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Thu, Nov 20, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Thanksgiving Craft for Children Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of creativity as we decorate paper turkeys! This craft session is perfect for children of all ages, and you'll have the chance to express your... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Thu, Nov 20, 2025 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Family Storytime Stories, songs and fingerplays for all ages. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 20, 2025 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Build & Beyond Stop in for an hour of crafting and construction! Build with bricks and other types of blocks, and create art with a variety of craft supplies. Children of all ages are welcome. |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Thu, Nov 20, 2025 4:30 pm |
STAR Readers Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteers Phyllis and Charity. Come three times and take home a free book. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 20, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:15 pm |
Stories With Star Volunteer Lina Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Lina. Program subject to change or cancellation without notice. |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Nov 20, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Teen RPG: Apocalypse Edition Join us for a creative, collaborative storytelling experience! You make your character and guide their choices, but the dice decide the outcome. This is a very casual game lightly... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Thu, Nov 20, 2025 5:20 pm |
Blocks, Blocks, and More Blocks | Bloques, Bloques y más Bloques Build and play with building blocks, wood blocks & Magnet Tiles.Construye y juega con fichas magnéticas y... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games, STEM English, Español |
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Thu, Nov 20, 2025 6:00 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... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Fri, Nov 21, 2025 8:00 am |
StoryWalk®: Waa’aka: The Bird Who Fell in Love With the Sun Check out our new StoryWalk® in partnership with the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take an accessible nature walk and follow the pages of a... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Nov 21, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Lauren Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Lauren. 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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Fri, Nov 21, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Miss Sandy Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Miss Sandy. Come three times and take home a free book. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Nov 21, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Chess Club Do you play chess? Are you interested in learning? Then, join Stephen and Avi every Friday afternoon to learn and play chess with other people. All ages are welcome! |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Fri, Nov 21, 2025 3:00 pm |
STAR Storytime With Robin 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... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Nov 21, 2025 3:00 pm |
Read With STAR Reader Richaunti Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Richaunti. |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Nov 21, 2025 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 and Annette. 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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Fri, Nov 21, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Jane Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer, Jane. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR reader. |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Fri, Nov 21, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
The Wonderful World of El Ropo With Magician Phil Van Tee Join us for a world-class, award-winning magic show with El Ropo! Comedian Magician Phil Van Tee ("El Ropo!") is best known for his... |
Wilshire Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 8:00 am |
StoryWalk®: Waa’aka: The Bird Who Fell in Love With the Sun Check out our new StoryWalk® in partnership with the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take an accessible nature walk and follow the pages of a... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 10:00 am |
STAR Storytime With Jen 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... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 10:00 am |
Read With a STAR: Jim Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Jim. Take home a free book after reading with Jim three times. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 10:00 am |
Book Club for Middle Grade Readers: Mascot by Charles Waters & Traci Sorrell Middle-grade readers are invited to participate in our fun monthly book discussions. This... |
Online Palisades Branch Library |
Kids |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
"We Write the Book" Craft Program Join artist Debra Disman for this all-ages craft series, where we learn to make a different book each session! Play with fun materials and learn new skills! All... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 10:00 am |
The Bug Gals The Bug Gals present an interactive meet and greet with insects and spiders. Learn facts about these amazing creatures, get the opportunity to observe them up close, and maybe even touch them! Recommended for ages 6... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 10:00 am to 10:45 am |
Family Math! A Family Literacy Program Families will develop basic numeracy skills through books and hands-on activities. We will have refreshments and every family will leave with a new book. For more... |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Adults |
Adult Literacy, Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Zumba for Kids! Join us for exercise and fun! Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Recommended for ages 5+.Please note that there is no zumba on the following dates: 11/8. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
BARK Reading Dogs For Kids Reading practice for grade school children. Reading to a friendly, nonjudgmental dog takes away the anxiety and makes reading fun. |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Kids |
Student Success English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 10:30 am to 2:00 pm |
STAR Reader All children are invited to read stories with our volunteers. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteers every Saturday! |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Rising STAR Stories Join teen volunteers as they read stories with children at the library. All children with caregivers are welcome. |
Westwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Jeffrey Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Jeffrey. Earn a free book with every three visits. |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 11:30 am |
Share a Story With the BARK Therapy Dogs Join us on the fourth Saturday of the month, when kids can improve their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs from the BARK program. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 11:30 am to 3:30 pm |
Harry Potter Movie Marathon Join us in the community room for snacks and the film Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. (Rated PG) An adult must accompany children under 13. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Film English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 1:30 pm |
Tiny & Tall Play Join us for fun, creativity, and meaningful family time you won’t forget. Children ages 0-8 years old are invited to explore and play safely in a welcoming space. Parents are welcome to connect and... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Workshop of Imagination Build-A-Story with Puppet Arts & Crafts! After learning about story structure, kids use their imagination to create a puppet character, then act out a story in a puppet theater. Intended for... |
Central Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
STAR Reading With Mr. Hamid Children are invited to read one-on-one or in small groups with our STAR volunteer, Mr. Hamid. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book after reading with Mr. Hamid three times. |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Hollywood Board Game Day We'll have a variety of board games to try, or feel free to bring in a favorite game to share! Stop by to learn a new game, teach one to others or hang out with other gamers! |
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
#TrashArt Collage Party @the Library Join us to create a playful collage using everyday items like junk mail, shipping materials, product packaging, CDs, and more.Discover what you can make with materials... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 2:30 pm to 5:00 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 | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Youth Coders League: Learn Python Children ages 7-11 will learn how to illustrate using Python, guided by teen volunteers. No prior coding experience is required. Participants are encouraged to bring their... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Computers & Technology, STEM English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 3:00 pm |
Family Movie Day Stop by for some family-friendly movies in our Children's area!Saturday, Nov 15: Moana (PG)Saturday, Nov 22: Wallace & Gromit (PG)Saturday, Dec 13: The Muppet Christmas Carol (G) |
Wilshire Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Film English |
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Sat, Nov 22, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Japan America Chamber Ensemble Don't miss the annual Japan American Chamber Ensemble concert! This is an excellent chance to hear some of your favorite classical music conducted by famous conductor Ark Sano.... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Nov 23, 2025 8:00 am |
StoryWalk®: Waa’aka: The Bird Who Fell in Love With the Sun Check out our new StoryWalk® in partnership with the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take an accessible nature walk and follow the pages of a... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sun, Nov 23, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Python Coding for Kids Join us for an introductory Python workshop for kids! In this workshop, led by teen volunteers, your child will learn Python coding to draw shapes and images. No prior coding experience required.... |
Robertson Branch Library | Kids |
Computers & Technology English |
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Mon, Nov 24, 2025 10:00 am |
Kids' Thanksgiving Take Home Craft Swing by the branch to pick up a Thanksgiving take-home craft for kids. |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Nov 24, 2025 10:30 am |
Preschool Storytime Stories, songs, and rhymes for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Build early literacy skills and have fun! Storytime will be followed by a short playtime. |
Panorama City Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Nov 24, 2025 10:30 am |
STAR Storytime With Inés / Hora de cuentos con Inés STAR Volunteer Inés reads to children in Spanish and English in this bilingual storytime. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book to keep... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Mon, Nov 24, 2025 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
STAR Storytime With Angela Stories, action rhymes, and songs for children ages 2-5, presented by our volunteer STAR Reader Angela.Stay from 11-11:30 a.m. to play with toys. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Nov 24, 2025 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Preschool Storytime Join us for stories, action rhymes, and songs presented by our Children's Librarian. Stay to play with toys from 11 to 11:30 a.m. This program is for children ages 2 - 5 and their caregivers. |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Nov 24, 2025 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Fall Family Storytime Join us for Fall Family Storytime and enjoy stories, songs, and fun with your little one.Our Fall session of storytime will run Mondays, September 29 through November 24, in the Meeting Room.This... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Nov 24, 2025 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and a shared playtime. |
Wilmington Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Nov 24, 2025 10:30 am |
Sesame Street’s Raising Kids in a Digital World This program is designed to support families of young children as they navigate life in a digital world. The resources will help establish safe and... |
Northridge Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |