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Tue, Jun 02, 2026 4:00 pm |
Magic Show Magician Dave Cox presents a magic show for kids! |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 06, 2026 11:00 am |
Natural Dye - Working Sustainably With Local Plants Join Waldorf Handwork Educator Brie Wakeland Muszynski for a hands-on workshop on how to sustainably create beautiful naturally dyed fabric... |
Lincoln Heights Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Sat, Jun 06, 2026 2:00 pm |
Marionette Magic With Franklin Haynes Marionettes Join Franklin Haynes Marionettes as they open the 2026 Summer Library series with their variety puppet show, "Marionette Magic!" This isn't a... |
Palisades Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 08, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Make Art With Art Bots Learn about circuits and create a robot that makes art! Participants will be some of the first to receive prizes for signing up for the Library's Annual Summer Reading Challenge. |
Eagle Rock Branch Library | Kids |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM English |
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Mon, Jun 08, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm |
Film Screening: Black Panther In honor of Juneteenth, join us for a screening of the film Black Panther, which celebrates Black excellence, heritage, joy, and imagination. |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Film English |
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Tue, Jun 09, 2026 10:30 am |
L.A. Rams Storytime Join us for the L.A. Rams Storytime! The Rams Cheerleaders will read the Ram's Children's book, Ride With Rampage, which is about a journey with the Rams mascot, Rampage, riding on a Rams double-... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
Storytimes & Read Alouds 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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Tue, Jun 09, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Start Summer With Micah the Magician Kick off your summer with an exciting performance by Micah the Magician! Micah will deliver a highly interactive magic show where the audience members take center stage.... |
Westwood Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jun 09, 2026 4:00 pm |
Lifestyles of the Squishy & Slimy Children experience marine life up-close and personal with our live tidepool animals, specimens and colorful puppets. Sea stars and preserved sharks are just some of the animals... |
Fairfax Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Tue, Jun 09, 2026 4:00 pm |
Learn About the Scotland Bagpipes Bagpiper John McLean Allan will give a brief history of this unique instrument and how its usage influenced the culture and tradition of Scotland. Learn how the bagpipe works... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Teens |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jun 09, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
The Wonderful World of El Ropo Join us for our Summer With the Library kick off program! El Ropo will be here to entertain everyone from kids, teens, to adults with his fun humor and amazing magic tricks! Don't... |
Echo Park Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jun 09, 2026 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Magic and Fun With Wayne Kawamoto Join us for magic and fun with Wayne Kawamoto! Wayne presents an entertaining magic show that combines music, audience interaction, and comedy. Most important is Wayne's message... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Teens |
Games, Music & Performances English |
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Tue, Jun 09, 2026 5:00 pm |
Teen Craft Corner: Summer With the Library Calling all teens! Come join summer with the library and get a free pencil pouch for signing up. Put your personal stamp on it during our decorate-your-bag program... |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jun 10, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Amazing Dave's Fantastic Magic Show Join us for an exciting and unforgettable experience at Amazing Dave's comedy, magic, and juggling show as we kick off the 2026 Summer With the Library. Watch as... |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Wed, Jun 10, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Feeling the Spirit of the Drum With the Konga Kid Connect with your inner drumming spirit and your fellow percussionists in a lively drum circle. West African and Cuban drums such as the djembe, ashiko... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 11, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:20 pm |
Illusions by Allen Straight from the world-famous Magic Castle, Allen presents an outstanding, well polished act with astonishing sleight of hand and fun comedy for all ages. Lots of new tricks like the amazing floating... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Thu, Jun 11, 2026 3:30 pm |
Summer & World Cup Kick Off We're kicking off Summer With the Library and FIFA World Cup season!Sign up for this year's summer reading program and get a free pencil pouch.... |
Silver Lake Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Thu, Jun 11, 2026 4:15 pm |
Fiesta in Mexico Join dancer and educator Alina Mendez for a fiesta! Celebrate the Mexican heritage of Los Angeles with music, stories, and dance. Alina will share beautiful costumes, dolls, and other items during an... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 13, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Learn the Art of Pickling and Fermentation Let's Get in a Pickle Together! is a friendly hands-on pickling workshop, introducing folks to basic concepts in fermentation and vinegar pickling for... |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jun 13, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Free Classical Guitar Concert Guitarist and composer Taro Wayama will be joined by violinist David Lee Ruest for a program of varied musical selections. Join us in the library's Meeting Room for a free live... |
Cypress Park Branch Library | Teens, Adults |
Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jun 13, 2026 2:00 pm |
American Heroes Music Show Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States with a fun, family-friendly music program featuring songs about American heroes and historical figures.Kids and families will explore... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
History & Genealogy, Music & Performances English |
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Mon, Jun 15, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
LGBTQIA Coloring Pages Join us for a creative, inclusive, and relaxing coloring activity that celebrates diversity, self-love, and pride. |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 4:00 pm |
Pride Friendship Bracelets for Teens Show your pride by making a friendship bracelet for yourself or to trade! We will provide everything you need to make the ultimate friendship bracelets. This... |
Los Feliz Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 16, 2026 4:00 pm |
Teen Craft Corner Calling all teens! Come join summer with the library and get a free pencil pouch for signing up. Put your personal stamp on it during our decorate-your-bag program or make a card for a loved one. |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jun 17, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Scratch-Art Rainbow Bookmarks Create an LGBTQIA+ pride-inspired rainbow scratch bookmark by drawing vibrant designs on special paper. All supplies provided. Ages 7 to 18 are advised. |
John Muir Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies 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 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
Indigenous Futrism: 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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Tue, Jun 23, 2026 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Movie Screening: Zootopia 2 Calling all predators, prey, and everyone in between! Get ready to go wild at the Westwood Library for a special screening of Zootopia 2. Join Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde as they return... |
Westwood Branch Library | Kids |
Film English |
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Wed, Jun 24, 2026 4:00 am to 5:00 am |
Vietnamese Spring Rolls Vietnamese Spring Rolls are scrumptious and a healthy choice of food. They are served with cold (not fried) and filled with fresh crunchy vegetables, herbs, rice noodles and wrapped in rice... |
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Sensory Friendly English |
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Wed, Jun 24, 2026 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Teen Game Day Play a variety of card games, board games, and trivia challenges while hanging out with friends. There is a game for everyone, regardless of whether you enjoy strategy, competitiveness, or just having fun.... |
John Muir Branch Library | Teens |
Games English |
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Wed, Jun 24, 2026 4:00 pm |
Learn How to Ferment Your Veggies Join us in celebrating Central Library's 100th birthday! Please bring the family and learn about fermenting your veggies. We will provide useful tricks and tips for making fun... |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Thu, Jun 25, 2026 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
CrEATive Plate Kids Cooking Class Let's have some fun creating a new recipe for the Summer! Kids and their caregivers are invited to join us on a unique culinary adventure with special guests from... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids, Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness 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, violinst, presents a variety of musical selections ranging from Renaissance through 20th century and folk/world... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
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 |
Lotería Join us for Family Game Day! Lotería is a traditional Mexican board game of chance, similar to Bingo. |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Games English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Korean Mini-Kimbaps Making Class Discover the joy of making Korean mini-kimbap! In this interactive, hands-on class, you will learn how to prepare, assemble, and roll these colorful, nutritious seaweed... |
Westwood Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
How to Draw Superheroes Animation professional Evan Burse will demonstrate how to draw a superhero, and then do an actual drawing lesson for participants. Evan has worked the following popular animated shows: Teen... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm |
Robot Building & Other Animatronics With Paul Thompson Bot builder Paul Thompson will showcase his entertainment robot creations and animatronics based on popular film and TV characters.... |
Sylmar Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, STEM 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 |
LEGO® Block Party Join us for LEGO® Block Playtime for kids and families (Open Table). Use your imagination to create items to leave at the library for display.LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies, which does... |
Woodland Hills Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 02, 2026 4:00 pm |
Vietnamese Spring Roll Making Class With Emmy Lam Join us as we learn how to make Vietnamese spring rolls! Vietnamese spring rolls are scrumptious and a healthy choice of food. They are... |
Malabar Branch Library | Teens |
Health & Wellness English |
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Mon, Jul 06, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Button Making Join us for this fun program where you'll create your own buttons for you to wear or share. |
Junipero Serra Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Tue, Jul 07, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Stress Buster For Teens: DIY Mini Zen Garden Join us for a hands-on workshop where mindfulness meets crafting! This program combines an informal, open conversation about managing teen stress with... |
Westwood Branch Library | Teens |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies English |
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Wed, Jul 08, 2026 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Bubble Magic With Bubblemania Join us for a fun bubble show by Bubblemania and explore the science of bubbles.This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles. |
Vermont Square Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
STEM English |
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Thu, Jul 09, 2026 4:00 pm |
Bubble Fun Join Millie for her bubble show! In this fun and interactive show, Millie features all types of bubbles: little bubbles, big bubbles, square bubbles, silly bubbles, a bubble car wash, and everyone gets to be INSIDE a... |
Northridge Branch Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids |
STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 10:00 am to 4:30 pm |
Central Library Centennial Festival Save the date! Celebrate Central Library’s 100th birthday with a full day of special events and festivities!Admission is free. Tickets are not required but are highly... |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors, Lectures, Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Grow Your Own Food Whether you are a first-time gardener or a seasoned green thumb, join urban farmer and educator Elliott Kuhn for an in-depth presentation on how you can start your own journey from seed to table.... |
Porter Ranch Branch Library | Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Health & Wellness English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 2:00 pm |
Postcards From the Robots Get ready to meet real-life robots and animatronics! See how they move, learn how they’re built, and discover the cool tricks artists use to bring them to life. With live demonstrations,... |
West Valley Regional Branch Library | Kids |
STEM English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 3:00 pm |
Let's Get in a Pickle Together! Join us for a hands-on pickling workshop and enjoy an introduction to basic concepts in fermentation and vinegar pickling for the home kitchen. L.A. based Chinese American... |
Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library | Adults |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Health & Wellness English |