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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Magical Katrina Magic Show Join us for an unforgettable magical experience at the Magical Katrina Magic Show! For over 11 years, Katrina has delighted families around the world with her unique blend of playful... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:30 pm |
Musical Beginnings for Young Composers Musical Beginnings for Young Composers is taught by Grammy winning instructor Carl Protho and is aimed at children ages 6 to 18. It offers a comprehensive yet... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 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 16, 2026 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Karaoke With Teen Council Join us after school for our middle school and high school student program, Karaoke With Teen Council. Ages 11-19.By joining Van Nuys Library Teen Council, you will gain valuable 21st-century... |
Van Nuys Branch Library | Teens |
Music & Performances, Teen Councils English |
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Wed, Jun 17, 2026 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Marionnette Magic Show & Summer Reading Kickoff Party! Kick off Summer Reading Challenge 2026 with Franklin Hayes Marionettes. Enjoy a thrilling puppet show that's sure to delight... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 17, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Afro Cuban Drumming and Culture Join accomplished musician Melena and learn all about Afro Cuban drumming and culture. Come and hear the sounds of the congas, timbales, bongos, bata drums, and shekere. Learn... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 17, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Guitar and Violin Concert Taro Wayama (guitar) and David Lee Ruest (violin) presents a variety of musical selections ranging from Renaissance through 20th century and folk/world music. |
Pacoima Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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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 4:00 pm |
Baila Baila Bilingual Family Performance Join us for the Baila Baila Bilingual Family performance, an L.A. based, interactive DJ driven pop duo full of movement, stage props, and audience interaction. |
Pacoima Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English, Español |
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Thu, Jun 18, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Tea and a Tale Virtual Live Reading Series Brew some tea, relax, and listen to a virtual live reading of a public domain novel or short stories. Join via Zoom or dial in by phone.To help celebrate... |
Online Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 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 | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 11:30 am to 1:00 pm |
Music Bingo for Adults: Nostalgic Songs of the Summer All adults are invited to play Bingo with music! Join us as we visit the Songs of Summer from the 50s - 80s in this unique Bingo game. No Bingo or music experience... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Games, Music & Performances English |
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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 2:00 pm |
Pianist Beth Sussman Live in Concert Beth Sussman is an internationally renowned classical pianist who is a Juilliard School graduate and has performed at Lincoln Center, Dorothy Chandler, and many... |
Platt Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
A Concert of Synthesizer Music With Cate Kennan Join Los Angeles musician Cate Kennan for a concert of compositions for synthesizer, drawn from her debut album of melodic miniatures, The Arbitrary... |
Central Library | Adults |
Music & Performances 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 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 10:30 am |
Music Day Hooray! Teacher Davis of Music Day Hooray! plays classic and original tunes on a variety of instruments. Join us for an interactive, educational and fun performance which features songs in different languages... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 11:00 am to 11:45 am |
L.A. Opera Presents: BambinO (A Baby Opera Show) BambinO, is a unique opera created for babies aged 6–18 months. This baby interactive performance tells the story of a mother hen who explores the... |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Mon, Jun 22, 2026 4:30 pm |
Musical Beginnings for Young Composers Musical Beginnings for Young Composers is taught by Grammy winning instructor Carl Protho and is aimed at children ages 6 to 18. It offers a comprehensive yet... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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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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Wed, Jun 24, 2026 10:30 am |
Children's Opera Bring your young one into the world of Opera! BambinO, a unique opera created for babies ages 6–18 months, is a 40-minute show that celebrates the infant imagination, immersing open-minded... |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 24, 2026 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Matt Steinberg's Reptile Family (Reptile Show) Join us for an educational and entertaining interactive reptile show with The Reptile Family! Experience the wonder and excitement of exotic... |
Encino - Tarzana Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 24, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Guitar Concert Join us for an enchanting evening with the duo of Tom Foster and Taro Wayama. Experience a captivating mix of guitar music that spans centuries, blending traditional classical repertoire with contemporary... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 25, 2026 11:00 am to 11:50 am |
LA Opera Presents, BambinO: Baby Opera Show BambinO, a unique opera for babies aged 6 to 18 months. This captivating story follows a mother hen and her adventurous hatchling, inviting little ones... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 25, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Summertime Jam! Let's go to summer camp! Enjoy stories, a puppet show, and a craft with Miss Susan and her librarian friends! |
Platt Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 25, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Tea and a Tale Virtual Live Reading Series Brew some tea, relax, and listen to a virtual live reading of a public domain novel or short stories. Join via Zoom or dial in by phone.To help celebrate... |
Online Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Thu, Jun 25, 2026 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Queercore Book Talk With Author Audrey Golden Join author Audrey Golden and a panel of guests for an... |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Authors, Music & Performances English |
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Fri, Jun 26, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Japanese Folktales With Shadow Puppets Featuring Sunny Seki Enjoy a shadow performance of a traditional Japanese folktale, then create, project and take home your own puppets! Puppet-maker and... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 12:00 pm |
Author Andrew Perer - Turn My Head Into Sound: A History of Kevin Shields and My Bloody Valentine Join Echo Park music historian Andrew Perer to discuss... |
Edendale Branch Library | Adults |
Authors, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
East West Players: Tam Tran Goes to Washington Join us for "Tam Tran Goes to Washington," an East West Players production that promotes cultural understanding and racial tolerance through stories... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
History & Genealogy, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm |
Classical Guitar and Violin Music Taro Wayama, guitarist/composer, along with David Lee Ruest, violinist, presents a variety of musical selections ranging from Renaissance through 20th century and folk/... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
A Celebration of Taiwanese Music Jessica Chen (violin) and Henry Chen (cello) present a musical duo performance that showcases the beauty and diversity of music representing Taiwan and the Taiwanese diaspora.... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
Jazz Salon: History of Jazz in Venice Beach Join us as Gerry Fialka and Brad Kay delve into the untold stories behind Venice's jazz roots. Experience a discussion about the iconic clubs, legendary... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy, Lectures, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 4:00 pm |
Dixieland and More Come listen to Craig Newton and the sounds of our American Heritage as he plays Dixieland and the music of 1900s America. Join us in air conditioned comfort and enjoy the songs of our past. |
Chatsworth Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Jun 28, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
To Begin the World Over Again: The Life of Thomas Paine Thomas Paine's ideas changed the world, and his words sparked a revolution. As we celebrate America's 250th birthday, join us for a theatrical... |
Central Library | Adults |
History & Genealogy, Music & Performances English |
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Sun, Jun 28, 2026 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Sunday Concert: 40th Infantry Brass Quintet The Sunburst Brass Quintet of the 40th Infantry Division Band of the California Army National Guard headlines our annual Pre-Independence Day Celebration... |
Westwood Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Micah the Magician Join us for a highly interactive magic show, where the audience is the star, with focus on all the magical resources the library has to offer.This program is fun for families of all ages.This program was... |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Musical Theater Dance Class Join professional dancer and choreographer Ashley Maimes for a fun introduction to musical theater dance. All skill levels are welcome!This program is generously funded by the Platt... |
Platt Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 29, 2026 4:30 pm |
Musical Beginnings for Young Composers Musical Beginnings for Young Composers is taught by Grammy winning instructor Carl Protho and is aimed at children ages 6 to 18. It offers a comprehensive yet... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 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 30, 2026 3:30 pm |
Drag Storytime Join us for a special storytime with a drag performer bringing inclusive stories, fabulous costumes, and extra sparkle! |
Angeles Mesa Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Summer With the Library: Puppet Show Join us for our Summer With the Library program! This week features Joe Gandelman, who will be sure to amaze everyone with his skills on Ventriloquism! All ages are welcome to... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jul 01, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Arty Loon Magic Show Come one, come all to a fantastic variety show that's fun for the whole family! From amazing feats of juggling to astonishing grand illusions, prepare to be astonished by the amazing Arty Loon.... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jul 01, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Koch Music This one-hour live instrumental concert features classical guitar, performed both solo and with backing vocals. It explores Argentine musical culture, including tango and various traditional rhythms. |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 02, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Arty Loon Magic Show Join us for The Arty Loon Show, a fun-filled family variety experience perfect for all ages. Enjoy comedy, magic, balloons, puppets, games, and much more. |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jul 02, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Tea and a Tale Virtual Live Reading Series Brew some tea, relax, and listen to a virtual live reading of a public domain novel or short stories. Join via Zoom or dial in by phone.To help celebrate... |
Online Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library |
Adults, Seniors |
Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 2026 3:00 pm |
America's Multicultural Music Join us in celebrating America's 250th with a captivating journey through our nation’s rich and diverse musical heritage! Renowned multi-instrumentalist, singer, and... |
Palisades Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jul 08, 2026 10:30 am |
Family Time Extravaganza Join a team of librarians in a fun storytime, puppet show, and craft as we celebrate the Summer with the Library. |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |