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Adult 101: Public Speaking

In-Person Program
2026-08-27 17:00:00 2026-08-27 18:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Adult 101: Public Speaking Having trouble with public speaking? You’re not alone! Join us to learn some of the basics for compelling presentations and get experience with a welcoming audience. We’ll discuss best practices and help you refine your approach. For ages 13 – 17. City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Thursday, August 27
5:00pm - 6:00pm

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City Terrace Library

Meeting Room

Having trouble with public speaking? You’re not alone! Join us to learn some of the basics for compelling presentations and get experience with a welcoming audience. We’ll discuss best practices and help you refine your approach. For ages 13 – 17.

This program is part of LA County Library's My Brother's Keeper program and features an MBK Peer Advocate as a co-host and youth mentor. Funding is provided by the LA County Department of Public Health. 

Parents and guardians: Please be aware that refreshments will be served at this program. A list of ingredients will be available. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Conversations |

TAGS: | My Brother’s Keeper | Adult 101 |

City Terrace Library
Phone: 323.261.0295
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Mon, Jul 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 23 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 26 Closed
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About the branch

City Terrace Library has been at its present location since 1979. In 2009, the library was refurbished with the support of Gloria Molina, Supervisor of the First District, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.

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