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Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Tue, May 13, 2025
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
The Active Studio: Gymnasium for 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...
El Sereno Branch Library Seniors Health & Wellness

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Beryl
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Beryl. Take home a book after reading with Beryl three times.
Granada Hills Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 13, 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
Tue, May 13, 2025
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
STAR Stories With Ms. Mo
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Ms. Mo. Take home a free book after attending three events.
Wilmington Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
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
Tue, May 13, 2025
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
HIV Screening
The Black AIDS Institute will be on hand to provide free HIV tests to anyone 13 years of age and older.
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library Adults Health & Wellness

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Student Zone Helper
Join us for Student Zone! Need help? Ask our experienced tutor who is available to help you with your homework.Help includes:Assistance with homework and school researchFree PrintingAccess to school...
Chatsworth Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Tue, May 13, 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
Tue, May 13, 2025
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Read to a Dog
Visit us to read to Grant, our lovely friend. Practice your reading, cuddling, combing or just enjoying the dog.
Sun Valley Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Read With a STAR: Karin
Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer, Karin. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR readers.
Platt Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 13, 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
Tue, May 13, 2025
2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help
Visit our Student Zone! Student zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Trained...
Panorama City Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Tue, May 13, 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
Tue, May 13, 2025
2:30 pm
Korean Conversation 1-3
Do you want to learn Korean? Join us and learn the Korean language and culture.This program is presented by the Los Angeles Public Library and the King Sejong Institute Center U.S.A.
Online
Central Library
Adults Language Learning

English, Korean
Tue, May 13, 2025
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12
Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Quiet, Safe Study...
Wilmington Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
K-8th Grade Math Help
K-8th grade students are welcome to meet with our Math Homework Helper for help with basic and advanced math problems, including algebra and geometry.
Chatsworth Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12
Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Quiet, Safe Study...
Echo Park Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
2:30 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12
Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Quiet, Safe Study...
Memorial Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12
Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Quiet, safe, study...
Valley Plaza Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Tue, May 13, 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
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:00 pm
Read With a STAR: Jeffrey
Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Jeffrey. Earn a free book with every three visits.
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:00 pm
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help
Trained homework helpers will assist K-12 students with school assignments and help navigate the library's online student...
Washington Irving Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Life's Journey: Free Group Therapy Sessions
Are you dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting issues, overwhelmed, hopelessness etc? Come talk about your daily life challenges in a safe...
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library Adults Health & Wellness

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:00 pm
Homework Help
Visit our Student Zone after school where our Homework Helper can offer assistance or supplies. You can also study in our teen or children’s section. Our branch has computers dedicated solely for the use of...
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help
Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Trained homework helpers will...
Canoga Park Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English, Español
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:00 pm
Film Screening: The Yellow Rose (2020)
Yellow Rose (2020, PG-13) tells the story of Rose, an undocumented 17 year-old Filipina who dreams of one day leaving her small Texas town to pursue a career as country music...
Edendale Branch Library Adults Film

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:10 pm
Walk-in Tutoring With Tim
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...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:30 pm
Homework Help
Do you need help with homework? Do you need school supplies to complete your homework? Would you like to print for free? Great! Come to our branch for homework help. Our tutors are here to assist. For students...
Lake View Terrace Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Chess Club
Learn to play chess or step up your game with Coach Bill. All levels and ages are welcome!

Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library Kids, Adults Games

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:30 pm to 4:15 pm
Little Scientists: Magnets
Enjoy STEM activities using magnets for ages 2-5. Parents will need to help children with activities.
Granada Hills Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids STEM

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Children's Storytime and Painting
Hear a painting story and get inspired to create your own unique work of art with brushes and washable paint.
Ascot Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
3:40 pm
Korean Conversation 2-2
Join us and learn the Korean language and culture.This program is presented by the Los Angeles Public Library and the King Sejong Institute Center U.S.A.
Online
Central Library
Adults Language Learning

English, Korean
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Eviction Response Workshop
This in person workshop will guide you through the Tenant Power Toolkit. The Tenant Power Toolkit is an online resource that helps tenants create an answer (a legal response to their...
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library Adults Community Resources & Services

English, Español
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
English Conversation Class With Eda
Speak English with confidence! The English conversation class is perfect for any level. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and...
Wilmington Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Teen Council
Join Teen Council to get involved and make a difference at the Woodland Hills Branch Library! Meet other teens in the community, develop leadership skills, and earn community service hours. Teen Council is for...
Woodland Hills Branch Library Teens Volunteer Engagement

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Tea and a Tale Virtual Reading Series
Brew some tea, relax, and listen to a serialized live reading of a public domain book or short story on Zoom or by phone! We welcome new attendees and read a section...
Online
Northridge Branch Library
Adults Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm
Create Batik-Inspired Art for Asian American Heritage Month
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by learning about the Indonesian art of batik, and make your...
Los Feliz Branch Library Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
STAR Storytime With Robin
Our STAR volunteers read to children one-on-one or in small groups. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book to keep after attending three STAR reading sessions at our branch.STAR...
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Tue, May 13, 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
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm
Teen Tuesday Hangout
Come in and enjoy a fun, social space. We will have snacks, games, and craft supplies!
Lincoln Heights Branch Library Teens Games

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm
Get Ready for College: Unlocking College Admissions
Explore overlooked strategies and insights that can significantly impact your college application process. This workshop will give you tips...
Panorama City Branch Library Teens Student Success

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Dessert Dumpling Making Class for Teens
Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month by making your own Chinese dessert dumplings! Prepare vegan, sticky rice dumplings and learn the symbolic...
Woodland Hills Branch Library Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm
Teen Architectural Design
Teens will plan their foundation on a "lot" (mat board) by pinpointing the structural posts and marking them on the lot. Packing peanuts will serve as the posts, and will be glued down...
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm
Mini-Book Craft for Teens
Teens come learn how to make a mini-book to use as journel or to give as a gift. All materials are supplied and limited to 15 teens ( ages 11-18).
Vermont Square Branch Library Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Koinobori Craft
Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month by making your own koinobori craft.*Koinobori (鯉のぼり), meaning 'carp streamer', are carp-shaped windsocks traditionally flown in Japan to celebrate Tango...
Atwater Village Branch Library Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm
Japanese Potato Chip Taste Test
Teens, come taste test a bunch of potato chip flavors that are only found in Japan... then rate them!
Canoga Park Branch Library Teens Games

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Teen Game Day
Play chess and other board games with other teens. For teens in 6th-12th grade.
Pacoima Branch Library Teens Games

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm
Teen Council
Teens ages 14 - 19 are invited to make a difference at their library in a variety of ways and earn community service hours at the same time! Meet other teens in your community, and develop leadership...
Panorama City Branch Library Teens Student Success, Volunteer Engagement

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Dear Change: A Teen Letter-Writing Workshop
Your words have power—use them! In this hands-on workshop, teens will learn how to craft compelling letters to make a difference, whether it’s advocating...
Valley Plaza Branch Library Teens Writing

English
Tue, May 13, 2025
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Adult Literacy Walk-In Tutor | Tutoria Gratis Para Adultos
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or practice your English conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for...
Cypress Park Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English

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