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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutoring dults 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... |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Holiday Card Making Join us and make holiday cards for your friends and family. |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 5:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Tiffany 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... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
Writing Class With Alex This class will teach adults the basics of writing, from structuring a sentence to writing a paragraph. You will also practice writing for every day use, like writing and responding to emails and... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 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 16, 2025 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Chess Club Do you play chess? Would you like to learn? Join us as we all learn to play one of the world's oldest games. All ages and skill levels are welcome. A volunteer will be available to answer questions. Chess sets will... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes | Clases de Ciudadania Gratis La biblioteca ofrece una serie de clases que le ayudarán a prepararse para el exámen de ciudadanía. Las clases son en... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration Español |
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Tue, Dec 16, 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.... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 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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Tue, Dec 16, 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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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
English Conversation Class With Karissa 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... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 6:00 pm |
Tech Help, Just for You
Our friendly tech aide is available at the information desk on Tuesdays, offering free, one-on-one assistance with your technology questions and needs. No appointment is necessary.Learn about:... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English, Español |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 6:00 pm to 7:30 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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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 6:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Strange Interlude Concert Harp and cello duo Strange Interlude (Lily Press, harp and Simon Linn-Gerstein, cello) present intimate salon-style concerts with programs that are... |
Studio City Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 6:30 pm |
The Third Tuesday Book Club Join us for a lively book discussion. Please call or email the branch for this month's title. |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Dec 16, 2025 6:30 pm |
The 3rd Tuesday Book Club Join us for a discussion of The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell. All are welcome! |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 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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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 10:00 am |
Writing Class With Nancy, Robin, and Harry This class will teach adults the basics of writing, from structuring a sentence to writing a paragraph. You will also practice writing for everyday use,... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 10:00 am to 1:00 pm |
LADPH Substance Abuse Center The Center provides education classes and links community members to local support services including: substance use prevention services for alcohol abuse, drug use and substance... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 10:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Walk-in-Tutor Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults will work with a tutor for 20 minute sessions. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointments or... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 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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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 11:00 am |
Adult Crafting Wednesday: Quilling Quilling is back by popular demand! Take your quilling to the next level and learn new skills that you did not know you could possess. Make something for yourself or a... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Weekly Art Circle Take some time for your creative pursuits and chat with fellow art-makers in this virtual studio hour. Please bring whatever creative project you're working on, or if you need an art prompt, we will... |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Free Citizenship Classes | Clases de Ciudadania Gratis La biblioteca ofrece una serie de clases que le ayudarán a prepararse para el exámen de ciudadanía. Las clases son en... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Citizenship & Immigration Español |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 12:00 pm |
Adult Book Club: December Join library staff and other book lovers for an engaging, in-person discussion of My Monticello by Jocelyn Nicole Johnson. Copies are available here in our branch or... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Friends of the Fairfax Branch Library Book Sale The Friends of the Fairfax Branch Library will be selling gently used books. All proceeds will benefit programming and collection development at the... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 12:30 pm |
English Conversation With Bob and Tom Speak English with confidence! English conversation class is perfect for any level. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
TTC - Tarzana Treatment Centers: Free and Low Cost Medical Services TTC Tarzana Health Centers offer free and low-cost medical services including:Free immunizationsSchool... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English, Español |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 1:30 pm |
Line Dancing Join our library staff as they guide you through beginning line dances!Have fun, meet new people, and get some exercise!All levels welcome. |
Northridge Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 1:30 pm to 3:30 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... |
Edendale Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Crochet and Knitting Club Join us for an informal gathering of yarn crafting enthusiasts. Bring your own project. We all learn from each other. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Julia 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... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 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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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Play Chess! Come join other chess players for some serious fun! |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Journaling Journeys Join the Library's social worker, Rachelle Clayton Smith, for a bi-weekly journaling support group. You will learn how to reflect through writing, explore your creativity, and build stress relief... |
Northridge Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Computer Classes Join us for computer classes where patrons can learn a variety of essential skills. Participants will discover how to use and borrow the Library's e-media, and set up an email account. |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Holiday Gift Swap Bring a gift, get a gift! No gift? Come participate anyway!We will be hosting a gift swap where attendees can bring any gently used clean clothes, toys, and unused holiday gifts to participate in a free... |
Studio City Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:15 pm |
Holiday Film Series: How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) On the outskirts of Whoville lives a green, revenge-seeking Grinch who plans to ruin Christmas for all of the citizens of the... |
Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring Need help improving your reading and writing skills? Come by the library and find that help. Adults can work with a walk-in tutor for 15 to 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is available on a first-come, first-... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Crafternoons Join our skilled facilitator and your community to make wonderful crafts and great memories. Únase a nuestro facilitador capacitado y tu comunidad para hacer maravillosas manualidades y grandes recuerdos.... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies 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 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, 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 5:45 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 5:45 pm to 7:45 pm |
Stand Up Comedy Open Mic Join us every Wednesday for Stand Up Comedy Open Mic! Bring your best material to try out, or just come to enjoy the show. Sign-up begins at 5:45 p.m., Open Mic starts at 6 p.m. This program is... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 5:45 pm to 7:45 pm |
Stand Up Comedy Open Mic Join us every Wednesday for Stand Up Comedy Open Mic! Bring your best material to try out, or just come to enjoy the show. Sign-up begins at 5:45 p.m., Open Mic starts at 6 p.m. This program is... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances 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 |