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Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Tue, May 12, 2026
12:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Benjamin Franklin Library Pop-up at Boyle Heights City Hall
While the Benjamin Franklin Branch Library is closed for construction, visit us across the street at the Boyle Heights City...
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors Community Resources & Services

English, Español
Tue, May 12, 2026
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Walk-In Tutoring
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...
Canoga Park Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
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
Tue, May 12, 2026
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Visión y Compromiso - Free Community Services | Servicios Comunitarios Gratuitos
Free Community Services, providing free food, clothing, support services to low-...
Van Nuys Branch Library Adults, Seniors Community Resources & Services

English, Español
Tue, May 12, 2026
1:00 pm to 3:00 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.

Clases de ciudadanía...
Cahuenga Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
1:30 pm
Book Club With Marilyn and Nate
Do you want to improve your reading with a good story? Join the book club and read with other adults who want to practice vocabulary, grammar, and reading skills using books or...
Online Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy, Book Clubs

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
2:00 pm
Urban Voices: Neighborhood Sing
Immerse yourself in a music workshop with participatory singing and wellness activities to improve mental health, amplify self-expression, and build community.Neighborhood...
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library Teens, Adults, Seniors Music & Performances

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
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
Tue, May 12, 2026
3:00 pm
Practice Tai Chi With SECOIAs
If you are over the age of 50 and would like to practice Tai Chi with a group of friendly folks, the Social-Educational Community of Older and Inclusive Adults (SECOIAs) of Mar Vista is...
Mar Vista Branch Library Seniors Health & Wellness

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Sus memorias importan: Mantenga su cerebro sano
¿Le interesa saber cómo cuidar la salud de su cerebro? En este taller, Alzheimer’s LA hablará sobre cómo conversar con un médico acerca de...
Baldwin Hills Branch Library Adults, Seniors Health & Wellness

Español
Tue, May 12, 2026
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Tech Try Out Cart
Did you know that the Los Angeles Public Library lends e-books, audiobooks, movies, music, magazines, newspapers, comic books, and more to our patrons on their smartphones, tablets, laptops, or...
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library Adults, Seniors Computers & Technology

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
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
Tue, May 12, 2026
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
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 español y son para las personas que califican para tomar el...
Echo Park Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

Español
Tue, May 12, 2026
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.

Clases de ciudadanía...
El Sereno Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
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.

Clases de ciudadanía...
Panorama City Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
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.

Clases de ciudadanía...
Sun Valley Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Noir Movie Night: Angel's Flight
Angel's Flight is a rare, low-budget 1965 film noir thriller that follows a hard-drinking reporter, Ben Wiley, as he attempts to solve a series of murders involving a...
John C. Fremont Branch Library Adults, Seniors Film

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
English Conversation Class
Looking to improve your English? Join our English Conversation Class, where you can practice speaking, improve your grammar, and expand your vocabulary in a friendly, supportive...
Platt Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Tue, May 12, 2026
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Evening Adult Coloring
Explore your creative side. Join us for a relaxing monthly evening session, with all materials provided courtesy of the Sherman Oaks Friends of the Library. We also color weekly on Thursdays...
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library Adults, Seniors Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Wed, May 13, 2026
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
Wed, May 13, 2026
10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Walk-In Tutoring
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
Wed, May 13, 2026
10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Mystery Book Club
Join us for engaging discussions at our monthly Mystery Book Club meeting! Below is the upcoming schedule: Mar. 11: Twenty One Days by Anne Perry Apr. 8: The Guest List by Lucy Foley May 13: How to...
West Valley Regional Branch Library Adults, Seniors Book Clubs

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
12:00 pm to 2:00 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...
Edendale Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
12:00 pm
One Book, One Coast: Book Discussion
Please join the Loyola Village Book Club in the Community Room to discuss this year's One Book, One Coast selection, They Called Us Enemy by George Takei....
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library Adults, Seniors Book Clubs

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
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
Wed, May 13, 2026
1:00 pm to 3:00 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.

Clases de ciudadanía...
Junipero Serra Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
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
Wed, May 13, 2026
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
League of Women Voters Voter Registration
The League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles will be on-site with a non-partisan voter registration table to help patrons register to vote or update their...
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration, Community Resources & Services

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Friends of Washington Irving Bookstore
Support your library and the Friends of the Washington Irving Library!Discover your next great read at the bookstore, open every Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.,...
Washington Irving Branch Library Teens, Adults, Seniors Book Sales

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Mandarin Chinese Class
Learn Chinese with our experienced instructor. This class is for beginners.
Chinatown Branch Library Adults, Seniors Language Learning

Chinese
Wed, May 13, 2026
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
It's Sew Cool | Es divertido Coser
Come learn how to sew or use our sewing machines to finish a project. You can also bring your embroidery, crochet, or knitting project. Please bring your own supplies...
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library Teens, Adults, Seniors Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English, Español
Wed, May 13, 2026
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Reading and Rhythm: A Reading Workshop
Reading and Rhythm is a six-week program series for beginning-level learners, and those who want to practice sounding out words. Learn how reading and rhythm work...
Cahuenga Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
3:30 pm to 6:30 pm
NLSLA Free Consumer Debt Legal Clinic With Lawyers | Clínica Gratis Con Abogados
Come meet with lawyers in the Van Nuys Branch Library for a free consumer debt...
Van Nuys Branch Library Adults, Seniors Community Resources & Services

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
How to Care & Use Sourdough Starter
Join Certified Food Preservation Instructor Brie Wakeland Muszynski for a presentation on how to care for and use sourdough starter using common kitchen ingredients and...
Wilmington Branch Library Teens, Adults, Seniors Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
4:30 pm to 6:30 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.

Clases de ciudadanía...
Chinatown Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English, Chinese
Wed, May 13, 2026
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
English Conversation
Looking to improve your English? Join our English Conversation Class, where you can practice speaking, improve your grammar,  and expand your vocabulary in a friendly, supportive environment....
Platt Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Chess Club
All chess enthusiastic in our community and beyond are invited!On the second Wednesday of the month, an experienced instructor will teach those who don’t know the game.On the fourth Wednesday of the month experienced...
Porter Ranch Branch Library Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors Community Resources & Services, Games

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
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.

Clases de ciudadanía...
Wilmington Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English
Wed, May 13, 2026
6:00 pm
Círculo de Lectores
¿Te gusta leer libros en español? Estan invitados a participar en el Círculo de Lectores. Tenemos café, pastel casero y conversación amena sobre el libro que estamos leyendo.
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library Adults, Seniors Book Clubs

Español
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Thu, May 14, 2026
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
Thu, May 14, 2026
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, Seniors Computers & Technology

English
Thu, May 14, 2026
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
Thu, May 14, 2026
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Walk-In Tutoring
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
Thu, May 14, 2026
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
English Conversation
Looking to improve your English? Join our English Conversation Class, where you can practice speaking, improve your grammar,  and expand your vocabulary in a friendly, supportive environment....
Platt Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Thu, May 14, 2026
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 lie within!Please note that in April, the group...
Westwood Branch Library Seniors Writing

English
Thu, May 14, 2026
1:00 pm to 3:00 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.

Clases de ciudadanía...
Cahuenga Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English
Thu, May 14, 2026
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Doodle & Chat: Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Have you gotten your free packet of vintage Central Library catalog cards yet?In honor of...
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library Adults, Seniors Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Thu, May 14, 2026
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Friends of the Woodland Hills Branch Library Book Sale
A large selection of children's, nonfiction, and fiction books is available are hardback, trade, and mass-market paperbacks. Other...
Woodland Hills Branch Library Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors Book Sales

English
Thu, May 14, 2026
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Ayuda con Computación
Si usted es un principiante en el uso de una computadora y tiene preguntas sobre cómo hacer una búsqueda en el Internet o como utilizar correo electrónico, nosotros le podemos ayudar en español...
Central Library Adults, Seniors Computers & Technology

Español
Thu, May 14, 2026
4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
The Thursday Art & Fiber Circle
Draw, paint, knit, crochet, needle, color, or create in your own way! Stop by the library every Thursday for our ongoing Fiber Art & Arts Club. Bring your project, enjoy tea...
West Valley Regional Branch Library Teens, Adults, Seniors Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English

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