Trailblazers in Conversation: Patrisse Cullors and Angela Davis

Thu, Nov 12, 9:30am - 10:00am

Hermosa Beach Library

Build your baby’s pre-literacy, cognitive, and motor skills while enjoying songs, rhymes, and movement. For ages 0 - 2 years with caregiver.

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Thu, Nov 12, 10:15am - 10:45am

Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Thu, Nov 12, 10:15am - 10:45am

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 12, 10:15am - 10:45am

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Thu, Nov 12, 10:15am - 10:45am

West Covina Library

Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 18 months and their parent or caregiver.

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Library for All - In person program

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Agoura Hills Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sunkist Library - Meeting Room

Let's learn about Thanksgiving and what it means to be thankful! Let's make a fun holiday themed door decoration that will be fun to hang at home! For adults with all abilities and their caregivers.

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hawthorne Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norwalk Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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The Power of Positive Parenting - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 10:50am

La Cañada Flintridge Library

Join us for a morning storytime designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby’s pre-literacy, cognitive, and motor skills while enjoying songs, rhymes, and movement. For ages 0 - 18 months.

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Hollydale Library

Join us to learn about the power of positive parenting and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of 3-12.

Beaded Corn - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Lancaster Library

In celebration of Native American Heritage Month join us for a reading of the Legend of the Three Sisters of the Iroquois and the Cherokee and make some beaded corn! For children ages 3 - 5 years with an adult caregiver.

Play & Explore! - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play. A large variety of engaging toys/materials will be available. For infants and toddlers ages 0-5 with a parent or caregiver.

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Creation Station - In-Person

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:45am

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a morning of fall themed open-ended art and crafting. We will provide art and crafting materials, you bring your imagination. For ages 2 - 5 with parent or caregiver.

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Los Nietos Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn social and emotional skills and develop fine and gross motor skills in our program and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 0 - 3.

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Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

San Fernando Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

La Puente Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

La Verne Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Rainbow Parenting & Family Program: Self-Portrait Art Activity - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library

Join us and help your child create a self-portrait using chipboard people cut outs. For ages 3 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Fiber Arts Meetup - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Got a tech question? We’ve got you covered! Stop by our Basic Drop-In Tech Help sessions for basic one-on-one assistance with your devices and digital questions, with no appointment needed. For adults.

Thu, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room

Come and get crafty with us! Whether your jam is crochet, knitting, embroidery, or another fiber art, bring your current project and work with other fiber artists. All skill levels are welcome! For Adults.

Native American Heritage Month: Corn Husk Dolls - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

El Monte Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by creating your own corn husk doll. While supplies last. For adults.

Digital Drop-In: Libby, Hoopla & Kanopy

Thu, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Whittier Library - Teen Study Room

Come in and have your librarian lead you through the process of downloading free eBooks, audiobooks, tv shows and from Libby, Hoopla and Kanopy. For Adults.

MakMo Sewing a Tote Bag

Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Combine creativity and sustainability by learning to sew a tote bag you can use year after year. For teens.

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Teen Advisory Board & Rock Painting - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For teens ages 13-17.

The Source: Resource Event for the Unhoused and Housing Insecure - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Florence Library

Resources and personal, one-on-one assistance for housing, mental health care, vaccines, food aid, and more.

Corn: An American Native - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

West Hollywood Library - Children's Theater

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Thu, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

It’s Native American Heritage Month and time to learn about corn! Trace its journey shaping Indigenous cultures from the Pueblo people of the American Southwest to the Creek, Cherokee, & Iroquois. Then construct your own ear of corn. For ages 5 - 12.

Mystery Book Club - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Join Culver City Julian Dixon Library's Mystery Book Club to discuss The Murder at the Vicarage by Agatha Christie. For adults.

Native American Heritage Month: Pottery of Maria Martinez - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about Pueblo potter Maria Martinez, from San Ildefonso Pueblo, famous for her distinctive black-on-black ceramics. Then try your own coil pot using air dry clay. For ages 6 - 12.

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Adult 101: Credit and Credit Card Basics - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Topanga Library - Meeting Room

Ever wanted to know how credit cards work, how to get one and how to use it responsibly? Stop by the library to learn all about credit cards so you can start building your credit score and manage your credit like a pro! For teens ages 12 - 18.

Harry Potter Book Club - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room

Welcome to the Harry Potter Book Club! Today we will be discussing Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. We will be making a sorcerer's stone, remembralls, and flying keys. Fun activities await! Costumes are welcomed. For ages 10 - 14.

Paper Sunflowers, Inspired by Van Gogh - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Westlake Village Library

Join us as we learn about Vincent Van Gogh's Sunflowers, a famous series of still-life paintings created in the late 1880s, and create our own sunflowers from strips of paper. Ages 5 - 12 with adult caregiver.

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Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Sewing Basics - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

San Fernando Library - Meeting Room

Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Sewing Basics - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Paracord and Survival Knots - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sunkist Library - Meeting Room

Are you a resourceful, hands-on teen? Join us as we learn different knots, make our own paracord creation, and discover how the right knot can be useful for camping, survival, and everyday life! For teens ages 12 - 18.

Financial Savvy for Teens - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Masao W. Satow Library - Study Room

School is challenging, studying doesn't have to be. Come to our study hall sessions at the library for free access to WiFi and space to get some work done. For teens, ages 13 - 17.

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Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Manhattan Beach Library

Want to spend money effectively and track where it comes from and where it goes? Learn the basics of budgeting and tips to help you stay within your budget. This is part of our Adult 101 series of programs for teens. For ages 12 - 17.

Adult 101: Nutrition and Fitness - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Woodcrest Library

Food Can Be Fun! Want to eat healthier, but don't like boring food? Come by your library and learn ways to make healthy and fun snacks. Develop realistic eating habits that will enable you to sustain good health for a lifetime. For ages 12 - 18.

My Hair, My Style: Sewing Workshop - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carson Library - Meeting Room

Join us as we talk about hair discrimination in Native and African American cultures as well as the movement to remove these biases from school and work.

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Celebrate & Create: Native American Heritage Month

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a special day honoring Native American Heritage Month!

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Adult 101: Social Etiquette - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

Found yourself hesitating on how to follow up in a conversation or worried about how to make a good first impression? Stop by the library to learn more about social etiquette and tips on what you can do in some social situations. For ages 12 - 18.

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DINOvember: STEAM Amber Activity

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Compton Library

Join us as we learn about amber fossil science and create your own model to replicate how an insect was trapped millions of years ago in sap from a tree. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

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Embroidered Photo Frames

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Bring your bestie and take a photo together, then learn how to embroider a felt photo frame using an embroidery needle and floss. For tweens and teens ages 12 – 18.

Wow! That's Stem: Catapults - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

La Cañada Flintridge Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon workshop presented by the team from WOW! That's STEM. We will build catapults out of popsicle sticks and rubber bands and learn about Newton's laws of motion! For children ages 6 - 12.

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Adult 101: Stress Management - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Maywood Library

Tired of being stressed out? Take a break and join us as we create our own stress balls and learn other healthy ways to effectively reduce stress. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

La Verne Library - Meeting Room

Join the Teen Advisory Board!

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Native American Heritage Month: Tlingit Formline Art - In-person program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

East Los Angeles Library

Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn basic reading or writing in Spanish? Students will learn the sounds of the alphabet, read and write simple words, and learn writing skills in Spanish. For adults.

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lynwood Library - Meeting Room

Native Americans from the Pacific Northwest, such as the Tlingit, utilize formline and ovoid shapes in their art. We will create an image of an animal using elements and shapes of formline art. For children ages 5 - 12 and their caregivers.

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Adult 101: Etiquette Essentials

Thu, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Join etiquette expert Jules Martinez Hirst to learn to navigate social situations with grace, respect, and ease. From dining to everyday interactions, this session provides practical tools students can use immediately.

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Ukelele for Youth - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room

Anyone can learn to play ukelele in less than 5 minutes. That's right! Come on in and strum along with all the beginners who share the same interest as you. This program runs monthly until March 2027. For ages 14 - 17

Native American Heritage Month: Sunflower Bracelets - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Are you interested in making a difference in your library and community? Would you like to earn community service hours while having fun? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 14 - 17.

Thu, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lake Los Angeles Library

Join us to celebrate Native American History Month as we make sunflower bracelets. For ages 5 -12 with caregiver.

PBS SoCal: Math + Feelings - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an engaging three-part series where we'll explore essential skills that lay the foundation for young children's math learning and their social and emotional growth. Ages 2-5 years

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Native American Heritage Month: DIY Clay Pots - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about the history of pottery in Southern California tribes such as the Mojave and the Quechan (Yuma). Then make your own pot or bowl by using model magic clay. For teens ages 13-17.

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Tough Topics for Teens: Fentanyl and Opioid Abuse - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn about fentanyl and how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose. We’ll cover basics on opioids and overdose prevention and discuss strategies and resources to support teens and families affected by opioid abuse. For ages 13-17.

Smart Start: Play and Explore - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Come join us for a time of play, curiosity, and creativity! Play helps your child’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us!

Registration is now closed

Native American Food Sovereignty: Plant a Chia Seed - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, join us in highlighting how Native communities are taking control over their food sources and production by revitalizing traditional, healthy, and localized food sources. For adults, ages 18+.

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Hello Kitty® and Friends Embroidery Workshop - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Topanga Library

Learn simple embroidery stitches while creating a personalized piece inspired by your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character. While supplies last. For adults 18+. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.

Painting the Yucca Way: Yucca Paintbrush and Ochre Painting - In-Person Event

Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sorensen Library - Meeting Room

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, join us as Lazaro Arvizu tells us the story of foothill Yucca. We will learn to create a paintbrush from yucca leaves and paint on watercolor paper with red ochre. For ages 5 – 12 and their adult caregiver

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Raising Confident, Competent Children - In-Person Event

Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room

Learn tips on how to raise confident, competent children and explore strategies to try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12.

Registration is now closed

Trailblazers in Conversation with A Bill of Rights for Our Future

Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Program

Join LA County Library and Hispanas Organized for Political Equality (HOPE) for a thought provoking conversation about the inspiration behind A Bill of Rights for Our Future.

Learn Basic Tech Day 3 - 3 Day Tech Training

Fri, Nov 13, 9:00am - 11:00am

Virtual Program

Join us for a free training, designed to help you build essential digital skills. Whether you're just getting started or want to feel more confident with everyday tech, our friendly instructors will guide you step-by-step. Perfect for all beginners.

Adult Conversation Club 成人会话俱乐部 - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 10:00am - 10:45am

West Covina Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

This event is full

Fri, Nov 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Temple City Library - Meeting Room

Join us for conversation club. Each meeting will provide new English learners with the chance to practice English with other adults on different topics. 加入我们的英语会话俱乐部。俱乐部为英语初学者提供练习英语口语的机会。For Adults.

Smart Start: Baby Band - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 10:15am - 10:45am

Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us!

Moving and Grooving - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 10:15am - 10:45am

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Move to the groove with music, songs, and stories. Music and movement activities help young children develop gross motor, cognitive, social, and language skills. For ages 2 - 5 with an adult caregiver.

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Fri, Nov 13, 10:15am - 10:45am

Wiseburn Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 4 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room

With your baby on your lap, enjoy bonding through favorite old and new nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs, and age-appropriate books. For ages 0 - 24 months with an adult caregiver. *Please note: We will be closed November 27, 2026.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawndale Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Carson Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Citizenship Class

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norwalk Library - Study Room B

Learn the English, civics, and history requirements to pass the test to become a United States citizen. This free 10-week class is taught in English. Instruction provided by Saahas for Cause. For Adults.

Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hawaiian Gardens Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Group Study Room

New parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your new baby and learn about all the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new parents/families in the community.

Baby Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Woodcrest Library

Join us for multiple stations of age-appropriate toys, art supplies, and more - that help children boost school readiness skills through play, curiosity, and creativity, while bonding with family. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Westlake Village Library

Join us for a storytime designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby's pre-literacy, cognitive, and motor skills while enjoying songs, rhymes, and movement. For ages 0 - 2 with a parent or caregiver.

Beginners Tech Club - Session #4 - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Carson Library - Meeting Room

Learn the basics of Microsoft Windows under the patient and expert guidance of Phil Newell of the Seniors Tech Club. Find out how to email, to download, what files are, how the cloud works, and how to stay safe on the Internet. For adults.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

La Cañada Flintridge Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy a morning storytime with your baby and build their early learning skills through stories, rhymes, and gentle movement. For ages 0 - 18 months with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

South El Monte Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Artesia Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Duarte Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 3 and caregivers.

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

This event is full

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lynwood Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Paramount Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bell Express Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

West Covina Library

Please join us for a Parent Café, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian. For parents and caregivers, ages 18+.

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Avalon Library

Rainbow Parenting & Family Program: Self-Portrait Art Activity - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Rosemead Library - Meeting Room

Join us and help your child create a self-portrait. When they are done, talk to them about what makes them special and unique - a perfect way to boost their self-esteem & celebrate individuality! For ages 3 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Westlake Village Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Artesia Library - Meeting Room

Please join us for a Parent Café, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian.

Classical Guitar Concert - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

The Pepperdine Guitar Department presents a concert featuring musicians studying with world-renowned classical guitar virtuoso Christopher Parkening. For adults.

The Power of Positive Parenting - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Maywood Library

Join us to learn about The Power of Positive Parenting and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of 3-12.

Native American Heritage Month Film Screening: Bring Them Home: Aiskótáhkapiyaaya - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Avalon Library

Stop by the library on Tuesdays and Fridays for a small art project. Learn and develop your coloring skills, construction, and STEAM talents as you decorate, build, or craft your own artifact. For ages 4 - 17.

Fri, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawndale Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a screening of Bring Them Home / Aiskótáhkapiyaaya, which tells the story of the reintroduction of buffalo to Blackfeet territory. For ages 18+.

MākMō: Pumpkin Catapult Challenge - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Compete to see who can build the best catapult while learning about engineering and physics and launching pumpkins! For ages 5 -12 with an adult.

Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Native American communities have highly documented genealogical lineages due to their cultural traditions of honoring ancestors as well as their complex histories with colonial powers, the US federal government, and state governments. For adults.

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Sewing Basics - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

El Monte Library - Study Room

Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! New participants are always welcome—bring a friend! For ages 13 – 17.

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Sewing Basics - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hawthorne Library - Meeting Room

Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for the library as you earn community service hours. For ages 13 - 18.

Native American Heritage Month: Rock Your Mocs - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon of gaming. We’ve got your favorite games on Nintendo Switch including Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 and Mario Party. Test your skills, meet up with other gamers and try some new games at the library. For ages 13 – 17.

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Compton Library - Meeting Room

Learn about how different Native American tribes design & embellish their moccasins. Then create your own paper version of moccasins that reflect your own values and cultures. For ages 12-18

Native American Heritage Month: Water Warriors - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Come learn how the Indigenous water activists started a wave of change for clean water. Afterwards, use various craft supplies to create a collage inspired by the water that sustains all life on earth. For ages 5 - 12 and their parent or caregiver.

Fun Family Movie and Art - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

Bring the family to watch "Super Mario Galaxy Movie" and make a movie inspired craft while you watch. The movie is rated PG, recommended for children 7 and up. For ages 5 and up with caregiver. No registration required.

Teen Fridays - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Unwind with us on Friday afternoons as we learn basic ukulele chords and master a handful of songs in a relaxing environment along with other beginners. All equipment will be provided. For ages 12 - 17

Fri, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room

Come hang out in a stress-free space, have some snacks, make new friends and enjoy our teen-centered activities like Wii games, boardgames, music, art, fashion, sports, and more! For ages 14-17

Friends of the Library Book Sale - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Littlerock Library

Join us as our Friends of the Library sells a wide selection of children's, teen, adult, and foreign language books, as well as DVDs, Books on CD, and music CDs.

Friends of the Library Book Sale & Boutique - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 4:30pm

Lawndale Library

Join us for a drop-in open craft time. No instructions, no specific project, no plan! Make whatever you want! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. For ages 5 - 12.

Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Join us as our Friends of the Library sells a wide selection of children's, teen, adult, and non-fiction books, as well as DVDs, Books on CD, and music CDs. Fill a bag for $10 or a box for $20. We accept PayPal, Zelle, Cash or Check

Friends of the Library Book Sale - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Rowland Heights Library

Join us as our Friends of the Library sells a wide selection of children's, teen, adult, and foreign language books, as well as DVDs, Books on CD, and music CDs. $10 a bag.

Friends of the Library Book Sale - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Los Nietos Library - Meeting Room

Join us as our Friends of the Library sells a wide selection of children's, teen, adult, and foreign language books, as well as DVDs, Books on CD, and music CDs.

The Business (and Art!) of Publishing with Kait Feldmann & Eden Railsback

Sat, Nov 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun bonding experience with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books! For babies up to 18 months, with their parent or caregiver.

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Sat, Nov 14, 10:15am - 11:15am

Off-Site

Calling all writers: this is the panel for you! No matter where you are in your writing and publishing journey, agent Kait Feldmann and editor Eden Railsback are here to offer insight, wisdom, and best practices to move you forward.

Sat, Nov 14, 10:15am - 10:30am

La Puente Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.

Quartz Hill Gardeners - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Join our monthly book club for an engaging discussion of our latest selection, "There There" by Tommy Orange. 

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Connect with your neighbors and learn about gardening in the Antelope Valley. For adults.

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Pom Pom Hedgehogs for Adults - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Lancaster Library

Autumn is a critical time for the hedgehog as it forages for food in time for hibernation. Join us in creating your own pom pom hedgehog out of yarn - no foraging required! While supplies last. For ages 18 and over.

Noteworthy Puppets - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Carson Library

Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 0 - 3 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hermosa Beach Library

See the timeless tale of The Three Little Pigs come to life with handmade puppets and original songs by Noteworthy Puppets. For ages 2-5 with their parent or caregiver.

Awareness & Preparedness: Be Disaster Ready – Storm Preparedness - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library

Stay informed and ready for Southern California’s unpredictable storm season. This program outlines the essential steps to prepare your home and family for heavy rain and potential flooding.

Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Due to cultural traditions of honoring ancestors and the complex histories with colonial powers and the United States federal and state governments, Native American communities have one of the most highly documented genealogical lineages.

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

South El Monte Library

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 24 months and caregivers.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting - In-Person

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm

El Monte Library - Meeting Room

Are you looking for a place to work on your fiber art projects with a fun and supportive group of people? Crochet, embroidery or knitting, our Fiber Arts Club is just the place for you! Please bring your own supplies and materials. For adults.

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Norwalk Library

Do you have fun ideas for teen programs? The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is excited to hear from you! Join us and share your suggestions and voice your opinions for new programs and services.* For Ages 13 - 17.

Páginas y pláticas club de lectura

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Únete a nosotros para una discusión facilitada sobre "El amor en los tiempos de cólera" de Gabriel García Márquez. Para adultos.

Tongva Legends: The Seven Sisters - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

This Native American Heritage Month let's take a journey to the stars. We'll learn about the Tongva legend of the Seven Sisters and be inspired by their escape into the sky. After, build your own machine to sail to the stars. For ages 6 – 12

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The Power of Positive Parenting - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Cudahy Library

Join us to learn about The Power of Positive Parenting and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 -12.

Little Artists - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Live Oak Library - Meeting Room

Unleash your inner artist! Join us for this fun activity that will allow toddlers and their caretakers to explore their creativity. All materials will be provided by the library. For ages 1-5

Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Masao W. Satow Library

Book Party: Turkey Trouble - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

Join us as we celebrate the book 'Turkey Trouble' by Lee Harper with fun activities for toddlers/preschoolers ages 3 - 5.

College Application Bootcamp

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Temple City Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Navigating college applications can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. Join us for a hands-on workspace loaded with resources. Ages 14-17

Understanding A.I., Class 2 - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 1:30pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

Join us for a fun and easy-to-understand AI workshop to demystify artificial intelligence tools and apps. Over a series of three classes, you will learn practical, hands-on uses that will make your life easier and more connected. For adults.

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Adult 101: Perzines - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

A perzine is a DIY mini magazine that is reflective of you. Come by the library and make one with us. This activity will focus on building confidence and self-esteem. We’ll supply the materials; you supply the inspiration! For teens ages 13-17.

Teen Advisory Board Adult 101: Nutrition - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room

Our Teen Advisory Board project for November is to learn how you can obtain the essential nutrients your body needs to stay healthy by making good food choices! You will also take home a microgreen growing kit to create your own vegetable garden.

Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Avalon Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm

San Fernando Library

Join us to learn about Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. For parents and caregivers of 3 - 12.

Write It With Your Whole Chest with Roxane Gay

Sat, Nov 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Off-Site

Join LA County Librarian and Director, Dr. Skye Patrick, as she sits down with the inimitable Roxane Gay to discuss the power of storytelling.

Adult 101: Gift Wrapping on a Budget - In-Person

Sat, Nov 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Florence Library

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 5 and caregivers.

Sat, Nov 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Norwalk Library - Meeting Room

Learn how to create neat and creative gift wrapping without overspending. * For ages 13 - 17.

Sat, Nov 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Maywood Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Avalon Library

Please join us for a Parent Café, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian.

Book Signing - Roxane Gay

Sat, Nov 14, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Compton Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 14, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Off-Site

Roxane Gay will be signing copies of her books.

The Joy of Writing: Exploring the Art of Storytelling w/Gabrielle Civil, Jazz Smollet, & Alice Wynne

Sat, Nov 14, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Off-Site

From cookbooks to archives, zines to poetry, join us to explore how the written form can be an outlet for your interests and passions.

Native American Heritage Month: The Science Of Microbes - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room

In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, join us in learning the life, legacy and impact of Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte, America's first Native American physician! And let's explore microbiology that blends food, art and STEM!

Dino West Adventure - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Woodcrest Library

Experience a prehistoric adventure with hands-on fossil activities, fun games, and an exciting live show. Meet adorable baby dinosaurs and discover the world of dinosaurs like never before! For ages 5 - 12, accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Compton Library - Meeting Room

Due to cultural traditions of honoring ancestors and complex histories with colonial powers and the United States federal and state governments, Native American communities have one of the most highly documented genealogical lineages. For ages 18+.

Honoring the Strawberry: Recipe Journals - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

La Verne Library - Meeting Room

The strawberry has been an important part of many Native American Cultures. Learn a little about the role the Strawberry plays in Native American Culture, decorate a recipe journal and get a few traditional native strawberry recipes to try at home.

Caffeinated Verse: Poetry Open Mic - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Join Malibu Poet Laureate Charlotte Ward to hear readings of original pieces written by local poets and bring a poem of your own to read during the open mic. For adults.

Book Signing - Gabrielle Civil

Sat, Nov 14, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Off-Site

Gabrielle Civil will be signing copies of her books.

Book Signing - Jazz Smollett

Sat, Nov 14, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Off-Site

Jazz Smollett will be signing copies of her book.

Book Signing - Sheila Kuehl

Sat, Nov 14, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Off-Site

Sheila Kuehl will be signing copies of her book.

STEM Saturday: Brick Building Challenge! - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hawthorne Library - Meeting Room

Faster! Taller! Wider! Join us to learn about engineering structures. Then use mini bricks to build amazing structures and challenge your friends. For ages 5 - 12 with a caregiver.

Native American Heritage Month: Pueblo Storytelling Dolls - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Drop by the Pico Rivera Library for an afternoon of gaming with your friends! We have video games on the Nintendo Switch and board games to play. Check out our teen D&D group which is always open to new adventurers. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Artesia Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about the Pueblo Storytelling Dolls. We will read a story, talk about storytelling, and make our own storytelling dolls to take home. For ages 5-12 with a parent or caregiver.

Kids Art Studio - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Walnut Library - Meeting Room

Express yourself by creating your own masterpiece and learn about different styles of art and artists. Artwork will be displayed at various library locations in a Traveling Art Exhibit in 2027*. For kids ages 8-12.

Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!

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Adult 101: Building Self-Esteem - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Gardena Mayme Dear Library

Come to the library and create a mini-me reflective of you. This activity will focus on building confidence and self-esteem. We'll supply the materials. You supply the inspiration. For ages 13 - 17.

Wood Slice Sunset Art - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate the longer evenings and paint a sunset on a wood slice. Learn color blending and painting techniques as you create your art. For ages 13 - 17.

Native American Pottery Workshop with Rowan Harrison - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Manhattan Beach Library

Learn about traditional Pueblo pottery of the Southwest, then create your own hand-coiled pottery form using clay and ceramic tools. Creations will be fired offsite in a kiln and returned to the library. For adults.

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Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Charter Oak Library

Meet the Author, Wendelin Van Draanen - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon with Wendelin Van Draanen, an international-award-winning, bestselling author of more than thirty novels including FLIPPED, which became a Rob Reiner directed Warner Brothers feature film. For ages 13+

Saturday Art Surprise - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Duarte Library - Meeting Room

Come be creative with us! What will we make? Will it be a multi-media collage? Will we decorate journal covers? Come find out! All supplies will be provided. For ages 5 to 17.

Native American Heritage Month: Beading Workshop - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month and learn about Native American beadwork. Then try your hand at beading to create a Huichol-inspired suncatcher. For adults

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Wow! That's STEM: Hydraulic Crane - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Temple City Library - Meeting Room

Explore the science of hydraulics and think like an engineer as you design, build, test, and improve your crane in this fun, hands-on STEM challenge. For ages 6 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

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Art Adventures for Toddlers - In-Person Event

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

East Los Angeles Library

Explore your child's creativity, socialize, and make new friends!

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room

Build your child’s preliteracy, social skills and motor skills with hands on activities. From blocks to puppets, different activity stations will be available for children to explore. For children ages 0 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

The Anatomy of a Phenomenon with Taylor Jenkins Reid

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services. For ages 13 - 17

Sat, Nov 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Off-Site

Join LA County Librarian and Director, Dr. Skye Patrick, in conversation with bestselling author, Taylor Jenkins Reid, for a discussion on her popular works and what makes a book pop.

Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room

Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style. Create a fuse bead design inspired by Kuromi™ and her friends, then turn it into a keychain, magnet, or a fun keepsake. For ages 8 - 17. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.

Film Screening: Shanghai Triad - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 2:30pm - 4:15pm

Rosemead Library

In 1930s Shanghai, a naive country boy is drawn into the glamorous yet dangerous world of a powerful crime boss and his nightclub singer mistress. Zhang Yimou's Shanghai Triad (1995) explores ambition, betrayal, and power. For adults.

Postcard: Watercolor Fall Wreath - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Create a charming fall wreath postcard, then add a heartfelt note for someone special. Put a personal touch on your autumn greetings!. Supplies will be provided: one postcard per individual. For adults.

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Illuminated Text - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Westlake Village Library

Taking inspiration from medieval manuscripts, we will create our own decorative text initial. For adults

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Adult 101: Self-Esteem Building - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

Come join us for an afternoon of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn preliteracy, social skills, and motor skills through hands on activity and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 1 - 4 with caregiver.

Sat, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

San Gabriel Library

Learn about building confidence and self-esteem. Afterwards, create a miniature bobblehead of yourself. Remember there is only one of you! For ages 12 - 17

Book Signing - Taylor Jenkins Reid

Sat, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Off-Site

Taylor Jenkins Reid will be signing copies of her books.

Shelf Awareness: Where Book Trends are Headed with Olivie Blake, Tod Goldberg, & Bridget Morrissey

Sat, Nov 14, 3:45pm - 4:45pm

Off-Site

What's hot on your bookshelf right now? Join our panel of experts to explore the newest tropes and trends popping up on our shelves and TBR piles!

Painting the Way: Yucca Paintbrush and Ochre Painting Workshop - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room

Indigenous history comes alive in this artistic workshop where you will learn about the foothill Yucca by making your own paintbrush out of yucca leaves and painting your own masterpiece with red ochre paint.

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WOW! That's STEM: Propeller Powered Helicopter - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

El Monte Library - Meeting Room

Interested in STEM? Join us as we learn more about Science Technology Engineering and Math! Have fun with creating a Propeller Powered Helicopter! While supplies last. For children, ages 6 - 13.

Adult 101: Life Skills for Teens - In-person Program

Sat, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Artesia Library - Meeting Room

Do you do your own laundry? Can you decode laundry symbols? Join us in learning some of the basics of laundry care and keep your clothes looking new and smelling good! For teens ages 13 - 18.

Book Signing - Cindy Schweich Handler

Sat, Nov 14, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Off-Site

Cindy Schweich Handler will be signing copies of her book.

Fall (Back) In Love with Reading with Cindy Schweich Handler & Mary Williams

Sat, Nov 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Off-Site

Remember when reading came easy and you could lose yourself in a book for hours? What happened? We'll discuss starting new habits, eliminating distractions, and making reading your new old favorite thing to do.

Book Signing - Olivie Blake

Sat, Nov 14, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Off-Site

Olivie Blake will be signing copies of her books.

Book Signing - Tod Goldberg

Sat, Nov 14, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Off-Site

Tod Goldberg will be signing copies of his books.

Book Signing - Bridget Morrissey

Sat, Nov 14, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Off-Site

Bridget Morrissey will be signing copies of her books.

Topanga Actors Company Presents: Chilling Tales - In-Person Program

Sun, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Topanga Library - Meeting Room

It’s the spooky season! Join Topanga Actors Company for an afternoon of thrills and chills as they bring the stories of Isaac Asimov and David Mitchell to life with readings from 'The Winds of Change' and 'Slade House'. For adults 18+.

Positive Coping Skills For Managing Interpersonal Conflict - LEAP Support Group

Mon, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Sunkist Library

Learn Skills to Improve your Relationships

Welcome to the Library: for Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library

Digital Drop-In: Libby & Kanopy - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Diamond Bar Library - Teen Study Room

Free downloadable audiobooks, music, and streaming videos are waiting for you. Learn how to download and enjoy them on your tv, smartphone, tablet, or computer. For Adults

Wellness Workshop: Creative Tools for Mental Well-Being - LEAP Support Group

Mon, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Willowbrook Library

Mental Health Support Group

The Wellness Lab: Mental Health Education - LEAP Support Group

Mon, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Topanga Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Mon, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

East Los Angeles Library

Mental Health Education for Stress Management and Coping Skills

Animal Portraits - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Woodcrest Library

Reduce, reuse, recycle! Learn about recycling at home and the important role it plays in taking care of our beloved planet. We will then use egg cartons to create fun and colorful animal portraits! For ages 5 - 12.

DIY Book Journal - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Los Nietos Library - Meeting Room

Do you love to tell all your friends about the book you just read? Decorate a personalized book journal to log all your five-star reads, favorite authors, and more! For teens ages 12 - 18.

Sewing for Kids 1: Machine Basics - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Do you want to learn to sew with a sewing machine? Join us for the chance to learn a new skill. You will learn sewing machine basics, cutting safety, and how to sew a straight line. We will be making pillows.

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Thanksgiving Bags - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Let’s get ready by exploring our favorite cookbooks and creating a special shopping bag for all the ingredients we’ll need to make this Thanksgiving extra delicious. For ages 5 - 12.

Traditional Native American Pottery

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn more about the tradition and art form of Native American Pottery! Instructor Rowan Harrison will go over the techniques of making a small pinch pot and using coils and teens will be able to make their own pot.

Native American Heritage Month: Mary Sully, Yankton Dakota Artist - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sorensen Library - Meeting Room

Native American Heritage Month celebrates the culture, contributions, and heritage of Native Americans. For teens, ages 13 - 17.

Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

East Los Angeles Library

Hey Teens! Drop by the Library for an afternoon of gaming. We have a Nintendo Switch and new games like NBA 2K24 and Switch classics like MarioKart 8 Deluxe. We also have a selection of classic board games too! For ages 12 - 18.

Mon, Nov 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

The Power of Positive Parenting - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 16, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Read, Relax & Repeat: A Book Club for Adults - In person program

Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sunkist Library - Meeting Room

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides follows Alicia Berenson, a famous painter who stops speaking after being accused of murdering her husband. Join us as we discuss this gripping thriller! For Adults

Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:45am

Charter Oak Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn social and emotional skills and develop fine and gross motor skills in our Play Day and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children 0 - 5 with caregiver.

Tue, Nov 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun bonding experience with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books! For babies up to 18 months and their parent or caregiver.

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Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Virtual Book Club Discusses "Crux" by Gabriel Tallent - Virtual Program

Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

La Crescenta Library

Join us on Zoom in November as we discuss "Crux" by Gabriel Tallent. We meet weekly on Tuesdays from 11AM-12PM. Contact Marta Wiggins at mwiggins@library.lacounty.gov for your invitation to join the discussion. For Adults

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Masao W. Satow Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fun with Playdough - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 11:45am

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 11:45am

Lake Los Angeles Library

Join us for a fun morning of play and creativity! Support your child's development of pre-literacy, sensory, and motor skills while enjoying some playdough fun! For ages 2 - 5 with caregiver.

Yoga for Toddlers - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 17, 11:15am - 11:45am

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun yoga session with instructor Petra Poschmann! Parents and toddlers will practice basic yoga poses inspired by nature and animals. For ages 0 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Florence Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Colormania: Coloring for Grown Ups - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Live Oak Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Avalon Library

Relax and color with us! We'll have beautiful, intricate patterns, and a mix of colored pencils and gel pens to color with. Coloring for adults is the mindful craze that's sweeping the nation. Come and find out why! For ages 18+.

Yoga at the Library - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Join certified instructor Petra Poschmann for a relaxing and restorative yoga session at the library. For adults.

Reclaiming Your Narrative- Identity and Self Advocacy Group - LEAP Support Group

Tue, Nov 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Lennox Library

In this 8-week group we remind ourselves who we really are outside of all the chaos.

Book Club Chit Chat - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

West Covina Library - Seminar Room

David Rosenfelt's "Dogtripping" is a moving and funny account of a cross-country move from California to Maine, and the beginnings of a dog rescue foundation.

Nonfiction Book Club - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

Join us to discuss 'Brave the Wild River' by Melissa L. Sevigny. Copies available at Customer Service. For adults.

Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn about Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian.

Activity Hour for Kids: Paper Boat Race - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Chet Holifield Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Children's Theater

What makes a boat move? How are ships from hundreds of years ago different from ships today? Learn about the history of sailing and make your own paper boat. Then, race your boat for a prize! Recommended for ages 6 - 12.

Mental Health Promoters - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

San Fernando Library

Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Promoters Program aims to reduce mental health stigma throughout Los Angeles County. For adults.

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Reverse Coloring Page Afternoon - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Avalon Library

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Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Avalon Library

Discover a fun new artistic technique, as we create fun and clever images from surreal paint blobs on a blank paper. For ages 5 - 12.

Adult 101: Building Confidence and Perzines - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Avalon Library

As part of our series addressing teen issues, come learn how to build confidence and esteem. And then stick around to discover how to create your own colorful fold out fanzines! For ages 13 - 17.

Book Party: We Are Water Protectors - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Gardena Mayme Dear Library

Join us to celebrate Native American Heritage Month as we read the book "We Are Water Protectors" by Carole Lindstrom. Learn about some of the issues that tribes face today. Then make a Standing Rock water protector symbol on canvas. For ages 5 - 12.

Fused Glass Pendant Necklaces - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Firework Studio will present a fusible glass workshop. Participants will design a pendant by arranging bits of colored glass. The finished pieces will be fired in a kiln and available for pickup from the library after two weeks. For ages 6 - 12.

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Native American Heritage Month: Pueblo Storyteller Dolls - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Learn about Pueblo Storyteller Dolls and create your own using model magic. In many Native American cultures, oral storytelling is an important tradition that's been documented and preserved in various ways. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregivers.

Teen Advisory Board

Tue, Nov 17, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Graham Library

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Graham Library Teen Advisory Board! For ages 13 - 17

Book Party: Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lancaster Library - Group Study Room

We will discuss this humorous book by James Patterson about Rafe Khatchadorian, who has foolproof plan for the best year ever: Break all the school rules. Then we will create create our own pictures using small sticky notes. For Grades 4 - 8.

Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

Sewing for Kids 2 Projects: Quilted Ornaments - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Have you taken Sewing 1 for Kids Machine Basics and want to expand your sewing skills? Join us for Sewing 2: Projects, where we will make new and interesting projects to expand your sewing knowledge. This month we will make quilted ornaments.

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Nocturnal Animals

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

We're learning about the interconnectedness between humans and animals. Come discover amazing nocturnal animals and build your own mini-habitat for a nocturnal animal of your choice. For ages 5-12.

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Mental Health, Stigma, and Resilience 心理健康與污名化-改變的故事 - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Join us as we explore mental health and stigma, challenge common misconceptions and stereotypes, and learn way to reduce stigma. For adults. 一起來探討心理健康與汙名化，瞭解大眾對心理健康的誤解及標籤，並學會如何消除污名化。歡迎18歲以上的成年人參加。

LACMA- Día de los Muertos Calavera - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Join LACMA to sculpt a clay calavera (skull), as seen in Manuel Álvarez Bravo’s Día de Todos Muertos (1933), in honor of the Día de los Muertos ancestral tradition. For ages 6 and up

Dungeons & Dragons - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Topanga Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn and play the popular role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons. Beginners and experts are welcome. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Native American Heritage Month: Celebrate Maria Martinez - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Westlake Village Library

Legend of The Three Sisters - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Rosemead Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by exploring the Three Sisters legend and creating beaded corn while learning about its cultural significance. For ages 5 - 12.

Water Bottle Holder - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Compton Library - Meeting Room

Join us to prepare for life in the workplace. We’ll cover interview tips and workplace etiquette and guide you to creating a professional resume. We’ll also review available library resources to help you get started. For ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

Stay cool by customizing your own water bottle holder with quotes or pictures from your favorite books. All materials provided. For teens ages 12 - 17.

Fall Celebrations: Faith, Culture, and Community - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Maywood Library

Learn about cultures and faiths around the world through their fall celebrations. Explore food traditions during Rosh Hashanah, Diwali, and the Moon Festival, then use paper to create a plate of foods eaten on special occasions. For ages 8 - 12.

Native American Heritage Month: Baseball Greats - In-person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Cudahy Library

Learn about early Native American baseball players such as Charles Bender (Ojibwe) and John Meyers (Cahuilla). Learn about their incredible moment in the 1911 World Series and design a baseball card for either player. For ages 12 - 17.

Introduction to Watercolor - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Florence Library

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room

Dive into the vibrant world of watercolors with our hands-on workshop designed for teens! Perfect for beginners, this workshop will introduce you to the fundamental techniques of watercolor painting. For teens ages 12 - 18.

It's Not Too Cold for a... Polar Bear - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

San Fernando Library

Journey to the frozen Arctic! Children will discover the amazing plants and animals that survive in one of the coldest environments on Earth. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Beginning Crochet Series - In-person program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Interested in learning how to crochet? Join us for a 4-part series on learning how to crochet using training videos on hoopla. Each part builds on skills learned from the previous event.

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Self Portrait Art - Torn Paper - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Join us as we learn about artists that created self portraits. Then can create your own self portrait using torn paper, glue and creativity. For ages 6 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Make Cards to Brighten Someone’s Day - In-Person

Tue, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Norwalk Library - Meeting Room

November is a time to be thankful and think of others. Join us to create handmade cards filled with positive and uplifting messages for people in the hospital. For ages 13 - 17.

Native American Heritage Month: Paper Corn Door Decor - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Littlerock Library

Learn about the dry-farming techniques of the Hopi and Pueblo peoples, who have cultivated corn in dry desert environments for generations. Then, weave your own paper corn door hanging!

Movie Night: Michael (2026) - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 7:15pm

Lancaster Library

Join us every month for Movie Night, where we watch a wide variety of films, from new releases to beloved classics. Rating: PG-13 - Parents Strongly Cautioned - Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. For adults.

Film Club - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room

A screening of the Marx Bros. "Duck Soup". For adults.

STEAM Stortytime: Dances with Bees! - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Did you know that bees communicate by dancing? Learn about the wiggle dance of bees and how they communicate with their hive. Then program our bee bots to win our waggle dance challenge! Registration required. For ages 5 - 12.

Nailed It!: Watercolor Fall Wreath - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

With all of the amazing DIY projects on the Internet, have you ever tried to recreate one? Let's give it a shot! We'll use watercolors to create our own fall wreath painting. For adults

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Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lynwood Library - Meeting Room

Teen Screen: Addams Family Values - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a teen screening of the film "Addams Family Values." The Addams Family try to rescue their beloved Uncle Fester from his gold-digging new love, a black widow named Debbie. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Artist Spotlight: Crystal Worl - In person program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Sunkist Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about artist Crystal Worl. We will explore her artistic style and make our own art inspired by her work. For ages 13-17.

Autumn Clay Mini Works - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Woodcrest Library

Autumn is the season when the earth begins to cool down and prepare for winter. Learn about this beautiful time of year and afterwards using air dry clay and paint, create your own autumn themed work that you decorate to take home. For ages 18+.

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Teen Art Station - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Teen Study Room

Join us for a stress-free, no-pressure art session where you can draw, paint, and craft. We’ll even provide all the supplies! For teens, ages 13 - 17. Teen Study Room.

Power of Positive Parenting Seminar - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Paramount Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn about The Power of Positive Parenting and explore strategies to try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12.

Paint Night - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Unleash your creativity and create your own masterpiece with acrylic paints! All materials provided. For Adults.

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Table Top Time - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lake Los Angeles Library

Want to play a game? Come to the library for chess, Zilch, Scrabble, Uno and many other options. Bring your friends or make some new ones. For adults.

Art for Adults: Greeting Cards - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

In this session, participants will have the opportunity to create a set of greeting cards using different craft styles. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring one or two old greeting cards you would like to repurpose! For adults.

Paint the Way - Yucca Paintbrush and Ochre Painting - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Bell Gardens Library

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, join us as Lazaro Arvizu tells us the story of foothill Yucca. For ages 5 – 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Native American Heritage Month: Tlingit Formline Art - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Alondra Library

Native Americans from the Pacific Northwest, such as the Tlingit and Haida utilize formline and ovoid shapes in much of their historic and contemporary visual art. Create your own Tlingit inspired art piece. For ages 5 - 12 with adult caregiver.

Death Cafe - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an informal, respectful conversation about death and dying. For adults.

Native American Heritage Month: Rock Your Mocs! - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Los Nietos Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning how different Native American tribes design and embellish their moccasins. Then create a pair of cardstock moccasins of your own to take home! For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Nib Calligraphy Bootcamp - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

San Fernando Library - Meeting Room

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we're reading 'Where They Last Saw Her' by Marcie R. Rendon. Copies of the current title are available at the Information Desk. New members are always welcome! For adults.

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

El Monte Library - Meeting Room

Discover the art of nib calligraphy in this immersive 8-week course designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Elevate your handwriting or explore a new creative outlet! Registration required. For adults.

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Adult Book Club: Lost Journals of Sacajawea - In-Person Program. For Adults

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room

Join the Adult Book Club for a discussion of our latest selection 'Lost Journals of Sacajawea' by Debra Magpie Earling. For Adults

Book Club: The Berry Pickers - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Join the Pico Rivera Library Book Club as we discuss the bestselling novel The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters for Native American Heritage Month. For adults.

Naughty Novel Society Romance eBook Club: Bad Boy Era by Amy Daws - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lawndale Library - Conference Room

Explore the Romance genre and learn about all the digital resources the library has to offer with this unique book club. We will be primarily utilizing the free digital resources Libby and Hoopla with limited hard copies available. For ages 18+.

Quiet Reading Club - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Slow down the pace of life for a while and enjoy books in companionable silence. There's no required reading: bring your own book, or grab one from the library. We'll make time at the end to share insights and recommendations. For adults

Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Yarn & Yap

Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Grab your yarn and your hook, it's time to stitch and socialize. Come for the crochet, stay for the conversation. For adults

Book Club Tuesdays - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Hollydale Library

Join us this month for a facilitated discussion of "The Secret Keeper of Jaipur" by Alka Joshi. Copies of the current title are available to check-out at the customer service desk while supplies last. For Adults.

Yarn N Stitch - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

San Dimas Senior Center

Yarn N Stitch is held on the first and third Tuesdays of the month, 6:30 - 7:30 pm at the San Dimas Senior Center, 201 E Bonita Ave. For adults.

Pajama Storytime - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Wiseburn Library

Put on your cozy jammies, bring along your favorite stuffy or blanket, and join us for a mellow evening of stories and rhymes. For children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.

Free Vaccine Clinic: Flu - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 9:30am - 10:00am

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

LA County Department of Public Health is partnering with LA County Library to provide FREE flu vaccinations. Health insurance is not required but will be requested if insured.

Wed, Nov 18, 10:15am - 11:00am

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an interactive Circle Time featuring stories, rhymes, and music designed for babies and young toddlers ages 0 - 24 months and their caregivers.

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Wed, Nov 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Diamond Bar Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun.

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Wed, Nov 18, 10:15am - 10:45am

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Create, Play, & Explore - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lake Los Angeles Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:15am

Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Explore your child's development while participating in open ended art activities and play that develop fine and gross motor skills, language and vocabulary, and an appreciation for the world around us. For ages 1 - 5 and their adult caregivers.

Library for All: Color, Craft, & Connect - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 10:50am

Live Oak Library - Meeting Room

Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 24 months and their parent or caregiver.

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Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Drop in and join us as we color, craft, and connect with friends. Geared towards adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers. All materials will be provided. For adults.

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

East Los Angeles Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:45am

Sorensen Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, movement, and an art activity while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Citizenship Classes

Wed, Nov 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Florence Library

Join Building Skills Partnership’s pathway to citizenship course. Program consists of an 9-week series of free classes. The classes will be taught in Spanish. Please see details and requirements below. For adults.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 11:15am - 11:45am

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 18, 11:15am - 11:35am

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Reading books and singing songs help develop babies' print awareness, reading skills, and fine motor skills. Join us for a session of stories, fingerplays, and more! For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm

La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Film Screening: Without Arrows

Wed, Nov 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Wed, Nov 18, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a film screening of Without Arrows.

Wed, Nov 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm

City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Littlerock Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library

In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Lancaster Library

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinics - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Willowbrook Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

West Hollywood Library

We've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan). For all ages.

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Norwalk Library

Afternoon Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Compton Library

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Westlake Village Library

Join us as we discuss 'What We Can Know' by McEwan. For adults.

Naloxone and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Temple City Library

LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone and fentanyl testing strips at a select location. For all ages.

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Claremont Helen Renwick Library

FREE Naloxone Clinic - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

East Los Angeles Library

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

San Fernando Library

Thanks to a partnership with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services, customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) at one of our upcoming clinics.

Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

El Monte Library

LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.

Colormania: Coloring for Grown Ups - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Avalon Library

Creatability Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library

Wed, Nov 18, 12:15pm - 1:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun session of art, crafts, or games geared toward adults with developmental differences and their caretakers. All supplies are provided, and no experience is necessary. For adults.

Wed, Nov 18, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Library Friends - Stress Management

Wed, Nov 18, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Alondra Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Take a break and join us as we lean healthy ways to manage stress. This program is designed for adults with developmental differences. For ages 18+ and their caregivers.

Computer Basics - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

East Los Angeles Library

A drop-in session for basic computer questions. For adults

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Sewing Basics - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South El Monte Library

Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Hoarding 囤積物品 - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Diamond Bar Library - Teen Study Room

老年人更容易囤积吗？加入我们，一起探讨收藏、杂乱与囤积的区别，并了解如何为受到严重囤积困扰的人群提供帮助与改善方法！本講座由洛杉磯縣心理健康局主辦，以中文进行。歡迎成年人參加。

Native American Heritage Month: Strawberry Rock Painting - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Wiseburn Library

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by reading the book Berry Song by Michaela Goade, then paint a strawberry rock. For ages 5 – 12.

Native American Heritage Month: Weaving Activity - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month as we learn and practice the ancient textile art of finger weaving. For ages 8 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.

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Puzzling for Stress Relief for Teens - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Did you know jigsaw puzzles support mental health by reducing stress, easing anxiety, and promoting mindfulness? Learn how to lower your stress levels while you work on puzzles with other teens. For grades 6 - 12.

Teen Advisory Board - In Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lynwood Library - Meeting Room

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 13 - 17.

Needle Arts Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Gardena Mayme Dear Library

Join us for our monthly Needle Arts Club! Explore the art of knitting and crocheting! For adults.

Native American Heritage Month: Corn Husk Doll - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hermosa Beach Library

Join us to celebrate Native American Heritage Month by making your own corn husk doll. Come learn the significance of corn in Native American culture while also looking at the history and origin of corn husk dolls. For children ages 5 - 12.

Caring for Our Earth- Rock Painting - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

El Monte Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a reading of We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom. Learn about the author, the water protectors who inspired her story, and why protecting water matters to their communities.

Book Club for Adults - In-Person

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Join us for book club as we discuss Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate. Copies of this title are available at the Information Desk. For Adults - Ages 18+

Games Day at the Library! - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Avalon Library

Let's play games on Wednesday! Learn to play or just enjoy Monopoly, Candyland, Clue, UNO, chess, and Dungeons and Dragons -- come play, socialize, and relax with some friendly competition. For ages 13 - 17.

The Art of Wendy Red Star - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

It's Native American Heritage Month! Join us as we learn about artist Wendy Red Star, whose work celebrates her Apsáalooke heritage. Then make quilted picture frame portraits inspired by Red Star's art. For children ages 6 - 12.

Native American Coil Pots - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about Maria Martinez, a Pueblo Native American potter known for her distinct pottery designs. Then, make your own coil pot inspired by her works. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

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Native American Heritage Month Formline Design - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about how the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian make formline design art to represent their culture, myths, and ancestral heritage. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

Fall Leaves Mosaics - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

Why do leaves change color in the fall? What makes a leaf look green? Come learn about leaves as you make your own leaf mosaic. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

LACMA: Communities Create LA! Painting with Yarn - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Create your own vibrant yarn painting using colorful fibers and glue, inspired by the intricate silk and beadwork of the 19th-century artwork Man's Tobacco Pouch (1820 - 1830). For kids ages 5 – 12 with their caregivers.

Adult 101: Small Change, Big Changes - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Start saving now for the future you want. Learn easy ways to set aside money and design a bank for storing it in. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Social Isolation 社交孤立 - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Learn about how isolation can affect mental and physical health while coloring. 了解社交孤立對心理與身體健康的影響. English session 4 - 5 pm 英文場: 下午4點至5點 Chinese session 5 - 6 pm 中文場: 下午5點至6點

Family Storytime: Being Thankful - In-Person

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room

Let's celebrate the joy of gratitude with reading stories and songs. Create your own do-it-yourself art celebrating the season. While creating art, kids can take time to reflect on gratitude this season. For ages 5 - 12 with caregiver.

Native American Heritage Month: Tlingit Formline Art - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month and learn about the traditional formline art of the Pacific Northwest by creating your own collage. We'll learn about the history and culture of the Tlingit and Haida. For ages 5-12 with a parent or caregiver.

Native American Heritage Month: Rock Your Mocs - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Masao W. Satow Library

Join us to celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about Rock Your Mocs Day, established in 2011 as a worldwide event aimed at celebrating Indigenous culture. Followed by designing your own mocs. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Sewing Basics - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Compton Library - Meeting Room

Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Teen Advisory Board with DIY Decorative Mugs - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Woodcrest Library

Want to make a difference in your library and community? Voice your opinion, suggest programs and services, work with teens sharing interests in the library and helping the community. Then, decorate a personal mug. For ages 12 - 18.

The Art of Emmi Whitehorse - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carson Library

Commemorate Native American Heritage Month by learning all about Navajo painter and printmaker, Emmi Whitehorse. Then we'll make our own piece of art in her style. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Native American Heritage Month: Create Your Own Microgreen

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Teens will learn about photosynthesis, soil, water, sunlight, plant nutrients, and the role of pollinators. Participants will conduct simple experiments and create their own small planting project to take home. For Teens 13-17

Native American Heritage Month: Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Compton Library

Join us as we read "Rock Your Mocs" by Laurel Goodluck. This book club is for children who are beginning to read and want to practice reading aloud. Children will discuss the story and create an art activity. For ages 6 - 12 and their adult caregiver

Adult 101: Budgeting - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Covina Library - Seminar Room

Learn all about budgets. How they work, how to create one, and how to manage your financial future! Then paint your very own piggy bank to take home. For teens ages 12 - 17.

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Paracord and Survival Knots - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room

2nd Annual Willowbrook Library Community Art Show

Wed, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room

Join us for our 2nd annual Community Art Show! Creating art is beneficial for mental health, fosters freedom of expression, and stimulates development. Join us as we showcase art pieces created by members of our community in our art show.

MākMō: Make Your Own Insect - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunkist Library - Meeting Room

Insects are the most diverse kind of animals on Earth, and the odds are there are interesting insects near you right now! Learn about insects with us and make a model insect to take home. For ages 5 - 12

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Teen Advisory Board (TAB) - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

East Los Angeles Library

Get involved at the Library! Join our TAB and help shape the future of teen activities & the teen space at the East LA Library. Participants can earn service hours for attending meetings. New members always welcome — bring a friend!! For ages 12 - 18

Storytime with a Councilmember

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Paramount Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a special storytime with a Paramount City Councilmember! Enjoy a story read by a Councilmember and then take part in a fun craft. For children ages 5 - 12 and their parent or caregiver.

Little Readers Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room

Young readers are invited to join us as we read children's stories together and share our thoughts in a fun and engaging discussion followed by an art activity!

Silent Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Agoura Hills Library

Join us by the fire for a book club with no assigned reading! Bring your own book or check out one from the library and we'll provide the snacks. For adults.

Malibu Library Book Club: Frozen River - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

In Maine of 1870, Martha Ballard, a midwife and healer, is summoned to examine a body found in the ice of the Kennebec River. Suspecting murder, but silenced by a local physician, Martha is forced to investigate on her own. For Adults.

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Teen Study Room

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 13 - 17. Teen Study Room.

Native American Heritage Month Mini Tapestry - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lancaster Library

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

Join us for Native American Heritage Month. Weave your own mini tapestry with yarns and fabrics. Listen to a read aloud of The Goat in the Rug, get inspiration from the art of Navajo artist DJ Begay. For ages 5 – 12 with caregiver.

Adult 101: Social Media and Cybersmarts - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Hollydale Library

Learn tips and resources on how to stay safe and secure online, and how to be a good online citizen. For ages 13 - 17.

Adult 101 for Teens: Social Media & Cyber Smarts - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

East Los Angeles Library

Teens, stop by the Library to learn tips and resources on how to stay safe & secure online and how to be a good online citizen. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Paint Night - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Walnut Library - Meeting Room

Unleash your creativity and create your own masterpiece with acrylic paints! All materials provided.

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Nature's Pinecone Gnomes - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

La Puente Library

Transform a regular pinecone into a fun and creative craft this fall. You can easily make your gnome friend into an ornament or keep him around your garden! For adults.

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Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norwalk Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn about the importance of genealogy and stories of migration within Native American communities. Then create your custom family history scrapbook. For ages18+

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Join us to discuss 'The City We Became' by N. K. Jemisin. Copies will be available at the Customer Service Desk. For adults.

Shhh! Reading Club

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Where words speak louder than noise. Join us the third Wednesday of every month for a peaceful reading experience. For adults

Mahjong for Beginners - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Beginners to Chinese mahjong are invited to join us once a month to learn the tiles, the plays, the structure, and etiquette of the game. Experienced players are welcome to join as well. For adults.

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Native American Heritage Month Book Discussion: There There - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hawthorne Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of the historical-fiction novel "There There" by Tommy Orange. Refreshments will be served during this program, a list of ingredients will be available. For adults 18+.

Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

The Real World Nonfiction Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Please join us for a book discussion about Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest by Suzanne Simard. For adults.

Sprinkle Embroidery Art - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hermosa Beach Library

Use your creativity to "embroider" a design on cake with colored sprinkles. All materials will be provided. For adults.

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Native American Heritage Month: Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Littlerock Library

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with Littlerock Library’s Adult Book Club! Join us as we discuss 'Ten Little Indians' by Sherman Alexie. For adults.

Paint Night - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Artesia Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an instructor-led workshop teaching basic acrylic painting techniques and composition. For adults.

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The Classics Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Alondra Library - Conference Room

Join us for our monthly The Classics Book Club meeting. We will be discussing The Pavilion of Women by Pearl S. Buck. Copies available through Hoopla. For ages 18 and up.

Fiber Arts for Adults - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Wiseburn Library

Learn the basics of crochet or bring your own fiber arts projects to work on in the group. Registration required. For ages 18+.

An Evening of Public Domain Cartoons! - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Avalon Library

Join us for an evening of classic, old fashioned cartoons! Bugs Bunney, Steamboat Willie, Popeye - and more! With popcorn! For children.

Zumba Class - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

West Covina Library - Meeting Room

Here's your chance to enjoy a fun workout in a social and inclusive environment. All experience levels and physical ability levels are welcome! Enjoy yourself while you dance your way into health and wellness!

Triple P Positive Parenting Program Seminar: Raising Reponsible Teenagers - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Lawndale Library

Join us to learn about [insert topic here] and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of 13 - 18.

The Power of Positive Parenting - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:30am

Alondra Library - Conference Room

Join us to learn about The Power of Positive Parenting and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. For parents and caregivers of children 3 - 12 years old.

Book and Art: The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife and Autumn Leaf Windchimes - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:30am

La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Sometimes you can find grace in being kind and finding humor in our foibles. Join us as we discuss 'The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife' by Anna Johnston while we create an autumn leaf windchime. For adults.

Annual Book Sale / Venta anual de libros - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library Area

Join us for a 3-day book sale. ~ ~ ~ Únase a nosotros para una venta de libros de 3 días.

Learn Basic Tech Digital Skills Training - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a training designed to help learners build essential digital skills. This class is led by Learn Basic Tech, which is dedicated to bridging the digital divide in Los Angeles County. For adults.

Thu, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Thu, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Painting for Littles - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

West Covina Library

Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 18 months and their parent or caregiver.

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Thu, Nov 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Wiseburn Library

Art helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine motor skills, and boost imagination and creativity. Come paint with us! For ages 2 - 5 with their caregiver. Registration is required only for participating children.

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Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Agoura Hills Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodcrest Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norwalk Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hermosa Beach Library

Parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your baby and learn about all the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new parents/families in the community.

Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hawthorne Library

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 2 and caregivers.

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Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Compton Library

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.

Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 10:50am

La Cañada Flintridge Library

Hora de cuentos en español - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Baldwin Park Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Maywood Library

Acompáñenos a disfrutar cuentos, canciones y actividades divertidas que apoyan el desarrollo de la alfabetización temprana de los niños. Para edades de 2 a 5 años con padres o sus cuidadores.

Music Together for Babies and Toddlers - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Families will sing, move, and play child-friendly instruments together. Early childhood music education specialist Cheryl Lev will bring her guitar and lots of fun musical props for everyone to enjoy. For children ages 0 - 3 and their caregivers.

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Basic Computer Skills: Basic Android - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

San Fernando Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Compton Library - Meeting Room

Learn features and functions of an Android tablet and mobile devices. Participants need to bring their own devices, the library does not provide them for participants. For ages 18+

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

La Puente Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Mini Explorers: Sensory Play - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

La Verne Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Rosemead Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy special time with your little one while meeting other local parents. Children will explore fun activity stations filled with textures, sights, and sounds all through hands-on sensory play. For ages 1 - 5 years with a parent or caregiver.

Aging Like a Pro: Smart Eating - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cudahy Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Nov 19, 11:30am - 1:30pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Aging Like a Pro is a healthy aging five-part series that focuses on offering information for healthy aging and brain health. Lunch will be provided at each session. For older adults.

Thu, Nov 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Come enjoy some play and bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. This lapsit-style storytime is for babies up to 18 months and their parent or caregiver.

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Fiber Arts Meetup - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Thu, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room

Brain Games - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

West Hollywood Library

Keep your brain fresh with engaging games like Qwirkle, Qwix, Kingdomino, and more! Games are provided by the Friends of the West Hollywood Library. Especially for adults 55 and up.

Marina del Rey Book Club - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

This month, we'll explore Tom Lake by Ann Patchett. Tom Lake is a meditation on youthful love, married love, and the lives parents have led before their children were born. For adults 18+.

Adult 101: Fitness - Badminton - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Walnut Library - Meeting Room

Do you want a healthier lifestyle, but don't know where to start? Start with exercise! For teens ages 12 - 17.

Adult 101: Caring for your Clothes - In-person program

Thu, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Come by the library and learn the proper way to wash and store your clothes. It will save you money and help your clothes last. For teens ages 13-17.

Native American Heritage Month: Rhythm and Traditions - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month through music, creativity, and tradition! Learn about the importance of rhythm in some Native communities, decorate your own drum, and join in fun rhythm activities. For ages 5 - 12 with a caregiver.

Teen Advisory Board & Fall Acrylic Painting

Thu, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

West Hollywood Library - Children's Theater

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For teens ages 13 - 17

Artsy Thursday: Native Amerian Heritage Month - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Lawndale Library

Join us to celebrate Native American Heritage Month by reading aloud, "Berry Song" written by Michaela Goade. We'll read the book, discuss the importance of taking care of our environment and then do an art activity. For ages 5 - 12.

Zara Larsson Listening Party - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

It's the 'Midnight Sun' over here at Lomita Library! Join us while we listen to Zara Larsson on Freegal, try out her dance moves, put on temporary glitter tattoos, and decorate a tropical 'spray paint' style bandana. For teens ages 12 - 17.

Native American Heritage Month: Rock Your Mocs - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

George Nye, Jr. Library

Join us in celebrating Native American Heritage Month by learning about Rock Your Mocs Day, established in 2011 as a worldwide event aimed at celebrating Indigenous culture. You'll even have a chance to design your own mocs! For children ages 5-12.

CrEATive Plate: Children Cooking Program

Thu, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Graham Library

In this creative hands-on cooking experience, kids will learn basic cooking techniques and learn how to read recipes to create their own meal or treat. For ages 5 – 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Snap Circuits, with Teen Advisory Board - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Duarte Library - Meeting Room

Teens, learn about basic electronics and engineering by playin with Snap Circuits, which are a fun electronics game. Afterwards, join the Teen Advisory Board to help plan future events. Refreshments provided.

Tough Topics for Teens: Fentanyl and Opioid Abuse - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

San Fernando Library - Meeting Room

Native American Heritage Month: Strawberry Cross Stitch - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Strawberries are more than just tasty berries. Come find out how important they are to different Native American cultures while we honor this plant with a fun cross stitch activity. For teens ages 12 – 17.

Hoarding - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

La Puente Library - Meeting Room

Join us at the library to identify the differences between collecting, cluttering, and hoarding, and the need for treatment for those who might have a significant problem. For adults.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Masao W. Satow Library - Study Room

School is challenging, studying doesn't have to be. Come to our study hall sessions at the library for free access to WiFi and space to get some work done. For teens, ages 13 - 17.

STEAM: Ozobots for Teens

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carson Library

Join us to learn the basics of coding with Ozobots. Using color-based programming, you'll guide your Ozobot through a series of mazes, puzzles, and paths you create. Supplies are limited. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Manhattan Beach Library

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Manhattan Beach Library Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! For ages 12 - 17.

Adult 101: Budgeting for Teens - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Want to spend money effectively and track where it comes from and where it goes? Learn the basics of budgeting and paint a piggy bank to help you stay within your budget. For teens ages 13 - 17.

Make Your Own Insect

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Insects are the most diverse kind of animals on Earth, and the odds are there are interesting insects near you right now! Learn about insects with us and make a model insect to take home.

Adult 101: Dining Etiquette - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Chet Holifield Library

Whether you like historical fiction, sci-fi, romance, or memoirs, this book club reads it all. This month, join us for a discussion of Making a Scene, by Constance Wu. Pick up a copy at the information desk today! For adults

Teen Study Hall

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Need a place to focus or just hang out? Join our teen Study Hall—a quiet space to catch up on homework, read, or relax. No studying? No problem! Get creative with our art supplies! All supplies will be provided. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Temple City Library - Meeting Room

Not sure which fork to use? Worried your table manners might offend your friends or their parents? Join us for Dining Etiquette program and learn how to dine in style. For ages 12 - 17.

Author Talk: Between Earth and Sky trilogy with Rebecca Roanhorse - Virtual Event

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

East Los Angeles Library

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Program

Step into a world of celestial magic, political intrigue, & ancient prophecies with Rebecca Roanhorse as we dive deep into her acclaimed Between Earth and Sky trilogy.

Native American Heritage Month: Strawberry Cross Stitch - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

La Verne Library - Meeting Room

Happy Thanks-Reading Mugs - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room

Come share your moments of gratitude and design a thanks-reading mug with a line, symbol or character from your favorite novel! You will also receive a hot cocoa mix to take home as a token of appreciation from us! For ages 14-17

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Sewing Basics - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Florence Library

Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Film Screening: Charlott'es Web

Thu, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room

Join us for the film adaptation of beloved book, "Charlotte's Web"! For ages 5 - 12 and their families! Film is Rated G and runs for 1 hour and 36 minutes. Light snacks and refreshments will be available on a first come, first served basis*

PBS SoCal: Math + Feelings - In Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an engaging three-part series where we'll explore essential skills that lay the foundation for young children's math learning and their social and emotional growth. Ages 2-5 years

Kids Art Studio - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room

Express yourself by creating your own canvas masterpiece and learn about different styles of art and artists. Artwork will be displayed at various library locations in a Traveling Art Exhibit in 2027. For kids ages 8 - 12.

Native American Heritage Month: Strawberry Cross Stitch - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Charter Oak Library

TAB: Teen Advisory Board - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Walnut Library - Meeting Room

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For Teens 12 - 17.

Begin Again Crochet - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Have you ever tried to crochet and couldn't quite get it? We are here to help! Learn the basics and practice the first steps of crochet. If you’re a beginner looking for a place to practice your skills, there is room for you, too! For adults.

Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Woodcrest Library

Thu, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Adult 101: Keeping a Journal - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Quartz Hill Library - Study Room 1

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! We'll be in a Study Room. For ages 12 - 18.

Thu, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lake Los Angeles Library

The value of journaling extends beyond preserving memories. Keeping a journal also brings with it physical and mental health benefits. Come to the library and learn to build your own journal. For ages 13 - 17.

Native American Heritage Month: Tlingit Formline Art - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Topanga Library - Meeting Room

Native Americans from the Pacific Northwest, such as the Tlingit and Haida utilize formline and ovoid shapes in much of their historic and contemporary visual art. Join us at the library to create your own animal in this art style! For ages 13-18.

Between the Lines Book Club - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Join us as we contemplate 'Kin', a lyrical examination of female friendship by Tayari Jones. Copies are available at the Customer Service desk and newcomers are always welcome! For adults.

Marina del Rey Book Club - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

This month, we'll explore Tom Lake by Ann Patchett. Tom Lake is a meditation on youthful love, married love, and the lives parents have led before their children were born. For adults 18+.

Film Screening: Black Indians: An American Story - In-person

Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Meeting Room

Join us as we bring to light a forgotten part of America's past the cultural & racial fusion of Native & African Americans. This film features many interviews of living, breathing Black Indians who share their personal thoughts, feelings, & outlook.

Pajama Storytime - In-Person Program

Thu, Nov 19, 6:45pm - 7:15pm

Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room

Put on your cozy jammies, bring along your favorite stuffy or blanket, and join us for a mellow evening of stories, songs, and rhymes.

Annual Book Sale / Venta anual de libros - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:45am

West Covina Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library Area

Join us for a 3-day book sale. ~ ~ ~ Únase a nosotros para una venta de libros de 3 días.

Fri, Nov 20, 10:15am - 10:45am

Wiseburn Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 4 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lancaster Library

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Carson Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Citizenship Class

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norwalk Library - Study Room B

Baby Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hawaiian Gardens Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Westlake Village Library

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.

Artist's Playground - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sunkist Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 – 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Walnut Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a morning of open-ended art and crafting. We will provide the materials, you bring your imagination! For ages 2 - 5 with their parent and caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

La Cañada Flintridge Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Book Club: The Bodyguard - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Baldwin Park Library

Enjoy a morning storytime with your baby and build their early learning skills through stories, rhymes, and gentle movement. For ages 0 - 18 months with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

She’s got his back. Hannah Brooks looks more like a kindergarten teacher than somebody who could kill you with a wine bottle opener and she just got hired to protect superstar actor Jack Stapleton from his stalker. For adults.

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

South El Monte Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Artesia Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Duarte Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Masao W. Satow Library

Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn social and emotional skills and develop fine and gross motor skills and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 0 - 4 with parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

The Source: Resource Event for the Unhoused and Housing Insecure - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lynwood Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm

San Fernando Library

Resources and personal, one-on-one assistance for housing, mental health care, vaccines, food aid, and more. For all ages.

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Paramount Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bell Express Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Avalon Library

Fri, Nov 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Masao W. Satow Library

Please join us for a Parent Café, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian.

Fri, Nov 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Westlake Village Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Adopt A Shleter Pet and Read to Rover - Pet Adoption

Fri, Nov 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Nov 20, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Topanga Library

Adopt A Shelter Pet and Read to Rover

Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Hey new parents! Join us for a special program created just for you. Bring your new baby and learn about the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new families in your community.

Managing Your Medication - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Live Oak Library - Meeting Room

Learn the importance of sticking to your medication regimen and other useful information on the proper use of medications. Get tips on what to ask your doctor and pharmacist when you get a new prescription.

Songwriting with Seniors - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Join songwriter, composer, and music producer Chris Chianesi for a collaborative songwriting where we transform shared stories and ideas into original music. For older adults.

Afternoon Book Club - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Join Culver City Julian Dixon Library's Afternoon Book Club to discuss Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange. For adults.

Drop-in Tech Help for Older Adults - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Need help navigating your computer or smartphone? Join us for a friendly, drop-in tech help hour designed especially for older adults. For Adults.

Adult Art Program: Bad Art - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

For this month's adult art activity, we'll be creating our own "bad art"! This exercise aims to lower the pressure of making "good" art to instead heighten the potential for personal expression and laughs. For adults.

Teen Craft: Formline Art Tote Bag - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Avalon Library

Fri, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room

Native Americans from the Pacific Northwest utilize formline and ovoid shapes in much of their historic and contemporary visual art. Join us at the library and decorate a tote bag with Tlingit-inspired formline art. Walk-ins welcome! For ages 12 - 17

Awareness & Preparedness: Be Disaster Ready – Quake Heroes Film Screening and Q&A - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library

Join us for a special screening of Quake Heroes, a documentary that highlights real stories of preparedness and resilience in the face of California earthquakes.

Read to a Dog - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog and volunteer handler from the Pet Prescription Team! For ages 7 - 12 with a parent or caregiver. Attendance is limited. No registration required. Parent permission is required.

In the Loop: Teen Crochet Club - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

El Monte Library - Study Room

Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet? Do you want to spend time with other crafters and crochet the day away? Join In the Loop, our first crochet club for teens. All materials will be provided to start learning. For teens, ages 14 - 17.

Native American Heritage Month: Make Your Own Storyteller Dolls - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Masao W. Satow Library - Study Room

School is challenging, studying doesn't have to be. Come to our study hall sessions at the library for free access to WiFi and space to get some work done. For teens, ages 13 - 17.

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with us as we create our own storyteller dolls inspired by the traditional clay sculptures created by the Pueblo People of New Mexico. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bell Express Library

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we will read Rock Your Mocs by Laurel Goodluck. This book celebrates the joy and power of wearing moccasins and the Native pride that comes with them. For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Horror Book Club - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Compton Library - Meeting Room

Join us to discuss Jessica Johns' "Bad Cree". To borrow a print copy of the book, please contact the Compton Library directly. For ages 18+

Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Dino West Adventure - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

Art Deco Bookmark - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Westlake Village Library

Art Deco is a design and architectural style that was popular in the 1920s and 1930s. Learn about inspiration, themes and materials used in this art form. We will make bookmarks featuring popular Art Deco design elements. For ages 13 - 17.

Cubelets with MākMō - In-Person Event

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Come see where your imagination takes you as you combine color-coded cubes that sense the world around them, process data, and perform various actions. For ages 5 - 12 and their parent or caregiver.

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Driver's License 101 - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Maywood Library

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Live Oak Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a presentation on the ins and outs of how to obtain a learner's permit and driver's license under the age of 18. Afterwards, decorate a bumper sticker as motivation to reach your driving goals. For ages 13 – 17.

Native American Heritage Month: Rock Art - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Video Game Night

Fri, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Florence Library

Join us for a fun summer afternoon of video gaming on the Nintendo Switch! Games include Mario Kart 8 Deluxe & Super Smash Bros Ultimate. Learn about the history of video games and have fun. For teens ages 13 - 17.

Fri, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hollydale Library

Join us in celebrating Native American Heritage Month as we learn about the importance of Native American Rock Art. Then create a rock craft to take home. For teens ages 13 - 17.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room

Want to make a difference in your library and community while earning volunteer hours? Our Teen Advisory Board is always recruiting! Meet other teens, gain experience and enhance leadership skills by planning and promoting library programs.

Speculative Fiction Book Club - In-Person Program

Fri, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Claremont Helen Renwick Library

Fri, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Are you a fan of science fiction or fantasy? If so, you should join our Speculative Fiction Book Club! We'll supply copies of the book a month in advance, meet every month, and dive deep into discussion about the reading! For adults.

Friends of the Malibu Library Used Book Sale - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

The Friends of the Malibu Library holiday used book sale! The Friends of the Malibu Library sell new and gently used books to support Malibu Library. Adult fiction, adult nonfiction, DVDs, and kids' books for as low as $.50.

The Great Puzzle Swap - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Agoura Hills Library

Looking for a new puzzle to enjoy during the upcoming holidays? Join us for our Great Puzzle Swap! For adults.

Annual Book Sale / Venta anual de libros - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library Area

Join us for a 3-day book sale. ~ ~ ~ Únase a nosotros para una venta de libros de 3 días.

Sat, Nov 21, 10:15am - 10:30am

La Puente Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.

Crochet - Hook, Loop, & Practice: Coaster - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room

Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help your child learn social and emotional skills and develop fine and gross motor skills. For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.

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Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Continue practicing those stitches! Join us as we learn how to create a square or circle coaster. We will practice using a foundation chain with single crochet or magic circle with double crochet. For adults.

Toddler Art - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 10:50am

Carson Library

Join us for an interactive Circle Time featuring stories, rhymes, and music designed for babies and young toddlers. For ages 0 - 24 months and their parent or caregiver.

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Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hermosa Beach Library

Explore early learning skills, pre-writing, imagination, and problem solving with your child through free-form art activities. For ages 1 - 5 with parent or caregiver.

Sensory Play for Babies - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

South El Monte Library

We're building motor skills and socialization with open-ended play that will engage your baby's sense of touch, sight and sound! For babies 0 - 18 months with a parent or caregiver.

Dungeons and Dragons Afternoon - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn and play the popular role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons. Beginners and experts are welcome. For ages 10 - 17.

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Saturday Storytime - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

Kick off the weekend with an interactive storytime! Join us on the back patio for a morning of books, songs, fingerplays, and movement, then join us afterwards for bubbles and sidewalk chalk. For children ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers.

Book Club: Killers of the Flower Moon - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room

The book for November is Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann. For adults.

Adult 101 for Teens: Nutrition

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Paramount Library - Meeting Room

Preparing food can be fun! Join us as we practice building balanced and tasty snacks and mini meals. Learn how to develop realistic eating habits that will enable you to sustain good health for a lifetime. For teens ages 12 - 17.

Understanding A.I., Class 3 - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 1:30pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library

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Senior Tech Class - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Rosemead Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a morning of play, curiosity, & creativity! Help your child learn social/emotional skills & develop fine & gross motor skills while exploring shapes & colors at engaging activity stations. For ages 0 - 5 years with a parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Artesia Library

Come and learn how to use your smartphone. Teen volunteers from Saahas for Cause will provide basic instructions on iPhone and Android devices. For adults.

Music and Movement for Babies - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Avalon Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

Join “Miss Cheryl” for a fun and interactive family music concert featuring rhythm chants, guitar-led singing, instrument play, and dancing - sure to delight your little music-makers. For ages 0 - 3.

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Autumn Art for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Sat, Nov 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Graham Library

Explore early learning skills with your child through art activities. Kids will use washable paint and markers to decorate their own kaleidoscope and will make other fun fall crafts! For ages 2 – 5 with their caregivers.

Community Book Club: The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Maywood Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Lancaster Library - Group Study Room

Held on the third Saturday of each month at Lancaster Library's group meeting room. November's selection is "The Authenticity Project" by Clare Pooley. For Adults.

LA Fixit Clinic - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Compton Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

DIY Recipe Book

Sat, Nov 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Gear up for the holidays by creating your own recipe book! Bring a copy of your favorite recipe to swap and share with other participants. All materials will be provided. For adults.

Sat, Nov 21, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Do you have a household item in need of repair? Don’t trash it! Come fix it for free at our Fixit Clinic where we will provide the space, tools, and expert coaches to help you troubleshoot and repair your well-loved item. For adults.

Teen Book Club: Six of Crows - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Lawndale Library - Conference Room

Join us for our inaugural teen book club meeting! We will be discussing the book Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo, and planning out the booklist for the next quarter. Bring a friend! For teens, ages 12 - 17.

DINOvember: T-Rex, Tea Party - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Compton Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a Roar-some tea party with playful, imaginative dinosaur-themed activities. For ages 4 - 11 and their adult caregiver.

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Earn-Shop-Create at the Art Market - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Artesia Library - Meeting Room

EARN play money and learn how to spend wisely to buy art supplies. SHOP at our Art Market and purchase all the supplies you will need to CREATE a beautiful work of art that you can make at the library. For ages 3-12 with a parent or caregiver.

Sisters in Crime Los Angeles: Countdown to Crime - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Agoura Hills Library

Join us as we welcome Sisters in Crime Los Angeles authors, Elle Jauffret and Ellen Thompson, as they discuss their recent releases, followed by a Q&A with the audience. For ages 18 and up.

Triple P Positive Parenting Program Seminar - Power of Positive Parenting

Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Littlerock Library

Join us to learn about the Power of Positive Parenting and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of 3-12.

Native American Heritage Month: Corn Husk Fireflies - In-person

Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

La Verne Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by creating your own cornhusk dragonfly.

Saturday Cinema: AFI's 100 Years...100 Movies – 10th Anniversary Edition - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Carson Library - Training Room

Help us watch and countdown the 100 greatest American films ever made, as determined by the American Film Institute's 100 Years...100 Movies – 10th Anniversary Edition. For adults.

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Film Screening: Shanghai Triad - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 1:30pm - 3:15pm

New date Saturday, November 14, 2:30pm - 4:15pm

Rosemead Library

Native American Heritage Month: Clay Pottery Art - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hawthorne Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn about Native American pottery in the Southwest and famous Pueblo potter Maria Martinez. We will read "Shaped by Her Hands: Potter Maria Martinez." Then make your own clay pot to take home. For ages 5 - 12 with a caregiver.

Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!

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Dungeons and Dragons Afternoon - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn and play the popular role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons. Beginners and experts are welcome. For ages 10 - 17.

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Family Movie: Harold and the Purple Crayon - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Join us for our family movie: Harold and the Purple Crayon. Inspired by the popular book "Harold and the Purple Crayon" by Crockett Johnson. Rating: PG Runtime: 92 minutes For ages 6+

STEM Saturday - Build a Birdhouse - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room

Learn about the fascinating world of birdhouses and discover how they play an important role in our environment. Afterwards assemble a birdhouse and using your inner artist decorate your birdhouse to take home. For ages 5 - 12 with caregiver.

hoopla Book Club - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hermosa Beach Library

Join us for a lively conversation about The Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie Gilmore. Copies are available to check out on hoopla. For adults.

Native American Heritage Month: Stories, Songs & Instruments - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with Iwalani Venerable. For ages 5 - 12 and their families.

Dino West Adventure - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room

Would you like to pet a baby dinosaur? Do you like dinosaur facts, games and activities? This program is just for you! Come interact with life-like dinos and dig for fossils while learning about these amazing creatures from the past.

Awareness & Preparedness: Be Disaster Ready – Storm Preparedness - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Claremont Helen Renwick Library

Stay informed and ready for Southern California’s unpredictable storm season. This program outlines the essential steps to prepare your home and family for heavy rain and potential flooding.

Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets - In-Person Event

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Carson Library

Learn a new skill such as crocheting, knitting, embroidery, or cross stitch, or brush up on an existing skill! We will learn basic embroidery in this session. All materials will be provided but participants are welcome to bring their own. For teens.

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Charter Oak Library

Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness. Create a bracelet and a friendship note to share with someone who has made a difference in your life. For ages 5-12. © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD. Used Under License.

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Skateboarding and Native Americans - Fingerboard Art

Sat, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Learn about the Indigenous roots of skateboarding and how Native American youth, artists, and leaders are using this pop culture phenomena to strengthen and build their communities. Participants will assemble and decorate a 3D printed fingerboard.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Masao W. Satow Library - Study Room

Join us to learn and play the popular role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons. Beginners and experts are welcome. For adults.

Card Games Saturday - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Do you like to play card games? If so, the West Hollywood Library is looking for people like you! Whether it be Cribbage, Bridge, or even Go Fish, we'll provide everything you need to play with friends! For adults. Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room.

Plant Club: Dried Flower Book Art - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lawndale Library

Create your holiday centerpiece with a homemade book bouquet using dried flowers. For adults.

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Choose Your Own Adventure - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Westlake Village Library

Take charge of your creativity! We will have several options of subject matter and several different types of materials and you can create your own artistic adventure! For adults.

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Native American Heritage Month: Corn Husk Dolls - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Temple City Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by creating your own corn husk doll. For adults.

Learn Dungeons and Dragons! - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Avalon Library

We are starting our own Dungeons and Dragons club at the library! Come learn about the great role playing game and practice with fellow druids, wizards, and were-tigers! For ages 13 - 17.

Conversatorios de las Artes X - Oscar Castillo: En cada día hay un momento

Sat, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Chicano Resource Center

Join us for our next Conversatorio de las Artes. This month we will meet the premier Chicano photographer and media artist, Oscar Castillo.

Documentary: Bearing Witness - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lake Los Angeles Library

This Native American Heritage Month, meet us at the library to watch a documentary called 'Bearing Witness: Native American Voices in Hollywood'. For adults.

Paint & Create: Bookmark Art Workshop - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Live Oak Library - Meeting Room

Join us to create an acrylic bookmark that's uniquely yours! It can be customized with your favorite colors, designs, or inspirational messages. All supplies will be provided. For adults.

Friends of the Malibu Library Used Book Sale - In-Person Program

Sun, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Community Puzzle Exchange - In-Person Program

Sun, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon of puzzle swapping, snacking, and socializing. For all ages.

Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 10:50am

Live Oak Library

Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 24 months and their parent or caregiver.

Art Activity for Adults with Developmental Differences

Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hollydale Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Mon, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun and creative art program where you’ll explore different materials and techniques to make your own unique masterpiece. All materials provided. For adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.

Tech Hour: Resumes and Career Resources - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Looking for a place to brush up on resume building skills or access to career resources? This edition of Tech Hour covers building a resume using Microsoft Word as well as the many online career resources LA County Library has to offer! For Adults.

Wellness Workshop: Creative Tools for Mental Well-Being - LEAP Support Group

Mon, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Willowbrook Library

Mental Health Support Group

The Wellness Lab: Mental Health Education - LEAP Support Group

Mon, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Topanga Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Mon, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

East Los Angeles Library

Mental Health Education for Stress Management and Coping Skills

Family Game Afternoon - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun afternoon of games and toys that help kids practice problem-solving, communication, emotional regulation, and teamwork. For children ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Teen Advisory Board

Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room

Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services, while working with teens that share your interests in the library and helping the community. For ages 13 - 17.

STEAM Monday: Volcanos!

Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Join us and learn about volcanos and volcanic eruptions! Then use your creativity to create your own volcano out of air-dry clay and we'll then use science to cause a volcanic eruption! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bell Express Library

Create Your Way: Maker Hub - In Person Program

Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Rowland Heights Library

Drop in and get creative with a variety of hands-on activities and art supplies. Explore new ideas, express yourself, and create at your own pace in a relaxed, welcoming space. Bring your imagination and have fun! For ages 12 - 17.

Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

Brick Builders Club - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon of creative construction! We provide all the supplies; just bring your imagination and take up the monthly fun building challenge with your fellow builders. Monthly challenge items built will be displayed. For ages 5 - 12.

Crafty Corner: Votive Lanterns - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lake Los Angeles Library

Welcome to the crafty corner! Here, we explore simple and practical ideas to lighten your mood, brighten a space, and teach you something new. A lantern is an enclosed light source. Join us as we explore ways to make a small lantern. For adults.

Craft Night for Adults: Pick a Craft - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Interested in crafting up some ideas? From water painting to junk journaling, what will you create? Bring your junk journal to work on a page or select some of our supplies to create something new! For adults.

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Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 10:45am

Charter Oak Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Craft and Connect Club

Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Florence Library

Looking for fun, friendship, and a space to let your creativity shine? This club is specially designed for adults with developmental differences. You can explore new crafts and activities at your own pace while making great friends. For adults.

Tue, Nov 24, 10:15am - 10:45am

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun bonding experience with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books! For babies up to 18 months and their parent or caregiver.

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Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Grief, Loss, and Resilience

Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Meeting Room

The impact of grief and loss will be discussed along with examples of healthy grieving and resiliency in the midst of loss. English workshop is from 10:30 - 11:30 am Spanish workshop is from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Virtual Book Club Discusses "Crux" by Gabriel Tallent - Virtual Program

Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

La Crescenta Library

Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Masao W. Satow Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 24, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Bestsellers Book Club: Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Florence Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Join us and enjoy a lively book discussion on this Bestseller book selection: 'Killers of a Certain Age' by Deanna Raybourn. For adults.

Colormania: Coloring for Grown Ups - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Live Oak Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Avalon Library

Storytime with a Cop - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Hawthorne Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a special Storytime with the Hawthorne Police Department. Officers will read books to kids and engage with the community. Refreshments with a list of ingredients will be provided. For ages 2 - 5 with a caregiver.

Stress Management - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Rosemead Library - Meeting Room

This presentation describes different forms of stress and explains the ways in which stress can impact one's life. Tips are offered to assist older adults in dealing with stress more effectively to improve their quality of life. For adults.

Reclaiming Your Narrative- Identity and Self Advocacy Group - LEAP Support Group

Tue, Nov 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Lennox Library

In this 8-week group we remind ourselves who we really are outside of all the chaos.

Family Craft Party: Bracelets and Keychains - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Diamond Bar Library

Bring your friends and family to enjoy a fun afternoon of crafting at the library. We will be making bracelets and keychains together. Afterwards, check out some of our books on crafting for more inspiration!

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Creativity Hour: Clay Coil Pots - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about San Ildefonso Pueblo potter Maria Martinez, then create your own coil clay pot. For ages 5 - 12 with an adult.

Native American Heritage Month: Hand Drums - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Woodcrest Library

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month, learn about the importance of drums in the Native American community and make a decorate hand drum. For ages 5 - 12.

Reader's Theater for Grades 3 & 4 - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room

Reader's Theatre builds oral reading fluency and comprehension by repeatedly reading parts of a script while focusing on pacing, inflection, and expression. The play will then be presented with script in hand. For kids in Grades 3 & 4 only.

Mental Health Promoters - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Chet Holifield Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

San Fernando Library

Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Promoters Program aims to reduce mental health stigma throughout Los Angeles County. For adults.

Decorate a Gratitude Turkey - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Avalon Library

Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Avalon Library

Decorate a paper turkey with feathers containing all the reasons for which we are thankful this year.. What are you grateful for? For ages 3 - 10.

Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn about helping children develop healthy screentime habits and explore strategies to try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of 3 - 12.

Book Adventures: We Are Water Protectors - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with this month's Book Adventure, a read aloud book club. Join our read aloud of "We Are Water Protectors" by Carole Lindstrom. For kids ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Build with your Imagination - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon of creativity and discovery as you bring your ideas to life, design innovative structures, and explore the exciting world of STEM. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Rock Painting Workshop - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Discover the vibrant history of the Chumash tribe, the original inhabitants of California's Central and Southern coasts. Children will create their own unique rock art using traditional geometric patterns and earthy, natural pigments. For ages 5–12.

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Tlingit Formline Art - Native American Heritage Month

Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library

Native Americans from the Pacific Northwest, such as the Tlingit and Haida, use form line and ovoid shapes in an art style dating back 2000 years. Come design an image of an animal using the basic elements and shapes of form line art.

Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Topanga Library - Meeting Room

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library? Join the Teen Advisory Board, provide some suggestions to level up the library, and enjoy some video games with friends too! For ages 14 - 18.

Perler Bead Book Character - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carson Library - Meeting Room

Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bell Express Library

Get creative with Perler beads! Design your own pixel-art creation by arranging colorful fuse beads on a grid and melting them together to create a unique design. Use your favorite book characters as inspiration. For ages 13 - 17.

Storyteller Dolls - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Florence Library

In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, learn about the history of Pueblo Storytelling Dolls. Create a clay figure that represents your favorite storytelling experiences! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Tween Craft Club

Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Florence Library

Do you enjoy drawing, painting, crafting, or exploring new creative ideas? For tweens ages 10 - 13.

Let's Explore Seminole Patchwork - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Florence Library

Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

San Fernando Library - Meeting Room

Learn about Seminole patchwork, a textile tradition developed by Seminole people in Florida and Oklahoma, in recognition of National Native American Heritage Month. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Adult 101: Budgeting - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Littlerock Library

Want to spend money effectively and track where it comes from and where it goes? Learn the basics of budgeting and decorate a piggy bank to help you save money. For teens 12 - 18.

Sew Your Own Tote Bag - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room

During this MakMo visit, we will be learning the basics of how to thread a sewing machine and how to sew a simple project. Our take-home project will be a tote bag. For ages 18+

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Caramel Apple Creations - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Manhattan Beach Library

Get ready for a sweet and delicious fall treat! Dip fresh apple slices in warm caramel, then customize them with a variety of fun and tasty toppings. For adults.

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Teen Advisory Board - In person program

Tue, Nov 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Sunkist Library - Meeting Room

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library? Join the Teen Advisory Board to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services. New participants are always welcome—bring a friend! For Ages 13 - 17

Adult 101: Dining Etiquitte - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Teen Study Room

Join us for a program that explores the nuances of light-but-engaging table talk. Build your confidence and social skills for both formal and informal dining settings. For teens, ages 13 - 17. Teen Study Room.

Stitching Meetup - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

Stitchers of all abilities are welcome to join us for an informal embroidery gathering. Learn a new pattern or stitch to add to your sampler or work on your own project. Library staff will provide basic guidance. For adults.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Alondra Library

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Have suggestions on how we can improve our teen area or program ideas? Join the Teen Advisory Board! I'd love to hear from you! For ages 13 - 17

Movie Day: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026) - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room

Mario ventures into space, exploring cosmic worlds and tackling galactic challenges far from the familiar Mushroom Kingdom. This movie is rated PG - Parental guidance suggested. Recommended for kids ages 7 and up with a caregiver.

DIY Body Sugar Scrub - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room

Create a sweet-smelling sugar scrub to give as gifts or keep for yourself! Choose from a variety of colors and fragrances. All supplies provided. For adults

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Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room

Mindfulness Coloring - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Alondra Library - Conference Room

Are you overwhelmed with schoolwork and need an hour of relaxation? Join us for a coloring session to destress. For ages 13 - 17

Nib Calligraphy Bootcamp - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

El Monte Library - Meeting Room

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Hooked on Books Book Club - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Join us as we delve into Maggie O'Farrell's 'Hamnet'. Copies are available at the Customer Service desk and newcomers are always welcome! For adults.

LGBTQ+ Book Club Discussing Filthy Animals by Brandon Taylor - In-Person and Virtual Program

Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Join the LGBTQ+ Book Club for a hybrid (in-person and online) discussion of Filthy Animals by Brandon Taylor. For adults.

Yarn Heads: Fiber Arts Club

Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library

Have you been looking for a fun group to work on your fiber arts projects with? Join Yarn Heads, our monthly Fiber Arts Club, to work on your crochet, knitting or embroidery projects. Participants will need to bring their own materials. For Adults.

Lomita Book Club - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

We'll explore God of the Woods by Liz Moore. This mystery novel is begins at a summer camp in 1975. A counselor discovers one of the campers, Barbara, has gone missing. Fourteen years later, her brother disappears at the same place. For adults 18+.

Pumpkin Canvas Art for Adults - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Wiseburn Library

Discover some facts about one of the world's oldest domesticated crop and create a stunning pumpkin canvas art to display in your home all Fall. Registration required. For adults, ages 18+.

Off the Island Book Club: THE TESTAMENTS - In-Person Program

Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Avalon Library

We will discuss Margaret Atwood's sequel to THE HANDMAID'S TALE. Return with us to Gilead if you dare! Refreshments will be served, a list of ingredients will be available. Courtesy of Avalon's FOL. For adults.

Book Club for Adults

Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lynwood Library - Meeting Room

In honor of Native American Heritage month, join us for a book discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. For Adults

Wed, Nov 25, 9:30am - 10:00am

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 10:15am - 11:00am

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sandbox Playdate - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 10:15am - 11:00am

Diamond Bar Library

Join us for a fun playdate in the sandbox! Dig for treasures, explore sand toys and enjoy this special sensory experience while bonding with other families.

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Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a morning storytime designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby's early learning skills while you bond through stories, songs, rhymes, and gentle movement. For ages 0 - 18 months with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lake Los Angeles Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Library for All: Color, Craft, & Connect - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 10:50am

New date Monday, November 23, 10:30am - 10:50am

Live Oak Library

Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 24 months and their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Drop in and join us as we color, craft, and connect with friends. Geared towards adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers. All materials will be provided. For adults.

Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

East Los Angeles Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Come enjoy some play and bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. This lapsit-style storytime is for babies up to 18 months and their parent or adult caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:45am

Sorensen Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, movement, and an art activity while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Baby & Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 11:15am - 11:45am

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 11:15am - 11:35am

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Play and Explore! - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Come join us for an hour of play, curiosity, and creativity! Various stations will be available for children to play, learn, and explore. For ages 2 - 5 and their caregivers.

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Wed, Nov 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm

City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm

La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Littlerock Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 11:45am - 12:15pm

A C Bilbrew Library

Please join us for a Parent Café, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Triple P Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian.

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Lancaster Library

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinics - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Willowbrook Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

West Hollywood Library

We've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan). For all ages.

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Norwalk Library

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Compton Library

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Claremont Helen Renwick Library

Naloxone and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

East Los Angeles Library

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Temple City Library

LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone and fentanyl testing strips at a select location. For all ages.

FREE Naloxone Clinic - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

San Fernando Library

Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

El Monte Library

LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.

Music and Movement - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library

Wed, Nov 25, 12:15pm - 1:00pm

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room

Join us as we focus on early literacy through movement, songs, dance, and exploration of musical concepts. For ages 2 - 5 with an adult caregiver.

MākMō: Grateful Greetings - In-Person

Wed, Nov 25, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Norwalk Library - Meeting Room

Show someone how thankful you are! Create a handmade light-up gratitude card by building a simple electrical circuit right on the paper. Design a unique card for a friend or family member and share a thoughtful message of gratitude. For ages 18+

Fall Movie Matinee: Hamilton - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Alondra Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 3:40pm

Agoura Hills Library

Join us for a screening of 'Hamilton.' Movie is rated PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned. For adults.

Computer Basics - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

East Los Angeles Library

A drop-in session for basic computer questions. For adults.

Catalina History: Everything You Want to Know About Catalina But Were Afraid to Ask - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Avalon Library

Island Historian Chuck Liddell hosts a conversation and discussion about Catalina History and local legends. Come with your questions about Catalina and Chuck will try to find the answers! For adults.

Create and Celebrate: Native American Heritage Month

Wed, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room

Join us to honor Native American Heritage Month. Learn about the life of Pueblo potter Maria Martinez as we read aloud the book "Shaped by Her Hands: Maria Martinez" by Anna Harber Freeman. Then try to make your own coil pot using air dry clay.

Learn Basic Tech Digital Skills Training - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library

Teen Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Lynwood Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a book discussion of A Snake Falls to Earth by Darcie Little Badger. Books available at the library for checkout. Ebook available via Hoopla with your library card. For ages 13 - 17

Adult 101: Decision Making - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hermosa Beach Library

When you've got too many choices and not enough fingers to count them on, it can become difficult to move forward. Come by the library to gain insight on decision-making and how you can make the right choices for yourself. For ages 12 - 17.

Colormania: Coloring for Grown Ups - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Avalon Library

STEAM: Ozobots for Teens - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room

Join us as we use Ozobots to learn the basics of coding. Using color-focused programming, you'll guide your Ozobot through a series of mazes, puzzles, and paths of your creation. Supplies are limited. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Pumpkin Catapult Challenge - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

West Covina Library - Meeting Room

Compete to see who can build the best catapult while learning about engineering and physics, and launching pumpkins!

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Family Game Afternoon

Wed, Nov 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Graham Library

Families are invited for an afternoon of board game fun. Stop by, learn a new game, and enjoy some family fun. We'll have a variety of board games to play! For Families.

MākMō: Make Your Own Insect - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Norwalk Library - Meeting Room

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Sewing Basics - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lancaster Library - Group Study Room

Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Sewing Basics - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Paracord and Survival Knots - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room

Fall Equinox Celebration - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Masao W. Satow Library

Let's learn about the change in weather, and why it gets darker earlier in the Fall. We will then create an autumn wreath. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

After School Kids Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carson Library

Join us for educational after school activities, involving art, science, technology, and more! For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Teen Switch Sports Tournament - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Covina Library - Seminar Room

Teens will battle head-to-head until there is only one standing! Winner of the tournament will receive a $15 Starbucks gift card, donated by the Friends of the West Covina Library. For Ages 12 - 17.

Book Club: Poverty, By America - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

El Monte Library - Study Room

Bibliophiles are welcomed! Join us each month for a facilitated discussion of fiction and non-fiction titles. A limited number of copies are available for book club attendees at the library. Light refreshments will be served. For adults.

Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Native American Heritage Month: Photograph Inspired Art - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month and learn about artist Kay WalkingStick, then create a piece inspired by her artistic style! WalkingStick transforms American landscape photographs into expressive paintings on canvas. For adults.

Dungeons and Dragons - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Experience role-playing adventures in the worlds of Dungeons and Dragons. For adults.

Karaoke Night

Wed, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room

Karaoke is interactive entertainment where people sing along to prerecorded music. Learn how karaoke was started, who invented the karaoke machine and how it became a global phenomenon. Then stick around for the opportunity to participate in karaoke!

Documentary Screening: American Cats - The Good, the Bad, and the Cuddly (2024) - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 5:30pm - 7:15pm

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room

Join us at Lancaster Library where we will watch the documentary American Cats - The Good, the Bad, and the Cuddly (2024). For adults.

Create & Unwind - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Relax and create with us! There are various ways to de-stress from writing, drawing, or coloring. For adults.

Paint Night for Adults - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sorensen Library - Meeting Room

Join us for relaxing night of basic acrylic painting and learn simple techniques and composition. Well also have a showcase of attendee art. For adults.

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Puzzle Night for Adults

Wed, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Did you know that solving puzzles can help reduce stress, improve your mood, and strengthen your brain's processes? Join us for a fun and engaging night of puzzle solving! For adults.

Lofi Study Hall

Wed, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Florence Library

Tis the season for finals! Are you looking for a quiet space to get some work or studying done? Do you like quiet Lofi music playing in the background? For adults.

Kanopy Movie Night: THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Avalon Library

Discover your library card's access to Kanopy, our database of fabulous movies. And then stick around for our annual screening of Monty Python's hilarious historical classic. With popcorn! Rated PG: some parental guidence suggested. For adults.

Pajama Storytime - The Season of Thanks! - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Walnut Library - Meeting Room

Put on your cozy jammies, bring along your favorite stuffy or blanket, and join us for a mellow evening of stories, songs, and art activities. For children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.

Zumba - In-Person Program

Wed, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

West Covina Library - Meeting Room

Getting Teenagers Connected Seminar - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library

Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 0 – 3 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:30am

Westlake Village Library

Join us to learn about Getting Teenagers Connected and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents & caregivers of teens ages 13 - 18.

Fiber Arts Meetup - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Looking for a welcoming space to work on your current fiber art project? Look no further! Join us to meet up with others and bring your crochet, embroidery, etc. to work on. For Adults.

Saturday Morning Cartoons - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Lawndale Library

Saturday mornings are for fun and educational cartoons at the library! Join us to revisit some classic favorites and experience read-along stories using Kanopy, the Library's free TV and movie streaming service. For ages 5 - 12.

Sat, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Carson Library

Team Trivia at the Library - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm

El Monte Library - Meeting Room

Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

Join us for competitive team trivia with prizes awarded to the top team! Bring your own team or join one when you arrive. Teams will be limited to six players. For adults.

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Native American Heritage Month: Beaded Corn Craft

Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Happy Native American Heritage Month! We'll be learning about the Gabrieleno Tongva Nation, the indigenous people of the Los Angeles basin. After, we'll work on making our own beaded corn art. For Adults.

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Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Woodcrest Library

Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lynwood Library - Meeting Room

In honor of Native American Heritage month, join us for a book discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. For Adults

Teen Advisory Meeting

Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Join the Teen Advisory Board! You will have the opportunity to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services. After the meeting get to know TAB members and join us for a game day. For teens ages 14 - 17.

Composting 101 - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Avalon Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

This hands-on in-person workshop will show you how to start composting easily at home. This is a Smart Gardening workshop presented by LA County Public Works. Learn more at: cleanla.lacounty.gov/events. For adults.

STEM: Paper Circuit Cards - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Maywood Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 28, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room

Have fun making simple or complex paper circuits in the form of a card. Using copper tape, LEDs, a battery, and your imagination, you can make holiday cards, lightsaber cards, birthday cards, and more! For kids ages 7–12 with a parent or caregiver.

Raising Confident, Competent Children Seminar - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Compton Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Nov 28, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn about raising confident, competent children and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12.

Rock Your Mocs - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Live Oak Library - Meeting Room

Join us as we read together "Rock Your Mocs" by Laurel Goodluck. Together we will learn about Indigenous culture, the variety of moccasins and design our very pair of "mocs". For ages 5-12

Family Film Afternoon - PAW PATROL: The Dino Movie - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Artesia Library - Meeting Room

PAW Patrol's most epic movie adventure begins when the pups crash land on a mysterious dinosaur island! Rated PG. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Native American Heritage Month: Baseball Greats - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Youth Chess Club - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Are you interested in chess? Come to the library for casual games and meet others who also enjoy playing!

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Once Upon a Greeting Card - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun and festive greeting card-making workshop! Get creative with colorful paper, markers, and more as you design a card to share with friends and family. Materials will be provided; one card per individual. For all ages.

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After the Disaster: How to Help Your Child - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Duarte Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn about "After the Disaster: How to Help Your Child". This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 12.

Weekend Book Club: "Two Ships" by David S. Reynolds - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carson Library - Meeting Room

Patrons can join a facilitated discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited amount of titles are available to pick up at the library. October's book: "Two Ships" by David S. Reynolds. For adults.

Teen Advisory Board: Gaming Afternoon - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room

Join the Teen Advisory Board this month for an afternoon of gaming with your friends! Make a difference at the library in your community and join TAB! For ages 14 - 17

Teen Game Day - In-Person Program

Sat, Nov 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Drop in for an afternoon of gaming with your friends! We have a Nintendo Switch and games like MarioKart 8 Deluxe and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, along with a selection of classic board games too. For pre-teens and teens ages 12 - 17.

Sat, Nov 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Artesia Library - Meeting Room

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 12 - 18.

Make Your Own Animal Pal - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hollydale Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Mon, Nov 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Topanga Library - Meeting Room

Create a playful paper bag animal puppet while building early learning skills. Give your new friend a name, get it ready for its forever home, and learn about ways to keep your pet happy and healthy! For ages 2 - 5 with their caregivers.

Wellness Workshop: Creative Tools for Mental Well-Being - LEAP Support Group

Mon, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Willowbrook Library

Mental Health Support Group

The Wellness Lab: Mental Health Education - LEAP Support Group

Mon, Nov 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

East Los Angeles Library

Mental Health Education for Stress Management and Coping Skills

Adult 101 Life Skills For Teens: Sewing Basics - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Castaic Library - Teen Study Room

Teens, join us to learn some basic sewing techniques. Then put those new skills to the test as we guide you through sewing a cute turkey plushie to take home. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Made to Give - In Person Program

Mon, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Chet Holifield Library

Looking for exercise and fitness advice? Grab your friends and discover the secrets to getting fit and staying healthy. For teens ages 13 - 17

Mon, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Make a handmade gift for someone special! Explore how thoughtful, personalized gifts can show appreciation, strengthen connections, and bring joy to others. Discover that giving doesn't have to be expensive to be meaningful. For ages 12 - 17.

Memory Wire Bracelets - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Manhattan Beach Library

Get creative and make your own beautiful memory wire beaded bracelet! Choose from a variety of colorful beads and wires to design a unique bracelet that wraps comfortably around your wrist. For adults.

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Native American Heritage Month: Migration and Family History - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Los Nietos Library - Meeting Room

Puzzle Club - In person program

Mon, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sunkist Library - Meeting Room

If you enjoy challenging your mind and putting together puzzles, join us for an evening of relaxation at the puzzle club! Feel free to work as a team or as an individual. For adults

Story Crafters Book Club: - Sisters in the Wind by Angeline Boulley

Mon, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

East Los Angeles Library

Enjoy special storytimes, arts & crafts, music, and playtimes designed to help children ages 0 - 5 build early learning skills and create unforgettable memories together. For children ages 0-5 and their dads or male caregivers.

Mon, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Ready to bring your favorite stories to life? Join our unique book club where we turn literary inspiration into tangible art! For Adults.

Explore Saturn - In-Person Program

Mon, Nov 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

Using the Library's telescope join us and explore the planet Saturn. This event is conditional based on the weather that day, please call us that afternoon to confirm conditions will allow this to happen. For adults.

Tue, Dec 01, 10:15am - 10:45am

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun bonding experience with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books! For babies up to 18 months and their parent or caregiver.

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Tue, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Emotional Wellbeing and Stress

Tue, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 01, 10:30am - 12:30pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Meeting Room

This workshop will discuss the physical and emotional impact stress can have on health and wellbeing. Participants will also gain tips on how to handle stress in a healthy and productive way.

Virtual Book Club Discusses: So Old, So Young by Grant Grinder - Virtual Program

Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

La Crescenta Library

Join us in December as the Virtual Book Club discusses "So Old, So Young" by Grant Grinder. The book club meets weekly on Tuesdays from 11am - 12pm. For adults.

Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Masao W. Satow Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:45am

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Drop-In Hands Only CPR - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Florence Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is offering free trainings on Hands-Only CPR, a life-saving skill that increases the survival rate of a person in cardiac arrest emergency. For adults, teens, and children.

Naloxone (Narcan) Clinic - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library

In response to the increase in deaths caused by fentanyl and other opioids, the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health will be offering free prepackaged doses of naloxone nasal spray (Narcan). For adults.

The Darkest Hour Book Club - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

We will discuss 'Rules for Aging and Larceny' by Julia London. Copies available at the library. For adults.

Activity Hour for Kids: Snowflake Cards - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 01, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Chet Holifield Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Children's Theater

Make a card for a friend and try different techniques, like watercolor on white crayon, for drawing snowflakes!

CrEATive Plate: Kid's Cooking - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Compton Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn the joy of gift giving! Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or beginner, this hands-on workshop will help spark creativity and yield the perfect gift for someone’s special day, or any day at all! For ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Florence Library

Join the fun as CrEATive Plate teaches kids the fundamentals of cooking with a nutritional component. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Winter Wonderland Village - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Florence Library

Tue, Dec 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lake Los Angeles Library

Let's use our creative skills to make winter wonderland village inspired by city planning. Bring the whole family to decorate little buildings and add to the wonderland community. For families with teens and children ages 5 +.

Relax & Color for Adults - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

George Nye, Jr. Library

Explore the simple painting techniques to create your own winter-inspired work that's perfect for seasonal décor or gifting. This is for adults of all skill levels, and all materials will be provided.

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Tue, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

Join us for a session of coloring for adults. Coloring can be a relaxing and therapeutic way to de-stress while being creative. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own coloring book or pages. For adults.

The Power of Positive Parenting Seminar - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lancaster Library

Caregiving and Planning for the Holidays with the Alzheimer's Association - Virtual Event

Tue, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Program

The holidays are filled with fun & memories, but a person living with Alzheimer's may feel a sense of loss because of the changes they are experiencing. Caregivers may feel overwhelmed maintaining traditions providing care and safety.

Women and Books Discussing Persuasion by Jane Austen - In-Person and Virtual Program

Tue, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Join the book club for a hybrid (in-person and online) discussion of Persuasion by Jane Austen. For adults.

Iacoboni Book Club - "The Hobbit"

Tue, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Join us for our monthly book club! This month we'll be discussing "The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien. Copies of the book will be available at the customer service desk. This program is for adults.

The Darkest Hour Virtual Book Club - Virtual Program

Tue, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

La Crescenta Library

Tue, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Agoura Hills Library

We will discuss 'Rules for Aging and Larceny.' Copies available at the library. For adults.

Wed, Dec 02, 9:30am - 10:00am

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 10:15am - 11:00am

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 10:15am - 10:45am

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lake Los Angeles Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

East Los Angeles Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Citizenship Classes - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Come enjoy some play and bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. This lapsit-style storytime is for babies up to 18 months and their parent or adult caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Building Skills Partnership is offering 10-week Citizenship Classes every Wednesday from December 2 through February 17! Gain the knowledge, resources, and confidence you need to navigate your citizenship journey. For adults.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 11:15am - 11:45am

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 11:15am - 11:35am

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Wed, Dec 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm

City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 11:30am - 12:00pm

La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Littlerock Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 11:45am - 12:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library

Join us in the children's area for an interactive Circle Time featuring stories, rhymes, and music designed for children ages 0 - 2 years and their caregivers.

Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library

Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Lancaster Library

Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Willowbrook Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Norwalk Library

Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinics - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Compton Library

Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

West Hollywood Library

We've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan). For all ages.

Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person

Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

El Monte Library

LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.

Snowman Names Craft for Early Learners - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Cozy up at Lomita Library and make your own personalized snowman using the letters in your name. After you build your paper snowman, decorate it using pom-poms, glitter, and snowflakes. For ages 2 - 5 with a parent or caregiver.

Afternoon Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Westlake Village Library

We will discuss 'Buckeye' by Ryan. For adults.

Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library

Wed, Dec 02, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Teen Advisory Board and Snowflakes - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Alondra Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Library Friends - Bingo

Wed, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun game of bingo, this program is designed for adults with developmental differences. For Adults 18+ with developmental differences and their caregivers.

Wed, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Join the Teen Advisory Board! Earn community service hours and provide suggestions for new programs, while working with teens that share your interest in the library. For ages 12 - 17.

Iacoboni Book Club - "The Hobbit"

Wed, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Join us for our monthly book club! This month we'll be discussing "The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien. Copies of the book will be available at the customer service desk. This program is for adults.

Gingerbread House Decorating - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hermosa Beach Library

Bring your geometry skills and build your own gingerbread house out of wood. We'll provide the supplies, you provide the imagination! For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver. Generously sponsored by Hermosa Beach FOL.

Dinosaur Discovery Station with Dino West Adventures - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

Billy Bonkers Magic Show - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Agoura Hills Library

Come and learn some magic with the Billy Bonkers Magic Show! This interactive magic and comedy show has a unique British twist. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

LACMA: Communities Create LA! Shaping Paper and Clay - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Design a mixed-media artwork with colorful paper cutouts and clay inspired by Henri Matisse's La Gerbe (1953). Explore shape, color, and composition to build floral-inspired collages celebrating imagination and artistic expression. For ages 5 – 12.

Children's STEM Program: 3D Printing a Customized Gift - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Masao W. Satow Library - Study Room

School is challenging, studying doesn't have to be. Come to our study hall sessions at the library for free access to WiFi and space to get some work done. For teens, ages 13 - 17.

Wed, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room

Interested in seeing your creations come to life? Learning to use a 3D printer may seem intimidating, but with this program, learning to 3D print will become easier than ever. For ages 8 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

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Calligraphy Holiday Cards for Teens - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

La Puente Library - Study Room

Have you ever seen inspirational quotes in fancy writing and thought, “I wish I could make one of those!”? Then, come and learn basic calligraphy writing and create cards with inspirational reminders for your family and friends. For teens ages 12-18.

Magic Show with Joe Wonderment - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carson Library

Join award-winning magician Joe Wonderment for an evening of magic, mystery, and laughter. This interactive performance blends sleight of hand, mind-reading, and impossible feats right before your eyes. For ages 5 - 11 with their parent or caregiver.

All About the Christmas Tree - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Maywood Library

Enjoy stories about the Christmas tree and learn the origins of this beloved holiday tradition! Through a fun activity, children will explore how Christmas trees have changed over time. For children ages 5 - 12.

Classics Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

East Los Angeles Library

A discussion of Walter Mosley's "Devil in a Blue Dress". For adults.

Teen Advisory Board - Tabletop Tennis Tournament! - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hawthorne Library - Meeting Room

Voice your opinions and make suggestions for new programs and services, while working with other teens who share your interest in the library. A friendly tabletop tennis tournament will be held after to de-stress before finals. For ages 12 - 17.

Magic with Christopher T. Magician - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fantastic performance by Christopher T. Magician who will amaze and delight you with his dazzling tricks and comedy routine! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Calligraphy Holiday Cards for Teens - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Pico Rivera Library

Have you ever seen inspirational quotes in fancy holiday cards and thought, “I wish I could make one of those!”? Then, come and learn basic calligraphy writing and create cards for your family and friends. For teens ages 12-18.

STEAM: Ozobots for Teens - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lawndale Library - Meeting Room

Let's Make Snow Slime! - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Let it snow... slime? You'll learn how to make your own snow slime and how it's not only a fun toy, but a great tool to relieve stress. You can even gift it to a friend or keep for yourself! For ages 6 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Handheld Holiday Tree - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Norwalk Library - Meeting Room

Learn about the history of Christmas trees and how this popular holiday tradition began and spread around the world. For children ages 5 - 12.

Community Playlist: Listening Party

Wed, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a listening party using music prompts to inspire song choices, share favorites, and discover new music. Talk about the memories, moods, and stories behind the songs while helping create a group playlist. For Adults.

Fun Family Movie and Art - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lancaster Library

Wed, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

Bring the family to watch "Toy Story 5" and enjoy craft time. The movie is rated PG. No registration required. All materials will be provided, available while supplies last. For ages 5 and up with caregiver.

Play and Explore - In - Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Temple City Library - Meeting Room

Build your child's pre literacy, social, and motor skills with hands on activities. From block to puppets, different activity stations will be available for exploration. For children 1 - 4 with parent or caregiver.

Twelfth Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 7:15pm

La Crescenta Library

Join us for an evening of festivities as we bedazzle the library with lights to brighten the holidays. We will gather at 5:30 pm in the courtyard for music and festivities as we count down. Three... Two... One... Magic! For all ages.

Knit, Crochet, and Craft - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room

Explore simple painting techniques to create your own winter-inspired work that's perfect for seasonal décor or gifting. This is for adults of all skill levels, and all materials will be provided.

Wed, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy an evening of crafting for adults where you can learn knitting and crochet basics! Experienced crafters are invited to check out books and magazines for new projects and to exchange ideas with fellow knitters and crocheters. For adults

Candle Painting - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

Have you ever tried turning your candles into art? Join us as we use candle wax paint to decorate pillars and take it home for yourself or give it to someone as a gift! For adults.

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A Christmas Carol - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Hermosa Beach Library

Watch as Duffy Hudson transforms into the iconic Ebenezer Scrooge, guiding viewers through the magical journey of Christmases past, present and future. For ages 5 and up. Generously sponsored by Hermosa Beach Friends of the Library.

Zumba Class - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

West Covina Library - Meeting Room

Yarn & Yap

Wed, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Grab your yarn and your hook, it's time to stitch and socialize. Come for the crochet, stay for the conversation. For adults

Adult All Abilities Color & Play - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Lancaster Library

Come relax and get creative with our adult coloring pages featuring animals and nature, mandala designs, and positive phrases, or play with our fun and soothing kinetic sand. Open to individuals with disabilities and their caregivers. For adults.

Thu, Dec 03, 10:15am - 10:45am

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

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Thu, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Agoura Hills Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norwalk Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 10:30am - 10:50am

La Cañada Flintridge Library

Book Club - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodcrest Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hermosa Beach Library

Join us for a lively discussion of Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi. Books are available for check out at the library. For adults.

Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hawthorne Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Thu, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

East Los Angeles Library

Please join us for stories, songs, and gentle movements designed for babies 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:45am

Lancaster Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

San Fernando Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chet Holifield Library

Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity. Help children learn social and emotional skills through shared play time and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For children ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers.

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Rosemead Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

La Puente Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Basic Computer Skills: QR Code Basics - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

La Verne Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Compton Library - Meeting Room

Seeing QR codes everywhere? Learn what they are and build your confidence using QR codes. For ages 18+

Helping children develop healthy screentime habits - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cudahy Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:30pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Join us to learn about positive parenting and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 -12.

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.

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Brain Games - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Thu, Dec 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Keep your brain fresh with engaging games like Qwirkle, Qwix, Kingdomino, and more! Games are provided by the Friends of the West Hollywood Library. Especially for adults 55 and up.

Festive Family Loteria Afternoon - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

West Hollywood Library - Children's Theater

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

LA BIBLIOTECA! is hosting a festive family afternoon of Lotería. Join the celebration by having a friendly competition with other families and have fun spending time with your loved ones this holiday. For all ages.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) and MakMo 3D Printing

Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Giving gifts with 3D printing is fun and personal! Join us for a tutorial on creating 3D gifts of your own. This is also your chance to join the Teen Advisory Board and let us know what programs you'd like to see at the library.

Snowglobes

Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

It's that time of year when the weather becomes chilly, and things turn frosty. Learn about winter and snow and create your own snow globe! For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

All the Projects - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

Missed one of our programs this year? Not to worry! This is your chance to do all the library projects you might have missed out on. For ages 5 - 12.

Design a 3D Printed Gift - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carson Library

Giving gifts with 3D printing is fun and personal! Join us at the library for a tutorial on creating 3D gifts of your own. By the end of the week, you could have your very own 3D print to gift! For ages 12 - 18.

Adult 101: Fitness - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

San Fernando Library - Meeting Room

Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

Do you want a healthier lifestyle, but you don't know where to start? Getting some movement is a great place to start! For teens 13 - 17

STEAM: Holiday LED Greeting Cards - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

El Monte Library - Meeting Room

Come and learn about basic circuitry and electricity while also exploring library resources and books on the topic. Teens will receive supplies to create a greeting card using preselected paper-craft materials. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Teen Advisory Board: How to Gift Wrap - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Temple City Library - Meeting Room

Need to make a bow? Not sure how to wrap a odd shape gift? Join us to learn some basic tips on gift wrapping and make your own bow. Bring something to wrap. For ages 12 - 17

Author Talk: Kiss of the Black Flame with Helen Scheuerer - Virtual Event

Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Program

Some bargains are sealed with blood. Others with fire. The deadliest are sealed with a kiss... Join us for a downright intoxicating conversation with fantasy author Helen Scheuerer as we delve into her thrilling new novel, Kiss of the Black Flame.

Winter Highlights with Ina the Sunshine Storyteller - In-Person Event

Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

East Los Angeles Library

Thu, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Anthony Quinn Library - Main Room

Join us for a performance as Ina the Storyteller explores wintery stories, customs, and songs from around the world that unite us all! For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Adult 101: Budgeting Basics - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board to voice your opinion and provide suggestions for new programs and services. Enjoy team-building games with friends! For teens ages 13 - 17.

Thu, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Want to spend money effectively and track where it comes from and where it goes? Learn the basics of budgeting and then paint your very own piggy bank to take home. For teens, ages 13 - 17.

Daddy & Me Storytime - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Westlake Village Library

Open Mic - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Step up to the mic and share your voice! Our quarterly Open Mic Night invites stand-up comedians, poets, storytellers, and other spoken or written word artists to perform in a welcoming, creative space. For adults.

Sustainable Winter Swap: Toy Exchange Market

Thu, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room

This winter, come with your families and trade out your old treasures for “new-to-you” toys and books! -Join us for a community toy swap where sustainability meets creativity. Bring clean, gently used toys or books from home to swap. For families.

Teen Hangout & Teen Advisory Board

Thu, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:15pm

Florence Library

An after-school space for teens to hang out, relax, connect, and get creative. We’ll have crafts, board games, and snacks! For teens ages 13 - 17.

Thu, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lake Los Angeles Library

Come join us for an evening of play, curiosity, and creativity! Various stations will be available for children to play and explore. For ages 0 - 5 with a caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 9:30am - 10:00am

Hermosa Beach Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 10:15am - 10:45am

George Nye, Jr. Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 10:15am - 10:45am

Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room

With your baby on your lap, enjoy bonding through favorite old and new nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs, and age-appropriate books. For ages 0 - 24 months with an adult caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Carson Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.

Fri, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

La Cañada Flintridge Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

DIY Gift Bags - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawndale Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

Add a personal touch to your gifts with a beautiful gift bag, handmade by you! All materials will be provided. Space and supplies are limited. Please arrive early to get a seat. For adults 18+

Fri, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Duarte Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bell Express Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Masao W. Satow Library

Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn social and emotional skills and develop fine and gross motor skills in our Play Day. For children ages 0 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Socrates Cafe: Brewing Conversations - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carson Library - Meeting Room

Join others in your community for an informal, philosophical discussion and explore different perspectives to life's fundamental questions. Topics range from ethical to social, and contemporary issues. Light refreshments will be served. For adults.

Classical Guitar Concert - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

The Pepperdine Guitar Department presents a concert featuring musicians studying with world-renowned classical guitar virtuoso Christopher Parkening. For adults.

The Source: Resource Event for the Unhoused and Housing Insecure - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Resources and personal, one-on-one assistance for housing, mental health care, vaccines, food aid, and more. For all ages.

Tough Topics for Teens: Fentanyl and Opioid Abuse - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Adult 101: Do-It-Yourself Basics - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bell Express Library

Want to know how to fix a broken shelf or hang a picture on the wall? You'll need some tool basics first. Stop by the library to learn about proper tool handling and techniques which can help you prepare to live independently. For ages 13 - 17.

Fri, Dec 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Video Game Night

Fri, Dec 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Florence Library

Fri, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Friends of the Library Book Sale - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library

Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Help children learn gross motor skills through play and enjoy a unique family bonding experience. For ages 0 – 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Dec 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room

Gift a book, music, or a movie bought at our Santa Book Sale! Come early for the best selections. For all ages.

Pop-Up Children's Book Sale - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 10:15am - 10:30am

La Puente Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Dec 05, 10:15am - 12:15pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library

Join the Culver City Friends of the Library for a pop-up sale of children's books in the lobby and on the patio. Prices range from 50¢ to $2 per book.

Moving and Grooving - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 10:15am - 10:45am

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Microsoft Word for Beginners - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Hawthorne Library - Meeting Room

New to Microsoft Word? Join an easy-to-follow, slow-paced class that covers all the basics. Learn how to create, save and print documents, format text, adjust paragraphs, change page layouts, and more! Registration required. For adults.

English/Mandarin Bilingual Storytime 中英雙語故事時間 - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:45am

Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room

Join us for stories, fingerplays, and songs in both English and Mandarin Chinese. Afterwards, enjoy fun family bonding time with crafts and sensory activities! For ages 2 - 7 with their parent or caregiver.

Saturday Morning Cartoons - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Lawndale Library

Saturday mornings are for fun and educational cartoons at the library! Revisit some classic favorites and experience read-along stories using Kanopy, the Library's free TV and movie streaming service. For ages 5 - 12with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Dec 05, 10:30am - 10:50am

Carson Library

Join us for an interactive Circle Time featuring stories, rhymes, and music designed for babies and young toddlers. For ages 0 - 24 months and their parent or caregiver.

Cheryl Lev Family Concert - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bell Gardens Library

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.

Sat, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:15am

Hermosa Beach Library

Interactive family music concert for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Guitar-led singing, movement, and child-friendly instruments. For ages 0 – 5 with parent or caregiver. Generously sponsored by Hermosa Beach FOL.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting - In-Person: Held in the Meeting Room

Sat, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Norwalk Library

Newton's Balloon Blast-off - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Get ready to launch into Newton's Third Law of Motion! Build your own balloon rocket and explore the forces behind flight. We'll learn that every action has an equal an opposite reaction and test our rockets in a high-flying race. For ages 5 – 12.

This event is full

Middle School Book Club - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

Join us to discuss 'Secrets of the Broken House' by Taryn Souders. For ages 11 - 14.

View Park Library Book Club - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

We will read and discuss Fire Exit by Morgan Talty. Please visit the library, call, or email cray@library.lacounty.gov to be added to the email list. For adults.

Toddler Paint: Ice Cube Painting - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Rosemead Library - Meeting Room

Explore early learning skills, pre-writing, imagination, and problem solving with your child through free-form art activities. This month we will be painting with ice cubes! For ages 1 - 5 with parent or caregiver.

Drag Story Hour - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun drag storytime with the fabulous Tia Wanna Ross reading stories that promote diversity and inclusion! Co-sponsored by the City of West Hollywood through WeHo Arts. For children of all ages.

Filipino Christmas Parol - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Learn about Filipino holiday traditions by creating your own beaded parol keychain! A parol is a traditional star-shaped Filipino lantern displayed by Catholics before and during the Christmas season. For ages 12-18.

Decorate Your Own Ceramic Vase - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Artesia Library - Meeting Room

Make your new favorite flower vase with guest artist Ana Parkinson. Learn how to design and apply glaze to a premade ceramic vase. Your piece will be fired and returned to the library for pick up. For adults.

Sat, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Temple City Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Make Your Own Holiday Pillow - In-Person

Sat, Dec 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Maywood Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Dec 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Norwalk Library - Meeting Room

Come learn about different holidays and traditions from around the world, then use your creativity to design your own holiday-inspired pillow to take home.*For ages 13–17.

Writers Supporting Writers - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Compton Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Sat, Dec 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Looking for a place to connect with fellow writers and grow your craft? Join Writers Supporting Writers! For adults.

Imagination Station - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room

It's DIY art for the whole family. Craft art to display in the library, make gifts, ornaments, and more! Both general and holiday-themed supplies will be provided. We will also learn about Grandma Moses. For ages 4–12 with a parent or caregiver.

Gingerbread House Challenge - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

Explore the world of architecture, and learn about shape, texture, and color. Then take the gingerbread house challenge and create your own. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Read to a Dog - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library

Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a trained therapy dog and volunteer handler from the BARK Reading Dogs group! For children ages 5 – 14 years old, accompanied by an adult.

International Holiday Dance Show - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Come join Gypsy Folk Ensemble in a multi-cultural holiday celebration! The dance troupe will perform a colorful mixture of dances from various countries! For children ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Death Cafe - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an informal, respectful conversation about death and dying. For adults.

Arctic Trivia Night - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Sat, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Brrr! The library is getting cold! Join us to test your knowledge of the Arctic. From polar bears and icy landscapes to extreme weather and fascinating animal facts, discover how much you really know about one of Earth’s coldest places. For all ages.

Family Movie: Toy Story 5 - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Join us for our family movie: Toy Story 5. Woody, Buzz, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs are challenged when they're introduced to electronics, a new threat to playtime. For ages 6 and up

Brick by Brick - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! You can even earn community service hours while you have fun. New participants are always welcome—bring a friend! For ages 12 - 18.

Sat, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room

Join us for brick building! Build your own or work in a team to make designs using different types of building objects. We provide the materials, just bring your imagination! For ages 5 - 12 with caregiver.

Wintery Coasters - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room

Explore simple painting techniques to create your own winter-inspired work that's perfect for seasonal décor or gifting. This is for adults of all skill levels, and all materials will be provided.

Sat, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

La Crescenta Library

Join us to create a set of fun wintery cork coasters. Between steps creating your coasters, share hot cocoa with other attendees and learn more about Hygge: The Danish art of creating warmth, coziness and togetherness. All supplies are provided.

Mindful Photo Walk

Sat, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Chicano Resource Center

Photography teaching artist Marilyn Montúfar leads us through a photography workshop that includes a photo walk to capture photos and learn about mindfulness being present in nature and observing the sights and sounds of the outdoors.

Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Join us to learn about Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits & explore strategies to take home. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents & caregivers of 3-12.

Acrylic Flower - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Westlake Village Library

We will paint a single flower using palette knives and acrylic paint. For adults.

This event is full

Movies at the Library: Don Quixote the Ingenius Gentleman of La Mancha - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawndale Library - Meeting Room

Tilting at windmills lately? See the story that gave us the saying and ride with the Don and loyal Sancho in this retelling of the Spanish classic: Don Quixote: The Ingenious Gentleman of La Mancha. This film is not rated. For adults, ages 18+.

Plant & Garden Club - Gardener Gifts - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

Join other gardeners and plant enthusiasts as we create garden-themed gifts you can keep for yourself or share with others! We will have the supplies to create dried flower windchimes, decorate mini flower pots, and paint watercolor bookmarks.

Teen Volunteer Recruitment - In-Person

Sat, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Learn about the ins and outs of being a teen volunteer at San Gabriel Library and share why you want to join our volunteer team. For ages 14 - 17

Styrofoam Ornaments for Adults - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Lancaster Library

Celebrate the season and join us in creating a festive ornament out of styrofoam and colorful fabric. For ages 18 and over.

Art Activity for Adults with Developmental Differences

Mon, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hollydale Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Mon, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Baby Art Exploration - In-Person Program

Mon, Dec 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a delightful sensory art experience designed to spark your baby's curiosity and early development! We'll provide a stimulating environment with various non-toxic materials for babies to explore. For ages 0-24 months and their caregivers.

Wellness Workshop: Creative Tools for Mental Well-Being - LEAP Support Group

Mon, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Willowbrook Library

Mental Health Support Group

The Wellness Lab: Mental Health Education - LEAP Support Group

Mon, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

East Los Angeles Library

Mental Health Education for Stress Management and Coping Skills

Mystery Book Club - In-Person Program

Mon, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sorensen Library - Meeting Room

Help the library brainstorm and create new teen programming while playing games and having some afterschool snacks. Open to all teens, no sign-up needed. For teens, ages 13 - 17

Mon, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Los Angeles Library

Join our book club as we discuss a different mystery book each month. This month's selection is 'Magpie Murders' by Anthony Horowitz. The book is available at the circulation desk for checkout. For adults.

Mon, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

East Los Angeles Library

Craft and Connect Club

Tue, Dec 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Florence Library

Tue, Dec 08, 10:15am - 10:45am

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

Tue, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Virtual Book Club Discusses: So Old, So Young by Grant Grinder - Virtual Program

Tue, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

La Crescenta Library

Join us in December as the Virtual Book Club discusses "So Old, So Young" by Grant Grinder. The book club meets weekly on Tuesdays from 11am - 12pm. For adults.

Tue, Dec 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Malibu Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Author Talk: Property of the Revolution with Ana Hebra Flaster - Virtual Event

Tue, Dec 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Masao W. Satow Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Program

What happens when the country you love forces you out, leaving you just two days to abandon everything you’ve ever known? Join us for a conversation with author and essayist Ana Hebra Flaster as we discuss her memoir.

Tue, Dec 08, 11:00am - 11:45am

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Florence Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Coloring for Adults - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Join us for story-time designed for babies and their caregivers. Build your baby’s pre-literacy, cognitive, and motor skills while you bond through stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. For babies up to 24 months, with parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room

An afternoon of coloring. For adults.

Agoura Readers Book Club - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

Join us to discuss 'The Wedding People' by Alison Espach. Copies available at Customer Service. For adults.

The Source: Resource Event for the Unhoused and Housing Insecure - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Norwalk Library

Resources and personal, one-on-one assistance for housing, mental health care, vaccines, food aid, and more.

Upcycled Winter Decorations - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Chet Holifield Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Woodcrest Library

Learn about creative upcycling and make your own Winter decorations using a variety of recycled materials. All materials will be provided. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Celebrate the Holidays: Let's Jam with Key N Harmony - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate the holidays through the joy of music! Join us for a special live music, singing & movement program with Key N Harmony! For ages 0 -5 with an adult.

Bilingual Storytime - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Join us for bilingual storytime and learn Spanish words with stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by a fun art activity. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Family ASL Workshop/Taller familiar de lenguaje de señas

Tue, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Paramount Library

Learn sign language with the whole family! ¡Aprenda lengua de señas con toda la familia!

Analog Messaging: Postcards - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawndale Library - Conference Room

Slow down with us for an afternoon of old-school “messaging”. Learn about some of the finer points of letter writing and use watercolors to design your own postcard. For teens ages 12 – 18.

Let it Slime! - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Rosemead Library - Meeting Room

Let It Snow, Sparkle & SLIME! Mix, squish, & stretch your own glittery winter slime while exploring the science of polymers & activators. Create a snow-inspired piece to take home! While supplies last! For ages 6 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Tue, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Compton Library - Meeting Room

MākMō: Light-Up Snowflakes - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carson Library - Meeting Room

Tue, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Florence Library

Join us for a snowy time as we discover the symmetrical beauty of snowflakes and learn to make your very own decorative piece that lights up! For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Winter Fest - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Florence Library

Tue, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Pico Rivera Library

Join us as we celebrate winter! We'll read winter stories, make snowflakes to resemble the snowy season and create a wooden disc ornament to keep or share. For ages 5-12 with a parent or caregiver.

Teen Tuesday in Winter - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 4:05pm - 5:05pm

Lancaster Library

Join us for a different hands-on activity each time while learning and practicing essential soft skills, including problem-solving, creativity, teamwork and collaboration, adaptability, and time management. For ages 13 - 17.

Build and Explore - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy S.T.E.M. fun at the library. Have you ever wanted to be an architect? Test out some design challenges and see what you can build with our Keva Planks and Magna-Tiles! For ages 6 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Adult 101: Mindfulness - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

George Nye, Jr. Library

Are you mindful of your own mind? Come by your library and learn about mindfulness and techniques on how to stay mindful. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Stitching Meetup - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

Movie Night: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 5:30pm - 7:15pm

Lancaster Library

Getting Teenagers Connected - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Tue, Dec 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Explore simple painting techniques to create your own winter-inspired work that's perfect for seasonal décor or gifting. This is for adults of all skill levels, and all materials will be provided.

Daddy & Me Storytime - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 12 - 18.

Tue, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

La Crescenta Library

Book Discussion for Adults: After Annie by Anna Quindlen - In-Person Program

Tue, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sorensen Library - Meeting Room

Join us to read and discuss the fiction book After Annie by Anne Quindlen. For Adults.

Tue, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

La Crescenta Library

Explore simple painting techniques to create your own winter-inspired work that's perfect for seasonal décor or gifting. This is for adults of all skill levels, and all materials will be provided.

Wed, Dec 09, 9:30am - 10:00am

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 10:15am - 11:00am

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an interactive Circle Time featuring stories, rhymes, and music designed for babies and young toddlers ages 0 - 24 months and their caregivers.

Wed, Dec 09, 10:15am - 10:45am

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

East Los Angeles Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Citizenship Classes - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Come enjoy some play and bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. This lapsit-style storytime is for babies up to 18 months and their parent or adult caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lennox Library - Study Room

Wed, Dec 09, 11:15am - 11:45am

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 11:30am - 12:25pm

City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm

La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Littlerock Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 11:45am - 12:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library

Join us in the children's area for an interactive Circle Time featuring stories, rhymes, and music designed for children ages 0 - 2 years and their caregivers.

Wed, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library

Wed, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Lancaster Library

Wed, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Willowbrook Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Norwalk Library

Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinics - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Compton Library

Wed, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

West Hollywood Library

We've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan). For all ages.

Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Test Strip Clinic - In-Person

Wed, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

El Monte Library

LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.

Wed, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library

Wed, Dec 09, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Dec 09, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Alondra Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Festival of Lights - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Chet Holifield Library

Explore simple painting techniques to create your own winter-inspired work that's perfect for seasonal décor or gifting. This is for adults of all skill levels, and all materials will be provided.

Wed, Dec 09, 2:30pm - 3:15pm

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Join for the Festival of Lights program to explore winter traditions from around the world, including Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa. For ages 5 – 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Once Upon a Candy House for Teens - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Learn about European folklore and the Brothers Grimm as you decorate your own graham cracker and candy house inspired by Hansel and Gretel. For grades 6 - 12.

Needle Arts Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room

Join us for our monthly Needle Arts Club! Explore the art of knitting and crocheting! For adults.

Book Club for Adults: Read and Tell! - In-Person

Wed, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Choose a book to read and then share with the group about your new read! Would you recommend the book or tell us to avoid it at all costs? We love hearing about books that we haven't read before! For Adults - Ages 18+

Raising Confident, Competent Children - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

West Hollywood Library - Children's Theater

Join us to learn about developing confidence in children and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of 3 - 12.

Creative Plate - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hermosa Beach Library

In this creative, hands-on cooking experience, teens will create their own delicious treat while learning cooking methods and safety! For ages 13 - 17.

Creation Station: Winter Diorama - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

La Cañada Flintridge Library - Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon art activity and build a snowy diorama in celebration of the upcoming winter season. Learn about the science behind the season and how plants and animals adapt to the coldest months of the year. For ages 5 - 12.

Sloth-Stravaganza - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

Meet the rainforest’s laziest animal: the sloth! Learn about this slow-moving mammal, its rainforest habitat, then, make your own sloth paper puppet. For children ages 6 - 12.

Family Gingerbread House Making - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lawndale Library

Join us as we read the book "The Three Little Pigs" and challenge yourself to build a strong gingerbread house. We will use Graham crackers, icing and candies! For ages 4 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Winter Family Storytime - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lake Los Angeles Library

It's winter! Let's get cozy and enjoy an afternoon of winter themed stories. Then, we will make bell shakers and play along to songs about hot chocolate, snowflakes, and polar bears. For families with children ages 3 - 12.

Sew a Tote Bag - In Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lynwood Library - Meeting Room

Combine creativity and sustainability by learning to sew a tote bag that can be used to carry groceries, books, and personal items year after year. For ages 13 - 17.

Snowflake Salt Painting - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Masao W. Satow Library

Join us to learn all about the science of snowflakes and salt crystals while making your own snowflake out of salt. For ages 5 - 12 with parent or caregiver.

Family Game Afternoon - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Masao W. Satow Library - Study Room

School is challenging, studying doesn't have to be. Come to our study hall sessions at the library for free access to WiFi and space to get some work done. For teens, ages 13 - 17.

Wed, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room

Are you game? Families are invited for an afternoon of board game fun! We'll have a variety of board games to play. For ages 5 - 17 with caregiver.

STEAM: Marble Run Roller Coaster - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Come learn about the history and science behind roller coasters. Construct and design a marble run roller coaster and race it against your friends. For teens ages 12-18.

Kids Art Studio - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carson Library

Design a T-Shirt! - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Compton Library

Create a personalized T-shirt with fabric markers, a variety of art supplies, and a little creativity. Ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Game Day

Wed, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Find out the history of games and how they have changed throughout the years. Improve your decision making and problem-solving skills by playing classic board games, indoor games, and video games at the library! For ages 12 - 17.

Tough Topics for Teens: Fentanyl and Opioid Abuse - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hawthorne Library - Meeting Room

Winter Solstice Ornament for Teens - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Learn all about the Winter Solstice and how this astronomical event is celebrated around the world. Then, create your own winter ornament for the holidays. For teens ages 13-17.

Paint a Keepsake Box - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

Paint and decorate a keepsake box, just in time for the winter season. Use them to store your personal keepsakes or gift it to a friend or loved one. All materials will be provided while supplies last. For ages 6 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Teen Puzzle Challenge - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

Put your puzzle skills to the test! Race against the clock to complete a puzzle while meeting new friends or competing with old friends. Work together, connect, and see how quickly you can piece it all together. For teens 13-17.

DIY Holiday Ornament Workshop - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Celebrate the Winter Season! Give your home a heartfelt touch of holiday cheer with these fun ornaments. Choose and design different types of ornaments. Learn about the tradition and history of holiday ornaments as you make your own! For Adults.

Malibu Library Book Club: A Guardian and a Thief - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Join us to discuss 'A Guardian and a Thief.' For adults.

Holiday Movie + Gift Wrapping Party

Wed, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Do you need to wrap your holiday gifts away from prying eyes? Join us in the meeting room for a gift-wrapping party while we watch a cozy winter themed movie. For Adults. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Lakewood Libraries.

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room

Join us to discuss 'Never Let Me Go', by Kazuo Ishiguro. For adults

Mahjong for Beginners - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Pico Rivera Library

Beginners to Chinese mahjong are invited to join us once a month learn the tiles, the plays, the structure, and etiquette of the game. Experienced players are welcome to join as well. For adults.

Winter Mug Decorating for Adults - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sorensen Library - Meeting Room

Come join us to decorate your own Winter themed mug and discuss some of your favorite cozy Winter reads. For Adults.

Registration opens Wednesday, November 18 2026 at 9:00am

Holiday Felt Decorations - In-Person

Wed, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norwalk Library - Meeting Room

Have you ever wondered how felt is made? Discover the history of this versatile textile, learn how it is created and explore its many uses. Then, get creative by making your own felt holiday decorations to take home!* For ages 18+

Artesia Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Artesia Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a book discussion. The book for December is Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver.

Adult Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Littlerock Library

Join us as we discuss 'The Noel Letters' by Richard Paul Evans, a heartwarming holiday novel about love, loss, family secrets, and the unexpected ways people find healing. For adults.

Zumba Class - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

West Covina Library - Meeting Room

Romantasy Book Club - In-Person Program

Wed, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Agoura Hills Library

Join us to discuss 'Dire Bound' by Sable Sorensen. Copies available at Customer Service. For adults.

Ability Alliance Club - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 9:30am - 10:00am

Hermosa Beach Library

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.

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Thu, Dec 10, 10:15am - 11:15am

Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room

Come be a part of the Ability Alliance Club for a day of fun and excitement! Enjoy crafts, games, and movement in a safe and welcoming environment. For adults.

Thu, Dec 10, 10:15am - 10:45am

Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Agoura Hills Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norwalk Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 10:30am - 10:50am

La Cañada Flintridge Library

Thu, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Compton Library

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.

Thu, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Woodcrest Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hawthorne Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

East Los Angeles Library

Please join us for stories, songs, and gentle movements designed for babies 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.

The Power of Positive Parenting - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:45am

Lancaster Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Author Talk: Cook Korean!: A Comic Book Cookbook with Robin Ha - Virtual Event

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Acton Agua Dulce Library - Meeting Room

Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity! Various stations will be available for children to play and explore. For ages 1 – 5 with a caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Program

Cooking authentic Korean food doesn't have to be intimidating—in fact, it can be as fun as reading your favorite graphic novel! Join us for a conversation with artist and author Robin Ha as we explore her book, Cook Korean!: A Comic Book Cookbook

Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hollydale Library

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Rosemead Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

La Puente Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

La Verne Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cudahy Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Winter Ornament for Babies - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 11:15am - 11:45am

West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a session of play, curiosity, and creativity with infant toys, art supplies, puppets, and more! For ages 0 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Dec 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

It's winter! Join us for a fun, cozy activity where we will be making ornaments with your baby's handprint. Your baby will be able to decorate it with pom-poms, and any other fun materials. For ages 0 - 36 months and their parents or caregivers.

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Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Thu, Dec 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Florence Library

Digital Drop-In: Libby, Hoopla & Kanopy

Thu, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Whittier Library - Teen Study Room

Come in and have your librarian lead you through the process of downloading free eBooks, audiobooks, tv shows and from Libby, Hoopla and Kanopy. For Adults.

Paper Squishy Workshop - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Castaic Library - Meeting Room

Get creative and bring a favorite book character to life as a paper squishy! Come and learn how to design your own paper squishy inspired by a beloved story. For ages 5 - 12 with an accompanying parent or caregiver.

STEAM: Holiday LED Greeting Cards - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Lomita Library - Meeting Room

MakMo Lamp Buddy

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room

Impress family and friends with your own handmade lamp! Participants will create a small desk lamp that will light up using an electrical circuit.

Harry Potter Book Club - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room

Welcome to the Harry Potter Book Club! Today we will be discussing out progress in reading Chamber of Secrets, making mandrakes, Tom Riddle's diary, and playing games. Fun activities await! Costumes are welcomed. For kids ages 10 - 14.

Paper Gingerbread House

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room

Winter crafting just got sweeter, with zero baking required! Join us to build your very own paper gingerbread house, then decorate it with candy colors, patterns, and all the festive details. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver.

Teen Advisory Board - End of Year Party - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Manhattan Beach Library

Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! We will also be throwing a party to celebrate the last TAB Meeting of the year! For ages 12 - 17.

Teen Anime and Manga Club - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room

Come to the library for a chance to connect with other anime and manga fans. For ages 11 - 17.

STEAM: Marble Run Roller Coaster - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room

Come learn about the history and science behind roller coasters. Construct and design a marble run roller coaster and race it against your friends. For teens ages 12-18.

Winter Solstice Ornament for Teens - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

San Fernando Library - Meeting Room

Learn all about the Winter Solstice and how this astronomical event is celebrated around the world. Then, create your own winter ornament for the holidays. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Hygge Inspired Mini-Spaces - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Maywood Library

Learn all about the Danish tradition of Hygge and how this cozy concept can help you unplug from your busy life. Learn how to take a break from stress, unplug from screens and create a comforting personal space. For teens ages 13-17.

Glass Fused Pendants - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lennox Library - Meeting Room

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Carson Library

Create a one-of-a-kind fused glass pendant by arranging and layering small bits of colored glass using tweezers and glue. Please register at the above link or through our mobile app. For ages 12 - 18.

Baby Band Practice In the Afternoon - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! Registration required. For ages 0 - 36 months and caregivers.

Adult 101: Social Media & Cyber Smarts - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

East Los Angeles Library

Thu, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

It is important to maintain a good and safe online presence, learn about important tips and resources on how to stay safe and secure online, and how to be a good online citizen. For teens ages 12 - 17.

Raising Confident Capable Children - In-Person Program

Thu, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room

Explore simple painting techniques to create your own winter-inspired work that's perfect for seasonal décor or gifting. This is for adults of all skill levels, and all materials will be provided. For adults, ages 18+.

This event is full

Thu, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Masao W. Satow Library - Study Room

Learn about Raising Confident Capable Children and explore strategies to take home and try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents and caregivers of children, ages 3 - 12.

Thu, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Zinetastic Year

Thu, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Florence Library

No rules, no filters, no algorithm – just pure pre-internet vibes, made by you because you love what you love. For teens ages 13 - 17.

Fri, Dec 11, 9:30am - 10:00am

Hermosa Beach Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 11, 10:15am - 10:45am

George Nye, Jr. Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 11, 10:15am - 10:45am

Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Carson Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.

Fri, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

La Cañada Flintridge Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lawndale Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Baby Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Woodcrest Library

Start the day with play! Multiple stations of age-appropriate toys, art supplies, and more - that help children boost school readiness skills through play, curiosity, and creativity, while bonding with family. For ages 2 - 5 with parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Westlake Village Library

Fri, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Duarte Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Snowman for Tots - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bell Express Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Masao W. Satow Library

Let's have some frosty fun as we create a snowman. Little hands will love making a snowy masterpiece. This hands-on art activity encourages fine motor skills and sensory exploration. We'll have snow much fun! For ages 2 - 5 with parent or caregiver!

Fri, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Pico Rivera Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Lap-Sit & Tummy Time Infant Storytime - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Westlake Village Library

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room

Connect with your baby and begin their literacy journey while we do infant tickles, rhymes, and songs. After, socialize with babies their own age for a 15-minute tummy time. Registration required.  For ages 0 - 12 months with their caregiver.

Color & Relax - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Hollydale Library

Did you know coloring can be an effective way to relieve stress? Join us for an hour of coloring! All materials provided. For Adults.

Drop-in Tech Help for Older Adults - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bell Gardens Library

Need help navigating your computer or smartphone? Join us for a friendly, drop-in tech help hour designed especially for older adults. For Adults.

All About the Christmas Tree - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bell Express Library

Enjoy stories about the Christmas tree and learn the origins of this beloved holiday tradition! After the reading, participants will enjoy a fun art activity inspired by the stories. For ages 5 - 12 with their parent or caregiver.

Winter Solstice Ornament for Teens - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room

Learn all about the Winter Solstice and how this astronomical event is celebrated around the world. Then, create your own winter ornament for the holidays. For teens ages 12 - 18.

Light-Up Snowflake - In-Person Program

Fri, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room

Fri, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lake Los Angeles Library

Join us for a snowy time as we discover the symmetrical beauty of snowflakes and learn to make your very own decorative piece that lights up! For ages 6 - 12 with caregiver.

Fri, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room

Fri, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room

Friends of the Library Book Sale - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library

Sat, Dec 12, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Lawndale Library

Join us as our Friends of the Library sells a wide selection of children's, teen, adult, and foreign language books, as well as DVDs, Books on CD, and music CDs. For all ages.

Sat, Dec 12, 10:15am - 10:30am

La Puente Library - Meeting Room

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.

Music Time with Mr Michael - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room

Join our monthly book club for an engaging discussion of our latest selection, "When Breath Becomes Air" by Paul Kalanithi. 

Sat, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Westlake Village Library

This enrichment program will bring the joy of live music to children and families! Mr Michael performs a fun, interactive set on acoustic guitar, and kids are encouraged to sing, clap, dance, and play along! For ages 1 - 3 and their adult caregivers.

Sat, Dec 12, 10:30am - 4:00pm

Lawndale Library

Join us for a drop-in open craft time. No instructions, no specific project, no plan! Make whatever you want! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. For ages 5 - 12.

Fuse Bead Ornaments - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Carson Library

Sat, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hermosa Beach Library

Join us to learn about the history and symbolism of holiday ornaments. Then we will make our own ornaments with fuse beads. All materials will be provided. For adults. Generously sponsored by Hermosa Beach Friends of the Library.

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Toddler Art Time - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hermosa Beach Library

Explore early learning skills, pre-writing, imagination, and problem solving with your child through free-form art activities. For ages 1 - 5 with parent or caregiver.

Teen Advisory Board: Winter Rock Painting - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room

Our Teen Advisory Board project for December is to paint rocks with winter themes to decorate your garden or potted plants. For teens ages 13-17.

Winter Classical Guitar Concert - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Manhattan Beach Library

Celebrate the beauty of the season with an enchanting classical guitar concert feat. Juan Hernandez. Enjoy an engaging program featuring works by Villa-Lobos, Bach, Brouwer, and other composers, including beautiful Latin American pieces. For adults.

Holiday Market - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Cudahy Library

Explore simple painting techniques to create your own winter-inspired work that's perfect for seasonal décor or gifting. This is for adults of all skill levels, and all materials will be provided.

Sat, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Gardena Mayme Dear Library

Learn about pop-up holiday markets from around the world featuring handcrafted items. Then "shop" for your own crafts to decorate for your friends and family. For ages 5 - 12.

Music and Movement for Babies - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Agoura Hills Library

Fuse Bead Ornaments - In-Person Program

Sat, Dec 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Hermosa Beach Library