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Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 2025 11:00 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... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
ICON CDC: Free Business Help: Getting Started Are you planning to launch your own business or currently managing one? Are you interested in becoming a sidewalk vendor? Do you need help with... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 12:00 pm |
Conoce tus derechos: Protegiéndote a ti mismo y a tus empleados Acompáñenos a esta presentación de Bet Tzedek para:Conocer sus derechos como empresario inmigrantePreprarse para los encuentros con... |
Online | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
LAPD Red Cross Blood Drive Blood donors are really needed now! The LAPD Community Blood Drive at the Van Nuys Public Library is giving all participating donors a free Fandango Movie Ticket (up to $15 ticket... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 2025 12:30 pm |
Russian for Beginners Russian for Beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Russian |
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Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 2025 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
Cedars-Sinai Health Fair | Feria de salud Cedars-Sinai Cedars-Sinai Community Health Improvement will be offering a free health screening event for everyone. The event will consist of... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Intro to Coding for Kids Join us for a four-part series on coding! Led by a computer science teacher, this series will introduce kids to text-based coding to create graphics and animation. This program is intended for... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Meet Reptiles from Around the World Learn about reptiles, amphibians and arthropods from around the world in this fun, hands-on program presented by the Reptile Family. This program includes the opportunity to... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Craft Hour - Shark Corner Bookmarks Make your own shark corner bookmark to go with your summer reads! Use your creativity to make a great white shark, whale shark, hammerhead shark, leopard shark, lemon... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Doodle & Chat Calling all adults, join us for crafts and conversation at the library!We'll be celebrating our local legacy businesses and historic buildings through art. We'll have various art supplies at the ready to help... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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 17, 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 17, 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 17, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Breakdancing Celebrate breakdancing at the library with Eric Nishimoto! Learn the history of breaking and how to do toprock, footwork, freezes, and power-moves.All ages are welcome!This program was made possible with the... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 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... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Games English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 3:00 pm |
Nutso Board Games Join us for a roll of the dice and an hour or so of fun and strategizing. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to board games, this event is perfect for teens and adults of all ages. Come share some... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Music Day Hooray! With Teacher Davis Join us for a live concert featuring original songs by Teacher Davis on guitar, ukulele, banjo and African drum! |
Platt Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 3:00 pm |
Sourdough Bread Workshop Food preservation instructor Brie Wakeland teaches how to make sourdough starter and bread successfully. This class covers food safety along with various sourdough recipes and methods. ... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Blocks Building Challenge Make creations from blocks based on the challenge for the day.Ages 5 - 11. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 3:00 pm |
Classic Cinema Club: Meet John Doe (1941) Join us each month for a screening of a classic film and some light refreshments. Our July film is Meet John Doe (1941), starring Gary Cooper, Barbara Stanwyck... |
Robertson Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 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 17, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Share a Story With the BARK Therapy Dogs Join us for a visit from the adorable therapy dogs of the BARK Program. Kids, practice your reading with these specially trained dogs who love to listen to stories! |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 4:00 pm |
Family Arts & Crafts Join us for a fun hour of crafting.All ages are welcome. |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 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 17, 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, Jul 17, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Design a Tote Bag Join us to design a tote bag. All supplies will be provided. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 4:00 pm |
Tree People: Traveling Dirt Doctor Tree People’s “Doctor Dirt” will teach us the importance of healthy soil, how air interacts with humans and trees, and the role trees play in cleaning our air.This... |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 4:00 pm |
Catch Some Sun Paint a suncatcher to brighten up your space. |
Panorama City Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 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 17, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Crafternoon: Woodland Mosaic Collage Using pieces of torn paper, we will create a fox or bear mosaic piece of art. |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 4:00 pm |
The Art of Kimono: Dressing Dance Enjoy a demonstration of different kinds of kimono and obi, presented by the L.A. Kimono Club. The audience will learn a Kimono dressing dance set to music, which shows how to... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |