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Fri, May 15, 2026 9:45 am to 10:45 am |
Pilates Movement Develop strength, flexibility, and balance by fusing Pilates matwork with various movement styles. All levels welcome. Programs and events are subject to cancellations and changes without notice.... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 10:15 am to 11:45 am |
Introduction to Tarot Join us for an introduction to the world of Tarot cards and how you can use them for personal growth, especially when dealing with life changes and important decisions. The information covered in... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Create a Paper Lei Create a colorful paper lei to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month and especially the aloha spirit! |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 11:00 am to 4:00 pm |
AAPI Joy: AAPI Voices, Then & Now Join us to celebrate the diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in Los Angeles at AAPI Joy, a free festival for all ages. Explore... |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors, Community Resources & Services, Film, Music & Performances, Teen Councils English, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, Tagalog |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Cosplay for Science Presents: Storytelling, Research, and Making Science Wearable Join scientist and storyteller Gabriel-Philip Santos for a one-hour interactive... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Lectures English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm |
Bake & Take Chocolate Chip Cookies (grades 6-12) Learn basic baking skills, put fractions into action, and bake chocolate chip cookies with your peers in the library! Participants will bake... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Knitting and Crochet Club Join us for knitting and crochet! |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Saturdays at the Koreatown Media Lab Lab members can print and use equipment during lab hours. All library patrons are welcome to tour the Koreatown Media Lab. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Computers & Technology, STEM English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 2:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Stencil Screen Printing Workshop Participants will learn how to create a handmade stencil with their own designs using cardstock and cutting tools. Artists and assistants... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Floral Embroidery Workshop With Nova Community Arts Join us in celebrating Central Library's 100th birthday by learning the delicate art of floral embroidery. Learn the basics of hand... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, May 18, 2026 10:00 am to 8:00 pm |
Take Home Craft for Kids: Miniature Koinobori Create your own mini Japanese koi fish wind kites in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month. |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, May 18, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Excel the Youth Join us for activities that vary from week to week. Previous programs include game days, t-shirt making, chalk drawing, and music production.Programs are presented by library staff and community partner, Excel... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Mon, May 18, 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, May 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Regulate and Recharge: Sensory Play and Community Support Families are invited to join us for art activities and open-ended play with new sensory toys and tools from our children's... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Sensory Friendly English |
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Mon, May 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Blocks and Board Games! | ¡Bloques y Juegos de mesa! Build and play with building blocks, Magnet Tiles, and board games that encourage hands-on, STEM-focused learning. Construye y juega con... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games, STEM English, Español |
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Mon, May 18, 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, May 18, 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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Mon, May 18, 2026 6:00 pm |
HAM Radio Club Are you interested in HAM radio as a hobby or as an emergency back-up communication system? Whatever your interest or skill level, join us and our expert instructor for these two April programs. Subsequent to... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Mon, May 18, 2026 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Crochet Club Join us to master your first stitch or find a cozy spot to work on your current project! We have a seat ready for you. Our volunteer instructor will be available to help you get started, and all supplies will be... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 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, May 20, 2026 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Yarn Club: Crocheting and Knitting Social Hour Join us in the first-floor meeting room with your latest project to exchange ideas, techniques, and learn new stitches from fellow crafters. |
John Muir Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 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, May 20, 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, May 20, 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, May 20, 2026 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
AAPI/Jewish American Heritage Month Crafts Celebrate AAPI and Jewish American Heritage Month with a joint crafts program. We will be folding paper origami cranes and making Star of David tissue... |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
I Am... Vision Board Craft Children will be able to create their own affirmation board or paper person, using their own creativity and fostering positive self- image through art, with "I am" affirmations. |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Stitch Society Mini Pillow Learn to sew a mini pillow! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Retro Paper Folding for Teens Join us to make zines, cootie catchers, and puzzle purses! Learn how to create funky little paper masterpieces you can use to write notes to your friends or treasure as priceless works... |
Robertson Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 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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Wed, May 20, 2026 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 embroidery hoops to lend. We will provide thread, needles... |
Malabar Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Sewing Basics In this introductory lesson, participants will get hands-on experience with our sewing machines and learn the basics needed to begin their own projects! These include, but are not limited to: winding bobbins,... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 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 practicing... |
Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Adult Coloring Explore your creative side. Join us for a relaxing weekly session filled with friends and fun. All materials are provided free. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Tiny Terrariums Design, assemble, and learn to care for your very own self-sustaining terrarium. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Guerilla Gardening:
DIY Seed Bombs In this talk-and-do workshop, participants will learn about the origin of “seed green-aids" and other past and present green movements. Participants will be encouraged... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, May 21, 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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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm |
Family Arts & Crafts Please join us in the Community Room for Family Arts & Crafts. All ages are welcome. |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kids Crafternoon: Beaded Dragonflies Use pipe cleaners and beads to create a sparkly dragonfly, then hang it in your house or garden to fly in the breeze! |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Chinese Paper Fans With Emmy Lam Discover the art of Chinese paper fans in this hands-on class with Emmy Lam. Explore step-by-step methods for designing, folding, and decorating... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Social Hour Join us for a relaxed hour designed specifically for teens. Whether you enjoy games, crafts, music, or want a place to unwind and meet new friends, Teen Social Hour is the perfect event for you. Snacks... |
John Muir Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Japanese Paper Lanterns Design and Create Japanese inspired paper lanterns. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm |
Thor's Reptile Family Join us for a fun hands-on one hour show featuring arthropods, amphibians, and reptiles of all sizes. Go on a safari around the world while learning about these animals, especially what... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Face Painting Join us for a day of creative fun. Kids can enjoy face painting and explore our watercolor station, where they can make their own take-home masterpieces. Come to paint, play, and create. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm |
Teen Puzzle Party! Join us this week as we continue to work collaboratively to complete a library and cat themed puzzle. Light snacks, music, and refreshments will be provided. No registration required. |
Malabar Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Mug Pizzas Make a pizza from scratch in the microwave! |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Spring Flowers and Sensory Play Join us to create paper flower artwork using watercolor paint or enjoy playing with dough. Recommended for ages 3 and up. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Thrasher Thursdays Join us as we watch the latest skateboard videos from Thrasher Magazine as well as skateboarding classics from the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s. |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Film English |
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Fri, May 22, 2026 9:45 am to 10:45 am |
Pilates Movement Develop strength, flexibility, and balance by fusing Pilates matwork with various movement styles. All levels welcome. Programs and events are subject to cancellations and changes without notice.... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Fri, May 22, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Knitting & Crochet Club Do you love knitting? Whether you are a beginner or an expert, come join the fun as we knit, crochet, learn patterns and share stories together. Please bring your own needles, crochet... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Fri, May 22, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
3D Printing Basics Learn about 3D Printing with Koreatown Media Lab staff and make a 3D printable model, using Tinkercad. Completed files will be printed and available for pick up when the printing is completed.... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Computers & Technology, STEM English |