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Wed, May 14, 2025 2:30 pm |
Reading Horizons Lab With Jorgen Our web-based Reading Horizons program teaches adult learners how to read in English, including phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension. |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Student Zone: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12 Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Services include:Quiet, safe, study... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Student Zone Helper Join us for Student Zone! Need help? Ask our experienced tutor who is available to help you with your homework.Help includes:Assistance with homework and school researchFree PrintingAccess to school... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Judi Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Judi. Take home a free book after reading with Judi three times. |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With a STAR: Miss Katherine Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Miss Katherine. 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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Wed, May 14, 2025 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... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm |
Crafts for Kids Join us in the children's area for a free craft program! All supplies provided. For Pre-K and up. |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Computer Lab Get familiar with computers, smart phones, e-mail, word processing, Google applications, and more with hands-on computer training! Join us for weekly classes where we'll review fundamental skills and answer... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm |
Homework Help Visit our Student Zone after school where our Homework Helper can offer assistance or supplies. You can also study in our teen or children’s section. Our branch has computers dedicated solely for the use of... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Student Zone: After School Study Area and Homework Help Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12. Trained homework helpers will... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English, Español |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm |
How to Care for Your Orchids Feel free to bring in your orchid if you have specific questions. Beginners and newbies weclome! |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Hand-Sewing Basics Learn the basics of hand sewing and make your own softie to take home. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm |
Magical Katrina Magic Show Join the Magical Katrina and her unique blend of playful, whimsical, and award-winning magic she has performed worldwide that will keep the children (and parents) engaged and in wonder... |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm |
It's Sew Cool DIY / Es Divertido Coser Come learn how to sew or use our sewing machines to finish a project.You can bring your embroidery, crochet or knitting project as well. Please bring your own... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Viva la Cultura: Children and Family Folklorico Workshop Learn about the roots, inspiration, and history of Folklorico dancing. This workshop session will teach the basic techniques, steps, and... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Kids |
Health & Wellness, Lectures, Music & Performances English, Español |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STAR: Stories With Linda Children are welcome to join Linda in celebrating the joy of stories. Feel free to stop by while she’s volunteering in the children's area. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Wednesday Crafternoons / Miércoles Tiempo de Artesanía / 수요일 오후 공예 시간 Join our skilled facilitator and your community to make wonderful crafts and great memories. Únase a nuestro facilitador capacitado y tu... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español, Korean |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Makerspace Aka Crafternoon Join us for a shared DIY space. Feel free to bring your own crafting project, or just come for inspiration and community. We provide button maker, sewing machine, and basic craft and... |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:00 pm |
Cybernaut Workshop: LAPL E-Media Resources Join us for our May Cybernaut Workshop covering LAPL E-Media Resources.Learn all the ways you can gain free access to digital books, music, movies, courses... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Adults |
Computers & Technology English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:10 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Jessica 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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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
K-12 Math Help K-12 students are welcome to meet with our Math Help volunteer for help with early math and more advanced math and science including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus and chemistry. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Read to a Dog Visit us to read to Grant, our lovely friend. Practice your reading, cuddling, combing or just enjoying the dog. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Computer Class for Beginners Learn and practice basic computer skills like using the mouse, typing, browsing the internet, using email, and more. You can practice on your own, or you can work with an instructor.... |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Computers & Technology English, Español |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Pam Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer Pam. Come three times and take home a free book. |
Westwood Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:00 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 materials... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:30 pm |
STAR Stories With Emma Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Emma.Take home a free book after attending three STAR events at our library. |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm |
Free Consumer Debt Legal Clinic With Lawyers / Clínica Gratis Con Abogados Come meet with lawyers in the Van Nuys Branch Library for a free consumer debt clinic. Do you... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm |
Small Group Storytime Join us for sensory storytime in this small group setting. Free for all kids. |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Sensory Friendly English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm |
Walk-In Tutoring Would you like to improve your reading, writing or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 15-20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is on a first come, first served basis. Services are free. No... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Reading to the Rescue Do you love dogs? Do you love books? Practice your reading skills by reading aloud (or listening to a story) with a therapy dog!All ages are welcome to participate. |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm |
On Mango Street: Remixed Join us for an arts and crafts hour, inspired by imagery and culture of this year's Big Read book, The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. Join us and artist... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Book Clubs English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm |
Crafty Kids Corner Join us for our monthly art and crafts program for kids! We will have 3-4 different craft stations where kids can explore and create their own craft to take home. All ages are welcome. |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Walk-In Adult Literacy Tutoring 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... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm |
Small Group Storytime Join us for a monthly small group storytime. Perfect for children with sensory processing issues or need a quieter environment. |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
AAPI Family Storytime Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with stories and a craft activity. |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
DIY Japanese Fans Join us at the library for a hands-on workshop where you’ll design and craft your own Japanese fan using recycled and repurposed materials. Learn about the cultural significance of these beautiful... |
John Muir Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Let's Make Candy Jewelry! Let your creativity shine as you design and create jewelry made entirely from candy. Jewelry designer Michelle Seville will be on hand to show your tips and tricks for creating... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm |
DIY Mini Zen Gardens Join us for a relaxing and creative workshop where you can de-stress and create a mini Zen garden to take home. Tweens and teens will receive a wooden lacquer tray, sands of various colors, and... |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Sensory Friendly English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Springtime Slime! It's squishy, slick and tons of fun! Learn how to make your own slime, and the science of how it works! |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm |
Internet Basics Workshop Learn how to use a web browser, search engine and how to navigate a website from a Los Angeles Public Library Cybernaut. |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Children's Storytime Join us for a fun filled afternoon of stories, songs, and movement activities! Stay afterwards to work on a craft actitivity and play with our toys. Geared towards children ages 2-5 years old... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Read With STAR Volunteer Mr. Marty Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Marty. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.Los... |
Valley Plaza Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Volunteer Orientation for Summer at the Library Teens 14-18 are welcome to come to an orientation and find out about volunteering at the library. Volunteering is a great resume builder and a great way to... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Volunteer Engagement English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
STEAM With UCLA Scientists: Explore the Tide Pools Join our UCLA scientists for some ocean-inspired activities. We´ll explore tide pools, discover sea creatures, and create alginate sea critters and... |
Westwood Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Teen Council Join a group of your peers to leave your mark on the library! Teen Council is an opportunity to develop leadership skills, meet other teens, and earn community service hours. Anyone aged 11-18 is invited to join. |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Teens |
Student Success English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 5:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Dan 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 free.... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm |
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 |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 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 |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Adult Literacy Walk-In Tutor | Tutoria Gratis Para Adultos Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or practice your English conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 15-20 minutes. Walk-in... |
Malabar Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Wed, May 14, 2025 5:30 pm |
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class With Rob This class is for beginning adult learners and focuses on practical English for work, school, home and community. Apply what you learn with other... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |