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Thu, Jul 03, 2025 4:30 am |
Money 101 What is one of life's biggest ideas, and how does that idea impact our financial choices? Explore this topic during a basic introduction to investing for teens. Please email teens@lapl.org from your school email address... |
Online Central Library |
Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Jul 03, 2025 4:30 am |
Teen & Tween Council CRAFT-ernoon: Perler Beads Do you want to share your opinions about the library, meet awesome young people, and participate in a craft? Then this event is for you! We... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Teen Councils English |
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Thu, Jul 03, 2025 12:30 pm to 1:30 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... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness, Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 03, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Teen 80s Movie Night Join us for a pre 4th of July movie and popcorn. We'll be showing E.T. the Extra Terrestrial; an icon of 80s cinema and pop culture! Rated PG. Ages 11-17 only, please. |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Teens |
Film English |
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Thu, Jul 03, 2025 2:00 pm |
Summer Science for Kids Each week we will explore science in a different way. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 03, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Craft Hour - Bouncy Balls Children, teens and their families are welcome to join us for an hour of crafting. This week we will be making our own bouncy balls.All supplies will be provided. |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 03, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Illusions by Allen Straight from the world-famous Magic Castle, Allen presents an outstanding magic show that's fun for the whole family.This program was made possible with the generous support of the Friends of the Mid-... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 03, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Brick Building Play Join us for a fun-filled session of brick building! Let your imagination soar as you bring your engineering ideas to life. Create anything you can dream up with our collection of building bricks. |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 03, 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, Jul 03, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Design a Slap Bracelet Start with a blank slap bracelet and make it your own! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 03, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Board Games Afternoon Join us for fun-filled board games. Prepare to roll the dice, strategize, and blast with fellow board game enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to board games, this event is... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Thu, Jul 03, 2025 4:00 pm |
Teen Maker Day - Wish Upon an Origami Star Join the Fairfax Teen Council as we make origami stars—with a special library twist! How many stars can you make? Refreshments and materials provided. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 03, 2025 4:00 pm |
Chinese Dessert Dumpling Demo & Tasting Join Chef Jessica Wang for a communal Chinese dessert tradition: preparing hand rolled sticky rice dumplings! Learn about the symbolic significance of... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 05, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Learn to Crochet a Ball Learn basic crochet stitches and techniques by making a hacky sack or stress ball during this four-session workshop instructed by longtime crochet teacher, Julie. All supplies will be provided, and... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 05, 2025 11:30 am to 3:30 pm |
Outdoor Reading Nook at the Library Take a moment to unwind and relax on our outdoor patio. Bring your favorite book and escape into another world as you enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and gentle breeze. |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 05, 2025 1:00 pm |
Breakdancing With Eric Nishimoto and JUiCE Hip Hop Join us for an introduction to breakdancing with Eric Nishimoto and JUiCE Hip Hop! We’ll start off with an exciting breaking (aka breakdancing... |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jul 07, 2025 4:30 am |
Young Readers Book Club & Ice Cream Social The Young Readers Book Club is reading A Snicker of Magic by... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Book Clubs English |
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Mon, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Movie: Dogman When a faithful police dog and his human police officer owner are injured together on the job, a harebrained but life-saving surgery fuses the two of them together and Dog Man is born. Dog Man is sworn to... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Mon, Jul 07, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Let's Get Into a Pickle Together Learn pickling basics from chef instructor, Jessica Wang. For all ages. |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jul 07, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Chess & Checkers Chess is a game that has been played and studied for a thousand years. It challenges our minds to strategize and teaches us to think about the moves we make and anticipate the consequences. We are... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Mon, Jul 07, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Sewing for Teens Join us for a simple sewing class. Each participant will first learn to sew a seam, then move to creating a hair scrunchie using both machine and hand stitching.All supplies provided, ages 8-18. |
El Sereno Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Monday Movie Matinee: Wicked Celebrate Disability Pride Month at the Pacoima Branch.Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Mon, Jul 07, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Nature Drawing With Kelvin Nguyen Join us for another adventure with Expedition L.A., a free program series bringing you closer to the beautiful nature and state parks of Los Angeles. Using simple supplies,... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 2025 4:15 pm |
Henna and Glitter Tattoos With Katy DeBra Enjoy an afternoon of henna and glitter tattoos with artist Katy DeBra of Art Luminous. While recreating designs on participants, Katy will briefly explain... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 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 08, 2025 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kid's Building Block Play Time Bring your imagination and skill. Have fun and leave your creation here at the library for display. For all ages and the entire family. |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games, STEM English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 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 08, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Duck Tape Craft Day Hey Teens and Tweens! Join us to make keychains, zipper bags, and padded tech pouches with colorful duck tape!All supplies will be provided. This craft is best suited to teens and tweens ages 11 and... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Temporary Body Art/Henna Workshop Join us for this Summer With the Library teen program offering. While creating designs on participants, artist Katy DeBra will briefly explain henna's use and history,... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Emoji Perler Beads & Button Making Join us for a fun, hands-on craft session to celebrate World Emoji Day! We’ll be making emoji-themed Perler bead designs and custom buttons you can wear, share, or... |
John Muir Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 3:00 pm |
Express Yourself Through Beat Making Join us for a series of beat-making classes for kids and tweens, taught by teens. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 3:00 pm |
Film Screening: The Fall Guy Colt Seavers (Ryan Gosling) is The Fall Guy (2024, PG-13), a stuntman who gets blown up, shot, crashed, thrown through windows and dropped from heights, all in the name of Hollywood... |
Edendale Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Building Robots With Paul Thompson Join us Tuesday afternoon as Paul Thompson reveals the inner and outer workings of his full sized robots and animatronics based on popular film and TV characters that you are... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Film English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Mafia Murder Mystery Party for Teens THERE HAS BEEN A MURDER! Join us for a game of Mafia, but extra.This game is recommended for teens ages 11-18. |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Family Ukulele Class Anyone can play the ukulele! Please join us to learn the basics. No experience is necessary, and all materials are provided. |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 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 |
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Tue, Jul 08, 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 |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 4:00 pm |
Air Dry Clay Workshop for Teens This is a two part workshop. July 1: Participants will learn basic pottery techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slipping which they will use to create their own air dry... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Intro to Embroidery Join us for a stitching circle as we make hoop art featuring woodland animals. All skill levels are welcome and materials will be provided. |
Studio City Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Podcasting: Equipment, Editing, and Software Have a killer podcast idea, but don't know where to start? Learn about podcasting equipment and apps in this hands-on workshop led by Connectopod!This... |
Westwood Branch Library | Teens |
Computers & Technology, Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Candy Jewelry Making for Teens Jewelry designer Seville Michelle will teach teens the basics of jewelry making using various supplies and tools to transform packaged candy and recycled materials into unique... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 4:00 pm |
Feelings Matter: A Family Literacy Workshop Families will discover new vocabulary words to express their feelings through an exciting book and hands-on activities! We will have refreshments, and... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Korean Kimbap Making With Emmy Lam Emmy Lam will teach how to make delicious Korean Kimbap! This event is for ages 11 years and older. |
Platt Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |