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Friday, May 16, 2025
Fri, May 16, 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
Fri, May 16, 2025
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Third Friday Movie Event: Mufasa
We host a movie screening on the third Friday of every month at 2 p.m. This month, join us for the movie Mufasa. Lost and alone, orphaned cub Mufasa meets a sympathetic lion...
Northridge Branch Library Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors Film

English
Fri, May 16, 2025
3:00 pm
Read With STAR Reader Richaunti
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Richaunti.
Fairfax Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Fri, May 16, 2025
3:30 pm
LA Made Presents: Grow, Cook, Eat, & Grow
Join us for a great program about the Cottage Food Industry in L.A., selling your stuff at Farmers Markets/Festivals, cooking with locally grown ingredients,...
Junipero Serra Branch Library Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness

English
Fri, May 16, 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
Fri, May 16, 2025
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Henna Hopes Body Art
Join us for Henna Body art! Line up to get tattoos by design types with organic henna and 100% natural essential oils, safe for all skin types. Learn the history and application of Henna during this...
Chatsworth Branch Library Teens Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Fri, May 16, 2025
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Are You on Track to Get Into a UC?
This Get Ready for College workshop equips students and their families with essential information and strategies for navigating the University of California (UC) admissions process....
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library Teens, Adults Student Success

English
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Sat, May 17, 2025
9:30 am to 10:30 am
Zumba for Adults!
Come join us for great exercise and fun!Please note, we will not have Zumba class on the following dates:Saturday, November 8
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library Adults Health & Wellness

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
9:30 am to 11:30 am
Read With STAR Volunteer Olga
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer Olga. Read with a STAR three times and take home a free book!STAR schedules are...
Eagle Rock Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Book Club for Middle Grade Readers: How to Find What You're Not Looking For by Veera Hiranandani
Middle-grade readers are invited to participate in our...
Online
Palisades Branch Library
Kids Book Clubs

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:00 am
Pronunciation Class With Adrienne
During these weekly sessions, participants will practice commonly used words and expressions that will help with informal and practical English for work, school, home, or...
Fairfax Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Friends of the Harbor City-Harbor Gateway Branch Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Harbor City-Harbor Gateway Branch Library will be selling gently used books. All proceeds will...
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library Adults Book Sales

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:00 am
Read With a STAR: Jim
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Jim. Take home a free book after reading with Jim three times.
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:00 am to 1:00 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. 
Pacoima Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:00 am to 11:30 am
English Conversation Class
English Conversation Classes for Adults! Ready to improve your English? Join us every other Saturday for an interesting session on conversation, vocabulary, grammar, fluency, and...
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy, Language Learning

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:00 am
Read With STAR Volunteer Ms. Liz
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Liz. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.Los niños...
Valley Plaza Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Adult Walk-in Tutoring With Mariah
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
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:30 am to 11:00 am
Zumba for Kids!
Join us for exercise and fun! Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Recommended for ages 5+.Please note that there is no zumba on the following dates: 11/8.
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library Kids Health & Wellness

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
10:30 am to 11:30 am
The Alana Banana Show
Alana Banana brings music and movement through interactive, original, and well known kid’s songs to inspire joy and imagination. There will also be a special guest appearance by Silly Monkey! 
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Storytelling and Reading With STAR Volunteer Frances
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our extraordinary STAR Volunteer Frances.
Wilshire Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:00 am
Walk-in Tutoring With Marley
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...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Beginning Chess
Chess expert Brian Glover introduces the classic game of strategy as he simultaneously plays against all the students. All ages and levels are welcome.
Westwood Branch Library Kids, Teens, Adults Games

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:00 am to 11:30 am
Japanese Storytime
Join us for our fun lively Japanese Storytime held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month. Listen to exciting and entertaining stories, and sing some songs too!
Little Tokyo Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English, Japanese
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
STAR Stories With Abenaa
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer Abenaa. Come three times and take home a free book.
Westwood Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cosplay for Science Presents: The Shield Fern Guild’s Museum of Natural Wonders
Calling all adventurers! Head to the Museum of Natural Wonders at the Octavia Lab, a pop-up...
Central Library Teens, Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
"We Write the Book" Craft Program
Join artist Debra Disman for this all-ages craft series, where we learn to make a different book each session! Play with fun materials and learn new skills! All...
Northridge Branch Library Kids, Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Andy Crocker: Experience Creation Workshop
Meet 2025 Los Angeles Public Library Creator in Residence Andy Crocker.

Andy will introduce us to the world of experience design as an art form, including...
Chatsworth Branch Library Teens, Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Yacht Rock Yoga
Stretch, breathe, move, and groove to the smooth sounds of the 70s. Led by Sharon Holly, you can sing, hum, sway, or dance to music that will bring a smile to your face and ease and peace to your heart.
All...
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library Adults Health & Wellness

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:00 am to 4:30 pm
AAPI Joy: Storytelling, Narratives and History
Celebrate the diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities in Los Angeles at AAPI Joy, a free festival for all ages. Explore the City’s rich AAPI...
Central Library Kids, Adults Authors, Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:30 am
Pronunciation and Communication Class (Intermediate Level) With Linda and Lea
Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and communication skills? This class is...
Central Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Stitch and Yarn Club
The Stitch & Yarn Club is a welcoming and creative space for teens and adults interested in and passionate about needle arts! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stitch, bead, or quilt...
Granada Hills Branch Library Teens, Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Stress Management Workshop in Japanese
These workshops by Yellow Chair Collective are held in Japanese. Join us for a stress-relief workshop to find more calm in your everyday life. Learn unique...
Little Tokyo Branch Library Adults, Seniors Health & Wellness

Japanese
Sat, May 17, 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
Sat, May 17, 2025
12:00 pm
Seeing is Believing: Fun With Optical Illusions
What do you think happens when you look out at the world? Most people think that when they open their eyes, they see the world as it is. As if your...
Mar Vista Branch Library Kids, Teens STEM

English
Sat, May 17, 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
Sat, May 17, 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
Sat, May 17, 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
Sat, May 17, 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
Sat, May 17, 2025
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Well Played! A Tabletop Gaming Gathering
Join us for our monthly gathering for modern board and card game fun, adults and teens welcome. A selection of titles will be available to play, including...
Edendale Branch Library Adults Games

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Information Session for Preparing to File for Citizenship
If you are at least 18 years of age, have been a green card holder for at least 5 years, and lived continuously in the U.S. for 5 years...
Mar Vista Branch Library Adults Community Resources & Services

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Sesión informativa para prepararse para solicitar la ciudadanía
Esta sesión informativa lo preparará para la clínica de la N-400 el 31 de mayo en la Biblioteca Sucursal Mar...
Mar Vista Branch Library Adults Community Resources & Services

Español
Sat, May 17, 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
Sat, May 17, 2025
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Drum For Fun
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 togetherness. It allows families to bond in a...
Pacoima Branch Library Adults Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
2:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Movie Screening: Robocop
In a violent, near-apocalyptic Detroit, evil corporation Omni Consumer Products wins a contract from the city government to privatize the police force. To test their crime-eradicating cyborgs...
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library Teens, Adults Film

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
2:00 pm
Big Read Book Discussion: The House on Mango Street
Join us to discuss the Big Read Book of 2025, The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros.
Echo Park Branch Library Adults Book Clubs

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
2:00 pm
LA Made Presents: Introduction to Yiddish Theater
Please join us as lecturer Arnold Weiss tells the history of Yiddish Theater in the United States including stories of Paul Muni, Walter Matthau...
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library Adults Lectures

English
Sat, May 17, 2025
2:00 pm
LA Made Presents: Sounds of Winds
This entrancing program of traditional Korean music (rooted in shamanic rituals and agrarian life) and contemporary music influenced by Korean culture is led by the engaging...
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library Kids, Adults Music & Performances

English
Sat, May 17, 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
Sat, May 17, 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
Sat, May 17, 2025
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Yoga for Kiddos With Mini Yogis
This fun program uses stories to teach classical yoga, breathing and meditation to children! Mini yogis is a Los Angeles-based yoga program founded in 2002 to nurture self-regulation,...
Wilshire Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Health & Wellness, Sensory Friendly, Storytimes & Read Alouds

English

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