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Sat, Aug 16, 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, Aug 16, 2025 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
San Pedro Library Stamp Club Come Join the San Pedro Library Stamp Club. We always have free stamps for collectors or those who are interested in starting their own collection. We also have experienced... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 16, 2025 12:00 pm |
Walk- in Tutoring With Edwin 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... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Aug 16, 2025 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Emergency Preparedness: How to Plan for the Unexpected "...Where will you be when disaster strikes?" The City of Los Angeles is spread over 470 square miles, and its terrain is subject to... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Sat, Aug 16, 2025 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Jaws Labor Day is approaching...Is it safe to go back in the water?Join us as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the movie Jaws.In August, join us as we screen the 1975... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Sat, Aug 16, 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, Aug 16, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Arnold Weiss Presents The Ernie Pyle Show Master storyteller Arnold Weiss will present captivating true stories shared by renowned World War II correspondent and Pulitzer Prize winner Ernie Pyle. The... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
History & Genealogy, Lectures English |
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Sun, Aug 17, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutoring With Nan 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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Mon, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 2025 1:00 pm |
UCLA Mobile Health Clinic Free The UCLA Mobile Health Clinic will provide free on-site community health care and screenings. No insurance or identification is required.Services include:Wound care and... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Aug 18, 2025 2:00 pm |
Vocabulary Development With Elaine and Karen In this class, adult learners will increase their passive and active vocabulary, including usage and idioms. This class is recommended for intermediate... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 18, 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 |
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Mon, Aug 18, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Chess & Checkers at the Library Join us to play chess and checkers. We will meet for casual games in the Meeting Room. Chess and checkers sets will be provided, but you can bring your own. All ages and experience... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Mon, Aug 18, 2025 2:00 pm |
Active Studio: Forager Crafts - Watercolor Painting Join us for a watercolor painting workshop. Attendees will learn techniques such as blending, layering, and creating washes, and will have... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Aug 18, 2025 3:00 pm |
English Language Worksheets With Stephen Join us for engaging writing sessions where a session leader will guide you through a variety of English writing activities and worksheets. Designed for... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 18, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Yarn Therapy Please join us in our workshop on how to crochet, or bring your yarn project to work on. All skill levels are welcome. Materials will be available on a limited basis. |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Mon, Aug 18, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Adult Coloring Take a break and unwind for a relaxing coloring session for adults. All materials are provided for free. |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Aug 18, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Active Studio: Forager Studio-Weaving With Recycled Materials These weavings are created on reusable cardboard looms, which guests will take home at the end of the workshop. Each guest... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Aug 18, 2025 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutoring Adults can work with an in-person tutor for 15-20 minutes. No appointment required. Walk-in tutoring is available on a first come, first served basis. This free service includes... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 18, 2025 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Art Class With Karén You will be instructed on the basics of drawing (black and white and colored pencils), and painting (mostly watercolor). However, you are free to use any medium you prefer and are familiar with.Note:... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Aug 18, 2025 5:45 pm |
Watch and Talk With Goldie Americans often speak fast and use confusing expressions and slang. Watching and discussing TV and film is an effective and fun way to improve your comprehension and communication in modern... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 18, 2025 6:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Eddie 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... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Aug 19, 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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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
English Conversation Class With Debbie Speak English with confidence! This English conversation class is perfect for beginner and intermediate levels. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Tech TryOut Cart Did you know that the Los Angeles Public Library lends e-books, audiobooks, movies, music, magazines, newspapers, comic books, and more to our patrons on their smartphones, tablets, laptops, or desktop... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes | Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must have a green... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 12:30 pm to 2:30 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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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Visión y Compromiso Community Resource Tabling In partnership with the Department of Health, Visión y Compromiso will be providing referrals to services and social, financial, and health... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Tue, Aug 19, 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 |
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Tue, Aug 19, 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 |
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Tue, Aug 19, 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 |
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Tue, Aug 19, 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 |
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Tue, Aug 19, 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 |
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
The Active Studio: The Art of Collage In this workshop, guests will create unique analog collage artworks using a variety of materials, including magazines, newspapers, vintage book pages, and found items.... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Forgotten Hollywood: Beware of the Blog With Manny Pacheco Manny Pacheco, author and radio reporter (KNX 1070 am), will discuss his latest book, Forgotten Hollywood - Beware of the Blog.The... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Authors English |
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Active Studio: Watercolor Painting With Forager Crafts Explore the art of watercolor in this fun and relaxing art program for older adults! All materials provided.This program is supported by... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
Culinary Medicine Dinner Lecture: A Moroccan Inspired Experience With Dr. Desmonette Hazly Join Dr. Desmonette Hazly for a culinary medicine demonstrative... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Lectures English |
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 5:15 pm to 7:15 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutoring Adults can work with an in-person tutor for 15-20 minutes. No appointment required. Walk-in tutoring is available on a first come, first served basis.This free service includes... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Chess Club Do you play chess? Would you like to learn? Join us as we all learn to play one of the world's oldest games. All ages and skill levels are welcome. A volunteer will be available to answer questions. Chess sets will... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Clases de Ciudadania Gratis La biblioteca ofrece una serie de clases que le ayudarán a prepararse para el exámen de ciudadanía. Las clases son en español y son para las personas que califican para tomar el... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration Español |
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 6:00 pm to 7:50 pm |
Tech Help, Just for You Our friendly tech aide is available at the Information Desk on the following days to provide free, one-on-one assistance with your technology questions and needs. No appointment is needed. Just... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English, Español |
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Wed, Aug 20, 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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Wed, Aug 20, 2025 10:00 am |
Writing Class With Nancy, Robin, Judy and Harry This class will teach adults the basics of writing, from structuring a sentence to writing a paragraph. You will also practice writing for everyday... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Aug 20, 2025 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
NLSLA Free Estate Planning Clinic | Clinica Gratuita De Legalización De Un Testamento Do you need a will, trust, power of attorney, or health care directive? Do... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Wed, Aug 20, 2025 10:00 am to 1:00 pm |
LADPH Substance Abuse Center The Center provides education classes and links community members to local support services including: substance use prevention services for alcohol abuse, drug use and substance... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Wed, Aug 20, 2025 10:30 am to 12:30 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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Wed, Aug 20, 2025 11:00 am |
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 a... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Aug 20, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Clases de Ciudadania Gratis La biblioteca ofrece una serie de clases que le ayudarán a prepararse para el exámen de ciudadanía. Las clases son en español y son para las personas que califican para tomar el... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration Español |
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Wed, Aug 20, 2025 12:30 pm |
English Conversation With Bob and Tom Speak English with confidence! English conversation class is perfect for any level. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |