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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Beginning Chess Chess expert Brian Glover introduces the classic game of strategy as he simultaneously plays against all the students. All ages and levels are welcome. |
Westwood Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Japanese Storytime Join us for our fun lively Japanese Storytime held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month. Listen to exciting and entertaining stories, and sing some songs too! |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Japanese |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Ukulele Class for Beginners Learn the basics and play songs on the ukulele. Bring your own ukulele or use one of ours. No registration required. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Abenaa Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer Abenaa. Come three times and take home a free book. |
Westwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 11:00 am |
Minifigure Self-portraits Create a Lego minifigure self-portrait for yourself, your family, or your friends. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 11:00 am to 3:00 pm |
We Can Do It - Musical Theatre for Grade School Students The Ebell of Los Angeles invites families and friends to attend the Women's History Month production of We Can Do It, an imaginative... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 11:00 am |
Self Defense Workshop With Chinatown Service Center The Chinatown Service Center is excited to offer a self-defense workshop designed specifically for teens. This empowering workshop will... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Teens |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Bagel Tasting A few years ago the New York Times moved the nexus of bagel making to California. Join us for a small bagel tasting (schmears included) to see how a couple of the best bagel shops (e.g. Pop's, Boichik'... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 11:00 am |
The Sunshine Storyteller Presents "Animal Crackers" The Sunshine Story Teller Ida Buckner-Barnette returns with her exciting and engaging performance of “Animal Crackers.” This song... |
Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 11:00 am to 2:00 pm |
Friends of the Library Book Sale Come find your next read at our March book sale. There will be old treasures and new favorites available. Support the Friends of the Palms-Rancho Park Library and the... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 11:30 am |
Pronunciation and Communication Class (Intermediate Level) With Linda and Lea Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and communication skills? This class is... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Free Income Tax Preparation and Filing Free income tax preparation and filing by California State University, Northridge, through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.Appointments are... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Adults |
Business, Career & Finances English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 12:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Sound Bath and Energy Healing Sound bathing is a form of meditation, a massage for your brain, using crystal bowls, drums, elemental chimes, and other modalities. The... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Feelings Matter: A Family Literacy Event Let's explore our feelings and emotions together and learn how to navigate them with confidence and resilience by reading a story and participating in fun... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Adults |
Adult Literacy, Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Language Learning, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 12:00 pm |
Scholarship Workshop We are hosting an informative workshop designed to help teens navigate the scholarship application process. This workshop will provide valuable insights and practical advice on how to create... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Teens |
Community Resources & Services English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Stress Management Workshop in Japanese These workshops by Yellow Chair Collective are held in Japanese. Join us for a stress-relief workshop to find more calm in your everyday life. Learn unique... |
Little Tokyo Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness Japanese |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Docent-led Tour of the Central Library Gardens Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library's gardens. Your docent guide will share stories about the gardens as they were originally... |
Central Library | Adults |
Tours English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 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, Mar 15, 2025 1:00 pm |
Current Events Class (Intermediate Level) With Molly This class is for adults who want to learn about current events using a newspaper called News for You and other materials. Adults will... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Read in English and Spanish With STAR Volunteer America Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, America. Take home a free book after coming... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutor 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... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Fun and Relaxation With Watercolors Design your own watercolor painting with local artist Roxsy Lin. Participants will learn essential watercolor techniques, from washes and blending, to creating rich colors... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 1:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Jeffrey Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. Services are... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
CodeCombat - Intro to AI CodeCombat will be presenting an introduction on how to use AI effectively, safely, and ethically! This virtual interactive course is designed to be fun, engaging, and easy to understand for both... |
Online Central Library |
Teens, Adults |
Computers & Technology, STEM English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
World Music Concert With Grammy Nominee Fabio Zini Adults, teens and kids ages 10 years and older are welcome to join us for an afternoon of Argentinian Classical Guitar with Grammy nominated... |
Platt Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 1:15 pm |
Conversations About the News With Stu and Tim This class is best suited for intermediate and advanced learners. Participants read the latest news and discuss U.S. history, along with English idioms and... |
Online | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 1:30 pm |
LA Made Presents: Intro to Embroidery Learn the basics of hand embroidery! We’ll learn some commonly used stitches to create a floral design. We will also cover pattern drafting and setting up thread and... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 1:30 pm |
Composting Workshop With LA Compost Join LA Compost and the library for an exciting workshop designed to teach youth how to reduce waste and care for the environment through composting! This hands-... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
English Reading and Conversation Class Join us every week for lively, informal discussions on whatever is interesting to you, and improve your English without even knowing it. This program is free and... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 1:30 pm |
The Hunger Games Movie Screening Join us for a screening of The Hunger Games. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Friends of the Memorial Branch Library Book Sale The Friends of the Memorial Branch Library have lots of gently used books for sale. Stop by to pick up something good to read. |
Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Docent-led 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, and... |
Central Library | Adults |
Tours English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Dance to Liberty: Community Dance Initiative in Celebration of Nowruz Join us in preparing to celebrate Nowruz 2025 through dance, one that represents you, your neighborhood, and... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 2:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Regency Era Dance Class Calling all Bridgerton fans! Be whisked back in time and learn an elegant and fun dance routine set to music focusing on movement from the Regency Era, the... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Family Storytime Enjoy stories, songs, and much, much more! Intended for ages 3-8. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org. |
Central Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Celebrate Women’s History Month With Mallory O’Meara Join us as we celebrate Women's History Month by welcoming back award-winning and bestselling author Mallory O’Meara! Mallory will talk... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Authors English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Mr. Matthew Listen to stories or practice reading with our amazing storytelling and reading volunteer, Mr. Matthew! Earn a free book with every three visits. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Los Angeles: The City That Should Not Exist In Paul Haddad's latest book Inventing Paradise: The Power Brokers Who Created the Dream of Los Angeles, the opening sentence is,"Los Angeles is a city that... |
Central Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Zine Workshop Join us for an all ages zine workshop! Feel free to come empty handed or bring your ideas, photos and art. We promise to provide the supplies, inspiration and community. At the end of this collaborative workshop,... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Writing English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 3:00 pm |
Armenian Dance With Tom Bozigian / Հայկական պար Թոմ Պոզիկյանի հետ Please join us for a series of free Armenian dance workshops with the internationally recognized dance instructor Tom Bozigian. Limit to 100... |
Sunland - Tujunga Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English, Armenian |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 3:00 pm |
Expressions L.A. Poetry Reading Series and Open Mic Join us in-person or via Zoom for Expressions L.A. Poetry Reading Series, featuring poetry readings and open poetry mic. |
In Person & Online Studio City Branch Library |
Adults |
Poetry, Writing English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Art For Teens: Self Portrait Using Photography and Chiaroscuro Join us for an hour of photography and drawing using a self-portrait black and white photography style called... |
Westwood Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Creative Writing Group Calling all writers of fiction, screenplays, poetry, etc. Get feedback on your writing in a fun, supportive environment! The Central Library Creative Writing Group meets every other Saturday for... |
Central Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 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 |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 3:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Walk-In Tutor With Avo 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, studying for... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm |
No Prior Art: Jewelry Tinkering In this hands-on jewelry tinkering workshop, you will learn how to use pliers and wire to make one-of-a-kind pieces out of ordinary objects. Recommended for participants ages 8... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Mar 15, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Trans Technologies Book Event Join us for Trans Technologies, a book event with author Oliver Haimson in conversation with Kai Nham. Explore the intersections of trans identity and technology in this insightful discussion... |
Central Library | Adults |
Authors English |
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Sun, Mar 16, 2025 1:00 pm to 5:00 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 |
Computers & Technology English |
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Sun, Mar 16, 2025 1:15 pm to 4:15 pm |
Nowruz Festival: Dance to Liberty / فستیوال نوروز ١۴۰۴: رقص تا رهایی Join us in celebrating Nowruz, the Persian New Year, and the respective cultural heritage of the Persian community of Los Angeles. This festival includes:... |
Central Library | Kids, Adults |
Authors, Music & Performances English, Persian |
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Sun, Mar 16, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 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 |
Tours English |