Older Adults Events
Mon, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time. For ages 7 and up.

Mon, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Norwood Library - Meeting Room
Please join us as our instructor teaches how to knit or crochet. Not a beginner? We welcome all levels! If you want to create your masterpiece in a convivial group, please join us! Sponsored by The Friends of Norwood Library For Adults
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Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Florence Library
Learn about the origins of Pride Month and show your LGBTQ+ pride and turn river rocks into works of art! Use as gifts, garden decoration, or paper weights. For Adults.

Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sunkist Library - Meeting Room
Dive into the world of journaling to boost your mindfulness, memory, and communication skills.  Learn where to begin to make it a habit and practice with writing exercises. For adults.

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Florence Library
Join us for a fun session of crafting and fun, geared toward adults with developmental differences and their caretakers. No crafting experience required. All supplies will be provided.

Tue, Jun 24, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room
Join us and enjoy a lively book discussion and an art project. All supplies will be provided. For adults.

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us to discuss 'Isola' by Allegra Goodman. For adults.

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Dive into the world of journaling to boost your mindfulness, memory, and communication skills.  Learn where to begin to make it a habit and practice with writing exercises.

Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Park Library
Do you know a non-literate 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.

Tue, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library
Explore different art and craft techniques with a group of other adults. In this session, we will revisit some of our past projects including bookmark art, decoupage coasters and watercolor art. While supplies last. For adults.

Tue, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room
A screening of "The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert". For adults.

Tue, Jun 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Manhattan Beach Library
Learn about acrylic pour painting techniques and create your own abstract art on a canvas to keep. You don't need any experience to create a masterpiece! For adults.
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Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Join us for our monthly book club! This month we'll be discussing "Travels With Charley" by John Steinbeck. Copies of the book will be available at the customer service desk. This program is for adults.

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room
Join us as we compare notes about The Personal Librarian, the little-known story of Belle da Costa Greene, J. P. Morgan's personal librarian, who became one of the most powerful women in New York despite keeping a dangerous secret. For adults.

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Have you ever wanted to learn to play an instrument, but it seemed too intimidating? Maybe you played an instrument as a kid but became discouraged. Enter the ukulele! It's small, easy to play, and lots of fun! For ages 18+

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Join the LGBTQ+ Book Club for a hybrid (in-person and online) discussion of The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde. For adults.

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Wiseburn Library
Diamond painting is a combination of cross-stitch and paint-by-numbers resulting in a shimmering work of art. Create your own work of art on a useful bookmark, which makes a great gift for book lovers. Registration required, For ages 18+.
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Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
El Monte Library - Meeting Room
Would you like to learn how to embroider beautiful designs by hand? If you have recently taken our Level 1 Embroidery Workshop, come back for another round. Our 4-week workshop will cover different stitches. All materials are provided. For Adults.
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Tue, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us virtually to discuss 'Isola' by Allegra Goodman. For adults.

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rowland Heights Library
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet for six week sessions every Wednesday to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults. 

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Join LA County Department of Health Nutritionists as they share guidance and strategies for eating healthy and well on a budget. This event will be web streamed in the South Whittier Library meeting room, no registration required.   For Ages 18+

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Paramount Library
Dive into the world of journaling to boost your mindfulness, memory, and communication skills.  Learn where to begin to make it a habit and practice with writing exercises. For Adults 18 and over.

Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Join us for our monthly book club! This month we'll be discussing "Travels With Charley" by John Steinbeck. Copies of the book will be available at the customer service desk. This program is for adults.

Wed, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room
Join us to create your own poem using the roll of a dice to guide you along the way.  Once you're done, share your literary masterpiece and celebrate everyone else's creation in this fun and interactive workshop. For Adults.

Wed, Jun 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.

Wed, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room
Love books and art? Join us for an evening of creating our own faux stained glass bookmarks to use for marking your space in your library books or as a suncatcher, just in time for the summer weather. For ages 18+.
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Wed, Jun 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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.

Wed, Jun 25, 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. For ages 18+

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sorensen Library - Meeting Room
Join us for relaxing night of basic acrylic painting and learn simple techniques and composition. For adults.
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Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hermosa Beach Library
Learn about the history of Pride Month and then create your own Rainbow bracelet (or any color combination you like)! All supplies will be provided.
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Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Topanga Library - Meeting Room
Join us for June's meeting of The Canyon Readers Collective Book Club! This month we're reading 'An Immense World: How Animal Senses Reveal the Hidden Realms Around Us' by Ed Yong. For adults.

Wed, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Agoura Hills Library
We will discuss 'Sorcery and Small Magics' by Maiga Doocy. Copies available at the library. For adults.

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
West Covina Library - Seminar Room
Learn to knit and crochet. For adults.

Thu, Jun 26, 12:00pm - 2:15pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us for a screening of 'It Ends With Us.' Movie is rated PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned. For ages 13 and up.

Thu, Jun 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Join Culver City Julian Dixon Library's Afternoon Book Club to discuss 10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World by Elif Shafak. For adults.

Thu, Jun 26, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Norwood Library - Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults

Thu, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room
Come and get crafty with us! Whether you crochet, knit, embroider, or otherwise work with fiber, bring your current project and work with other fiber artists. For Adults.

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room
This month, we'll explore The Invention of Wings, by Sue Monk Kidd. This historical novel is inspired by the real-life story of Sarah Grimké, an early abolitionist and women's rights advocate. This is the afternoon session. For adults 18+.

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
East Los Angeles Library
Do you know a non-literate 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, Jun 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
A C Bilbrew Library
Are you interested in learning how to crochet? Come learn how during our beginner's crochet series. Learn the basics & create your own scarf just in time to accessorize your outfits for Spring! All materials will be provided. Ages 10+

Thu, Jun 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
A C Bilbrew Library
Are you interested in learning how to crochet? Come learn how during our beginner's crochet series. Learn the basics & create your own scarf just in time to accessorize your outfits for Spring! All materials will be provided. Ages 10+

Thu, Jun 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Resource Center
Are you interested in learning how to crochet? Come learn how during our beginner's crochet series. Learn the basics & create your own scarf just in time to accessorize your outfits for Spring! All materials will be provided. Ages 10+

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Castaic Library - Meeting Room
Join us as we navigate Percival Everett's James, a harrowing and ferociously funny retelling of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, told from the enslaved Jim's point of view. For adults.

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room
This month, we'll explore The Invention of Wings, by Sue Monk Kidd. This historical novel is inspired by the real-life story of Sarah Grimké, an early abolitionist and women's rights advocate. This is the afternoon session. For adults 18+.

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Program
Join us in conversation with Tony Valenzuela, the Executive Director of One Institute, to discuss the history of LGBTQ+ activism in Los Angeles, why our histories matter, and how to support the next generation of storytellers.
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Thu, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rowland Heights Library
Enjoy a night of bingo at the library and win some great prizes. For adults.

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Hollywood Library
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.

Fri, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Hollydale Library
Color theory? Never heard of it. Painting inside the lines? Boring! Instead, let your creativity run wild. Join us for a stress-free afternoon of Bad Art and create your best “worst” masterpiece. For Adults.

Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
El Monte Library - Meeting Room
Scrapbooking is a great way to memorialize your life story or pay tribute to your favorite fandom! Whatever your inspiration, we’ve got the supplies and knowhow to get you started with this hobby. While supplies last. For adults.

Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Come join us for Colorful Fridays for a relaxing hour of coloring. Supplies are provided. For adults.

Fri, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lancaster Library
Do you want to write poetry, but feel stuck? Get a quick start by rolling dice for a randomly generated prompt! For adults.

Fri, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Compton Library - Meeting Room
Join us to discuss Julia Armfield's Our Wives Under the Sea. To borrow a print copy of the books, please contact the Compton Library directly. For Ages 18+

Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Join us as we watch the film Karate Kid (1984). Brain building activities will be provided for extra fun. Movie is rated PG. For ages 18+

Sat, Jun 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Anthony Quinn Library - Meeting Room
Learn tips on how to raise confident, competent children & explore strategies to take home & try with your family. This seminar will be led by an accredited Triple P Positive Parenting Program librarian. For parents/caregivers of children ages 3-12.

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room
The book for June is The Guncle by Steven Rowley. For adults.

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm
La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room
Join us to create a 4th of July clothespin wreath and learn more on how to commemorate this great day. This wreath will be a great addition to your 4th of July décor. Check out some patriotic books on display. For adults. 

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
San Dimas Library - Meeting Room
Join us for our second of four adult programs on Saturday mornings during June and July. A new and fun adult program every other weekend. For adults.

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library
We will read and discuss Master Slave Husband Wife by Ilyon Woo.

Sat, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Artesia Library - Meeting Room
Come and learn how to use your smartphone. For adults.

Sat, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
In this five-class workshop, writer and comedian Christian Cintron will teach you the secrets of joke writing and comedy performance and how to use those to stand up for yourself, speak your truth, and rewrite your story. For adults.
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Sat, Jun 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 for attendees to pick up at the library. June's Book: "How to Solve Your Own Murder: A Novel" by Kristin Perrin. For adults.

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Charter Oak Library
Dive into the world of journaling to boost your mindfulness, memory, and communication skills.  Learn where to begin to make it a habit and practice with writing exercises. For adults.

Sat, Jun 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Castaic Library - Meeting Room
Learn how meditation improves your sense of calm, focus, and mindfulness. This program will include guided meditations followed by journaling exercises. All materials are provided. For adults.

Sat, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Westlake Village Library
Making art is good for your brain and helps lower stress! Our project's goal is to help create a relaxed, meditative state while expressing your creativity. For adults.
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Sat, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Baldwin Park Library - Meeting Room
Dive into the world of journaling to boost your mindfulness, memory, and communication skills.  Learn where to begin to make it a habit and practice with writing exercises. For adults.

Mon, Jun 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time. For ages 7 and up.

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room
Adults are invited to a special morning of discovery. Learn about some of the many programs that the library has to offer, including State Parks Passes, Discover & Go, and the Summer Discovery Program. For adults, ages 18 and up.

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
We will discuss 'A Very Bad Thing' by J.T. Ellison. Copies available at the library. For adults.

Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Park Library
Do you know a non-literate 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.

Tue, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Lawndale Library - Meeting Room
Join the ESL Conversation Club to practice speaking English with other English-language learners in a judgement-free, supportive space. We will discuss a new topic with a focus on speaking skills, learning new words, and pronunciation. For adults.

Tue, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Join the book club for a hybrid (in-person and online) discussion of The Three Lives of Cate Kay by Kate Fagan. For adults.

Tue, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
San Dimas Library - Meeting Room
Yarn & Stitch is held on the first and third Tuesdays of the month, 6:30 - 7:30 pm in the teen area of the library. For teens and adults.

Tue, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Agoura Hills Library
We will discuss 'A Very Bad Thing' by J.T. Ellison. Copies available at the library. For adults.

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
San Dimas Senior Center
Held the first Wednesday of each month at the San Dimas Senior Center, 201 E Bonita Ave. This month's selection is "Daisy Darker" by Alice Feeney. Copies are available for check out at the circulation desk. For Adults

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rowland Heights Library
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet for six week sessions every Wednesday to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults. 

Wed, Jul 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Westlake Village Library
Join us as we read 'The Backyard Bird Chronicles' by Tan. For adults

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us to discuss Sujata Massey's 'The Mistress of Bhatia House'. For adults.

Wed, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
East Los Angeles Library
A discussion of Lorraine Hansberry's "A Raisin in the Sun". For adults.

Wed, Jul 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room
Get creative and paint your own summer inspired masterpiece in the art style of pointillism by applying small dots of paint on canvas. Pointillism is an art technique developed by Georges Seurat and Paul Signac in the 1880s. For Adults

Wed, Jul 02, 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. For ages 18+

Wed, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Tabletop role-playing-game's popularity is on the rise, and you're invited for a game of Summer Heroes. Players take on the role of superheroes, using their imagination and the roll of the dice to defend their home city from catastrophe. For adults.

Wed, Jul 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us to discuss Sujata Massey's "The Mistress of Bhatia House'. For adults.

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hermosa Beach Library
Join us for a lively discussion of The Art Forger by Barbara Shapiro. Books are available for check out at the library. For adults.

Thu, Jul 03, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Norwood Library - Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults

Thu, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room
Come and get crafty with us! Whether you crochet, knit, embroider, or otherwise work with fiber, bring your current project and work with other fiber artists. For Adults.

Thu, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Keep your brain fresh with engaging games like Qwirkle, Qwix, Kingdomino, and more! Especially for adults 55 and up. Games are provided by the Friends of the West Hollywood Library.

Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
East Los Angeles Library
Do you know a non-literate 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, Jul 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room
Cherish your Summer memories by decorating a picture frame with seashells!
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Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Manhattan Beach Library
Join Petra Poschmann for invigorating and relaxing yoga classes every Saturday morning in July. Bring your own mat, straps, and blocks or borrow some of ours. All levels welcome. For adults.

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Florence Library
Are you learning English as a Second Language? Do you want to practice your English for the Citizenship interview or become more comfortable speaking with others? 

Sat, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
El Camino Real Library - Meeting Room
Did you know you could create cute home decor with everyday items? Join us make some mini plants with pipe cleaners and plastic mugs to decorate your room. Check out our books for crafts and upcycling ideas. All materials will be provided. For Adults

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
East Rancho Dominguez Library - Meeting Room
Join us and learn different art techniques using different mediums. Create your own masterpiece to take home.  All materials will be provided.

Mon, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time. For ages 7 and up.

Mon, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Learn about 3D design and printing using the free computer-aided design (CAD) software Tinkercad. Design a small object to be printed on the library's 3D printer (to be picked up at a later date). For adults.
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Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Florence Library
Join us for a fun session of crafting and learning geared toward adults with developmental differences and their caretakers. No crafting experience required. All supplies will be provided.

Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Diamond Bar Library - Teen Study Room
Want to get the latest eBook, audiobook, or digital magazine to enjoy on your tablet, computer, or smartphone? Come in and learn  how to download them for free with your library card.  For Adults

Tue, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
East Los Angeles Library
An afternoon of relaxing coloring and music. For adults.

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us to discuss Buddy Levy's 'Realm of Ice and Sky'. For adults.

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
La Cañada Flintridge Library
Apply principles and elements of design to create your own art piece. All supplies are provided. Part of Summer Discovery Program. For adults.

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Come play everyone's favorite game and win books! This game is for everyone and everyone is sure to leave a winner! For ages 5 and up.

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate the art of poetry in this fun interactive workshop. You will roll a dice to guide your poetry writing and collaborate with others. After writing your poem share your masterpiece with the group.   For adults.

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Park Library
Do you know a non-literate 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.

Tue, Jul 08, 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.

Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Join us in the meeting room for our Audiobook Club, Listening is an Art! We'll be listening to the third hour of, "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho while we work on an art project. A variety of materials will be provided. For adults.

Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room
Do you want to learn how to crochet, or are you an expert, or somewhere in between? Join us while we work on learning new stitches, new patterns,  or old projects. All levels of experience welcome. This program is for adults. 

Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norwood Library - Meeting Room
Are you learning English as a Second Language? Join the conversation club and practice your English language speaking skills in a casual and relaxed environment. The session includes a topic of the day. For Adults

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hollydale Library
Club de lectura los martes

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rowland Heights Library
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet for six week sessions every Wednesday to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults. 

Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Norwood Library - Meeting Room
You’re invited to join us for fun with activities like tabletop games, assembling puzzles, working on a current craft project, or just enjoying the air conditioning with friendly faces. For adults.

Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room
Do you love bling? Do you love to read? Put the two together and bling the book cover of your choice. We provide the books or bring your own and leave with a sparkly new way to show off your reading style this summer! While supplies last! For Adults

Wed, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Park Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate Shark Week at your library with a showing of the Sharks of Hawaii documentary and discover more about our video streaming services. Rated PG. No registration required. For Adults 

Wed, Jul 09, 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. For ages 18+

Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Temple City Library - Meeting Room
Join us to create your own poem using the roll of a dice to guide you along the way.  Once you're done, share your literary masterpiece and celebrate everyone else's creation in this fun and interactive workshop.   For adults.

Wed, Jul 09, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Wiseburn Library
Join us for a book discussion and light refreshments! This month, read Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez. Copies of the books are available at the library. For ages 18+.

Thu, Jul 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, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate summer and fun in the sun by  joining us for a creative hour of suncatcher crafting with beads, jewelry wire, and your imagination! You'll be able to create your own suncatcher design to take home with you and enjoy all summer. For Adults.

Thu, Jul 10, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Norwood Library - Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults

Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Join Culver City Julian Dixon Library's Mystery Book Club to discuss The Long Call by Ann Cleeves. For adults.

Thu, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
East Los Angeles Library
Do you know a non-literate 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, Jul 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library - Meeting Room
The romantic drama centers on Barry Egan (Adam Sandler), a lonely man who meets Lena (Emily Watson). Their budding romance is complicated by Barry’s struggle with his self-esteem, his unaddressed anger, and a series of bizarre events. For adults.

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Teen Study Room
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.

Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room
Join our monthly book club for an engaging discussion of our latest selection, "Mrs. Quinn's Rise to Fame", by Olivia Ford.  For Adults.

Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Manhattan Beach Library
Join Petra Poschmann for invigorating and relaxing yoga classes every Saturday morning in July. Bring your own mat, straps, and blocks or borrow some of ours. All levels welcome. For adults.

Rescheduled
Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New date Saturday, July 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sorensen Library
Dive into the world of journaling to boost your mindfulness, memory, and communication skills.  Learn where to begin to make it a habit and practice with writing exercises.

Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
San Dimas Library - Meeting Room
Join us for our first of four adult programs on Saturday mornings during June and July. A new and fun adult program every other weekend. For adults

Sat, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
In this five-class workshop, writer and comedian Christian Cintron will teach you the secrets of joke writing and comedy performance and how to use those to stand up for yourself, speak your truth, and rewrite your story. For adults.
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Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Create a pencil wand and potion bottle keepsake to celebrate Harry Potter's Birthday!. Supplies will be provided, one pencil and one bottle per individual. Costumes are encouraged. For adults.
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Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Duarte Library - Meeting Room
Dive into the world of journaling to boost your mindfulness, memory, and communication skills.  Learn where to begin to make it a habit and practice with writing exercises. For adults.

Sat, Jul 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Castaic Library
Go back in time and learn or relearn popular crafts of the past. We'll be making Spirograph art, Shrinky Dinks, and more. Part of Summer Discovery Program. All materials are provided. For adults.

Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room
Are you learning English as a Second Language? Join the conversation circle and practice your English language speaking skills in a casual and relaxed environment. Each session includes a topic of the day.

Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time.  For ages 7 and up.

Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of the 2017 film Marshall, starring Chadwick Boseman and Kate Hudson and directed by Reginald Hudlin. Rated PG-13. For adults.

Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Norwood Library - Meeting Room
Please join us as our instructor teaches how to knit or crochet. Not a beginner? We welcome all levels! If you want to create your masterpiece in a convivial group, please join us! Sponsored by The Friends of Norwood Library For Adults

Mon, Jul 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Manhattan Beach Library
Patrons can enjoy a facilitated discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited amount of titles are available for attendees at the library. For adults.

Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room
Learn how to create a junk journal using everyday materials. Use your journal to write draw or keep memories! In this session we will create the cover and signature for your journal. For adults.

Tue, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Park Library
Do you know a non-literate 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.

Tue, Jul 15, 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 a masterpiece to celebrate the beauty of summer! For adults.
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Tue, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room
A screening of Stanley Kubrick's "Paths of Glory". For adults.

Tue, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room
In this session, we will recycle and revive gently used fabric tote bags. You can bring your own fabric tote bag or we will have some bags available while supplies last. Art supplies will be provided!

Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room
Join us to create your own poem using the roll of a dice to guide you along the way.  Once you're done, share your literary masterpiece and celebrate everyone else's creation in this fun and interactive workshop.

Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room
Buttons are for more that just closing a shirt. They are also used to make beautiful works of art on fabric, wood, or canvas. Create an imagination filled piece of art with various shapes and colors of buttons. This program is for adults 18 and up.

Tue, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
San Dimas Library - Meeting Room
Yarn & Stitch is held on the first and third Tuesdays of the month, 6:30 - 7:30 pm in the teen area of the library. For teens and adults.

Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rowland Heights Library
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet for six week sessions every Wednesday to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults. 

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
East Los Angeles Library - Meeting Room
An art class where you will learn to draw a self portrait. For adults.

Wed, Jul 16, 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.

Wed, Jul 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Willowbrook Library - Meeting Room
Join us to play Zilch, a point-building and point-busting dice game that has been around since the 1980s. In this game of skill and luck, players roll dice and take risks, racing each other to get to a score of ten thousand. For Adults.

Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Bell Gardens Library
Join us to learn about Raising Resilient 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.

Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Park Library - Meeting Room
Looking for a new summer hobby? Mix painting with basic sewing to make a unique piece of art for your home or office space. No experience needed, just bring your creativity. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required. For adults.

Wed, Jul 16, 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. For ages 18+

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Unleash your inner artist, wherever you are! Join this adult program to discover the fun and portability of painting miniature works of art using a compact tin box and a palette limited to primary colors. All supplies will be provided. For Adults

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norwalk Library - Meeting Room
Learn how meditation improves your sense of calm, focus, and mindfulness. This program will include guided meditations followed by journaling exercises. For adult 18+.

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hermosa Beach Library
Unleash your creativity and create your own masterpiece with acrylic paints! All materials provided. For adults. Generously sponsored by Hermosa Beach FOL.
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Thu, Jul 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us for a screening of 'The Wild Robot.' Movie is rated PG: Parental Guidance Suggested. For adults and teens ages 13+.

Thu, Jul 17, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Norwood Library - Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults

Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room
Come and get crafty with us! Whether you crochet, knit, embroider, or otherwise work with fiber, bring your current project and work with other fiber artists. For Adults.

Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Keep your brain fresh with engaging games like Qwirkle, Qwix, Kingdomino, and more! Especially for adults 55 and up. Games are provided by the Friends of the West Hollywood Library.

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hacienda Heights Library - Meeting Room
Tabletop role-playing-game's popularity is on the rise, and you're invited for a game of Summer Heroes.  Players take on the role of superheroes, using their imagination and the roll of the dice to defend their home city from a catastrophic threat.

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
East Los Angeles Library
Do you know a non-literate 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, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rowland Heights Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy a night of bingo at the library and win some great prizes.

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Teen Study Room
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.

Fri, Jul 18, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Discover how to navigate the internet with confidence! Get an overview of popular web browsers, create bookmarks, add helpful extensions, customize your settings, and enhance your online experience. For adults.

Fri, Jul 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room
Learn how meditation improves your sense of calm, focus, and mindfulness. This program will include guided meditations followed by journaling exercises.

Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Agoura Hills Library
Looking for a new puzzle to challenge you? Join us for our Great Puzzle Swap! For adults.

Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Manhattan Beach Library
Join Petra Poschmann for invigorating and relaxing yoga classes every Saturday morning in July. Bring your own mat, straps, and blocks or borrow some of ours. All levels welcome. For adults.

Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Florence Library
Are you learning English as a Second Language? Do you want to practice your English for the Citizenship interview or become more comfortable speaking with others? 

Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cudahy Library
Dive into the world of journaling to boost your mindfulness, memory, and communication skills.  Learn where to begin to make it a habit and practice with writing exercises.

Sat, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us as we welcome authors from Sisters in Crime Los Angeles, Shaina Steinberg and DC Frost, as they delve into their fictional worlds of life - and death - in Los Angeles, followed by a Q&A with the audience. For adults.

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy the beautiful music of Vivaldi, Kreisler and Joplin, played by violinist Paul Stein, a 36-year member of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. For adults.

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room
Join us for our Shibori Tie-Dyeing class where we will demonstrate techniques that will allow you to produce different designs on fabric. All materials will be provided. For adults.
This event is full

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library
We invite participants to talk about what's going well in their garden and bring up problems or questions for the group to help solve. Have a question you want to ask Plant & Garden Club? Feel free to email it to cray@library.lacounty.gov. For adults

Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Join our Summer Discovery Program and come unplug and read. The first ten minutes readers can share what they are reading, then grab a sweet treat and enjoy some quiet reading time. For ages 7 and up.

Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Florence Library
Join us for a fun session of crafting and learning geared toward adults with developmental differences and their caretakers. No crafting experience required. All supplies will be provided.

Tue, Jul 22, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room
Join us and enjoy a lively book discussion and an art project. All supplies will be provided. For adults

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Iris paper folding might look complicated, but it is surprisingly easy, relaxing, and fun. All you need is a simple pattern, different colored paper, and some tape. For adults.

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us to discuss Chris Bohjalian's 'The Jackal's Mistress'. For adults.

Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room
Learn how to create a junk journal using everyday materials. Use your journal to write draw or keep memories! In this session we will bind our journal and decorate the cover. For adults.

Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Park Library
Do you know a non-literate 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.

Tue, Jul 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room
Let's celebrate the legacy of the author and mental health advocate, Bebe Moore Campbell, by exploring different self-help books and techniques with a group of other adults. In the first session, we will explore journaling. For adults.

Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room
Join us in the meeting room to create 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.

Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Manhattan Beach Library
Join us for a spectacular one man show with Duffy Hudson! Learn about the The Great Houdini's secrets of success, his obsession with magic, and the amazing stunts that drove him to an early grave. For adults.

Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Quartz Hill Library - Meeting Room
In 1958, a small Minnesota town is rocked by a shocking murder, pouring fresh fuel on old grievances in this dazzling novel, an instant New York Times bestseller. For adults.

Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Agoura Hills Library
Join us to discuss Chris Bohjalian's 'The Jackal's Mistress'. For adults.