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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
BARK Children will develop their reading skills and build confidence with BARK Therapy Dogs. Join us in the Children's Area every second Thursday of the month for an afternoon of learning, books, and fun! |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm |
Needle Crafts Club Know how to knit, crochet, embroider, or do needlepoint? Want to learn? Recommended for ages 6+ and all skill levels. Participants are encouraged to bring their project, yarn, and needles to join in... |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Preschool Storytime Storytime helps build early literacy skills. We encourage a fun and safe learning environment with stories, songs, and movement.This program is 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, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Hand Painted Candles Using paint pens, a special technique, and classic taper candles, guests will be led through the process of designing and painting custom motifs. Flowers are ever... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kids Crafternoon: Pinch Pots Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with us in a hands-on, creative way. Learn how to make pinch pots, simple yet beautiful pottery that Native American tribes have crafted for... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Divya 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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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Computer Drop In Assistance Drop in for assistance with any personal device for downloading documents, sending emails, navigating apps, and more. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm |
STEAM Activity: Oak Trees Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about oak trees and their importance to the Gabrielino/Tongva people, the first people of the Los Angeles Basin. This program is... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Paper Quilling Art | arte de filigrana Paper quilling art is a craft that involves cutting strips of paper into thin coils, shaping them, and gluing them onto a surface to create intricate and... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm |
LEGO® League Join us for LEGO® League and put your creativity and building skills to the test! Each month, you'll be challenged to build different themed creations.Thursday, November 13Thursday, December 11 |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
When We Were Animals Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with storytellers Lorrie Oshatz and Theresa Amy! They skillfully interpret folktales and fables, using a wild array of props, masks, and costumes. This... |
Platt Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm |
Gratitude Turkey Craft Gratitude is my jam. We’ll be making a Gratitude Turkey, where each child will create their own colorful turkey decorated with paper leaves. On each leaf, kids will write something they’re... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm |
Celebrating Thanksgiving Gobble up some fun at the library! Kids are invited to create a festive turkey craft and share what they're thankful for. All supplies will be provided for this program. |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm |
Movie: A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving When Peppermint Patty and a group of hungry pals show up at Charlie Brown's house expecting food, Charlie Brown is too wishy-washy to refuse. With the help of Linus,... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Film English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Family Storytime and Crafts Join us for an afternoon of fun. Enjoy storytime and unleash your creativity with our exciting craft activities. |
Sylmar Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm |
Candy Labs: Candy Jewelry Workshop Join us and expand your creativity by making your very own edible jewerly made out of different varieties of candy. This hands on kids program will teach the basics of... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Leaf Garlands Prepare for Fall by making and decorating a leaf garland. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Family Storytime Stories, songs and fingerplays for all ages. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:15 pm |
Corn Husk Dolls Corn husk dolls were traditionally made from the last corn grown in a season. Experience making corn husks dolls like those made by Native Americans. Dress and decoratre them using your own imagination and... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutoring With Michele 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... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:30 pm |
STAR Readers Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteers Phyllis and Charity. Come three times and take home a free book. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Tea and a Tale Virtual Live Reading Series Brew some tea, relax, and listen to a virtual live reading of a public domain novel or short stories. Join via Zoom or dial in by phone. |
Online Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:30 pm |
Mythbusters: College Edition This presentation aims to empower students and families with accurate, up-to-date information about the college admissions process, financial aid, and transfer pathways. By... |
Memorial Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Student Success English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Craft-ernoon: Mixed Media Wth Art Era! Visiting artist Jasmine Cassell will guide participants in creating their own artwork using mixed media. This program is for grades 6-12.The Library Foundation of Los... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Special Teen Thursday While we normally have our teen programs on Tuesdays, this week, we'll be having a Teen Thursday! Join us to meet our new YA librarian and do some button making. All teens and tweens from grades... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Raising Kids in a Digital World Join us for an engaging workshop where children and their parents or caregivers can discover healthy digital habits together through storytime, creative activities, and movement.... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Computers & Technology, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Right to Write: Student to Student Peer Writing Support Middle and High School students in need of essay or homework writing help are invited to meet with fellow students for drop-in writing... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Teens |
Student Success, Writing English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
Intermediate English Conversation Class Join our Intermediate English Conversation Class to improve your communication, grammar, and expand your vocabulary.Contact the literacy coordinator for more information... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 5:00 pm |
Mystery Book Club Calling all sleuths! Join us on the second Thursday of each month for a thoughtful discussion of mysteries and thrillers. |
Online Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library |
Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 5:00 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. Students must have a green... |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 5:00 pm |
Chinese Dumpling Demo and Tasting Teens, join us for a delightful demonstration and tasting of Chinese dessert dumplings. The demo will include a hands-on activity preparing hand-rolled sticky rice... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
English Conversation With Isabel Speak English with confidence! The English conversation class is perfect for any level. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
The Poet's Gala Join us for The Poet's Gala—a celebration of the bold voices and creativity of poets from the Community Literature Initiative. The Sims Library of Poetry is the largest Black-owned poetry library in... |
Central Library | Adults |
Poetry English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 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.... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 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. |
Panorama City Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 5:30 pm |
English Conversation With Charlotte Speak English with confidence! Join our Beginner English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. For more information, contact (213... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 5:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Susannah 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... |
Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring with Priya 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... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 2025 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Poetry Workshop With Martin Jago The Poetry Workshop invites new and seasoned poets to share new work and provide feedback, facilitated by British-American poet Martin Jago. This one and a half hour workshop... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Poetry English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
English Conversation Class With Harold Speak English with confidence! This English conversation class is perfect for beginner and intermediate levels. Adults will use common words and expressions. This... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 6:30 pm |
LA Made Presents: Vietnamese Spring Roll Making Vietnamese Spring Rolls are scrumptious and a healthy choice of food. They are served cold (not fried) and filled with fresh, crunchy... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 6:30 pm |
LA Made Presents: Classical Guitar Music The Duo of Tom Foster and Taro Wayama presents an enchanting mix of guitar music, which spans the centuries and combines traditional classical repertoires... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Let's Tango Together Back by popular demand! Join Ilona Glinarsky for this exciting 6-session beginner Tango dance class. Experience the joy of Argentine Tango, learn new dance moves, and have fun in a... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness, Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025 6:30 pm |
Yarn Crafting Circle for Adults Join us for an evening of knitting and crocheting. All levels are welcome, including new learners! Bring your own needles and yarn if you have them. |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Fri, Nov 14, 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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Fri, Nov 14, 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 |