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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 4:30 pm |
Chalk Drawing for Teens Join us for this designing, interactive, Art experience! You will learn strategies and techniques for using chalk drawing to create your own personal artwork. All supplies will be provided. |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Sci-Fi Book Club: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams Join our Science Fiction Book Club where The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 6:00 pm |
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12 Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Quiet, Safe Study... |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12 Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Services include:Assistance with homework... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12 Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Guidance from a trained... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English, Español |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12 Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Quiet, Safe Study... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Dungeons and Dragons for High School Adventure awaits! High school students ages 14-18 years old are welcome to join our new Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Both new and experienced players are welcome to... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K- 12 Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Quiet, Safe Study... |
Panorama City Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 6:00 pm |
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Fri, Dec 19, 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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Sat, Dec 20, 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, Dec 20, 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, Dec 20, 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, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Dec 20, 2025 11:00 am |
Are You on Track To Get Into a UC? This program equips students and their families with essential information and strategies for navigating the University of California (UC) admissions process. By providing a... |
Online Chinatown Branch Library |
Teens |
College Readiness English |
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Sat, Dec 20, 2025 11:30 am to 1:30 pm |
"We Write the Book" Culmination Party and Final Craft All are invited to our free culmination event for our "We Write the Book" program with our artist Debra Disman. Please join us... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Dec 20, 2025 11:30 am to 1:00 pm |
The Charm School: Shoe Charms Come be charming with us at the Venice Library. Attend our Charm School and make your own crafted shoe charm! All supplies included. Recommended for ages 11-18. This program has... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Sensory Friendly English |
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Mon, Dec 22, 2025 4:00 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 Sing... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Dec 22, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Teen Council Teen Council is a volunteer program where students can earn community service hours by helping with planning events at the library and participating in teen programs. Best for Ages 11-18. |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Volunteer Engagement English |
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Mon, Dec 22, 2025 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Telescope Night Under the Stars With NASA Weather permitting, join us outside the library to view the moon and Saturn up close through telescopes, guided by a NASA JPL Engineer and a NASA JPL Solar System... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Computers & Technology, STEM English |
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Mon, Dec 22, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Monday Night Chess Join us for a casual game of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome.Boards and pieces provided. No registration is required. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Mon, Dec 22, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Monday Night Games Calling all DTLA and surrounding community members! You are invited to join us for weekly Monday night board gaming at Central Library. All skill levels are welcome. Here are the games being offered in... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Mon, Dec 22, 2025 6:00 pm |
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Tue, Dec 23, 2025 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Street Fleet at the Boyle Heights City Hall While the Benjamin Franklin Branch Library is closed for construction, visit us across the street at the Boyle Heights City Hall for the Library's Street Fleet... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Tue, Dec 23, 2025 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
LEGO® Open Table Playtime Join us for LEGO® Block Playtime for kids and families (Open Table). Use your imagination to create items to leave at the library for display. |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Tue, Dec 23, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Homework Help With Mr. Isaac Students in grades 1-8 can receive homework assistance from Mr. Isaac on Tuesday afternoons, covering reading, writing, and mathematics up to Algebra 1. Mr. Isaac has 15 years of teaching... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Community Resources & Services, Student Success English |
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Tue, Dec 23, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Chess Club Learn how to play chess or step up your game with Coach Bill. Beginners will learn how to set up the board and do basic moves, while more experienced players will be paired with others at their level. All ages and... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Tue, Dec 23, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Teen'Scape Playlist Come listen to music together! We’ll each pick songs to listen to and discuss them together in a judgment-free zone. Bring ideas for what songs you want to share, and we’ll add them to our... |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 23, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Arts & Crafts Join us on the fourth Tuesday of the month for an afternoon of arts and crafts. We will enjoy some time together creating and crafting projects. Supplies might be limited and will be offered on a... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 23, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Tuesdays Join us for a teen program every Tuesday. Meet other tweens and teens, do a craft or other activity, and learn more about the library. For grades 6-12. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Teens |
Teen Councils English |
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Tue, Dec 23, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Knitting Social Club Join our knitting and crochet social club. We meet weekly, and people of all levels are welcome, including beginners. Please bring your own supplies. Registration is not required, just drop by. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 23, 2025 6:00 pm |
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Dec 24, 2025 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring for Adults 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 applications,... |
Panorama City Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Wed, Dec 24, 2025 4:30 pm |
Chalk Drawing for Teens Join us for this designing, interactive, Art experience! You will learn strategies and techniques for using chalk drawing to create your own personal artwork. All supplies will be provided. |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Dec 24, 2025 6:00 pm |
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Fri, Dec 26, 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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Sat, Dec 27, 2025 1:00 pm |
Chalk Drawing for Adults Learn techniques to create beautiful images with chalk on black paper. Beginners & all skill levels are welcome. All supplies will be provided. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Dec 29, 2025 3:30 pm |
Dungeons and Dragons Adventure Find your next adventure with a Dungeons and Dragons campaign. D&D is a tabletop fantasy role-playing game where players work together to solve a mystery, fight monsters, and... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Mon, Dec 29, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Monthly MakerSpace Join our monthly makerspace in the community room! Learn 3-D printing, sewing, button making, zine making, custom sticker design and more! This program is geared towards teens but open to all. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Mon, Dec 29, 2025 4:00 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 Sing... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Dec 29, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Monday Night Chess Join us for a casual game of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome.Boards and pieces provided. No registration is required. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Mon, Dec 29, 2025 6:00 pm |
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Tue, Dec 30, 2025 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Street Fleet at the Boyle Heights City Hall While the Benjamin Franklin Branch Library is closed for construction, visit us across the street at the Boyle Heights City Hall for the Library's Street Fleet... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Tue, Dec 30, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Homework Help With Mr. Isaac Students in grades 1-8 can receive homework assistance from Mr. Isaac on Tuesday afternoons, covering reading, writing, and mathematics up to Algebra 1. Mr. Isaac has 15 years of teaching... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Community Resources & Services, Student Success English |
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Tue, Dec 30, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Chess Club Learn how to play chess or step up your game with Coach Bill. Beginners will learn how to set up the board and do basic moves, while more experienced players will be paired with others at their level. All ages and... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Tue, Dec 30, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Teen'Scape Playlist Come listen to music together! We’ll each pick songs to listen to and discuss them together in a judgment-free zone. Bring ideas for what songs you want to share, and we’ll add them to our... |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 30, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Tuesdays Join us for a teen program every Tuesday. Meet other tweens and teens, do a craft or other activity, and learn more about the library. For grades 6-12. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Teens |
Teen Councils English |
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Tue, Dec 30, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Knitting Social Club Join our knitting and crochet social club. We meet weekly, and people of all levels are welcome, including beginners. Please bring your own supplies. Registration is not required, just drop by. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 30, 2025 6:00 pm |
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |