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Wed, May 13, 2026 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
One Book, One Coast: Documentary Screening One Book One Coast will celebrate They Called Us Enemy with a screening of the documentary Toyo's Camera: Japanese American History During WWII. Directed by... |
Lake View Terrace Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Film English |
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Thu, May 14, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
B.Y.O. Needle Arts Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or hand-stitching projects to the library and enjoy a relaxing hour crafting and chatting with other needle-art fans.Limited supplies are available for practicing... |
Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 14, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Adult Coloring Explore your creative side. Join us for a relaxing weekly session filled with friends and fun. All materials are provided free. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 14, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Brick Building Play Join us for a fun-filled session of building with bricks. Let your imagination soar as you bring your engineering ideas to life. Create anything you can dream up using our collection of building... |
Wilmington Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 2026 4:00 pm |
Needle Crafts Club Know how to knit, crochet, embroider, or do needlepoint? Want to learn? Ages 6+ and all skill levels are encouraged to bring your project, yarn, and needles to join in and spend a pleasant Thursday... |
Westchester - Loyola Village Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 14, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
DIY Japanese Fans Join us at the library for a hands-on workshop to design your own Japanese fan while learning about the cultural significance of these beautiful creations. Ages 7 to 18 are welcome. |
John Muir Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 14, 2026 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm |
Make Your Own Comics With Ben Crane & Andy Alves Learn how to create your own comics in this workshop led by author/illustrator team Ben Crane and Andy Alves! This program is intended... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 14, 2026 4:00 pm |
Sourdough Starter Pancakes and Butter for Kids! Join Certified Food Preservation Instructor Brie Wakeland Muszynski for a hands-on class on caring for sourdough starters and making pancakes at... |
Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Paint With Pride (Grades 6-12) Join us as we prepare for Pride Month by creating vibrant, Pride-themed decorations for the teen area. Wear clothes you don't mind getting messy! This is a hands-on painting program recommended for... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Fri, May 15, 2026 9:45 am to 10:45 am |
Pilates Movement Develop strength, flexibility, and balance by fusing Pilates matwork with various movement styles. All levels welcome. Programs and events are subject to cancellations and changes without notice.... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 10:15 am to 11:45 am |
Introduction to Tarot Join us for an introduction to the world of Tarot cards and how you can use them for personal growth, especially when dealing with life changes and important decisions. The information covered in... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 10:30 am to 11:30 am |
Create a Paper Lei Create a colorful paper lei to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month and especially the aloha spirit! |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 11:00 am to 4:00 pm |
AAPI Joy: AAPI Voices, Then & Now Join us to celebrate the diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in Los Angeles at AAPI Joy, a free festival for all ages. Explore... |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors, Community Resources & Services, Film, Music & Performances, Teen Councils English, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, Tagalog |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 11:30 am to 12:30 pm |
Cosplay for Science Presents: Storytelling, Research, and Making Science Wearable Join scientist and storyteller Gabriel-Philip Santos for a one-hour interactive... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Lectures English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm |
Bake & Take Chocolate Chip Cookies (grades 6-12) Learn basic baking skills, put fractions into action, and bake chocolate chip cookies with your peers in the library! Participants will bake... |
Mar Vista Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Knitting and Crochet Club Join us for knitting and crochet! |
Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Saturdays at the Koreatown Media Lab Lab members can print and use equipment during lab hours. All library patrons are welcome to tour the Koreatown Media Lab. |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Computers & Technology, STEM English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 2:00 pm |
LA Made Presents: Stencil Screen Printing Workshop Participants will learn how to create a handmade stencil with their own designs using cardstock and cutting tools. Artists and assistants... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Floral Embroidery Workshop With Nova Community Arts Join us in celebrating Central Library's 100th birthday by learning the delicate art of floral embroidery. Learn the basics of hand... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, May 18, 2026 10:00 am to 8:00 pm |
Take Home Craft for Kids: Miniature Koinobori Create your own mini Japanese koi fish wind kites in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month. |
Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, May 18, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Excel the Youth Join us for activities that vary from week to week. Previous programs include game days, t-shirt making, chalk drawing, and music production.Programs are presented by library staff and community partner, Excel... |
Pio Pico - Koreatown Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Mon, May 18, 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, May 18, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Regulate and Recharge: Sensory Play and Community Support Families are invited to join us for art activities and open-ended play with new sensory toys and tools from our children's... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Sensory Friendly English |
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Mon, May 18, 2026 4:00 pm |
Blocks and Board Games! | ¡Bloques y Juegos de mesa! Build and play with building blocks, Magnet Tiles, and board games that encourage hands-on, STEM-focused learning. Construye y juega con... |
Malabar Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games, STEM English, Español |
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Mon, May 18, 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, May 18, 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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Mon, May 18, 2026 6:00 pm |
HAM Radio Club Are you interested in HAM radio as a hobby or as an emergency back-up communication system? Whatever your interest or skill level, join us and our expert instructor for these two April programs. Subsequent to... |
Canoga Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Mon, May 18, 2026 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Crochet Club Join us to master your first stitch or find a cozy spot to work on your current project! We have a seat ready for you. Our volunteer instructor will be available to help you get started, and all supplies will be... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Mon, May 18, 2026 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Creative Mellow Mondays All adults and teens ages 16 and older are invited to join volunteer Ashley for parallel art making, journaling, and writing. Ashley will guide attendees with a series of creative and nature-... |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, May 19, 2026 12:00 pm |
Quilting Class Discover the art of quilting in our weekly class to learn the basics of quilting and start creating your own beautiful projects. Please bring your own quilting supplies. All skill levels are welcome, and we... |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, May 19, 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, May 19, 2026 4:00 pm |
Kumihimo Friendship Bracelets for Teens Make Kumihimo for Asian American Heritage Month.Kumihimo is a Japanese braiding technique that can be used to be make cords using a circular disk. Learn how to to... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm |
Weekly Art Circle Take some time for your creative pursuits and chat with fellow art-makers in this virtual studio hour. Please bring whatever creative project you're working on, or if you need an art prompt, we will... |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
Yarn Club: Crocheting and Knitting Social Hour Join us in the first-floor meeting room with your latest project to exchange ideas, techniques, and learn new stitches from fellow crafters. |
John Muir Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Play Chess! Join us for a casual game of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces will be provided. No registration needed. |
Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
It's Sew Cool | Es divertido Coser Come learn how to sew or use our sewing machines to finish a project. You can also bring your embroidery, crochet, or knitting project. Please bring your own supplies... |
Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English, Español |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 3:30 pm |
Pokémon Club Become an elite Pokémon Trainer!Develop the skills to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game by battling your Pokémon against your opponents! Cards will be provided. Beginners are welcome. In addition, participate in... |
Panorama City Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Games English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 3:30 pm |
Art As Play! Explore process art with a wide variety of materials as we design and create art for fun. All children and their caregivers are welcomed. |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm |
AAPI/Jewish American Heritage Month Crafts Celebrate AAPI and Jewish American Heritage Month with a joint crafts program. We will be folding paper origami cranes and making Star of David tissue... |
Memorial Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
I Am... Vision Board Craft Children will be able to create their own affirmation board or paper person, using their own creativity and fostering positive self- image through art, with "I am" affirmations. |
Washington Irving Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Stitch Society Mini Pillow Learn to sew a mini pillow! |
Atwater Village Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Retro Paper Folding for Teens Join us to make zines, cootie catchers, and puzzle purses! Learn how to create funky little paper masterpieces you can use to write notes to your friends or treasure as priceless works... |
Robertson Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Chalk Drawing for Teens Join us for this designing, interactive, Art experience! You will learn strategies and techniques for using chalk drawing to create your own personal artwork. All supplies will be provided. |
Central Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, May 20, 2026 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Sewing Basics In this introductory lesson, participants will get hands-on experience with our sewing machines and learn the basics needed to begin their own projects! These include, but are not limited to: winding bobbins,... |
Central Library | Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
B.Y.O. Needle Arts Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or hand-stitching projects to the library and enjoy a relaxing hour crafting and chatting with other needle-art fans.Limited supplies are available for practicing... |
Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Adult Coloring Explore your creative side. Join us for a relaxing weekly session filled with friends and fun. All materials are provided free. |
Sherman Oaks Martin Pollard Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, May 21, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Tiny Terrariums Design, assemble, and learn to care for your very own self-sustaining terrarium. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Thu, May 21, 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 |