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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Splashy Saturday Join us for open-ended sensory play activities and crafts involving water! Open to all ages. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Sensory Friendly English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
BARK: Kids Read to a Dog Fun reading practice for children. Early through advanced readers can build confidence and practice reading skills with a BARK Certified Therapy Dog. Suggested for grades 1-5. Advance... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Learn to Crochet a Ball Learn basic crochet stitches and techniques by making a hacky sack or stress ball during this four-session workshop instructed by longtime crochet teacher, Julie. All supplies will be provided, and... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:00 am |
Walk-in Tutoring With Marley 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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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Beginning Chess Chess expert Brian Glover introduces the classic game of strategy as he simultaneously plays against all the students. All ages and levels are welcome. |
Westwood Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Japanese Storytime Join us for our fun lively Japanese Storytime held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month. Listen to exciting and entertaining stories, and sing some songs too! |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Japanese |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Ukulele Class for Beginners Learn the basics and play songs on the ukulele. Bring your own ukulele or use one of ours. No registration required. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Stress Buster for Adults: DIY Mini Zen Garden With Wendy McPherson Join us for a calming and creative experience where you’ll design your very own mini zen garden to take home. Each... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Jeffrey Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Jeffrey. Earn a free book with every three visits. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Stitch and Yarn Club The Stitch & Yarn Club is a welcoming and creative space for teens and adults interested in and passionate about needle arts! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stitch, bead, or quilt... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:00 am |
Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy - Live Sea Animals Experience marine life up-close and personal with our live tidepool animals, specimens, and colorful puppets. Sea stars and preserved sharks... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:30 am |
Pronunciation and Communication Class (Intermediate Level) With Linda and Lea Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and communication skills? This class is... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:30 am to 3:30 pm |
Outdoor Reading Nook at the Library Take a moment to unwind and relax on our outdoor patio. Bring your favorite book and escape into another world as you enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and gentle breeze. |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Musical Bingo for Adults This summer, we're happy to have Saturday morning programs for adults! Every Saturday from June 14 to July 26, we'll have a different program. This week, we'll play Bingo with music! Join us as... |
Northridge Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Stamp Collecting Program Join us at the San Pedro Library for our monthly Stamp Collecting Program! Open to all ages, this event welcomes both experienced collectors and newcomers. Our experts will assist you in... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 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, Jul 19, 2025 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Movie - The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers Please join us as we show Peter Jackson's Masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. We will complete the trilogy with The Lord of the Rings: The Return... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Beginner Embroidery Class With Nova Arts If you have always wanted to learn embroidery, now is your chance to take a free class with the pros. Just don't blame us when you become addicted! We'll provide... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Teen Council Join the Memorial Branch Teen Council to get involved at the library and make a difference in the community! Meet other teens, develop leadership skills, and earn community service hours.Teen Council for teens... |
Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Volunteer Engagement English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 12:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Paola 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... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 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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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 1:00 pm |
Current Events Class (Intermediate Level) With Molly This class is for adults who want to learn about current events using a newspaper called News for You and other materials. Adults will... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutor 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... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 1:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Jeffrey Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with Math, reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 1:00 pm |
World Cinema Series: The Taste of Things Set in a county estate in France, the film follows chef Dodin Bouffant, who lives with his cook Eugénie. Despite their shared love of food, Eugénie refuses to marry... |
Central Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Food Fermentation and Preservation Join Brie Wakeland, food preservationist, for a workshop on safe and delicious techniques for making shelf stable and lacto-fermented pickles at home. Each participant... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Pianist Vijay Venkatesh and Baritone Matthew Hough Live in Concert Pianist Vijay Venkatesh and Canadian baritone Matthew Hough are teaming up for this duo recital. We are... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Echo Park Historical Society Presents: Paul Landacre and the Restoration of the Landacre House Join the Echo Park Historical Society for a conversation about... |
Edendale Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 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, Jul 19, 2025 1:30 pm |
L.A. Themed Reading Club Love L.A. and reading about it? Join us for our L.A.-themed reading club. We will be discussing... |
Malabar Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Terri Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Terri. Come three times and take home a free book. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Family Storytime Enjoy stories, songs, and much, much more! Intended for ages 3-8. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org. |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Join Us For a Strange Interlude Harp and cello duo Strange Interlude (Lily Press, harp and Simon Linn-Gerstein, cello) present intimate salon-style concerts with programs that are carefully curated to include... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Sound Bath and Energy Healing With Heather Neville Sound bathing is a form of meditation, a massage for your brain, using crystal bowls, drums, elemental chimes, and other modalities. The... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Family for Literacy Workshop: Building Stronger Words Together! Join us for a fun and engaging workshop designed to help parents boost their English skills while supporting their... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:30 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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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Building Stronger Words Together! Join us for a fun and engaging workshop designed to help parents and caregivers improve their English skills while supporting their children's literacy. Learn simple ways to... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Creative Writing Group Calling all writers of fiction, screenplays, poetry, etc. Get feedback on your writing in a fun, supportive environment! The Central Library Creative Writing Group meets every other Saturday for... |
Central Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Second Saturdays: Ecos de Amor Soprano Sabrina Gárdez and tenor Xavier Prado present Ecos de Amor: Belcanto y Romance Español (Echoes of Love: Spanish Bel Canto and Romance), opening our eyes and ears to the... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English, Español |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Diego Rivera In 1933, Diego Rivera created a set of watercolors inspired by the Popol Vuh, a text in the form of an epic story that recounts the legends and history of the Quiché Maya people, from their beginnings until their... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Waiting for Britney Spears With Author Jeff Weiss and Rosecrans Baldwin Join us in celebrating the release of Jeff Weiss' Waiting for Britney Spears: A True Story, Allegedly... |
Central Library | Adults |
Authors English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm |
Puppet Show: Who Framed the Big Bad Wolf? Join us for a fun puppet show featuring a spin on the Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 4:00 pm |
Teen Cooking Class - Candy Sushi Everyone loves sushi, but what if you want a sour gummy? Join the Fairfax Teen Council to learn how to master the art of sushi, with a sweet candy surprise! |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jul 19, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
3D Printing Basics Learn to use the 3D Printer, 3D modeling techniques, and various free autocad programs. Projects that are completed by the end of the program will be printed in the lab and available to pick up by the... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Sun, Jul 20, 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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Sun, Jul 20, 2025 1:00 pm to 5:00 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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Sun, Jul 20, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Rebecca 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... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sun, Jul 20, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Banned Books Reading Group The banned books reading group reads and discusses materials that have been historically challenged or are on the American Library Association's "Banned and Challenged Books" lists.... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sun, Jul 20, 2025 2:00 pm |
Macramé Keychain Artist Andrea Slavin will explain the techniques behind macramé and its many creative uses. Participants will have the opportunity to practice different knots and make a keepsake macramé keychain. All... |
Robertson Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sun, Jul 20, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:15 pm |
Led Zeppelin Documentary Please join us for an airing of Becoming Led Zeppelin. This documentary explores the formation of one of the most influential bands of all time. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film, Music & Performances English |