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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 11:00 am to 1:00 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... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 11:00 am |
Understanding Standardized Testing Our mission is to equip students with the tools, strategies, and confidence they need to succeed in standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, and AP exams. We aim to... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Teens |
College Readiness English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 11:00 am |
Voices of the Valley: Oral History in Community Curious about how to preserve family stories or the history of your neighborhood? Join us to learn about the basics of oral history, including how to... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 2025 11:30 am |
Share a Story With the BARK Therapy Dogs Join us on the fourth Saturday of the month, when kids can improve their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs from the BARK program. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 11:30 am to 3:30 pm |
Harry Potter Movie Marathon Join us in the community room for snacks and the film Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. (Rated PG) An adult must accompany children under 13. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Film English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Book Discussion: Wired for Love - A Neuroscientist's Journey Through Romance, Loss, and the Essence of Human Connection Please join us for a book... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
San Pedro Library Stamp Club The San Pedro Library Stamp Collecting Club will provide an interesting time for people, whether they are just starting a postage stamp collection or have been collecting for years... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring With Eric 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 citizenship... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 12:00 pm |
Young Adult Fanfiction Contest Writers between the ages of 10 and 22 are invited to participate in our Young Adult Fanfiction Competition. Join us in celebrating creativity, passion, and love for all things... |
Online Robertson Branch Library |
Teens |
Writing English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Young Adult Fanfiction Contest Writers between the ages of 10 and 22 are invited to participate in our Young Adult Fanfiction Competition. Join us in celebrating creativity, passion, and love for all things... |
Online Westwood Branch Library |
Teens |
Writing English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 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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Sat, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Knitting and Crochet Club Join us for knitting and crochet! |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Pianist Vijay Venkatesh and Baritone Matthew Hough Live in Concert "Venkatesh has an extremely rare combination of effortless technical command and authority with a sense of... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 1:00 pm |
Scholarships and Financial Aid This workshop empowers students and their families with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complex financial landscape of higher education. By exploring the... |
Online Central Library |
Teens |
Student Success English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 1:00 pm |
Home Composting It's easy to compost at home! Join a free workshop to learn how. This workshop will teach you how to turn kitchen scraps and yard trimmings into nutrient-rich soil amendment. Home composting is taught by LA... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Adults |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 1:00 pm |
Open Mic Poetry Share your original poems, lyrics, spoken word, or just enjoy listening. Each poet will have five minutes to read an original work. If you wish to read, sign up when you arrive.Our featured speaker will be... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Poetry English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 2025 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Jess 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,... |
Northridge Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 1:30 pm |
Tiny & Tall Play Join us for fun, creativity, and meaningful family time you won’t forget. Children ages 0-8 years old are invited to explore and play safely in a welcoming space. Parents are welcome to connect and... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Friends of the Memorial Branch Library Book Sale The Friends of the Memorial Branch Library have lots of gently used books for sale. Stop by to pick up something good to read. |
Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Docent-led Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art, and... |
Central Library | Adults |
Tours English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Kristie 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, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Zine Folding Demonstration With Nova Community Arts Zines are a DIY form of rapid publishing that is a great way to share your thoughts, poetry, drawings, comics, or more! In this class, you’ll... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Crochet and Knitting Circle Knit and crochet with others—either work on your projects or learn the beginning fundamentals of knitting and crochet. Supplies will be provided if you do not have your own. |
Central Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Covered CA Outreach and Enrollment Certified Covered California Enrollment Counselors will be at the library to meet you face-to-face to discuss and explain your health coverage options. They can also... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Workshop of Imagination Build-A-Story with Puppet Arts & Crafts! After learning about story structure, kids use their imagination to create a puppet character, then act out a story in a puppet theater. Intended for... |
Central Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
STAR Reading With Mr. Hamid Children are invited to read one-on-one or in small groups with our STAR volunteer, Mr. Hamid. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book after reading with Mr. Hamid three times. |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Hollywood Board Game Day We'll have a variety of board games to try, or feel free to bring in a favorite game to share! Stop by to learn a new game, teach one to others or hang out with other gamers! |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
#TrashArt Collage Party @the Library Join us to create a playful collage using everyday items like junk mail, shipping materials, product packaging, CDs, and more.Discover what you can make with materials... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Short Play Reading: Alliance of Los Angeles Playwrights Members of the Alliance of Los Angeles Playwrights will present readings of several short works by different local playwrights... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Movie Matinee: Ne Zha 2 Join us while we watch Ne Zha 2 (Rated PG-13, 2025), directed by Yu Yang! "After a great catastrophe, the souls of Nezha and Aobing are saved, but their bodies face ruin. To give them new life... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Modern Tabletop Games Join Tyler Golden, a passionate gamer, for an exciting tabletop game day filled with a fantastic selection of modern games. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the fun, Tyler will happily... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Miriam's Garden Please join us for "Miriam's Garden." This month, we feature the work of Laura Sermeño, Pam Concepcion, and Special Guests. |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Poetry English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 3:00 pm |
Arroyo Book Club Join us for a lively book discussion. |
In Person & Online Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Youth Coders League: Learn Python Children ages 7-11 will learn how to illustrate using Python, guided by teen volunteers. No prior coding experience is required. Participants are encouraged to bring their... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Computers & Technology, STEM English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 3:00 pm |
Family Movie Day Stop by for some family-friendly movies in our Children's area!Saturday, Nov 15: Moana (PG)Saturday, Nov 22: Wallace & Gromit (PG)Saturday, Dec 13: The Muppet Christmas Carol (G) |
Wilshire Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Film English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Japan America Chamber Ensemble Don't miss the annual Japan American Chamber Ensemble concert! This is an excellent chance to hear some of your favorite classical music conducted by famous conductor Ark Sano.... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Nov 23, 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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Sun, Nov 23, 2025 12:00 pm |
Young Adult Fanfiction Contest Writers between the ages of 10 and 22 are invited to participate in our Young Adult Fanfiction Competition. Join us in celebrating creativity, passion, and love for all things... |
Online Robertson Branch Library |
Teens |
Writing English |
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Sun, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 2025 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Soul Train 50th Anniversary Symposium Soul Train turns 50 years old this year! Come celebrate with some of the original dancers. Hollywood comedienne, Mother Diva, will MC the event. The former crew... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Nov 23, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Docent-led L.A. Central Library Art & Architecture Tour Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art,... |
Central Library | Adults |
Tours English |