Friday Movie Event Beginning June 13 through August 1 weekly movies will be shown during our Summer With the Library event.June 13: NopeJune 20: The NIckel BoysJune 27: Moana 2July 4: Library closedJuly 11... |
Northridge Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Fri, Jun 27, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Chess Club Do you play chess? Are you interested in learning? Then, join Stephen and Avi every Friday afternoon to learn and play chess with other people. All ages are welcome! |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Fri, Jun 27, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Family Game Zone Bring the family to our gaming zone. Activities will include board games, puzzles, and the Nintendo Switch. For ages 5 and up. Space and supplies are limited. |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Fri, Jun 27, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Council Teen Council is a space for teens 11-18 to make new friends and help the library while earning community service hours and developing leadership skills. Teens will collaborate with the YA Librarian to suggest... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Teens |
Volunteer Engagement English |
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Fri, Jun 27, 2025 4:00 pm |
Teen Game Day on Fridays Join us and your pals for an afternoon of gaming at the library! Along with a variety of vintage board games, we have Nintendo Switch games like Mario Kart and Mario Party. We also have Guitar... |
Central Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Sat, Jun 28, 2025 10:00 am |
Basic Sewing Workshop Join us for a free sewing basics workshop. You will learn how to thread and use a sewing machine, the basics of straight-line sewing, and how to make your own tote bag. No prior machine experience... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 28, 2025 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Intro to Watercolors Discover the joy of watercolor painting with instructor Melissa Elliott. During this 90-minute session, we will cover the fundamentals of this versatile and colorful art, including a discussion of... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 28, 2025 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Free One-on-One College Counseling Schedule a private 30-minute session with a trained college counselor. Suitable for students applying to college for fall 2026, or for those just starting out on their... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Teens |
Student Success English |
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Sat, Jun 28, 2025 1:00 pm |
Chalk Drawing for Adults Learn techniques to create beautiful images with chalk on black paper. Beginners & all skill levels are welcome. All supplies will be provided. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 28, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Tote Bag Decorating Bring your creativity for tote bag decorating! We'll provide a blank tote, stencils, fabric markers, and fabric paint. For Teens ages 13-18. Space is limited. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 28, 2025 2:30 pm |
Mini Travel Journal Making for Teens Create Your Own Mini Travel Journal!Using old maps from vintage atlas books, you will create your own mini travel journal to record impressions or make quick sketches of... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 28, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Miriam's Garden Poetry Reading We invite you to a wonderful celebration of Miriam's Garden, showcasing the inspiring poetry of William Archila, Lory Bedikian, and Doug Manuel. Our reading series features poets of color... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Poetry English |
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Sat, Jun 28, 2025 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Coding for Kids Led by teen volunteers, Coding for Kids introduces children to Python, a beginner-friendly and versatile coding language for children aged 6 and up. We highly encourage patrons to bring personal laptops for... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Computers & Technology English |
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Sat, Jun 28, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Bollywood Dance Class With Monica Sarin This fun class offers dance and movement for all ages, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned performer looking to learn a new style or develop your technique.... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 28, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
All About Sea Animals Join the Roundhouse Aquarium to learn about ocean science and interact with live tidepool animals at the library.This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Sat, Jun 28, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
3D Printing Basics Learn about 3D printing and 3D modeling. Participants who complete their projects and submit them, will have them printed and available for pick up in the lab. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sun, Jun 29, 2025 1:00 pm |
Anime Sundays Hi Teens! Come and get comfortable, hang out, and binge on your favorite or new anime! |
Central Library | Teens |
Film English |
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Mon, Jun 30, 2025 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Pickle: The Future is Fermented! Join us for a hands-on pickling workshop, introducing basic concepts in fermentation and vinegar pickling for the home kitchen. All materials and ingredients will be provided. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jun 30, 2025 12:00 pm |
Debate & Democracy - Teens Teens, join in these friendly and informative presentations/conversations about some of the subjects that will impact your lives. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens |
Student Success English |
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Mon, Jun 30, 2025 2:00 pm |
International Cooking for Teens Teens will learn to cook a different international dish each week from scratch. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jun 30, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Art for Advocacy Poster Workshop Create posters that reflect the causes you care about. We will provide paint, paper, stencils, and more. Recommended for ages 10-18. |
El Sereno Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 30, 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 30, 2025 3:30 pm |
Dungeons and Dragons Adventure Find your next adventure with a Dungeons and Dragons campaign. D&D is a tabletop fantasy role-playing game where players work together to solve a mystery, fight monsters, and... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Mon, Jun 30, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Movie Monday: Love, Simon Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month at the Baldwin Hills Branch.Simon is a closeted high schooler who falls for an anonymous online pen pal from his school who is also gay. When a blackmailer... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Mon, Jun 30, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm |
Magical Katrina Magic Show Katrina’s Magic Show will have audiences filled with excitement and hyper engaged. With over 10 years of experience performing magic, Katrina combines her sleight of hand, energetic... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 30, 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, Jun 30, 2025 4:30 pm |
Musical Beginnings for Young Composers Children aged 6 to 18 (and their parents) are invited to enroll in this professional music composition course, developed and taught specifically for children by... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 30, 2025 4:30 pm |
Library Safari Enjoy a one hour hands-on entertaining and educational show featuring arthropods, amphibians and reptiles of all sizes. You will be taken on a Safari around the world learning about various aspects of the... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 30, 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, Jun 30, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Monday Night Games Calling all DTLA and surrounding community members! You are invited to join us for weekly Monday night board gaming at Central Library. All skill levels are welcome. Here are the games being offered in... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Tue, Jul 01, 2025 2:00 pm |
Summer Art for Kids Join us for a series of exciting art programs each Tuesday throughout the summer. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 01, 2025 3:00 pm |
Collage Workshop for Kids Children, teens and their caregivers are invited to join us for a mixed media collage workshop with guest performer Sarah Taylor. Participants will learn about the function of collage in the... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 01, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Let's Get in a Pickle! Join us for a fun and hands-on workshop where you'll discover the science and creativity behind pickling a vareity of foods. You will get to take home your own pickled treat. Families are... |
John Muir Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jul 01, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Family Craft Time Children, teens and their families are invited to craft and create with us. Supplies will be provided. |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 01, 2025 3:30 pm |
Ice Cream in a Bag Explore the magic of science! Make your own ice cream in a bag and then add your favorite toppings. Recommended for kids, teens, and families.May not be suitable for those with food allergies or... |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Tue, Jul 01, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Game Night Join us for an afternoon of fun and games. Whether you're a fan of board games, video games, or card games, we have something for all teens! |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Tue, Jul 01, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Teen'Scape Playlist Come listen to music together! We’ll each pick songs to listen to and discuss them together in a judgment-free zone. Bring ideas for what songs you want to share, and we’ll add them to our... |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |