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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Nossi Bojagi Wrapping Workshop Welcome to our Bojagi wrapping class! Bojagi is a traditional Korean wrapping cloth with a rich history. In this class, we will delve into... |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Guzheng and Vocal Performance: An Exploration of Asian American Music Journey through a performance of the ancient Chinese guzheng and... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm |
Inventive Instruments What musical instruments can you make with the materials around you? Renowned musician and woodworker Rich Briggs transforms ordinary materials like hubcaps and cigar boxes into magical stringed... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Crafternoon: Button Making Enjoy and afternoon of crafts, button making edition! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm |
Study Break for Teens: Mini Zen Gardens Stressed about AP tests or any upcoming finals? Teens are welcome to stop by the Playa Vista Library for a study break and make mini zen gardens!Each attendee will go home with their... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm |
Family Literacy Workshop: Playing With Sounds Families are invited to move, play with words, make rhymes, and look for sounds! This workshop will also provide families with new vocabulary and tips on... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Craft- Candy Roses All teens are invited to stop by our community room make their very own candy roses. Supplies will be provided, space is limited. |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Candle Decorating for Mother's Day DIY/ Decoración de Velas para el Día de las Madres Come decorate a candle for Mother's Day. Material will be provided.Limit of 15 attendees.Venga a decorar una vela... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm |
Frame the Love: A Mother's Day Craft Celebrate Mom with a fun, creative craft! Kids will make beautiful picture frames to give as a special Mother’s Day gift. |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm |
Musical Journey Around the World Join us for an interactive musical experience, exploring music from around the world through a variety of instruments like drums, sitar and rain sticks. Together we will engage... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Game Day Join us for Game Day. Build, create, and have fun with building bricks and board games. Meet new friends and enjoy endless entertainment at this in-person event. Don't miss out! |
Sylmar Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games, STEM English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm |
Astro Camp: Build a Satellite The Europa Clipper Mission is a solar-powered robotic spacecraft launched by NASA. Learn more about the Europa Clipper and construct a satellite with all the necessary components.... |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Henna Hopes Body Art Join us for henna body art. Get in line to receive tattoos based on various design types, using organic henna and 100% natural essential oils that are safe for all skin types. During this program... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm |
Charlas: Ready for Success | Listos Pa’ La Vida A free Parent/Caregiver workshop about Multilingualism for kids.May 1 - Workshop 1: Communication in Multiple Languages & Modalities.May 8 -... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Afternoon Creativity and Adventure Children are invited to make Mother's Day greeting cards to show their love and appreciation. After crafting, the excitement continues with a spring egg hunt—find hidden... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Mother's Day Craft Make a Mother's Day craft using card-stock, markers, crayons, colored-pencils, and other craft materials. Adults and kids are welcome. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Family Storytime Stories, songs and fingerplays for all ages. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutoring With Michele 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... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:30 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 |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
STAR Storytime Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteers, Phyllis and Charity. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our branch. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Teen RPG: Apocalypse Edition We're off on an adventure in a post-apocalyptic setting where the powerful control access to resources and those on the margins scrabble for survival. This is a casual role-playing... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
Intermediate English Conversation Class Join our Intermediate English Conversation Class to improve your communication, grammar, and expand your vocabulary.Contact the literacy coordinator for more information... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 5:00 pm |
Mystery Book Club Calling all sleuths! Join us on the second Thursday of each month for a thoughtful discussion of mysteries and thrillers. |
Online Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must have a green card. |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 6:00 pm |
Gentle Yoga With Kanica Suy Join Kanica Suy for a gentle vinyasa flow and yin yoga. Bend, breathe, stretch and meditate. Bring your own mat (required) and water, and optional props. All levels are welcome.Now four... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
Poetry Workshop With Martin Jago The Poetry Workshop invites new and seasoned poets to share new work and provide feedback, facilitated by British-American poet Martin Jago. This weekly two-hour workshop is... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Adults |
Poetry English |
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Thu, May 08, 2025 7:25 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:Guidance from a trained... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Fri, May 09, 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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Fri, May 09, 2025 9:30 am to 11:00 am |
Bilingual Storytime at the Venice Farmer's Market Join the Venice Librarians and our staff for a bilingual Spanish storytime and craft program. This family-friendly activity takes place every... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances, Sensory Friendly, Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 9:45 am |
Pilates Movement Develop strength, flexibility and balance through the fusion of pilates mat and various styles of movement. All levels welcome. No sign ups necessary but please no entry after the first ten minutes. |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 10:00 am to 11:30 am |
Yoga & Meditation With Master John Energy connects your mind and body. Through our guided practice, you can develop energy awareness, which helps promote peace of mind, inspiration, and joy. You can use a... |
Online Memorial Branch Library |
Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 10:00 am |
Mindfulness Meditation Feeling stressed? Join us for mindfulness meditation.Mindfulness is simply connecting your mind and body to the present moment. Meditation has been shown to reduce anxiety and increase focus,... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 10:00 am to 11:30 am |
English Conversation With Ronnie Speak English with confidence! Join our Beginner English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. For more information, contact (213) 228... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Kanen 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,... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 10:00 am to 11:00 am |
Gentle Vinyasa Yoga Class Join us for Gentle Vinyasa with Yoga Alliance Certified instructor Heather Flynn. Together, we will link breath to gentle movement and poses in an accessible and mindful way.... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 10:00 am to 11:30 am |
All About the News With Judy Learn English by discussing today’s headlines. The class includes reading, writing, and speaking. Build reading comprehension and learn to express yourself verbally. For more information,... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, May 09, 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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Fri, May 09, 2025 11:00 am |
Multicultural Literacy With Cyd This class explores works of fiction and non-fiction from various cultures around the world as a way to understand our differences and the world as we see it today. Attend the class... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Knitting Club Attention Knitters and Crocheters! Join us for an afternoon of yarn fun. Bring your current project(s), any friends that knit/crochet and meet other yarn enthusiasts. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 11:30 am |
Writing Skills Class With Chun: Intermediate Level This class will teach adult learners writing strategies for everyday use, such as writing emails, letters, and messages. The class will also... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 11:30 am to 1:30 pm |
Walk-in-Tutor Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults will work with a tutor for 20 minute sessions. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointments or... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 11:30 am to 1:30 pm |
Chinese for Beginners Already have some Mandarin vocabulary and tones under your belt? Are you ready to take your Mandarin to the next level? Join our Mandarin for Beginners program series! It will run from May 2 to July... |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Chinese |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 12:00 pm |
Nonfiction Book Club Join us on the second Friday of every month for the nonfiction book club.Upcoming meetings:July 11: Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir by Ina GartenAugust 8: The Anxious... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 12:00 pm |
Japanese Language Class Learn Japanese with our experienced instructor. This class is for beginners. Stay tuned for the upcoming transition to a once-a-month Japanese conversation circle! |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Adults |
Language Learning English, Japanese |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Support Group Come process and discuss various topics with the help of a mental health clinician. Each week will be different, based on the needs of the participants. Drop in whenever you feel like you need some support.... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Lee 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 citizenship... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
French Conversation Group Come practice your language skills with other French speakers in this free-flowing conversational program. |
Online Westwood Branch Library |
Adults |
Language Learning French |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Miss Sandy Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Miss Sandy. Come three times and take home a free book. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 3:00 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 storytimes at our branch.STAR storytimes are... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, May 09, 2025 3:30 pm |
Pronunciation and Idioms With Jill Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and better understand those unusual expressions called idioms? This class is for you! Adults will practice pronouncing... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |