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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
East West Players: Tam Tran Goes to Washington Join us for "Tam Tran Goes to Washington," an East West Players production that promotes cultural understanding and racial tolerance through stories... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
History & Genealogy, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 1:00 pm to 5:30 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 | Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 1:00 pm |
Boondoggle Lanyard Keychains Are you feeling nostalgic? So are we! Join us to create retro Boondoggle Keychains. It will be a total blast from the past.For children ages 7+, teens, and adults. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm |
Classical Guitar and Violin Music Taro Wayama, guitarist/composer, along with David Lee Ruest, violinist, presents a variety of musical selections ranging from Renaissance through 20th century and folk/... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens Join us for an epic adventure! D&D is a fantasy tabletop role playing game where players work together to succeed on their quests. Let's roll some dice! |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
A Celebration of Taiwanese Music Jessica Chen (violin) and Henry Chen (cello) present a musical duo performance that showcases the beauty and diversity of music representing Taiwan and the Taiwanese diaspora.... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 3:00 pm |
Central Library 100 Event: Sewing & Embroidery Skills Join a Waldorf Handwork Educator for a hands-on workshop on how to utilize basic sewing techniques to create useful and beautiful... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 4:00 pm |
Dixieland and More Come listen to Craig Newton and the sounds of our American Heritage as he plays Dixieland and the music of 1900s America. Join us in air conditioned comfort and enjoy the songs of our past. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Jun 28, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sun, Jun 28, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Trash Art Day at the Library Join us for a laid-back day of art! Let's explore the amazing art pieces we can create using materials we find around us. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Cook(T)eens Join in as we learn to cook (and eat!) food from around the world. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 3:30 pm |
Dungeons & Dragons Adventure Find your next adventure with a Dungeons & Dragons campaign. D&D is a tabletop fantasy role-playing game where players work together to solve a mystery, fight monsters,... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Collage Jam Come create collage art and listen to music together. We’ll have lots of cool stuff to cut up for your collages including magazines, comics, and cards from Central Library’s old card catalog. Join in this fun... |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Lotería Join us for Family Game Day! Lotería is a traditional Mexican board game of chance, similar to Bingo. |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Micah the Magician Join us for a highly interactive magic show, where the audience is the star, with focus on all the magical resources the library has to offer.This program is fun for families of all ages.This program was... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Musical Theater Dance Class Join professional dancer and choreographer Ashley Maimes for a fun introduction to musical theater dance. All skill levels are welcome!This program is generously funded by the Platt... |
Platt Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 4:00 pm |
Let's Get in a Pickle Together! Join us for a hands-on pickling workshop and enjoy an introduction to basic concepts in fermentation and vinegar pickling for the home kitchen. L.A. based Chinese American... |
El Sereno Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Knitting Club Join us for a new knitting club at the library! Whether you've never picked up needles before or want to refresh your skills, all are welcome. We'll cover the fundamentals to get you started: casting on, the... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Coffee Clay (Grades 6-12) Let's upcycle coffee grounds into clay! Participants will learn to make clay from readily available, eco-friendly materials, then use it to create something. Instructions will be provided on... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Meditate and Create Vision Board Workshop for Teens Teens will participate in a fun, creative visualization exercise to help them identify their dreams, goals, and desires. This will be... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Monday Night Chess Join us for a casual game of chess, all ages and skill levels welcome. Boards and pieces provided. No registration needed. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Tie-dye al fresco Join us for tie-dyeing on our patio. We will provide a bandana, or you may bring one item to dye (such as a t-shirt--we can't accommodate dyeing heavy items like pants). We recommend clean, cotton... |
Edendale Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 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 |
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Tue, Jun 30, 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 |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Korean Mini-Kimbap Making Class Discover the art of making Korean mini-kimbap, bite-sized seaweed rice rolls filled with fresh vegetables and savory ingredients. These colorful and nutritious rolls are a... |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 3:00 pm |
June Family Movie Join us for a family-friendly movie at the library! Snacks will be provided for everyone. |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Film English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 3:00 pm |
Film Screening: Whip It (2009) Drew Barrymore made her directing debut with Whip It (2009, rated PG-13), the heartfelt and high-energy story of a girl who finds acceptance with a rowdy team of roller derby girls.... |
Edendale Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 3:30 pm |
Knitting Social Club Please 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... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 3:30 pm |
Game Day Join us for a variety of video, board, and puzzle games at the library. Snacks provided |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm |
Teen Volunteer Orientation Are you interested in becoming an Eagle Rock Branch Library Teen Volunteer? Are you curious to learn more about you community branch library? Would you like to earn community service... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Teens |
Volunteer Engagement English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Korean Mini-Kimbaps Making Class Discover the joy of making Korean mini-kimbap! In this interactive, hands-on class, you will learn how to prepare, assemble, and roll these colorful, nutritious seaweed... |
Westwood Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
How to Draw Superheroes Animation professional Evan Burse will demonstrate how to draw a superhero, and then do an actual drawing lesson for participants. Evan has worked the following popular animated shows: Teen... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm |
Rainbow Craft Tape Notebooks Teens and adults are invited to celebrate their Pride any way they'd like by crafting rainbow-themed or other craft tape notebooks. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Art Studio: Pencil and Colored Pencil Come and express your creativity! High-quality drawing pencils, erasers, colored pencils and drawing paper provided. Draw an original artwork or just relax... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Spray Painting Celebrate the summertime by learning the basics of spray painting! Intended for ages 13-18.Celebra el verano con aprender los fundamentos de la pintura con aerosol. Para edades 13-18. |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Stamped & Styled: Button-Making Workshop Want to wear your neighborhood pride on your sleeve—or your backpack?Drop by our teen button-making workshop and design your own wearable mail from the West... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm |
Crafts for Kids Enjoy Summer at the Library and create various kid friendly crafts. Projects will vary each week and include an ongoing "Postcards from LA" Pen Pal program with the Silver Lake Library in Silver Lake, Kansas. |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm |
Teen Book Club- The House of Beauty: Lessons from the Image Industry by Arabelle Sicardi (Chapers 3 & 4) Join us as we continue to discuss The House of... |
Malabar Branch Library | Teens |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Robot Building & Other Animatronics With Paul Thompson Bot builder Paul Thompson will showcase his entertainment robot creations and animatronics based on popular film and TV characters.... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Wed, Jul 01, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Wed, Jul 01, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
DiY Teens We will create something new each Wednesday as we learn new ways to express ourselves. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 01, 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 |
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Wed, Jul 01, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Play Chess! Join us for a casual game of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces will be provided. No registration needed. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 01, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Friendship Bracelets Design bracelets for your friends, family, or yourself using fun beads, string, and charms. Whether you love simple patterns or bold designs, there’s something for everyone. Ages 7-18. |
John Muir Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 01, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Stitch Society: Social Hour Love to crochet, cross stitch, knit and sew? Join us for our monthly social hour, in a relaxed social setting for all skill levels! The first Wednesday of the month. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 01, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Leaf Rubbings & Stamp Art With Emmy Lam Emmy Lam demonstrates how to make leaf rubbings using crayons, and then enhance the artwork with watercolor leaf stamps, which you can use to make your own leaf... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 01, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 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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Thu, Jul 02, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |