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Wed, Jun 17, 2026 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Creative Writing Workshop Explore creative writing in a fun, supportive environment! Each session will include some combination of writing exercises, readings, discussion, and opportunities for sharing and... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Writing English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Bookmaking: Mini Long-Stitch Book Learn how to make a soft cover, long stitch book. First, you’ll get to choose the color and look of your cover, your thread, and (optionally) add a cool charm to your... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 2:30 pm to 5:00 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, Teens, Adults |
Book Sales English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Intro to 3D Printing for Teens Join us for a 30-minute 3D printing session where teens will receive an introduction to the 3D printer and have the opportunity to print a small design. This workshop is recommended for ages... |
John Muir Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Computers & Technology, STEM English, Español |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 3:00 pm |
The Found Object Juggling Show With Michael Rayner Michael Rayner's Found Object Juggling show has been described as "preposterous brilliance" and "wacky jugglement," a combination of hilarious... |
Platt Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Scratch Game Lab A beginner-friendly coding workshop where students create their own simple video game using Scratch. Students learn core programming concepts like loops, events, and conditionals while building a playable... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Computers & Technology, STEM English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Postcards from L.A. Celebrate this year’s Summer with the Library theme, Postmarked from L.A., and decorate your own postcards to send off to other teens at libraries around Los Angeles. You’ll receive one in return from a... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Writing English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 3:30 pm |
Mixed Media Self-Portraits Express yourself by combining different materials and techniques to create a self-portrait that is uniquely yours. This activity is recommended for kids and teens aged 10 to 18. |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
The Thursday Art & Fiber Circle Draw, paint, knit, crochet, needle, color, or create in your own way! Stop by the library every Thursday for our ongoing Fiber Art & Arts Club. Bring your project, enjoy tea... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Family Arts & Crafts Please join us in the Community Room for Family Arts & Crafts. All ages are welcome. |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Sourdough Starter Pancakes and Butter Join Certified Food Preservation Instructor Brie Wakeland Muszynski for a hands-on presentation on how to care for sourdough starter and use it to make... |
Vernon - Leon H. Washington Jr. Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Introduction to Directing: "Same Scene, Different Director" How does a director help the audience understand the story? In collaboration with the California Student Media... |
Westwood Branch Library | Teens |
Film English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Teen Murder Mystery Month - Follow the Clues, Part 3 The stage has been set-now we have to follow the clues, find inconsistencies, and start to connect the dots between our victim and the suspects... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Teens |
Book Clubs, Games English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Crafternoon: Pride Squeegee Art Celebrate pride with abstract squeegee art! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Postmarked from Sun Valley Join us for a fun pastel art craft program creating iconic Sun Valley and Los Angeles landmark postcards. Art supplies will be provided. |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Thrasher Thursdays Join us as we watch the latest skateboard videos from Thrasher Magazine as well as skateboarding classics from the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s. |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Film English |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Teen Zombie RPG (grades 6-12) Join us for Teen RPG, where storytelling meets adventure! If you enjoy tackling bad odds and embracing pure chaos, this is the perfect place for you. You'll get to decide your... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Games English |
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Fri, Jun 19, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 9:30 am to 10:30 am |
Read to a BARK Therapy Dog Join us for a special reading session featuring a therapy dog who loves to listen! Children are invited to bring a book and read alongside our friendly furry companion. This program is... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Parable of the Trickster: An Octavia E. Butler Celebration Aiming to honor Octavia Butler's legacy at the Central Library, a place she cherished. The celebration will feature a scholarly panel... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors English |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Dungeons and Dragons: Venice Teens Join us for an exciting adventure from "bore" to "bard" in our Summer Teen Dungeons and Dragons campaign, expertly led by a Dungeon Master! This event is open to teens... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 12:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Entrenamiento Básico de Tecnológia Gratis Aprende habilidades tecnológicas básicas en un ambiente seguro y acogedor dirigido por LearnBasicTech.org.... |
Central Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Computers & Technology Español |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
It's Reading...Rainbow! Celebrate Pride with your Queer Asian Family. The 3rd annual Pride celebration at Chinatown Branch Library, Asian Mental Health Project, and Queer Asian Social Club is proud to present It's... |
Chinatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Community Resources & Services, Health & Wellness, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Summer Movie Screening - Wizard of Oz Join us for our Summer Movies series featuring the beloved 1939 classic The Wizard of Oz starring Judy Garland. People of all ages are welcome to attend. Follow... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Film English |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Digitization and Zinemaking Workshop Join artist-in-residence Natalie M. Godinez and library staff at the Palisades Branch Library to digitize photographs, ephemera, or objects important to your Pacific... |
Palisades Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Pom-Pom Workshop Learn how to make beautiful, fluffy pom-poms. They are easy and fun to make. This workshop is designed for ages 8 and up. The library will have all the supplies-just bring your creativity. |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Celebrating Poetry, Community, and Culture Join us for a special event dedicated to the power of the spoken word and music. We invite you to listen to five of our talented local poets and musicians (... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English, Español |
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Sun, Jun 21, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Sun, Jun 21, 2026 2:00 pm |
Make Music Day Celebrate the summer solstice by listening to music with friends, family and neighbors. Activities include live musical performances and hands-on exploration of musical instruments for children and their... |
Frances Howard Goldwyn - Hollywood Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Chinese Paper Lanterns Join Emmy instructor Lam to discover the ancient decorative art of Chinese lantern making. Students will create their own lanterns while exploring the significance of lanterns in various Chinese... |
San Pedro Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Cook(T)eens Join in as we learn to cook (and eat!) food from around the world. |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Rainbow MakerSpace Join us for a Pride Month-themed MakerSpace to create 3D items, sewing projects, zines, stickers, and buttons. |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
STEM English |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Collage Jam Come create collage art and listen to music together. We’ll have lots of cool stuff to cut up for your collages including magazines, comics, and cards from Central Library’s old card catalog. Join in this fun... |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Mars Explorers Unite: A Cosmic Adventure for Kids Take a captivating journey to the Red Planet with retired NASA/JPL Project Manager David Lehman. Delve into the allure and the mysteries of Mars,... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
STEM English |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 4:00 pm |
Vietnamese Spring Roll Making Class for Teens Teens, please join us for a Vietnamese spring roll making workshop. These rolls are scrumptious and a healthy choice of food. They are served cold,... |
Mark Twain Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Pride Keychains DIY / Llavero de Orgullo LGBT hazlo tú mismo Celebrate Pride Month with creativity, color, and community! Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you can design... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Knitting Club Join us for a new knitting club at the library! Whether you've never picked up needles before or want to refresh your skills, all are welcome. We'll cover the fundamentals to get you started: casting on, the... |
Pacoima Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Indigenous Futurism: Storytelling & Clay Workshop Artist and educator Taty Hernandez will guide you through an introduction to Indigenous Futurism to (re)imagine and dream up new worlds.... |
Jefferson - Vassie D. Wright Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
Monday Night Chess Join us for a casual game of chess, all ages and skill levels welcome. Boards and pieces provided. No registration needed. |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Tue, Jun 23, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
StoryWalk®: Paletero Man | ¡Qué paletero tan cool! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call, Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens |
Storytimes & Read Alouds English, Español |
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Tue, Jun 23, 2026 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Benjamin Franklin Library Pop-up at Boyle Heights City Hall While the Benjamin Franklin Branch Library is closed for construction, visit us across the street at the Boyle Heights City... |
Benjamin Franklin Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Community Resources & Services English, Español |
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Tue, Jun 23, 2026 2:00 pm |
Urban Voices: Neighborhood Sing Immerse yourself in a music workshop with participatory singing and wellness activities to improve mental health, amplify self-expression, and build community.Neighborhood... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jun 23, 2026 3:00 pm |
Film Screening: Theater Camp (2023) In this ribald mockumentary, Tony Award winners Ben Platt and Molly Gordon play longtime best friends and drama instructors at a rundown Theater Camp (2023, rated PG-13) in... |
Edendale Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Film English |
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Tue, Jun 23, 2026 3:30 pm |
Knitting Social Club Please join our knitting and crochet social club. We meet weekly, and people of all levels are welcome, including beginners. Please bring your own supplies. Registration is not required, just drop... |
Sun Valley Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 23, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Arts & Crafts Join us on the fourth Tuesday of the month for an afternoon of arts and crafts. We will enjoy some time together creating and crafting projects. Supplies might be limited and will be offered on a... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 23, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Teen Summer Reading Book Club Join our Teen Book Club this summer! In our first meeting on June 23, we will begin the book The White Guy Dies First together, with yummy snacks to get everyone excited and... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Teens |
Book Clubs English |
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Tue, Jun 23, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Let's Get in a Pickle Together Join chef Jessica Wang for a hands-on pickling workshop, introducing folks to basic concepts in fermentation and vinegar pickling for the home kitchen.This program is... |
Platt Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Health & Wellness English |