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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 4:00 pm |
Autobiographical Comics Workshop for Kids Join us for a fun and imaginative Autobiographical Comics Workshop led by 826LA! In this session, young storytellers will learn how to turn moments from their... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Writing English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Children's Storytime Join us for a fun filled afternoon of book read alouds, songs, movements activities, and crafts! Geared towards children ages 2-5 but all ages are welcome to attend! Please note: There... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
Student Zone With Homework Helper Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide a quiet place to study, reserved computers and laptops, free basic school supplies... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 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, 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 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, Dec 17, 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, Dec 17, 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, Dec 17, 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 | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Wed, Dec 17, 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, Dec 17, 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, 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 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, Dec 17, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Jamie Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms.... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 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, Dec 17, 2025 5:45 pm to 7:45 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring for Adults 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... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 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, 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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Wed, Dec 17, 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, Dec 17, 2025 6:00 pm |
Holiday Lights Evening Walk For Adults Join us for an evening walk around the neighborhood, surrounded by holiday lights! All levels and abilities welcome! Please meet us at the flagpole in front of the... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm |
Book Club for Adults Join us for a lively literary discussion at our book club for adults! New members are always welcome. You may check out the book (or e-book) for free with your library card.October 22: The Long Way to... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 6:00 pm |
Teen Council Join the Chatsworth Teen Council to get involved at the library and make a difference in your community! Meet other teens, collaborate on projects in service to teen patrons in the library, develop... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Teens |
Teen Councils English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
Quiet Write Night Come to the Library community room to work in a tranquil, supportive atmosphere with other creative writers. This quiet space will help you focus and stop procrastinating. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
Quiet Write Night Bring your creative writing projects into the library's tranquil Community Room. This is a great way to find peaceful support from other writers. Get focused and creative on your writing this winter. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Author Talk: Bobbito's Book of B-Ball Bong Bong!: A Memoir of Sports, Style, and Soul Join us for a conversation with author Robert "Bobito" Garcia regarding his... |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Authors, Book Clubs, Lectures English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 6:30 pm |
Mystery & Thriller Book Club Join us on the last Wednesday of every month for our Mystery & Thriller book club!Upcoming meetings:August (8/27) Spy Coast by Tess GerritsenSeptember (9/24) The Talented Mr... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 2025 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring for Adults 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... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
Polar Express Storywalk at Travel Town Jump aboard real trains, then journey to the North Pole with The Polar Express StoryWalk! The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg is a beloved holiday classic... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 2025 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm |
Mindful Meditation Thursdays Unwind, recharge, and reset with leaders from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. |
Central Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 12:30 pm to 1:30 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, Seniors |
Tours English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 12:30 pm |
Russian for Beginners Russian for Beginners. |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Language Learning English, Russian |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 12:30 pm |
Lunchtime Line Dance Join us to kick up your heels and learn line dances in various styles, including western, Latin, pop, disco, and more! No experience is needed.Tuesdays - Intermediate LevelThursdays - Beginner... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
English 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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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
English Conversation Class Speak English with confidence. Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 1:00 pm |
Q.Me Free Legal Clinic Speak virtually with an attorney about tickets/warrants, landlord/tenant issues, family law, employment, housing, and more. Q.Me, a non-profit that connects crowdsourced volunteer providers... |
Online Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library |
Adults |
Business, Career & Finances, Community Resources & Services English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Aphasia Book Club Aphasia is a language disorder, usually resulting from stroke or head injury. It can affect a person's ability to read, write, speak, and understand speech. This book club is designed especially for... |
Online Echo Park Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
"Saved by a Story" Seniors Writing Group Come enjoy creativity and community in a nonjudgmental environment. Discover the bounty of stories that lies within! |
Westwood Branch Library | Seniors |
Writing English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 1:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Sarah 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 are... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
B.Y.O. Needle Arts Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or hand-stitching projects to the library and enjoy a relaxing hour crafting and chatting with other needle-art fans.Limited supplies are available for... |
Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Red Cross Blood Drive Consider making a blood donation this holiday season. All donors will receive a $15 Amazon gift card via email (a photo ID is required) in appreciation of their support. To schedule a life-saving... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Dec 18, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
English Conversation Class (Beginners) With JuAn In this class, beginner level adult learners practice every day English with the help of board games. Apply what you learn... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |