Santa Monica Main Library Book Group
This book group is for adults and seniors and features an eclectic selection of literary fiction and nonfiction. The reading selection for this month is “The Outliers,” by Malcolm Gladwell.
Where: Main Branch of SMPL, Multipurpose Room, 2nd Floor
Date: Monday, the 21st
Time: 7 pm – 830 pm
Address: 601 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Website: http://calendar.smgov.net/library/eventsignup.asp?ID=17885
Redondo Poets at Coffee Cartel
The Redondo Poets weekly poetry reading has been running continuously at Coffee Cartel since 1998. The format is open mic (from a sign-up list) and featured poet(s). There is no cover charge.
Where: Coffee Cartel
Date: Tuesday the 22nd
Time: 8 pm
Address: 1820 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Website: http://openmikes.org/listings/coffeecartel2
STAR Reader Program at Washington Irving Branch Library
Join us and meet our STAR volunteer reader Martha. Read stories together and learn how to earn a free book. Books come alive for pre-school kids when they share the fun of reading with STAR library volunteers.
Where: Washington Irving Branch of LAPL
Date: Tuesday the 22nd
Time: 4 pm
Address: 4117 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90018
Website: http://www.lapl.org/branches/washington-irving
STAR Storytime at Junipero Serra Branch Library
Come and read with STAR volunteer reader, Ms. A. Children that share books with her on three occasions get to take home a book of their own.
Where: Junipero Serra Branch Library
Date: Wednesday the 23rd
Time: 4 pm – 5 pm
Address: 4607 S. Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90037
Website: http://www.lapl.org/branches/junipero-serra
STAR Program at Fairfax Branch Library
For children of all ages. Hear stories read by a trained STAR volunteer. First time participants receive a punch card, and after three visits to a STAR reader, a child can earn a free book.
Where: Fairfax Branch Library of LAPL
Date: Wednesday the 23rd
Time: 3 pm – 4 pm
Address: 161 S. Gardner St., Los Angeles, CA 90036
Website: http://www.lapl.org/branches/Fairfax
Creative Life Writing Workshop
Learn to energize and express your natural creative voice as you dive into this unique lyrical experience. Poet and educator Andrea Beard knows all creativity needs to flourish is the desire, intention and opportunity. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned writer, you’ll find this workshop brimming with inspiration and ideas.
Where: Studio City Branch Library
Date: Wednesday the 16th
Time: 6 pm – 8 pm
Address: 12511 Moorpark St., Studio City, CA 91604
Website: http://www.lapl.org/branches/studio-city
Viento Y Agua Open Mic
Weekly Open Mic with Mixed Acts, hosted by Alyssandra.
Sign-ups begin at 7:30 pm and performances begin at 8 pm.
Where: Viento Y Agua
Date: Thursday the 24th
Time: 7:30 pm – 10 pm
Address: 4007 E. 4th Street, Long Beach, CA
Website: http://www.localendar.com/public/CadenceCollective
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Where: Anywhere you are
Date: Friday the 25th
Time: All day
Address: N/A
Website: N/A
STAR Reader at Central Library
Come share stories and more with STAR volunteer reader Debra. Open to school age children and their parents.
Where: Central Library
Date: Saturday the 26th
Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Address: 630 W. 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071
Website: http://www.lapl.org/branches/central-library
BARK! Beach Animals Reading with Kids
Kids are invited to come and practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a BARK therapy dog. Participation is limited by dog team availability. Parent or guardian consent is required on day of event.
Where: San Pedro Regional Library
Time: 11:30 am
Date: Saturday the 26th
Address: 931 S. Gaffey St., San Pedro, CA 90731
Website: http://www..lapl.org/branches/san-pedro
Last Saturday of the Month Poetry Open Mic
Join us for open mic poetry at the Library. All are invited to participate. Read a classic poem or your own composition. Each presenter will have six minutes. Every month a local poet is featured.
Where: Encino-Tarzana Branch of LAPL
Date: Saturday the 26th
Time: 2 pm – 4 pm
Address: 18231 Ventura Blvd., Tarzana, CA 91356
Website: http://www.lapl.org/branches/encino-tarzana
Arroyo Book Club (ABC)
Join us for a lively book inspired afternoon with refreshments. Call 323-255-0537 for details.
Where: Arroyo Seco Regional Library
Date: Saturday the 26th
Time: 3 pm
Address: 6145 N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90042
Website: http://www.lapl.org/branches/arroyo-seco
Noho Book Club reads “The Women”
A monthly book discussion group meets the fourth Saturday of most months. December’s selection is “The Women” by T.C. Boyle. New members are welcome!
Where: North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Library
Date: Saturday, the 26th
Time: 4 pm – 5 pm
Address: 5211 Tujunga Avenue, North Hollywood, CA 91601
Website: http://lapl.org/branches/north-hollywood
Shades of Afrika Open Mic
Weekly Open Mic with Poetry hosted by impacc and Shy. $5 cover includes light refreshments.
Where: Shades of Afrika
Date: Saturday the 26th
Time: 8 pm – 10 pm
Address: 1001 E. 4th St., Long Beach, CA 90802
Website: http://www.localendar.com/public/CadenceCollective
Nebraska Girl Open Mic at Beyond Baroque
A monthly event hosted by Wyatt Underwood. Feature this month: TBA. Five-minute limit, sign-ups at 1:45 pm.
Regular admission.
Where: Beyond Baroque, Mike Kelly Gallery
Date: Sunday, the 27th
Time: 2 pm
Address: 681 Venice Blvd., Venice, CA 90291
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