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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm |
Jewish American Heritage Storytime & Craft In honor of Jewish American Heritage Month, enjoy a special storytime and a creative craft while learning about the rich customs and tales of Jewish... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm |
AAPI Storytime and Craft Join us for a storytime celebrating Asian culture, followed by a fun craft where kids will create their own dragon kite. |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Family Storytime Join us for an afternoon of fun. Enjoy storytime and unleash your creativity with our exciting crafts activities. |
Sylmar Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm |
Astro Camp: Stomp Rockets Design and build your rocket, and then see how high, far, and quick it can fly. Ages 5-12 |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm |
Ceramics for the Family | Cerámica para la familia Join us for a bilingual, family-friendly ceramic workshop where we’ll create clay milagros—small charms representing hopes, dreams, and intentions... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm |
AAPI: Chinese Calligraphy Host Emmy Lam will teach children the cultural importance of calligraphy. Then, children will have the opportunity to write words in the Chinese language. Join us for a wonderful program to... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
CrEATive Plate and Again & Again Music CrEATive Plate brings hands on experience through cooking. Children will have the opportunity to have fun while cooking and learn about where their food comes... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Rising STAR Storytime: Beyond the Storybook Join Westwood's teen volunteers for storytime! Our teen volunteers will read stories and lead a craft activity for toddlers and preschoolers. |
Westwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm |
To Thine Own Self Be True/ Sé Fiel a Ti Mismo In honor of Robert O'Hara's adaptation of Hamlet opening at the Mark Taper Forum this month, this Shakespeare for all workshop gives Shakespeare novices... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Lectures, Music & Performances English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm |
Teen Cooking Class: The Chocolate Chip Cookie Join the Fairfax teen council as we tackle our most requested recipe, the humble chocolate chip cookie! All materials provided. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Candy Sushi Decorate "sushi" (crispy rice treats) using fruit roll-ups, Swedish fish and other candy as we celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month! |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Design A Book Design your own book. Use your book for a journal or sketchbook. All supplies will be provided. |
Ascot Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 22, 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 22, 2025 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Free Gardening Seeds Stop by and plant some garden seeds to take home. |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Bricks & Beyond Join us for an hour of creative exploration and fun! Join us for an exciting experience with bricks, building toys, wooden train tracks, and brain-teaser puzzles.Children of all ages are welcome. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM English |
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Thu, May 22, 2025 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Experiment With Dry Ice Join us in a variety of safe dry ice experiments, like making dry ice soap bubbles. For all ages. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, May 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 2025 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Cover to Cover Book Club Join us for a discussion of the monthly book selection.January 23: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBrideFebruary 27: How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accent by Julia AlvarezMarch... |
In Person & Online Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, May 22, 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 22, 2025 6:00 pm |
FAFSA & Scholarship Strategies Join us as we break down the FAFSA and scholarship landscape, and provide expert advice on how to secure the highest financial aid awards possible. For teens, parents, and... |
Online Central Library |
Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, May 22, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 2025 10:00 am to 11:15 am |
Morning Mindful Meditation Join us in person for a free Mindful Awareness Meditation to focus on creating and incorporating this effective practice in all aspects of your life. This class is appropriate for... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, May 23, 2025 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
MEND (Meet Each Need With Dignity): Free Community Services MEND provides free food, clothing, cooling center information, one-on-one case management, and support services to low-income... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Fri, May 23, 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 23, 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 23, 2025 11:00 am |
Walk-in Tutoring With Tommy Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. Services are... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, May 23, 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 23, 2025 11:00 am |
English Conversation With Lisa Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome.For more information... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, May 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 23, 2025 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center provides compassionate, quality, high-value healthcare services and programs to the... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Fri, May 23, 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 23, 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 23, 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 |
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Fri, May 23, 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 |
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Fri, May 23, 2025 3:30 pm |
Captain Jac & Pirate Paul's Musical Voyage Ahoy, mateys! Set sail with Ships Ahoy, the ultimate pirate-themed kids band, bringing a treasure trove of fun! Join Captain Jac and Pirate Paul as... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |