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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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Sun, May 04, 2025 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm |
Storytime for Wellness and Thriving Children's book author and illustrator Oshri Hakak will read stories and play music for a fun afternoon break!This program is presented in collaboration with NAMI West Los... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Health & Wellness, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sun, May 04, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Mystery Book Club We meet on the first Sunday of each month to discuss a mystery, thriller, or suspense book picked by the group. For current titles, please contact the West LA Library at ... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sun, May 04, 2025 2:00 pm |
Projecting L.A. 2024 - Grand Finale Join us for the grand finale screening of Projecting L.A. 2024, a 60-minute documentary showcasing captivating street photography and photojournalism by 32 Los Angeles-... |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Film English |
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Sun, May 04, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
May the 4th Be With You Party Celebrate May the 4th at the library with Star Wars themed crafts and activities. Feel free to come dressed as your favorite character.This program is intended for children ages 5-12 and... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sun, May 04, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Tell My Story Film Screening and Conversation Join us for a powerful afternoon of storytelling, connection and healing. This event features a 45-minute film screening, followed by an honest, heart... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Film, Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, May 05, 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, May 05, 2025 10:00 am to 8:00 pm |
Arts and Scraps Drop by during library operating hours and claim an Arts and Scraps kit while supplies last! Each take-and-make kit contains materials and instructions for a new upcycling craft project every month. |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, May 05, 2025 10:00 am |
Baby & Toddler Storytime Join us for stories and songs. This program is intended for children ages 0-3. |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, May 05, 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 Scribner Anthology... |
Online West Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, May 05, 2025 10:00 am |
Cinco de Mayo Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with activities all day. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, May 05, 2025 10:00 am to 8:00 pm |
Take Home Craft for Kids: Koinobori Happy AAPI heritage month! Pick up a kit to make your own koi fish streamer, and learn all about Children's Day in Japan. |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, May 05, 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, May 05, 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, May 05, 2025 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Toddler Storytime Join us and enjoy stories, songs, and more for children ages 18 months to 3 years. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, May 05, 2025 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Preschool Storytime Join us for stories, action rhymes, and songs presented by our Children's Librarian. Children may play with toys from 11 to 11:30 a.m. This program is for children ages 2 - 5 and their caregivers. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, May 05, 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, May 05, 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, May 05, 2025 10:30 am |
Baby and Toddler Storytime Join us for storytime every Monday morning. We will share stories, songs, and fun fingerplays! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, May 05, 2025 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Preschool Storytime Start your day with joy at our fun and engaging storytime with Children's Librarian Keshia. Join us Monday mornings for songs, picture books, and play. This storytime is suitable for children... |
Westwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |