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Thu, Aug 21, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
English 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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Thu, Aug 21, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Aphasia Book Club Aphasia is a language disorder, usually resulting from stroke or head injury. It can affect a person's ability to read, write, speak, and understand speech. This book club is designed especially for... |
Online Echo Park Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Aug 21, 2025 1:30 pm |
Mystery Book Discussion Join us for engaging conversation about whodunnits, thrillers, and cri-fi. Light refreshments will be provided by Friends of the Palms Rancho Park Library. We meet on the 3rd Thursday of the... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Aug 21, 2025 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tech Help With a Library Cybernaut Our Library Tech Cybernaut is available to assist in brief, one-on-one learning sessions of 5-10 minutes per person with basic computer questions, using library databases,... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Aug 21, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Doodle & Chat: Celebrating Community Calling all adults! Join us for crafts and conversation at the library. We'll celebrate our local legacy businesses and historic buildings through art. We'll have... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 21, 2025 2:20 pm |
Writing Class With Robert This class will teach the basics of writing, from structuring a sentence to writing a paragraph. You will also practice writing for everyday use, such as writing emails and letters. The class... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 21, 2025 3:00 pm |
Nature Drawing With Kelvin Nguyen Join us for another adventure with Expedition L.A., a free program series bringing you closer to the beautiful nature and state parks of Los Angeles.Using simple supplies, you... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Aug 21, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
In-Person Book Club Join our in-person book club for adult patrons. It intends to be a social gathering where members will read and discuss their favorite books over coffee, tea, and snacks. The Book Club is open to any... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Aug 21, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Compost Up Close! Join us to learn all about compost! What is it? How can you make it? How should you add it to your plants? LA Compost will answer all of your questions through an introduction to compost basics. After this... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Thu, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 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, Aug 21, 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... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Aug 21, 2025 6:00 pm |
Arroyo Writing Group Writers of any level of experience are invited to join our writing group for practice both writing short pieces across many genres and sharing your writing with others. Each month we will engage... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
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Fri, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 2025 9:30 am to 12:30 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. |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Fri, Aug 22, 2025 9:30 am |
Friends of the Library Book Sale Join us for the Friends of the Encino-Tarzana Library used book sale!Friday, August 22, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The first hour will be for F.O.L members only. If you wish to become a... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Sales English |
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Fri, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 2025 11:00 am |
Reiki Come and learn about Reiki and experience the flow of the Reiki energy system. Reiki, a relaxation technique, immediately follows Mindfulness Meditation at 11 a.m. in the Community Room. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 2025 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Docent-led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art,... |
Central Library | Adults, Seniors |
Tours English |
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Fri, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 2025 1:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Melanie Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with Math, reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms.Please note: Walk-in Tutors... |
Central Library | Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Fri, Aug 22, 2025 2:00 pm |
Fast Friday Films Chill out with a hot film during our weekly Fast Friday Film series. Major stars, big action! Movie screening is subject to change or cancellation without notice. |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Fri, Aug 22, 2025 3:30 pm |
Weaving With Recycled Materials These weavings are created on reusable cardboard looms, which guests will take home at the end of the workshop. Each guest will create their own loom, then add on woven layers of... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 23, 2025 10:00 am |
Friends of the Library Book Sale Join us for the Friends of the Encino-Tarzana Library used book sale!Friday, August 22, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The first hour will be for F.O.L members only. If you wish to become a... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Aug 23, 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, Aug 23, 2025 11:00 am to 1:00 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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Sat, Aug 23, 2025 11:00 am to 12:15 pm |
Hand-painted Taper Candles Using paint pens, a special technique, and classic taper candles, guests will be led through the process of designing and painting custom motifs. Flowers are ever-popular, but designs of... |
Memorial Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 23, 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, Aug 23, 2025 1:00 pm |
Godzilla: The First 70 Years - Book Talk Why did Godzilla emerge to attack Japan in 1954? How and why did the monster later become a savior that defends its homeland from other monsters—and then, even later... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Authors English |
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Sat, Aug 23, 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, Aug 23, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
The Active Studio: Hand-Painted Taper Candles The Active Studio is a program geared towards older adults. In this session, we will be using paint pens, a special technique, and classic taper... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Aug 23, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Movie Showing: Gladiator II After his home is conquered by the tyrannical emperors who now lead Rome, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum and must look to his past to find strength to return the glory of Rome... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Sat, Aug 23, 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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Sun, Aug 24, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutoring With Nan 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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Mon, Aug 25, 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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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Beginning English Conversation Class Join our Beginning English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar and vocabulary skills.Contact the literacy coordinator for more information:... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 1:00 pm |
Seniors Writing Group Danny Stone, a Saved by a Story member, leads an ongoing writing group for seniors. New members are welcome to all or any sessions.Write to prompts, share (if you want), connect with fellow... |
Studio City Branch Library | Seniors |
Writing English |
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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 2:00 pm |
Vocabulary Development With Elaine and Karen In this class, adult learners will increase their passive and active vocabulary, including usage and idioms. This class is recommended for intermediate... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tech Help With a Library Cybernaut Our Library Tech Cybernaut is available to assist in brief, one-on-one learning sessions of 5-10 minutes per person with basic computer questions, using library databases,... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 3:00 pm |
English Language Worksheets With Stephen Join us for engaging writing sessions where a session leader will guide you through a variety of English writing activities and worksheets. Designed for... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 3:00 pm |
Ilya Muromets (English Title: The Sword and the Dragon) A 1956 Russian film based on heroic oral folk tales might invite a rather wild indulgence of visual style and theatrical acting. That’s... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film Russian |
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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 4:00 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome! No class on... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Communication & Dementia: Connecting With a Person Living With Memory Loss Beginning with a basic understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and its effect,... |
Northridge Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
The Active Studio: Mini Mushroom Terrarium Craft for Older Adults These whimsical mini terrariums feature a crystal mushroom at the center, surrounded by colorful stones and... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 4:30 pm to 6:30 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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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Art Class With Karén You will be instructed on the basics of drawing (black and white and colored pencils), and painting (mostly watercolor). However, you are free to use any medium you prefer and are familiar with.Note:... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 5:45 pm |
Watch and Talk With Goldie Americans often speak fast and use confusing expressions and slang. Watching and discussing TV and film is an effective and fun way to improve your comprehension and communication in modern... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Mon, Aug 25, 2025 6:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Eddie 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... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Aug 26, 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 |