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Wed, Apr 29, 2026 6:15 pm |
Wildfire Survivor Community Writing Group Join us for a prompt writing group for survivors of the L.A. wildfires, hosted by Saved by a Story. Come together as a community to write about the... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Thu, Apr 30, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
"Saved by a Story" Seniors Writing Group Come enjoy creativity and community in a nonjudgmental environment. Discover the bounty of stories that lie within!Please note that in April, the group... |
Westwood Branch Library | Seniors |
Writing English |
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Thu, Apr 30, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
One Book One Coast: Telling Your Own Story Have a story to tell? Learn how to turn your experiences and ideas into a graphic novel. In this creative workshop, participants will... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Adult Literacy, Writing English, Español |
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Sat, May 02, 2026 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.org... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, May 02, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Songwriting Made Easy Have you ever wanted to write a song? Are you a songwriter seeking new techniques and inspiration? Join us for this fun, collaborative workshop where you'll learn how to write lyrics through... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances, Poetry, Writing English |
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Mon, May 04, 2026 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Robertson Writer's Group Writing a book, poem, or screenplay? Need deadlines? Want constructive feedback? Then this is the place for you. Bring 5 - 10 double-spaced typed pages to read. Everyone will get a... |
In Person & Online Robertson Branch Library |
Adults |
Authors, Writing English |
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Mon, May 04, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Community Writing Group Join us at Saved By A Story to ignite your creativity, share your stories, and find connection in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. Participants aged 14 and over are encouraged to... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
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Mon, May 04, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Make and Play for Kids: Bloxels Video Game Builder Create your own character, design levels, and share your story with the Bloxels online game builder. We have 10 spots available each week on a... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM, Writing English |
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Wed, May 06, 2026 6:00 pm |
Creative Writing Workshop With Tony DuShane Join us for a free writer’s workshop presented by UCLA instructor Tony DuShane, screenwriter of the film Confessions of a Teenage Jesus Jerk, based on his... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Wed, May 06, 2026 6:15 pm |
Playa Vista Wildfire Survivor Community Writing Group Join us for a prompt writing group for survivors of the L.A. wildfires hosted by Saved by a Story. Come together in community to write... |
Playa Vista Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, May 09, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
College Admissions Workshop: Writing the Personal Statement Essay With 826LA Learn how to craft a personal statement that authentically shares your story,... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Teens |
College Readiness, Writing English |
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Sat, May 09, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Gratitude Journaling With Amy Rutledge This fun, active, and experiential workshop introduces attendees to the mindfulness practice of Gratitude Journaling. We explore various techniques of journaling and... |
John C. Fremont Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Writing English |
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Sat, May 09, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Creative Writing Group Calling all writers of fiction, screenplays, poetry, etc. Get feedback on your writing in a fun, supportive environment! The Central Library Creative Writing Group meets every other Saturday for... |
Central Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Mon, May 11, 2026 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Robertson Writer's Group Writing a book, poem, or screenplay? Need deadlines? Want constructive feedback? Then this is the place for you. Bring 5 - 10 double-spaced typed pages to read. Everyone will get a... |
In Person & Online Robertson Branch Library |
Adults |
Authors, Writing English |
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Mon, May 11, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Make and Play for Kids: Bloxels Video Game Builder Create your own character, design levels, and share your story with the Bloxels online game builder. We have 10 spots available each week on a... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM, Writing English |
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Tue, May 12, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
How to Write a Winning College Essay/ Cómo escribir un ensayo universitario ganador Discover the key to crafting a compelling college essay that captures your uniqueness in this transformative program... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Teens |
College Readiness, Student Success, Writing English, Español |
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Wed, May 13, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kids' Creative Writing Workshop Join us for an engaging series of writing workshops designed for children in grades 2-5. Led by experienced high school volunteers, these workshops will help foster... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Writing English |
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Wed, May 13, 2026 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
TLC + Cal Matters Journalism Workshop Series: Ethics & Fact Checking Join CalMatters and Teen’Scape’s Teens Leading Change volunteers as we explore citizen journalism by... |
In Person & Online Central Library |
Teens |
Teen Councils, Writing English |
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Wed, May 13, 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, May 14, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
"Saved by a Story" Seniors Writing Group Come enjoy creativity and community in a nonjudgmental environment. Discover the bounty of stories that lie within!Please note that in April, the group... |
Westwood Branch Library | Seniors |
Writing English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 11:00 am to 1:00 pm |
826LA: Dystopian Creative Writing Workshop Join us at the Venice Library for a unique workshop with writing instructors from 826LA! In this session, you will have the opportunity to create your own... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Teens |
Writing English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 11:30 am to 1:00 pm |
Creative Writing Workshop Your imagination can take you anywhere! Do you want to write short stories, a blog, or a screenplay? Bring in your creative projects to share your work in this supportive writer's... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Mon, May 18, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Community Writing Group Join us at Saved By A Story to ignite your creativity, share your stories, and find connection in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. Participants aged 14 and over are encouraged to... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
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Mon, May 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Make and Play for Kids: Bloxels Video Game Builder Create your own character, design levels, and share your story with the Bloxels online game builder. We have 10 spots available each week on a... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM, Writing English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kids' Creative Writing Workshop Join us for an engaging series of writing workshops designed for children in grades 2-5. Led by experienced high school volunteers, these workshops will help foster... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Writing English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 6:00 pm |
Quiet Write Night Attention night owls, Quiet Write Night is a great way to get focused on your creative writing projects. Share the support with other writers in our tranquil library community room. Take your writing to... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, May 23, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Creative Writing Group Calling all writers of fiction, screenplays, poetry, etc. Get feedback on your writing in a fun, supportive environment! The Central Library Creative Writing Group meets every other Saturday for... |
Central Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Wed, May 27, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Kids' Creative Writing Workshop Join us for an engaging series of writing workshops designed for children in grades 2-5. Led by experienced high school volunteers, these workshops will help foster... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Writing English |
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Thu, May 28, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
"Saved by a Story" Seniors Writing Group Come enjoy creativity and community in a nonjudgmental environment. Discover the bounty of stories that lie within!Please note that in April, the group... |
Westwood Branch Library | Seniors |
Writing English |
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Mon, Jun 01, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Community Writing Group Join us at Saved By A Story to ignite your creativity, share your stories, and find connection in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. Participants aged 14 and over are encouraged to... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
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Mon, Jun 01, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Make and Play for Kids: Bloxels Video Game Builder Create your own character, design levels, and share your story with the Bloxels online game builder. We have 10 spots available each week on a... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM, Writing English |
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Wed, Jun 03, 2026 6:00 pm |
Creative Writing Workshop With Tony DuShane Join us for a free writer’s workshop presented by UCLA instructor Tony DuShane, screenwriter of the film Confessions of a Teenage Jesus Jerk, based... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, Jun 06, 2026 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.org... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Sat, Jun 06, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Creative Writing Group Calling all writers of fiction, screenplays, poetry, etc. Get feedback on your writing in a fun, supportive environment! The Central Library Creative Writing Group meets every other Saturday for... |
Central Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Mon, Jun 08, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Make and Play for Kids: Bloxels Video Game Builder Create your own character, design levels, and share your story with the Bloxels online game builder. We have 10 spots available each week on a... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM, Writing English |
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Tue, Jun 09, 2026 3:00 pm |
All About Watts: Summer Reading Kick-Off Party Join us as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of Watts joining the Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) family with a Community History Day. Sign up for... |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, History & Genealogy, Music & Performances, Writing English |
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Thu, Jun 11, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
"Saved by a Story" Seniors Writing Group Come enjoy creativity and community in a nonjudgmental environment. Discover the bounty of stories that lie within!Please note that in April, the group... |
Westwood Branch Library | Seniors |
Writing English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Community Writing Group Join us at Saved By A Story to ignite your creativity, share your stories, and find connection in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. Participants aged 14 and over are encouraged to... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Make and Play for Kids: Bloxels Video Game Builder Create your own character, design levels, and share your story with the Bloxels online game builder. We have 10 spots available each week on a... |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Games, STEM, Writing English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 4:00 pm |
Collaging for Writers: Storytelling Through Mixed-Media Piece together your story! Students will explore textures, colors, and images to craft their own unique collages from recycled... |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Writing English |
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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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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Creative Writing Group Calling all writers of fiction, screenplays, poetry, etc. Get feedback on your writing in a fun, supportive environment! The Central Library Creative Writing Group meets every other Saturday for... |
Central Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Thu, Jun 25, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
"Saved by a Story" Seniors Writing Group Come enjoy creativity and community in a nonjudgmental environment. Discover the bounty of stories that lie within!Please note that in April, the group... |
Westwood Branch Library | Seniors |
Writing English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 3:00 pm |
Stories and Games Read stories, play board games, and take home one of our LitKits to make learning to read fun. |
Alma Reaves Woods - Watts Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Games, Storytimes & Read Alouds, Writing English |
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Mon, Jul 06, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Community Writing Group Join us at Saved By A Story to ignite your creativity, share your stories, and find connection in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. Participants aged 14 and over are encouraged to... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
"Saved by a Story" Seniors Writing Group Come enjoy creativity and community in a nonjudgmental environment. Discover the bounty of stories that lie within!Please note that in April, the group... |
Westwood Branch Library | Seniors |
Writing English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 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.org... |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Wed, Jul 15, 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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Sat, Jul 18, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Creative Writing Group Calling all writers of fiction, screenplays, poetry, etc. Get feedback on your writing in a fun, supportive environment! The Central Library Creative Writing Group meets every other Saturday for... |
Central Library | Adults |
Writing English |
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Mon, Jul 20, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Community Writing Group Join us at Saved By A Story to ignite your creativity, share your stories, and find connection in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. Participants aged 14 and over are encouraged to... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Writing English |