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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 2:00 pm |
Families for Literacy: Oral Language and Narrative Skills Join us for a fun, family-friendly program that builds your child’s speaking and listening skills through games, stories, and... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Cathy Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Cathy. Take home a free book after reading with Cathy three times. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Angela Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Angela. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 3:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Isaac Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Isaac. Take home a free book after reading with Isaac three times. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Rock & Roll Circus With Christopher Yates Juggling, stilt walking, unicycling, acrobatics and more! All backed by the "Kids Rock Band" from the audience! |
Platt Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:40 pm |
Family Movie Day: A Minecraft Movie Beat the heat and join us for a screening of the hit film A Minecraft Movie. This movie is rated PG and has a run time of 101 minutes. Popcorn will be served. |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Henna Hopes: Temporary Tattoos Join us in the Community Room where artist Manjushree Normulwar will offer participants henna tattoos for the hands and arms. She uses organic henna and... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Zip Line Toy Ride Make a carrier for a toy and send it on a ride down a zip line.Ages 5-11. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 3:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Sheila Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Sheila. Come three times and take home a free book! |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Robot Building and Other Animatronics Join us for a presentation by Paul Thompson of Droid Builders. Get up close and personal with his incredible robot creations and learn about the engineering... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Teen Council Join John Muir's Teen Council to gain valuable skills such as leadership, critical thinking, collaboration, and civic engagement. This is also a great opportunity to meet new people and develop friendships.... |
John Muir Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success, Volunteer Engagement English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Where the Wild Books Are Children's Book Club Join our fun Summer book club featuring different books with important themes for ages 6 and 7. Local Girl Scout Lilah Schulte, a rising Junior in... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Cesar Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Cesar. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Slingshot Planes Celebrate Ameila Earhart Day with slingshot planes! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm |
Pom-Pom Party Make your own yarn pom-poms. It's science, it's art, and it's fun! |
Panorama City Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Engineering for Kids - Hosted by PS Science Join us for a hands-on engineering event where kids can unleash their creativity and problem-solving skills. From building cars to constructing towers, this fun and educational in... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm |
Bubblemania Be mesmerized as bubble artists create wonders of shimmery light, reflection, and color. Children of all ages will enjoy this interactive program while they learned about the science behind bubbles. |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm |
Ms. Bits N’ Bobs Visits Storybook Land Join Ms. Bits N’ Bobs and her magical cloak of everyday toys for a fun, one-woman storytelling show where kids become part of the adventure. This lively, interactive performance brings... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm |
Summer Sewing | Costura de Verano Make a summer bean bag to toss during the summer.Haz una bolsa de frijoles de verano para jugar en el verano. |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm |
Family Painting Join us for a fun painting program that the entire family can enjoy! |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm |
Cougar Crossing Storytime Listen to Cougar Crossing, by Meeg Pincus and learn about wildlife and animal crossings like the on being built across the 101 freeway in Agoura Hills. |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Magic of Bubbles Join us for fun with bubbles! Experiment with creating bubbles using different objects and test out the science of bubbles. This program is intended for children and their families/ caregivers. Supplies will... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Adults |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm |
Under the Sea Silhouette Art Celebrate Shark Week by blending colors and creating an under the sea shark scenary. |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm |
Needle Crafts Club Know how to knit, crochet, embroider, or do needlepoint? Want to learn? Recommended for ages 6+ and all skill levels. Participants are encouraged to bring their project, yarn, and needles to join in and... |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm |
Breakdancing With Eric Nishimoto Eric will introduce and show the various dance steps in breaking and how these dance components all come together. The audience will be able to participate in a hands-on... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 2025 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy Experience marine life with specimens, puppets, and live tide pool animals! Learn about the lives of these animals and have a chance to touch them or observe them up close.... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 24, 2025 4:15 pm to 5:00 pm |
Illusions By Allen Join us for a magic show full of mystery, wonder, and fun presented by Allen Oshiro. See an astonishing sleight of hand magic combined with comedy and audience participation. For Ages 0 - 12. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Fri, Jul 25, 2025 8:00 am to 4:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: A Beetle is Shy at the Audubon Center at Debs Park We are buzzing over our newest StoryWalk® in the Audubon Center at Debs Park!Take an accessible self-directed nature walk and open... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Jul 25, 2025 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Sanskriti Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer Sanskriti. Come three times and take home a free book. |
Westwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Jul 25, 2025 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk® at the L.A. Zoo: Señorita Mariposa and Not a Monster Discover a new story or two at the L.A. Zoo! Just stop by the Winnick Family Children's Zoo on your next visit and... |
Offsite | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Jul 25, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Storytime Under the Pepper Tree at the Audubon Center Join us for some special storytimes at the Audubon Center in celebration of our current StoryWalk® featuring the book A Beetle is Shy by Dianna... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Jul 25, 2025 12:00 pm |
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... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Fri, Jul 25, 2025 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Step by step and page by page, celebrate summer, reading, and community. Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Fri, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Chess Club Do you play chess? Are you interested in learning? Then, join Stephen and Avi every Friday afternoon to learn and play chess with other people. All ages are welcome! |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Fri, Jul 25, 2025 3:00 pm |
STAR Storytime With Robin 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 storytimes at our branch.STAR storytimes are... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Jul 25, 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, Jul 25, 2025 3:10 pm |
LEGO® Build and Play Hey Venice, it's time for LEGO® Club again! You can free build with thousands of bricks, or tip over a Random Cup to complete the monthly challenge. Bring a brick or minifigure to... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Games, Sensory Friendly, STEM English |
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Fri, Jul 25, 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... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Jul 25, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Cardboard Cars Use upcycled materials to make balloon powered cars and race them. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 26, 2025 8:00 am to 4:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: A Beetle is Shy at the Audubon Center at Debs Park We are buzzing over our newest StoryWalk® in the Audubon Center at Debs Park!Take an accessible self-directed nature walk and open... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 26, 2025 9:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Friends of the Studio City Library Book Sale The Friends of the Studio City Library will be selling gently used books, CDs, and DVDs. All proceeds will benefit programming and collection development at... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Jul 26, 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, Jul 26, 2025 10:00 am to 11:00 am |
Book Club for Middle Grade Readers: Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation by Stuart Gibbs Middle-grade readers are invited to participate in our fun monthly book... |
Online Palisades Branch Library |
Kids |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Jul 26, 2025 10:00 am |
STAR Storytime With Jen 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 storytimes at our branch.STAR storytimes are... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 26, 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, Jul 26, 2025 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Rising STAR Storytime With Teen Volunteers Share the love of reading with our Rising STARs. Teen volunteers will read to children one-on-one or in small groups. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 26, 2025 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk® at the L.A. Zoo: Señorita Mariposa and Not a Monster Discover a new story or two at the L.A. Zoo! Just stop by the Winnick Family Children's Zoo on your next visit and... |
Offsite | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 26, 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 |