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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Brain Health & Alzheimer's Awareness: Lost Memories Season 1: Telenovela & Discussion
Follow the Ramirez family in a four-episode mini-series as they begin...
Sylmar Branch Library Adults, Seniors Health & Wellness

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Flowers and Fruits: Hands-on STEM With PS Science
Let's learn about flowers and fruits with a hands-on science program with PS Science, a non-profit educational organization. Thank you to the...
Vermont Square Branch Library Kids STEM

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
DIY Seed Bombs
Few things are as fun as getting your hands dirty, especially when the result are clay and compost seed bombs filled with California native wildflower seeds. In this talk-and-do workshop, teens will learn about...
Lake View Terrace Branch Library Teens STEM

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
4:00 pm
LEGO® Bricks at the Library
Come build with us at the Library. Each month, we will have a suggested building theme. Your LEGO® bricks creation may be chosen to be displayed at the library. Recommended for ages four...
Chatsworth Branch Library Kids Games, STEM

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Baila Baila
Join us for this interactive bilingual concert with lots of movement and good vibes!
Sun Valley Branch Library Kids Music & Performances

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
4:00 pm
Playdough Hour
Explore your creativity during our Playdough Hour! Follow a template or squish something into creation. Playing with playdough helps develop muscles used for fine motor movements. Children of all ages are...
Canoga Park Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
4:00 pm to 4:45 pm
One World of Many People With Barbara Wong
Come hear magical stories about dragons and a magic pot…and even how a brave mama mouse fooled a cat in this program of multicultural stories from Africa, Latin...
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
4:15 pm to 7:15 pm
Homework Help for K-12 Students / Ayuda Con Las Tareas Para Estudiantes en Grados K-12
Student Zones are afterschool homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:A quiet, safe place to...
Pico Union Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English, Español
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
4:15 pm to 5:15 pm
Rhythm and Roots
Percussionist Louie Cruz Beltran shares the evolution of rhythms through Africa and the Americas with humor and conga drums. Get ready to dance and play various percussion instruments!

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Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library Kids Music & Performances

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
5:00 pm
HAM Radio & CERT Community Volunteer Club
Join us to share your experiences with HAM radio and CERT volunteer work! Share your learning journey, ask questions, find volunteer buddies for community...
Online
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library
Teens, Adults STEM, Volunteer Engagement

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
English Conversation Class
Join our English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar and vocabulary skills. Contact the literacy coordinator for more information: plattliteracy@lapl.org.
Platt Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
English Conversation Class
Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. The class may...
Lincoln Heights Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Science Fiction Book Club: "Project Hail Mary" by Andy Weir
Our Science Fiction Book Club selection for April is Andy Weir's critically acclaimed novel Project Hail Mary."...
Van Nuys Branch Library Teens, Adults, Seniors Book Clubs

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Free Citizenship Classes/Clases de ciudadania gratis
Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process....
Wilmington Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English, Español
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
5:45 pm to 7:45 pm
Stand-up Comedy Open Mic Night
Join us for our weekly Stand-up Comedy Open Mic. Bring your best material to try out, or just come to enjoy the show. Sign-up begins at 5:45 p.m. Open Mic starts at 6 p.m. Program...
Mar Vista Branch Library Adults Music & Performances

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
6:00 pm
Mystery Book Discussion
Mystery book discussion is back and online. Join us for an engaging conversation about these books.March 27, 2024: Glory Be by Danielle ArceneauxApril 24, 2024: The Thursday Murder Club by...
Online
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library
Adults Book Clubs

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Clases de ciudadanía gratis
Clases de ciudadanía gratuitas. 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...
Junipero Serra Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

Español
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Ekphrasis
The Los Angeles Public Library and the Italian Cultural Institute of Los Angeles are pleased to announce 'Ekphrasis,' an evening with the poet Gabriele Tinti presenting his ekphrastic poetry series and a talk on this...
Central Library Adults Authors, Poetry

English
Wed, Apr 24, 2024
6:30 pm
At the Piano: Jazz Concert With Leslie Baker & Friends
Join us for a concert At the Piano with local bassist and composer Leslie Baker and pianist Brian O'Rourke as they present Jazz Tunes and...
Silver Lake Branch Library Adults Music & Performances

English
Thursday, April 25, 2024
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
10:30 am to 11:15 am
Drum to Learn: Preschool Drum Circle With Krickett
Drumming playtime with a purpose! Join us for a special musical program for babies and children of all ages. Drum to Learn is led by child development specialist...
Playa Vista Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
11:00 am to 11:30 am
Baby & Me
Activities and play to help babies 0-18 months and their parents/caregivers bond. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org.
Central Library Babies and Toddlers Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
11:55 am to 5:30 pm
Free Milkweed Giveaway
Did you know that migratory monarch butterfly populations are threatened by habitat destruction and climate change? You can help support monarch butterflies by planting Asclepias fascicularis (...
Studio City Branch Library Kids, Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
12:00 pm
Gift Wrapping
Drop by our Gift Wrap Station, where you can personalize your presents for loved ones. Bring in your small gifts and enjoy wrapping them with a variety of papers, bows, and labels (while supplies last).
Cahuenga Branch Library Kids, Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
12:00 pm to 1:50 pm
An Introduction to Greek Mythology
Are you interested in Greek Mythology? Join our April reading group on "The Greek Gods and Goddesses," which, in four friendly sessions starting April 18, will use the poems of...
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library Adults Book Clubs

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
12:30 pm
Russian for Beginners
Russian for Beginners.
Online
Central Library
Adults Language Learning

English, Russian
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Free Citizenship Classes/Clases de Ciudadania Gratis
Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process....
Pico Union Branch Library Adults, Seniors Citizenship & Immigration

English, Español
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
B.Y.O. Needle Arts
Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or hand-stitching projects to the library and enjoy a relaxing hour working on them and chatting with other needle-art fans.Limited supplies are available for...
Memorial Branch Library Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Q.Me Free Legal Clinic
Speak virtually with an attorney about tickets/warrants, landlord/tenant issues, family law, employment, housing, and more.Q.Me, a non-profit that...
Online
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library
Adults, Seniors Community Resources & Services

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Aphasia Book Club
Aphasia is a brain disorder, usually resulting from a stroke or head injury. It affects a person's ability to read, write, speak, and understand speech. The Aphasia Book Club is free and open to all...
Online
Echo Park Branch Library
Adults, Seniors Book Clubs, Health & Wellness

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
English Conversation Class
Join our English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar and vocabulary skills. Contact the literacy coordinator for more information: plattliteracy@lapl.org.
Platt Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
English Conversation Class
Speak English with confidence. Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome.
Woodland Hills Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
UCLA Mobile Health Clinic
The UCLA Mobile Health Clinic will provide free on-site community health care and screenings in the library meeting room.  No insurance or identification required.Services include:...
Edendale Branch Library Adults Health & Wellness

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
1:30 pm
Thursday Matinee: "Barbie"
Join us for a viewing of Barbie."Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance...
Chatsworth Branch Library Adults Film

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
STAR Stories With Shelley
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Shelley. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our branch.
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library Babies and Toddlers, Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Book Cart Sale
The Friends of the Eagle Rock Library will be selling gently used books, CDs, and DVDs. All proceeds will benefit programming and collection development at the Eagle Rock Branch Library.
Eagle Rock Branch Library Kids, Adults Book Sales

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Learn How To Get Free Credit Reports & Credit Scores
California Department of Financial Protection & Innovation invites you to learn how to get your free Credit Reports and Credit Scores. Topics...
Van Nuys Branch Library Adults, Seniors Business, Career & Finances

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
2:00 pm
Walk-in Tutoring With Jasmine
Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation/reading/writing, job or school resumes and applications...
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library Adults, Seniors Adult Literacy

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Cathy
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Cathy. Take home a free book after reading with Cathy three times.
Granada Hills Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help K-12
Trained L.A.-based Homework Helpers will assist K-12 students with school assignments and help navigate the library's online student resources. The study area includes...
Angeles Mesa Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Neighborhood Sing
An interactive program of conscious breathing, vocal exercises, improvisation, and music, Neighborhood Sing promotes self-expression through singing a diverse repertoire of songs and guided conversation....
Central Library Adults, Seniors Music & Performances

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Student Zone: Homework Help K-12
Trained L.A.-based Homework Helpers will assist K-12 students with school assignments and help navigate the library's online student resources. The study area includes...
Mark Twain Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English, Español
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Student Zone / Homework Help
Trained homework helpers will assist K-12 students with school assignments and help navigate the library's online student resources.
El Sereno Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Cybernauts: Computer Help
Learn new computer skills, such as how to print, set up, and check your email, e-media, and more with our cybernaut.
El Sereno Branch Library Kids, Teens Computers & Technology

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
3:00 pm
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help
Trained homework helpers will assist K-12 students with school assignments and help navigate the library's online student resources. The study area...
Washington Irving Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
3:00 pm
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help
Trained homework helpers will assist K-12 students with school assignments and help navigate the library's online student resources. The study area...
Washington Irving Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
STAR Stories With Rona
Children are invited to drop in during her volunteer shift and share the joy of storytelling and reading with Rona. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR sessions at the Palms-Rancho Park...
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Student Zone Helper
Student Zones are after-school homework and study areas that provide:Reserved computersFree printingBasic school suppliesAssistance with library research
Chatsworth Branch Library Kids, Teens Student Success

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
3:00 pm
Read With STAR Volunteer Michelle
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Michelle. Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our branch.
Studio City Branch Library Kids Storytimes & Read Alouds

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
3:00 pm
Walk-in Tutoring With Susan
Need help improving your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Come to the Studio City Branch Library for a walk-in tutoring session every Thursday afternoon from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.Adults...
Studio City Branch Library Adults Adult Literacy

English
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Social Knitting and Crocheting Club
Bring your latest project, exchange ideas, and learn new stitches from your fellow knitters and crocheters.
West Valley Regional Branch Library Teens, Adults Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

English

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