Older Adults Events
Fri, Dec 08, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Hollydale Library
These tactile, colorful translucent Magna-Tiles are sized just right and easy to use, whether creating designs on a flat surface or building in 3D. Inclusively for Ages 18+.

Sat, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room
Join our monthly book club for an engaging discussion of our latest selection, "The Paris Library" by Janet Skeslien Charles.  For adults.

Sat, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm
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

Sat, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room
Come to the library for a program featuring author, screenwriter, and librettist Heather Hach speaking about, reading from, and signing copies of her new book, "The Trouble with Drowning."

Sat, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room
Professional opera singers will share their favorite songs in this fun holiday recital. You're invited to sing along while learning about composers, holiday music history, and more. Gather the whole family to Sing Out Loud! For ages 5 and up.

Mon, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Los Angeles Library
Be creative and decorate an ornament to take home! While supplies last. For Adults.

Tue, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Virtual Program
Are you anxious about making professional connections or worried about the hassles of networking? Join Siria L. Gutierrez, Esq., CPCC, as she identifies the most common networking barriers and shows you how to overcome them. For adults.
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Tue, Dec 12, 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. Adult coloring is the mindful craze that's sweeping the nation! Come and find out why!

Tue, Dec 12, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Knitters of all skill levels are welcome. For adults.

Tue, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lynwood Library - Meeting Room
How do snowflakes get their shapes? Why are two snowflakes never the same? Join us as we learn the science behind snowflakes formations and designs. Afterwards, we will use paper doilies to create beautiful decorative snowflakes. For Adults.

Tue, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Norwood Library - Meeting Room
Unleash your creativity and create your own masterpiece with acrylic paints! All materials provided. For Adults.

Tue, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room
Create a one-of-a-kind postcard with tissue paper, water, and a brush. Then send it to your best friend, favorite cousin, or a long-lost relative. This program is for Adults. 

Tue, Dec 12, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Charter Oak Library
Create a one-of-a-kind postcard with tissue paper, water and a brush. Then send it to your best friend, favorite cousin, or a long-lost relative. For adults.

Wed, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room
Brighten up your winter and add some holiday color to your living space with your very own wool ball coaster! For Adults. 
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Wed, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Artesia Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a book discussion. The book for December is The Wind Knows My Name by Isabel Allende.

Wed, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Avalon Library
Avalon Library welcomes back local Catalina historian Chuck Liddell for a twice monthly appearance to discuss and explore the history, legends, and tall tales of Catalina Island.

Wed, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Avalon Library
Join to enjoy a relaxing and strategic afternoon of old fashioned board games. Chess, UNO, Connect 4, Yatzee, Candyland, MagnaTiles, and more!

Wed, Dec 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hermosa Beach Library
Did you know coloring can be an effective way to relieve stress? Rediscover the simple relaxation and joy of coloring. All materials will be provided. Generously sponsored by Hermosa Beach FOL. For adults.

Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Many holidays and other celebrations are upon us. Learn the history of card making and create gift tags for friends or family!  For adults 18 and up.

Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Create a one-of-a-kind postcard with tissue paper, water and a brush. Then send it to your best friend, favorite cousin, or a long-lost relative.  For Adults

Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room
Learn how to access Learning Express with your library card. For Adults.

Wed, Dec 13, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Wiseburn Library
Join us for a book discussion and light refreshments! This month, read The Art Thief by Michael Finkel. Copies of the books are available at the library. For adults, ages 18+.

Thu, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Diamond Bar Library
Do you knit, crochet, weave, or otherwise craft with yarn? Come meet fellow yarn crafters and unwind at an informal gathering as you work on your projects. Limited supplies available including yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks. For Adults. 

Thu, Dec 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Live Oak Library - Meeting Room
Do you love knitting or would you like to learn? Whether you are a beginner or an expert, come join the fun as we knit, crochet and learn patterns together. Before the program starts, we will do 10-15 minutes light stretching exercises. For adults

Thu, Dec 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Join Culver City's Mystery Book Club in discussing Miss Aldridge Regrets by Louise Hare. For adults.

Fri, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:30am
Compton Library - Meeting Room
Relax and learn some self-care techniques while coloring some positive thinking coloring pages. For ages 18+

Fri, Dec 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
Let's work with yarn together--all skill levels are welcome! For beginners, we will teach the basics of knitting. If you're more experienced, bring in your current project to get some work in and show off. For adults.

Sat, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room
Want to engage your creative side? Need a place to put your hot drink as the nights grow longer and colder? Come join us for a morning at the library and create your very own tile coaster!

Sat, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room
The book for December is Everything is Horrible and Wonderful  by Stephanie Wittels Wachs. For Adults.

Sat, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Manhattan Beach Library - Meeting Room
Get into the spirit of the season and come to Manhattan Beach Library for a performance by harpist Peggy Skomal of holiday music!

Sat, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Castaic Library - Meeting Room
Learn the basics of Macrame while crafting a snowflake to decorate your house or to hang on your tree. For adults

Sat, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Holiday stress doesn't need to get us down when we have poetry to connect to our shared humanity. Join City of West Hollywood Poet Laureate Jen Cheng for training our Holiday Poetry Hotline on December 23. For adults.

Sat, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hermosa Beach Library
Susana Elena, accompanied by a classical Spanish guitarist, will perform tango flamenco. Stay after for a class on playing the castanets. For Adults. Generously sponsored by Hermosa Beach FOL.

Sat, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us for our String Concert: 'On the Beat and Off the Beat', Beethoven, Joplin and Ragtime'. Paul Stein, Violin, Aaron Oltman, Viola, and David Mergen, Cello. For ages 13 and up.

Sat, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an evening of tissue paper and glue. In this session, you'll create a stained glass winter scene. Supplies will be provided, one frame per individual. 
This event is full

Sat, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lancaster Library - Group Study Room
Join us to discuss 'Parable of the Sower' by Octavia Butler. For adults.

Mon, Dec 18, 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 'What Lies in the Woods' by Kate Alice Marshall. Copies of the book available for checkout at customer service desk. For Adults.

Tue, Dec 19, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy book discussion and an art project. All supplies will be provided. This month's book is 'Lisette's List' by Susan Vreeland. For adults.

Tue, Dec 19, 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. Adult coloring is the mindful craze that's sweeping the nation! Come and find out why!

Tue, Dec 19, 2:30pm - 3:50pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Knitters of all skill levels are welcome. For adults.

Tue, Dec 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us to de-stress with coloring and conversation! Feel free to bring your own or use the coloring books we'll have on hand. For ages 18 and up.

Tue, Dec 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room
Try your hand at weaving on a loom and learn to make a coaster. Learn the basics of this ancient craft that can be used to make all sorts of fun home décor and accessories.  For adults
This event is full

Tue, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norwood Library - Meeting Room
Join Norwood Library’s Adult Book Club for a discussion of our latest selection "The Deal of a Lifetime" by Fredrik Backman. For Adults

Tue, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room
Take a break during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and enjoy creating a variety of holiday ornaments out of polymer clay. All materials will be supplied, and available while supplies last. This program is for Adults.  
This event is full

Wed, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Live Oak Library - Meeting Room
Join us for conversation club. Each meeting will provide new English learners with the chance to practice with other adults on different topics. For adults.

Wed, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room
Explore the art of knitting and crocheting! Join us as we learn to knit and crochet together. Beginner's and experts welcome. Yarn and needles provided or bring your own.  For Adults 

Wed, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Avalon Library
Join to enjoy a relaxing and strategic afternoon of old fashioned board games. Chess, UNO, Connect 4, Yatzee, Candyland, MagnaTiles, and more!

Wed, Dec 20, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us 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 and light the fireplace for a cozy evening. For ages 18 and up.

Wed, Dec 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
San Dimas Library
Yarn & Stitch is held on the third Wednesday of the month, 6:30 - 7:30 pm in the adult area of the library. For teens and adults.

Thu, Dec 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Live Oak Library - Meeting Room
Do you love knitting or would you like to learn? Whether you are a beginner or an expert, come join the fun as we knit, crochet and learn patterns together. Before the program starts, we will do 10-15 minutes light stretching exercises. For adults

Thu, Dec 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
A man and woman fall in love aboard an ocean liner en route to New York. They agree to meet at the top of the Empire State building in six months provided they've both ended their current relationships. Movie is not rated. For ages 13 and up.

Thu, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Come join us for Brain Games.

Fri, Dec 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Avalon Library
Discover how your phone, iPad, or laptop can be used to access the 500,000-item rich digital library on Avalon Library's Libby Service. For Adults.

Fri, Dec 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Compton Library - Meeting Room
Create, download, and upload documents using Google Docs. Also, learn about the different types of storage available. Participants will need a Gmail account to access Google Docs. For ages 18+

Sat, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Holiday stress doesn't need to get us down when we have poetry to connect to our shared humanity. Join City of West Hollywood Poet Laureate Jen Cheng for our Holiday Poetry Hotline, inspired by The Poetry Pharmacy. For adults.

Tue, Dec 26, 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. Adult coloring is the mindful craze that's sweeping the nation! Come and find out why!

Tue, Dec 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Knitters of all skill levels are welcome. For adults.

Tue, Dec 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
La Cañada Flintridge Library
Repoussé is a metalworking technique that creates designs in low relief. Join us and make your own art piece. For adults.

Tue, Dec 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room
Five years ago, Geeta lost her no-good husband. As in, she actually lost him--he walked out and she has no idea where he is. But in her remote village in India, rumor has it that Geeta killed him. And it's a rumor that just won't die. For adults.

Wed, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Avalon Library
Avalon Library welcomes back local Catalina historian Chuck Liddell for a twice monthly appearance to discuss and explore the history, legends, and tall tales of Catalina Island!

Wed, Dec 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Avalon Library
Join to enjoy a relaxing and strategic afternoon of old fashioned board games. Chess, UNO, Connect 4, Yatzee, Candyland, MagnaTiles, and more!

Wed, Dec 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Compton Library - Meeting Room
Learn about New Years traditions from around the world and then create your own New Years crackers. All supplies are provided but you may bring your own recycled gift wrap paper as well. For ages 18+. Photo credit: ebelien

Wed, Dec 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Do you want to learn to crochet or knit? Do you already know how and want to share your knowledge? Beginning and experienced participants are invited to join the club. Please bring your own crochet hook or knitting needles. For Adults

Wed, Dec 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lancaster Library - Meeting Room
Come together for an alternate book club with no required reading. Talk about your favorite books and authors, share what you're reading, ask for recommendations, and more! For adults.

Thu, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library
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.

Thu, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room
Have you read a mystery you want to talk about? Do you have recommendations for good, twisty stories? For adults.

Sat, Dec 30, 10:30am - 12:30pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
End 2023 and greet 2024 with Feng Shui Poetry, a form created by City of West Hollywood Poet Laureate Jen Cheng as way to write poetry with a new perspective through a lens of Feng Shui principles. For adults.

Tue, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
We will discuss 'Strangers on a Train' by Patricia Highsmith. Copies available at the library. For adults.

Tue, Jan 02, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Knitters of all skill levels are welcome. For adults.

Tue, Jan 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawndale Library - Meeting Room
Practice reading and speaking English with other English-language learners in a judgement-free, supportive space. For adults.

Tue, Jan 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Agoura Hills Library
We will discuss 'Strangers on a Train' by Patricia Highsmith. Copies available at the library. For adults.

Tue, Jan 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Join the book club for a hybrid (in-person and online) discussion of All This Could Be Different by Sarah Thankam Mathews. For adults.

Wed, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Agoura Hills Library Mystery Book Club 'All the Sinners Bleed' by S.A. Cosby. For adults.

Wed, Jan 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Agoura Hills Library
Mystery Book Club 'All the Sinners Bleed' by S.A. Cosby. For adults.

Sat, Jan 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a poetry workshop with former West Hollywood City Poet Laureate Kim Dower. For adults.