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Crafternoon: D.I.Y. Painted Tote Bags

Personalize your own tote bag.
- Date: 9/2/2026
- Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Watts
STAR Reader: Kenia

Children are invited to join our STAR volunteer Kenia for reading one-on-one or in a small group in the children's area.
- Date: 9/3/2026
- Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Location: Memorial
Computer Labs

Adults can drop in for basic computer help or bring their device for guidance.
- Date: 9/3/2026
- Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Mark Twain
Mini Piñatas

Make your own mini piñata and kick off Latino Heritage Month!
- Date: 9/3/2026
- Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Robert Louis Stevenson
Read With Our STAR: Sage

Join us to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Sage. Read with a STAR three times and take home a free book!
- Date: 9/5/2026
- Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Location: Hyde Park
Visión y Compromiso - Free Community Services | Servicios Comunitarios Gratuitos

Free Community Services, providing free food, clothing, support services to low-income individuals, families, the homeless and to the unemployed/under-employed in the area of San Fernando Valley. Information on COVID-19 vaccinations and nearby…
- Date: 9/8/2026
- Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Location: Van Nuys
Free Computer Class

Join our weekly computer class and learn basic skills.
- Date: 9/8/2026
- Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Location: Van Nuys
Teen Council

The Teen Council is an opportunity to earn community service hours.
- Date: 9/9/2026
- Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Watts
Círculo de lectores

¿Te gusta leer libros en español? Están invitados a participar en el Círculo de lectores. Tenemos café, pastel casero y conversación amena sobre el libro que estamos leyendo.
- Date: 9/9/2026
- Time: 6:00 PM
- Location: Arroyo Seco
Department of Mental Health Resources

The Department of Mental Health will offer resources on services available in Los Angeles County. A representative will be present to answer questions and guide attendees on the best options. Resources will be available in English and Spanish.
- Date: 9/10/2026
- Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
- Location: Vernon
STAR Reader: Kenia

Children are invited to join our STAR volunteer Kenia for reading one-on-one or in a small group in the children's area.
- Date: 9/10/2026
- Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Location: Memorial
Teen Council and Social Hour

Join the Junipero Serra Branch Library Teen Council, which meets on the second Thursday of every month. If you’re interested in volunteering, come by to learn how you can earn volunteer credit while building leadership skills and making new friends…
- Date: 9/10/2026
- Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Junipero Serra
Churro Fun

Celebrate Latino Heritage Month with a sweet churro-themed storytime and craft!
- Date: 9/10/2026
- Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Robert Louis Stevenson
Portuguese and Spanish Conversation

Practice, brush up, or just chat with other speakers & our instructor. Interactive activities too!
- Date: 9/10/2026
- Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Location: Palms - Rancho Park
Read With Our STAR: Sage

Join us to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Sage. Read with a STAR three times and take home a free book!
- Date: 9/12/2026
- Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Location: Hyde Park
World Cinema Series: Cinco lobitos

After her partner temporarily leaves, Amaia, a new mother, returns to her parents' house on the Basque coast for guidance. (99 min.)
- Date: 9/12/2026
- Time: 1:00 PM
- Location: Central Library
Recorrido guiado de arte y arquitectura de la Biblioteca Central de Los Ángeles

Acompáñanos en un recorrido guiado de una hora por la Biblioteca Central de Los Ángeles. Tu guía compartirá historias sobre la historia, el arte y la arquitectura de esta emblemática biblioteca en el centro de la ciudad. Reúnete con tu guía en el…
- Date: 9/13/2026
- Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
- Location: Biblioteca Central
Storytime & Playtime

Join us for stories, songs, and playtime fun!
- Date: 9/14/2026
- Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Location: Robert Louis Stevenson
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STAR: Stories with Sandra

Children of all ages can share the joy of reading with a STAR volunteer!
- Date: 9/14/2026
- Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Palms - Rancho Park
STAR Reader: Ruben

Come to our library and read with our STAR Reader, Ruben!
- Date: 9/14/2026
- Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Echo Park
Operation HOPE: Free Financial Education | Educación financiera

Operation HOPE is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals of all ages by offering financial education, one-on-one coaching, courses on credit score improvement, as well as pathways toward starting a business free of charge. Come to…
- Date: 9/15/2026
- Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Location: Van Nuys
Free Computer Class

Join our weekly computer class and learn basic skills.
- Date: 9/15/2026
- Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Location: Van Nuys
Teen Spa Night

Teens, come learn how to create your own spa night at home!
- Date: 9/15/2026
- Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Robert Louis Stevenson
TTC - Tarzana Treatment Centers: Free and Low Cost Medical Services | Servicios médicos gratuitos

TTC Tarzana Health Centers offer free and low-cost medical services including:Free immunizationsSchool physical examsFamily plan servicesDetoxification and rehabilitation servicesCome and meet with a TTC representative today in the library.Los…
- Date: 9/16/2026
- Time: 1:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Location: Van Nuys