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Thu, Jun 26, 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... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 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 26, 2025 12:30 pm |
Russian for Beginners Russian for Beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Russian |
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Thu, Jun 26, 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 26, 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 26, 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 |
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Thu, Jun 26, 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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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
B.Y.O. Needle Arts Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or hand-stitching projects to the library and enjoy a relaxing hour crafting and chatting with other needle-art fans.Limited supplies are available for... |
Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:30 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. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:20 pm |
Book Club (ESL- Low Intermediate) With Leah Are you an English language learner and interested in practicing your reading? This book club is for ESL/ELL adults who want to work on vocabulary, grammar... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 1:00 pm |
Q.Me Free Legal Clinic Speak virtually with an attorney about tickets/warrants, landlord/tenant issues, family law, employment, housing, and more. Q.Me, a non-profit that connects crowdsourced volunteer providers... |
Online Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library |
Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Community Resources & Services English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 1:00 pm |
Community Connections Humans thrive when able to communicate in person, so we're inviting you to join us in creating a group that is dedicated to connecting as neighbors and friends. All adults are welcome! |
Northridge Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 2025 1:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Sarah 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... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 1:00 pm |
Book Discussion Join us for this community-led book discussion of The Lost Boy of Santa Chionia by Juliet Grames. |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 2:00 pm |
Adult Coloring Explore your creative side. Join us for a relaxing weekly session filled with friends and fun. All materials are provided free. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 2:00 pm |
Adult Learning Session With Lisa Adult Learning Sessions empower participants with essential reading, writing and English conversation skills. The session leader facilitates engaging activities, such as reading... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Movie Screening: Volver Raimunda (Penélope Cruz) works and lives Madrid with her husband Paco and daughter Paula. Her sister Sole (Lola Dueñas) lives nearby and they both miss their mother Irene (Carmen Maura), who... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Film English, Español |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 2:00 pm |
Summer Science for Kids Each week we will explore science in a different way. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Mindful Coloring - Spring and Summer Manadalas Join us for a relaxing coloring session for adults. Explore your creative side while coloring mandalas, floral arrangements, geometric shapes, and more! All materials are... |
John Muir Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
LEGO® Bricks at the Library Come build with us at the Library. Your LEGO® bricks creation may be chosen to be displayed at the library. Recommended for ages four years and older.LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Thor's Family Reptile Join us for fun with Thor's Family Reptile. You will have a chance to learn, see, and touch various reptiles.This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library Foundation... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read to a BARK Therapy Dog BARK is an all-volunteer program that encourages children to increase their reading skills and self-confidence by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs.Come hang out with your favorite new... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Crafternoons at the Library: Friendship Bracelets Join us in the Children’s Area to make a special bracelet for your best friend or yourself. Use alphabet beads to spell out a name or a personal... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Cooking Demonstration by CrEATive Plate In this creative, hands-on cooking experience, you will create your own delicious treat while learning cooking methods and safety. Recommended for ages 4 - 12... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Health & Wellness, STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Puppet Show: The Dinosaur Who Cried Asteroid! With Hey Hey Entertainment With audience help, Rory the dinosaur must protect his friends from a mysterious object falling out of... |
Platt Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:00 pm |
We Love L.A. Book Club We Love L.A. Book Club examines books and authors that weave the diversity and rich history of our city into their works. The selection for June is Dead in Long Beach, California by Venita... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Self Portrait Collage Show us what you look like! Make a picture of yourself with pieces of colored paper, yarn and fabric.Ages 5-10. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Micah the Magician Join us for a lively and highly engaging interactive magic show where the audience is the star! Micah the Magician will showcase multiple magic tricks as well as explain the magical resources the library... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Rainbow Bracelets Everyone is invited to create their own rainbow bracelets as we celebrate Pride Month! |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 4:25 pm |
Preschool Storytime Storytime helps build early literacy skills. We encourage a fun learning environment with stories, songs, and movement.Program subject to change or cancellation without notice. |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Fiber Art, Knitting, and Crocheting Club The Fiber Arts & Knitting Club is a weekly drop-in group for adults and teens interested in knitting, crocheting, and other fiber crafts. Bring your current... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Adult Coloring Explore your creative side. Join us for a relaxing weekly session filled with friends and fun. All materials are provided free. |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kids Art and Craft Club Join the Kids Art and Craft Club, where you can unleash your creativity and imagination, while we provide all the craft and art supplies.This program is designed for children and their... |
Robertson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm |
Breakdancing With Eric Nishimoto The program starts with an exciting breaking aka breakdance performance followed by a brief history of the hip-hop culture and breaking, a new Olympic sport in 2024. The... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Tie Dye Bandanas Join us for our annual Tie Dye Day! Bandanas will be provided while supplies last. Feel free to bring your own 100% cotton item to dye. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STEM Club Learn about the science of spinning by making a unique fidget spinner using toy bricks. Ages 5+ |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Nutriton & Healthy Cooking With Lilly Padilla Join us for a Nutrition and healthy cooking program focused on anti-inflammatory meals that can help support healthy digestion, assimilation of... |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm |
Pride Storytime and Craft Come as you are! We will celebrate our awesomeness and create a self-portrait. |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Sushi Making for Teens Participants will enjoy choosing ingredients, rolling, and eating a delicious and healthy snack! All materials provided. Please be aware that we will handle and consume food. If you are allergic or... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm |
Summer Sewing | Costura de verano Sew your initial or full name on a colorful fabric. For ages 5-11 years old.Cose tu inicial o nombre completo en una tela colorida. Para niños de 5 a 11 años. |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Amazing Magic Wayne Show Prepare to be amazed! Join us for an interactive, family-friendly magic show with Magic Wayne. Laughs, surprises, and wonder await children of all ages. |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Grow Something Awesome Come decorate your own eco-friendly plant pot, then choose to plant California wildflowers or lettuce! Plus, the first 10 kids get to take home a baby spider plant; your vey own "spider baby" to... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 4:00 pm |
Storytime With the LA Kings Join Bailey, the LA Kings' mascot, for a fun-filled reading of B is for Bailey! Enjoy stories, laughter, and a chance to meet your favorite lion.This program is recommended for children of... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |