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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring 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,... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Building Blocks Let’s build with big and small toy building blocks. For children of all ages. |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm |
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... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
The Crochet Corner Interested in learning how to crochet? Want to work on an existing project? Come to The Crochet Corner at the Venice Library!Learn new stitches and practice some old ones with our resident crochet expert... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Micah the Magician's Magic Show for Kids! Magician extraordinaire Micah the Magician will astound and amuse you with sleight of hand and jokes galore! It will be a hoot! |
El Sereno Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Canvas Painting Workshop Join us for a relaxing afternoon of canvas painting fun! No experience needed—just your imagination. We’ll provide the canvases, paints, brushes, and good vibes. Whether you paint side by side or... |
John Muir Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm |
The Found Object Juggling Show Join Michael Rayner for a fun show of "wacky jugglement," a combination of hilarious tricks and stunts with uproarious stand-up and a bounty of improvised fun and zingers. All... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm |
Living Treasures From Around the World With the Reptile Family Get ready for some reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods! The Reptile Family is here to share some educational information about... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Sound Bath & Energy Healing for Kids Indulge in the benefits of sound healing as an easy form of meditation using crystal bowls. After the sound bath, you can expect to leave feeling lighter and more at ease... |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Health & Wellness, Sensory Friendly English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
The Craft Corner Come check out the first Venice Library Teen Craft Corner! There’ll be snacks, art supplies, and plenty of chances to try something new. Every month we’ll be trying different crafts based on what you suggest,... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Study Break: Mini Zen Gardens! Stressed out wiht studying for finals? Take a study break at the library and make a mini zen garden! Each attendee will get their own zen garden to take home. |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm |
Magic John! Get ready for Magic John! You will laugh, scream, and gasp in amazement during this goofy, interactive magic show.This program is generously funded by the Library Foundation of Los Angeles. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Get Ready for College: The Roadmap to Successful College Admissions Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the entire college admissions journey, from building a strong academic foundation to choosing the... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Community Resources & Services, Student Success English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Children's Storytime Join us for a fun filled afternoon of stories, songs, and movement activities! Stay afterwards to work on a craft activity and play with our toys. Geared towards children ages 2-5 years old... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:30 pm |
Computer Literacy for Adults: Internet Basics In this workshop, you will learn the fundamental skills needed to navigate the internet with confidence. You'll explore basic terminology, learn how... |
Ascot Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Computers & Technology English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 4:30 pm |
Chalk Drawing for Teens Join us for this designing, interactive, Art experience! You will learn strategies and techniques for using chalk drawing to create your own personal artwork. All supplies will be provided. |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 5:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Dan 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... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
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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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. The class may... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
STAR Storytime With Michelle Our STAR volunteers read to children one-on-one or in small groups. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book to keep after attending three STAR reading sessions at our branch.STAR... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 5:15 pm |
Read With a STAR: Ruth Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer, Ruth. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR readers. |
Platt Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 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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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Jamie Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms.... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Hannah 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... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 6:00 pm |
Yoga Join Gigi for beginners yoga. She will guide you through a Vinyasa restorative yoga flow. Yoga materials will not be provided. Please bring your own yoga mat. Other suggested yoga gear to bring, but not required, are yoga blocks,... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 6:00 pm |
Hunger/Hambre Hunger/Hambre by Estela GarcíaConceived and directed by Estela GarcíaHunger/Hambre is a whimsical yet dark short play that starts in 1940s Jalisco, Mexico, on a barren ranch. Told with masks, puppetry, and no... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English, Español |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
The Storyteller's Crystals: In Conversation With Poet & Writer Maryam Raeesdana Join us in exploring the world of Maryam Raeesdana’s writing and look at life and... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Authors, Poetry Persian |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 6:00 pm |
Creative Writing Workshop With Tony DuShane Join us for a free writer’s workshop presented by UCLA instructor Tony DuShane, screenwriter of the film Confessions of a Teenage Jesus Jerk, based on his... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 6:00 pm |
Easy-To-Make Smoothies for Teens Educator and accomplished vegan chef and baker Dr. Acooba Scott will be showing us best ways of creating healthy yet delicious smoothie recipes. Smoothies are a quick and easy way to make... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm |
Zumba for Adults! Come join us for great exercise and fun! |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
English Speaking Skills With Alec Speak English with confidence! Join our English Speaking Skills Class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. For more information, contact (213) 228... |
Robertson Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Jun 04, 2025 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm |
English Conversation Class With Tara 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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Wed, Jun 04, 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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Thu, Jun 05, 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, Jun 05, 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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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 10:00 am to 3:30 pm |
Tech Help Our Cybernaut is available to assist you in learning basic computer skills, using the library databases, setting up email, operating your laptop, tablet or smartphone, copying, printing, scanning services and more.This... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 10:15 am |
L.A. Zoo at Your Library This summer, the L.A. Zoo's library outreach program will join us for storytime and crafts at your local library! Together we will discover some of the amazing ways Los Angeles-area animals... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Yoga and Tai Chi With Susan Join us for Yoga and Tai Chi!Please check the calendar to confirm session dates, including holiday exclusions and/or cancellations. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Storytelling Class With Megha Stories inspire! Stories teach! Stories make us laugh! Research shows that listening and telling stories helps us understand and remember information better. Participants will have an... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 10:30 am |
STAR Reader Ms. Lisa Children are invited to experience the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Ms. Lisa. After attending three STAR sessions at our branch, they will receive a free book to keep. |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Baby Signs® Storytime Join us on the first and last Thursday of June for Baby Signs® Storytime with Ms. Ariana from Modern Nanny Collective! Baby Signs® supports early communication and bonding through play based... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 10:30 am |
Baby & Toddler Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes intended to build early literacy skills for children ages 0-5. Storytime will be followed by a short playtime. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 11:00 am |
Walk-in Tutoring With Kathleen 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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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Baby & Me Activities and play to help babies 0-18 months and their parents/caregivers bond. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org. |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm |
Super-Duper Storytime! Join us for 30 minutes of stories, songs and fun! |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm |
Mindful Meditation Thursdays Unwind, recharge, and reset with leaders from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. |
Central Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 12:30 pm |
Russian for Beginners Russian for Beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Russian |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 12:30 pm |
Lunchtime Line Dance Come kick up your heels and learn line dances in a variety of styles, including Western, pop, Latin, disco, and more!Tuesdays - Intermediate LevelThursdays - Beginner Level (No experience needed) |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 2025 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Reading and Rhythm Reading and Rhythm is a six-week program series for beginning-level adult learners and those who want to practice sounding out words. You will learn how reading and rhythm work together to help you... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Jun 05, 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 |