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Wed, Oct 15, 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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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:20 pm |
Reading Comprehension (Intermediate) With Merlynne G. Use lyrics to learn English! In this class you will read and analyze lyrics to expand your vocabulary and improve your understanding of the... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Spooky Slime Learn about the squishy, slimy science of slime and make your own. |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Children's Storytime Join us for a fun filled afternoon of stories, songs, and movement activities! Stay afterwards to work on a craft activity and play with our toys. Geared towards children ages 2-5 years old... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STEAM Program With UCLA Scientists From pumpkins to potions, we’re turning October into a laboratory of wonder! Join us for a Halloween‑themed STEAM program hosted by UCLA scientists, where curious minds will... |
Westwood Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Get Ready for College: College Unlocked: Your "Ask Anything" Session In this open and interactive session, you can drop in with any questions about the college... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
College Readiness English, Español |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Bricks Building Challenge Come and build the challenge for the day or make your own creation.Ages 5-11. |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Teen Council Join us at Teen Council. It is an opportunity for tweens and teens ages 11-19 in grades 6-12 to meet new people and gain valuable skills such as leadership, critical thinking, collaboration, and civic engagement... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Teens |
Teen Councils English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Teen Council Join a group of your peers to leave your mark on the library! Teen Council is an opportunity to develop leadership skills, meet other teens, and earn community service hours. Anyone aged 11-18 is invited to join. |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Computer Help Assistance with basic computer questions, e-mail, and internet how-to. Feel free to bring your device. Space is limited in the Computer Training Room. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 2025 4:30 pm to 6:30 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.... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English, Chinese |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Chair Yoga Join us for chair yoga, it's a great opportunity to de-stress, stretch, and relax. No special equipment or clothing is required. |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Cybersecurity Safety Tips Join us for an informative session on how to protect yourself in both the digital and real worlds. Discover essential tips for staying safe online and learn strategies to protect yourself... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Embroidery Club | Taller de Bordado We will learn some basic embroidery techniques and stitching to create simple floral designs by hand. We have a few embroidery hoops to lend. We will provide thread,... |
Malabar Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Wed, Oct 15, 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... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Emma 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... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 4:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Crysta Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Crysta. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our library. |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 5:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Dan 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... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
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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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. The class may... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 5:15 pm |
Read With a STAR: Ruth Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer, Ruth. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR readers. |
Platt Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes | Clases de Ciudadania Gratis Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process.... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English, Español |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 5:30 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Amy Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Amy. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Hannah 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... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 2025 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Sewing Basics II Learn the essentials of sewing in this beginner-friendly class where you’ll create your very own pillowcase from start to finish. You’ll practice basic techniques like cutting fabric, using a sewing machine... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 6:00 pm |
Adult Reading & Writing: For Life and Work With Tania Improve your reading and writing while working on practical life skills. This class will support your path, whether you want to practice reading confidently... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 6:00 pm |
California Special Election: A Look at Proposition 50 Are you feeling confused about the upcoming statewide special election on November 4? Mona Field, past president of the League of Women... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Lectures English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
Quiet Write Night Quiet Write Night is a great way to focus on your creative writing. Find quiet support with other writers in a tranquil atmosphere. Bring your writing projects into the Community Room and see how much... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Writing English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm |
Zumba for Adults! Come join us for great exercise and fun! |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 6:30 pm |
Fiction Book Club Join us on the third Wednesday of every month for our long-running book club for adults!Upcoming meetings:August (8/20): The Queens of Crime by Marie BenedictSeptember (9/17): Tell Me Everything by... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Wed, Oct 15, 2025 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm |
English Conversation Class With Tara Speak English with confidence! This English conversation class is perfect for beginner and intermediate levels. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 2025 8:00 am |
StoryWalk®: Waa’aka: The Bird Who Fell in Love With the Sun Check out our new StoryWalk® in partnership with the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take an accessible nature walk and follow the pages of a... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 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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Thu, Oct 16, 2025 9:30 am to 3:30 pm |
In-N-Out Cover to Cover Reading Club Join the In-N-Out Cover to Cover Club! Children aged 4 to 12 can earn a free In-N-Out hamburger or cheeseburger by reading five books or a total of 300 minutes. Parents can... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Book Clubs, Student Success English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 2025 10:00 am to 3:30 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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Thu, Oct 16, 2025 10:00 am to 5:30 pm |
In-N-Out Cover to Cover Reading Challenge Join the In-N-Out Cover to Cover Club! Children aged 4 to 12 can earn a free In-N-Out hamburger or cheeseburger by reading five books or a total of 300 minutes.... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Book Clubs, Student Success English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 2025 10:15 am to 11:00 am |
Preschool Story Time Join our Children's Librarian for a fun 20-minute story time filled with songs, flannel stories, and picture books. A ten-minute group playtime follows story time. Enter meeting room via side door... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 2025 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Yoga and Tai Chi With Susan Join us for Yoga and Tai Chi!Please check the calendar to confirm session dates, including holiday exclusions and/or cancellations. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 2025 10:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Storytelling Class With Megha Stories inspire! Stories teach! Stories make us laugh! Research shows that listening and telling stories helps us understand and remember information better. Participants will have an... |
Online | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
STAR Storytime With Myrtle Our STAR volunteers read to children one-on-one or in small groups. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book to keep after attending three STAR reading sessions at our branch.STAR... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Book Walk and Talk Do you like sports? Does literature speak to you? Would you like to go for a walk? Welcome to the Book Walk & Talk event! Join us for a fun-filled, hour-long, Book Walk and Talk. Meet us at the... |
Central Library | Adults |
Book Clubs, Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 2025 10:30 am |
STAR Reader Ms. Lisa Children are invited to experience the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Ms. Lisa. After attending three STAR sessions at our branch, they will receive a free book to keep. |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 2025 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm |
Super-Duper Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and fun! |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 2025 12:00 pm |
In-N-Out Burger's Cover to Cover Reading Program Children aged 4 to 12 years are invited to join the Cover to Cover book club. Sign up, read, and log five books, or complete 300 minutes of... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Kids |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Oct 16, 2025 12:00 pm |
In-N-Out's Cover to Cover Reading Challenge In-N-Out's Cover to Cover Reading Club is here! Children aged 4 to 12 years old are invited to participate. All you have to do is sign up, read 5 books or... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids |
Book Clubs English |