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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Brick Builders Enjoy a weekly drop-in creative playtime using building bricks to express your imagination. Intended for ages 6-11. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org. |
Central Library | Kids |
Games English |
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 4:00 pm |
Collaging for Writers: Storytelling Through Mixed-Media Piece together your story! Students will explore textures, colors, and images to craft their own unique collages from recycled... |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Writing English |
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 4:00 pm |
Reading to the Rescue Do you like dogs? Do you like books? Join us as children practice their reading by sharing their favorite stories aloud to gentle rescue pups from Reading to the Rescue—building confidence,... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Origami Flower Pots and Seedlings Join us to create origami flower pots and take home your own seedlings to plant and grow. |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 4:15 pm |
Chinese Dessert Dumplings Demo and Tasting Join Chef Jess Wang for a communal Chinese dessert tradition: preparing hand-rolled sticky rice dumplings! This cooking demo is a hands-on experience... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 4:15 pm |
Family Storytime Join us for stories and songs, followed by playtime. For children of all ages and their families. |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 5:00 pm |
Mini Koinoboro Craft Koinobori or Japanese carp kites are flown every year in Japan to celebrate Kodomo No Hi or "Children's Day" in early May. Join us to make your very own carp kite! Craft supplies are... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Chess Club Are you a chess player? Are you interested in learning? We invite you to join us as we explore one of the world's oldest games. Individuals of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Chess sets will be made available. |
El Sereno Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Games English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk® at the L.A. Zoo: A is for Axolotl and Wake, Sleepy One Discover a new story or two at the L.A. Zoo! Just stop by the Winnick Family Children's Zoo on your next visit and follow the... |
Offsite | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Adult Literacy, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 10:15 am to 11:15 am |
Toddler & Preschool Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and playtime! This program is for children ages 1-5 and their caregivers. |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 10:30 am |
Storytime & Playtime Join us for stories, fingerplays, and movement activities followed by playtime. All children are welcomed with their caregivers. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 10:30 am |
Little One's Storytime Join us for storytime for little ones, featuring songs, shakers, scarves, and more! |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 10:30 am |
Toddler Storytime Toddlers and their grown-ups are invited to sing songs, rhymes, and read books with Ms. Shalla in Pan Pacific Park every Wednesday, for as long as the weather permits. Space may be limited if moved... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Storytime | Hora de cuentos para niños Join us for books, songs, dance, and flannel board fun.Hora de cuentos para niños. Disfruta de libros, movimientos y canciones en español e inglés. |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 10:30 am |
Read With a STAR Volunteer: Miss Rebecca Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR reader, Miss Rebecca. Children can read to Miss Rebecca, or Miss Rebecca can read to... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 10:30 am |
Family Literacy Workshop: Math is Fun Families will develop basic numeracy skills through songs, books & hands-on activities and conversations that involve numbers. Every family will take a free book! |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Adult Literacy, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 10:30 am |
Storytime Calling all babies and toddlers! Join us for stories, songs, and fun that will help build your little one's early literacy skills. Storytime is designed with babies and toddlers in mind, but all children are welcome... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 11:00 am to 12:00 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, Mar 18, 2026 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Preschool Storytime Stories, songs, movement, and more for children aged 18 months to 5 years and their parents/caregivers. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org. |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Read With Star Volunteer Pamela All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer Pamela. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Wednesday. Take home a free book after coming to... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for K-12 Students Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Quiet, Safe Study SpaceReserved Computers and... |
Robertson Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Nelia Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Nelia. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 2:30 pm |
Student Zone The Student Zone is an after-school homework center for grades K-12 that provides:A place to studyReserved laptopsFree basic school supplies and free printingGuidance from a trained Student Zone helper who can... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
BARK: Read With Vida the Therapy Dog Children can read to our certified therapy dog Vida, to build confidence and practice their reading skills. Early through advanced readers are welcome. First come, first... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 2:30 pm to 5:30 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... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework for K-12 Students Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Trained Student Zone Helper to Assist with Homework (Mon, Tue, Wed... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Student Zone Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to studyReserved computers and laptopsFree basic school supplies and free printingGuidance from... |
Cahuenga Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Mr. Marty Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Marty. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.Los... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for K-12 Students Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Services include:Assistance with homework... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 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 studyReserved... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Miss Katherine Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Miss Katherine. Earn a free book with every three weekly visits. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR Readers Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteers Beryl, Annette, and Lynda. Come three times and take home a free book. |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STAR Storytime With Kat 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 storytimes at our branch.STAR storytimes are... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR: Stories With Linda Children are welcome to join Linda in celebrating the joy of stories. Stop by while she’s reading in the children's area. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR sessions at the Palms-... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Bonnie Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Bonnie. Take home a free book after reading with Bonnie three times. |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Student Zone Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to studyReserved computers and laptopsFree basic school supplies and free printingGuidance from... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Student Zone Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. You will find:Trained Student Zone Helper to Assist with HomeworkAccess to Basic School SuppliesFree PrintingReserved... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for K-12 Students Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12 that provide:A trained Student Zone Helper to assist with homeworkA quiet, safe place to... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English, Español |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Student Zone Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Trained Student Zone Helper to Assist with HomeworkAccess to Basic School SuppliesFree PrintingReserved Computer Access |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
College Readiness, Student Success English, Español |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:30 pm |
Math Homework Help K-12 students are welcome to meet with our Math Homework Helper for basic and advanced math problems, including algebra and geometry. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids |
Student Success English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:30 pm |
Read to a Dog Join us for a weekly program to practice reading and increasing your reading skills and self confidence by reading aloud to Grant, a wonderful therapy dog. All ages are welcome. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:30 pm |
Pokémon Club Become an elite Pokémon Trainer!Develop the skills to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game by battling your Pokémon against your opponents! Cards will be provided. Beginners are welcome. In addition, participate in... |
Panorama City Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help Visit our Student Zone! Student zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Trained... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English, Español |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 3:30 pm |
Art As Play! Explore process art with a wide variety of materials as we design and create art for fun. All children and their caregivers are welcomed. |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Reading to the Rescue: Read to a Therapy Dog Read aloud your favorite storybooks to some of our best dog friends from Reading to the Rescue. Kids are invited to practice reading aloud (or listening to a story) with a gentle... |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Crafty Kids: Arts & Crafts Looking for a fun and creative activity? Join us for a crafty time! All supplies will be provided. |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Children's Butterfly Craft Let's celebrate the start of spring with a beautiful butterfly craft!Using clothespins, pipe cleaners, and colorful bracelet beads, children can easily create their own butterflies... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Small Group Storytime Join us for small group storytime. These storytimes are a great fit for children who are sensory-sensitive, prefer smaller groups, or have caregivers who work during the day. |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Sensory Friendly, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, Mar 18, 2026 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, Mar 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Children's Storytime Join us for a fun filled afternoon at the library sharing book read alouds, songs, movement activities, and crafts! Geared towards children ages 2-5 years old but all ages are welcome to... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |