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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 8:00 am to 4:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: A Beetle is Shy at the Audubon Center at Debs Park We are buzzing over our newest StoryWalk® in the Audubon Center at Debs Park!Take an accessible self-directed nature walk and open... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 9:30 am to 10:30 am |
Zumba for Adults! Come join us for great exercise and fun!Please note, we will not have Zumba class on the following dates:Saturday, November 8 |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 9:30 am to 11:30 am |
Read With STAR Volunteer Olga Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer Olga. Read with a STAR three times and take home a free book!STAR schedules are... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 9:30 am to 12:00 pm |
Book, CD, & DVD Sale: Friends of the Van Nuys Library The Friends of the Van Nuys Branch Library is hosting a used book sale, with books, CDs, and DVDs available at bargain prices.This is a... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 2025 10:00 am |
Pronunciation Class With Adrienne During these weekly sessions, participants will practice commonly used words and expressions that will help with informal and practical English for work, school, home, or... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 10:00 am |
Western Edge Writers Writers and aspiring writers, join us for a group that supports writing endeavors of all genres: fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and memoir.Please email eaglrk@lapl.... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
Friends of the Westwood Library Book Sale Stop by for our huge book sale. You will find a selection of carefully curated, gently used books (including kids' books and art books) offered at the usual... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 10:00 am |
Friends of the Library Book Sale Join the Friends of the Baldwin Hills Branch Library in our community room for our used book sale. Your purchases help fund supplies for library programming. Cash only please! |
Baldwin Hills Branch Library | Kids, Adults |
Book Sales English, Español |
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Sat, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 2025 10:00 am |
Walk-in Tutoring With Juan Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist with legal... |
Pico Union Branch Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk® at the L.A. Zoo: Señorita Mariposa and Not a Monster Discover a new story or two at the L.A. Zoo! Just stop by the Winnick Family Children's Zoo on your next visit and... |
Offsite | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 10:00 am to 11:00 am |
Book Club Everyone is welcome to join us! Please call the library for the book of the month selection. |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 10:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Adult Walk-in Tutoring With Mariah 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... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Language Learning English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Thor's Reptile Family Go on a safari around the world seeing arthropods, amphibians and reptiles of all sizes! |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Learn to Crochet a Ball Learn basic crochet stitches and techniques by making a hacky sack or stress ball during this four-session workshop instructed by longtime crochet teacher, Julie. All supplies will be provided, and... |
Felipe de Neve Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Where the Wild Books Are Children's Book Club Join our fun Summer book club featuring different books with important themes for ages 6 and 7. Local Girl Scout Lilah Schulte, a rising Junior in... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 11:00 am to 12:00 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, Aug 02, 2025 11:00 am |
Walk-in Tutoring With Marley Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist with... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 11:00 am to 11:30 am |
Japanese Storytime Join us for our fun and 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, Aug 02, 2025 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Persian Book Club گروه کتابخوانی فارسی در کتابخانه وست ولی :کتاب خود ا به اشتراک بگذارید کتابی را که خواندید به دیگران هم معرفی کنید تحلیل کتاب/ بحث و گفتگوی دوستانه |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs Persian |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 11:00 am |
Book Club Join the discussion of Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty, by Patrick Radden Keefe. |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Adults |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 11:00 am |
Saturday Morning Book Discussion We continue reading off of the New York Times 100 Notable Books of 2024. Drop by for great conversation, good company, and coffee! Copies available in print, and as ebooks... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Mini Succulent Garden Workshop Show off your design and gardening skills as our mini succulent garden workshop returns this summer! Learn about the propagation and care of succulents and create your own mini... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 2025 11:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Pulp Non-Fiction: The Story of Citrus in the Valley As part of the Granada Hills Centennial, Professor of History at Los Angeles Pierce College Brian Walsh will tell the story of citrus in the San... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Lectures English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 2025 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Urban Line Dancing With Wilbert McZeal All ages are invited to come have fun dancing to great "soul" music...and you don't need a partner! Learn easy dances like the electric slide, the wobble, and the... |
Northridge Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 11:30 am to 3:30 pm |
Outdoor Reading Nook at the Library Take a moment to unwind and relax on our outdoor patio. Bring your favorite book and escape into another world as you enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and gentle breeze. |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 12:00 pm |
Walk- in Tutoring With Edwin Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult who needs help with internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation, reading, writing, resumes, and applications, studying for... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm |
The Charm School: Phone Charms Come be charming with us at the Venice Library. Attend our Charm School and make your own phone charm. All supplies included. Recommended for ages 11-18 only. This program has... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
Puzzle Exchange Do you love to puzzle as much as we do? Do you need a new (used) puzzle?Join our branch puzzle exchange! Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle. There is no limit to the number of puzzles you can bring to exchange. |
Memorial Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Scrabble Club Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All ages and abilities are welcome. Please bring your own board and tiles if you can. |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Adults |
Games English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 2025 1:00 pm |
Walk-in Tutoring With Jeffrey Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with Math, reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist... |
Central Library | Adults |
Adult Literacy English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Patent Lawyers in the Library Calling independent inventors! Do you have a new invention that you want to patent, a patent application that has recently been rejected, or a patent that is being infringed? Sign up... |
In Person & Online Central Library |
Adults |
Business, Career & Finances English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Cyanotype Sun Printing Come learn how to make art using a sun printing process invented in the 1800s. This class will teach you how to use cyanotype paper to create beautiful art using the items you have around you... |
Granada Hills Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 1:00 pm |
Henna Body Art Learn about the significance of Henna, how to make Henna and get your own Henna tattoos! Participants will earn about the significance of Henna across cultures, the process of making Henna paste and its... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 2025 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm |
San Pedro Library Book Club Please join the San Pedro Library Book Club as we discuss Haruki Murakami's novel. The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle. |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Book Clubs English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
STAR Stories With Terri Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer, Terri. Come three times and take home a free book. |
West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Fun With Frosting: Cupcake Decorating Get ready to decorate your way to deliciousness! Join us for a fun and interactive cupcake decorating event where you can express your creativity and create your own... |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 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 | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Movie Day: "Wicked" Elphaba, a young woman ridiculed for her green skin, and Galinda, a popular girl, become friends at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. After an encounter with the Wonderful Wizard... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm |
Learn About the Scotland Bagpipes With John McLean Allan After moving from Scotland to Los Angeles to pursue a music career, John McLean Allan has been lucky enough to be able to be... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Aug 02, 2025 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Summer Reading Wrap-Up Craft for All Ages Join us for a special crafting event to celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages! At the event, we'll create reflection and inspiration... |
Northridge Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |