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Fri, May 23, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Vietnamese Spring Roll Making Class Are you a teen who wants to learn how to make Vietnamese spring rolls? If so, join us and learn how to make this yummy and tasty food and surprise your family and... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, May 23, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR Reader: Theresa Come into our library and read with our STAR Reader, Theresa! STAR Readers are adult volunteers who read with children at the library.When children read with our STAR Readers three times, they earn a... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 9:30 am to 5:30 pm |
Teen Volunteer Sign Up Day Teen volunteers are invited to stop in and sign up for Summer with the Library volunteer shifts. Only currently enrolled teen volunteers are eligible to participate this summer. Please... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Teens |
Volunteer Engagement English |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Stress Management Workshop Get your mind in order and become the best version of yourself! Join us for a stress-relief workshop to find more peace in your everyday life. Learn unique ways to reduce stress and... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 10:00 am to 10:45 am |
Science Storytime: Forces & Simple Machines Join us for stories, discussions, and fun-filled activities as we discover how to make things move! Recommended for ages 4 and up. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
STEM, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 11:00 am |
Drum Fun Join us for an engaging drum circle where families can connect through the universal power of rhythm. This fun-filled program fosters joy and creativity and allows families to bond in a unique, non-verbal way. We... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Yarniacs of Mar Vista Join the Yarniacs of Mar Vista, where we put our needles, hooks, hands, and creativity to work—not just to knit, crochet, embroider, macramé and weave our crafts of choice, but to build a community... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 11:30 am |
Share a Story With the BARK Therapy Dogs Join us on the fourth Saturday of the month, when kids can improve their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs from the BARK program. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 11:30 am |
Big Read: Book Discussion and Writing Workshop Join us to discuss the Big Read Book of 2025, The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. We will also have a writing workshop. |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs, Writing English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 11:30 am |
A Faery Hunt: Magical Faery Adventure Come and join the faeries as they take you on a musical revue in this 2-person faery show. A Faery Hunt will help you find the magic of imagination in this fun and... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Stamp Collecting Program Come and learn about the fun world of Stamp Collecting! All participants will receive free Postage Stamps suitable for collecting. The program is open to participants of all ages. We will... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 24, 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, May 24, 2025 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Khmer Ceramics for Adults Join us for a workshop that celebrates the preservation of Cambodian culture and ceramics! You'll have the opportunity to carve your own clay piece and have it glaze-fired to a color of your... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Business, Career & Finances English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 12:00 pm |
Edendale Up Close Presents: Fiato Quartet For our next Edendale Up Close concert, we are excited to welcome Fiato Quartet—violinists Carrie Kennedy and Joel Pargman, violist Aaron Oltman, and cellist... |
Edendale Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Reading & Rhythm: A Reading Workshop With Drumming for Your Life Institute Reading and Rhythm is a six-week program series for beginning-level learners and those who want to... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Teen Volunteer: Summer Orientation Looking for a way to keep busy this summer? Interested in getting involved in your community? Volunteering is a great resume builder and opportunity to give back.... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Teens |
Volunteer Engagement English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 1:00 pm |
Chalk Drawing for Adults Learn techniques to create beautiful images with chalk on black paper. Beginners & all skill levels are welcome. All supplies will be provided. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Three NASA Disasters There were three NASA disasters that involved loss of crew (Apollo 1, Challenger & Columbia).This presentation covers what happened, what caused the disasters, and what was done to prevent them... |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
History & Genealogy, STEM English |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 1:00 pm |
Baila Baila: Spanish Through Music and Movement The Baila Baila program introduces kids to Spanish using music and movement. During our 45-minute class, kids and parents spend... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 1:00 pm |
Drum Fun: A Family Drum Circle Program 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... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Adult Literacy, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Pianist Shirley Hsieh and Violinist Sam Fischer Live in Concert Pianist Shirley Hsieh was a master class instructor at several universities, and violinist Sam Fischer has... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 1:00 pm |
Open Mic Poetry Share your original poems, lyrics, spoken word, or just enjoy listening. Each poet will have five minutes to read an original work. If you wish to read, sign up when you arrive. Our featured speaker will... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Poetry English |
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Sat, May 24, 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, May 24, 2025 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Jefferson Park Zine Fest II Join us for a second Jefferson Park Zine Festival and come Heal Through Art as we present local independent artists, zines, workshops, games, raffles, and more at Jefferson-Vassie D.... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 2:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Fabio Zini - South American Tango Music Join us for an instrumental concert, classical guitar, partly solo, partly accompanied by backing vocals. The audience will get... |
Panorama City Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Enter The Dragon - Movie Showing This movie made Bruce Lee a superstar. Lee participates in a brutal tournament at a remote island to convict a drug-trafficker who murdered his sister. In the classic fight-to-the-... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 2:00 pm |
Seed Themed Trivia Join us for games! Participants will receive free seed packets. |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 24, 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 |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Family Storytime Enjoy stories, songs, and much, much more! Intended for ages 3-8. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org. |
Central Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Drum Fun Join us for an engaging drum circle where families can connect through the universal power of rhythm. This fun-filled program fosters joy and creativity and allows families to bond in a unique, non-verbal way. We provide... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
UCLA Gluck Mariachi Ensemble Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music as we host the the UCLA Gluck Mariachi Ensemble from UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music's Gluck Fellows Program. Open to all ages! |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 2:00 pm |
Play Reading by the Alliance of Los Angeles Playwrights ALAP members will do a reading of Hot Gals by Adrian Thomas. |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 2:30 pm |
Pride Kite Making and LGBTQ+ History Build your own kite—from frame assembly to painting the sails (rainbow colors!). With rubber stamps of historical queer symbols, you’ll be able to further decorate... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Miriam's Garden We invite you to join us for "Miriam's Garden." This month's event features Adolfo Guzman-Lopez, Nikolai Garcia, and Grace Olguin. The garden will open at 2 p.m., so please arrive early to enjoy some time... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Adults |
Poetry English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 3:00 pm |
Arroyo Book Club Join us for a lively book discussion. |
In Person & Online Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Creative Writing Group Calling all writers of fiction, screenplays, poetry, etc. Get feedback on your writing in a fun, supportive environment! The Central Library Creative Writing Group meets every other Saturday for... |
Central Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Keepers of Culture Poetry Reading Series Join us for a multinational spoken word event that will take place on the fourth Saturday of each month on-site at the Northridge Branch Library and online... |
In Person & Online Northridge Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Poetry English |
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Sat, May 24, 2025 3:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Walk-In Tutor With Avo 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, studying for... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |