Explore LA12 things to do in Los Angeles with kids and teens today
Today in Los Angeles · October 7, 2026. Event details and registration inventory can change; check the official links before leaving.
Extreme heat: The National Weather Service has an Extreme Heat Warning in effect through 8 p.m. Thursday, October 8, with a Los Angeles high near 98°F today. Every featured pick in the approved social package is indoors, but bring water, limit time in parked cars and use extra care during travel. Check the current National Weather Service forecast.
Wednesday’s guide starts with the six activities from today’s approved Kids & Tots and Teens & Family graphics, each included once. Six additional verified choices add bubbles, storytimes, homework support, bilingual making and college planning without padding the list.
Top 3 today
Babies + toddlers
Baby and Toddler Play
An open play window with sensory materials, social time and room for babies and toddlers to explore with their caregivers.
- When
- 10:30 a.m.–noon
- Where
- Eagle Rock Branch Library · 5027 Caspar Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90041
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Children ages 3 and under with an adult caregiver
- Booking
- No advance registration is listed
Good to know: The official page also labels this recurring program sensory friendly.
Laugh and Be Silly With Millie
A high-energy bubble show with games, dancing, a bubble car wash and a chance for children to stand inside a bubble.
- When
- 10:30–11:15 a.m.
- Where
- Robertson Branch Library · 1719 S. Robertson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Recommended for ages 0–5
- Booking
- No advance registration is listed
Good to know: The program is indoors, a useful fit during today’s heat warning.
Storytime and Playtime
A 25-minute storytime with songs and movement, followed by toys and open play.
- When
- 10:30–11:30 a.m.
- Where
- Exposition Park Branch Library, children’s area · 3900 S. Western Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90062
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Babies, toddlers and caregivers
- Booking
- No advance registration is listed
Good to know: The official listing does not state a registration requirement.
Korean Storytime
Songs, stories and play led in Korean during the branch’s monthly first-Wednesday storytime.
- When
- 10:30–11:30 a.m.
- Where
- Pio Pico–Koreatown Branch Library, Community Room · 694 S. Oxford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90005
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Babies and toddlers; the program is in Korean and all are welcome
- Booking
- No advance registration is listed
Good to know: All families are welcome, including those who are new to Korean.
Kids + family
Blue Submarine: Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy
A close-up marine-life program with live tidepool animals, specimens and colorful puppets.
- When
- 4–5 p.m.
- Where
- Wilshire Branch Library · 149 N. Saint Andrews Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90004
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Best for children ages 3 and older
- Booking
- No advance registration is listed
Good to know: The organizer explicitly labels this specific program sensory friendly.
Building Blocks
Children can build and experiment with both large and small toy building blocks.
- When
- 4–5 p.m.
- Where
- Vermont Square Branch Library · 1201 W. 48th St., Los Angeles, CA 90037
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Children of all ages
- Booking
- No advance registration is listed
Good to know: The current branch calendar lists the October 7 session from 4 to 5 p.m.
Student Zone
A quiet after-school space with computers, school supplies, free printing and guidance from a trained homework helper.
- When
- 2–6 p.m.
- Where
- Robertson Branch Library, second-floor teen area · 1719 S. Robertson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Students in grades K–12
- Booking
- Drop-in program; no advance registration is listed
Good to know: Families may arrive at any point during the four-hour window.
Tweens + teens
Teen Crafternoon: Spooky Felt Friends
Teens make a small felt trinket, spend time together and enjoy a snack.
- When
- 4–5:30 p.m.
- Where
- Alhambra Civic Center Library, Learning Center · 101 S. First St., Alhambra, CA 91801
- Cost
- No fee is listed
- Ages / fit
- Teens
- Booking
- No advance registration is listed
Good to know: The official page lists the program in the Learning Center.
PLUS ME Project: Teen Edition
A personal-storytelling workshop designed to help teens reflect, write and build confidence.
- When
- 4:30–5:30 p.m.
- Where
- Montana Avenue Branch Library · 1704 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90403
- Cost
- No fee is listed
- Ages / fit
- Ages 13–18
- Booking
- No advance registration requirement is shown on the event listing
Good to know: This is the October 7 session in the official two-part series.
Stitch Society: Social Hour
A relaxed social hour for crochet, cross-stitch, knitting and sewing.
- When
- 4–5 p.m.
- Where
- Atwater Village Branch Library · 3379 Glendale Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Teens, adults and seniors; all skill levels
- Booking
- No advance registration is listed
Good to know: Bring a project or use the hour to meet other makers.
Embroidery Club / Taller de bordado
A bilingual English and Spanish session covering basic embroidery techniques, with thread, needles, fabric and loaner hoops provided.
- When
- 4–5:30 p.m.
- Where
- Malabar Branch Library, Community Room · 2801 Wabash Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90033
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Teens, adults and seniors
- Booking
- No advance registration is listed
Good to know: The activity uses needles and scissors; younger teens should follow staff guidance.
Get Ready for College: Community College & Transfer Pathways
A practical workshop about community-college options, transfer programs, costs and campus support systems.
- When
- 5–6 p.m.
- Where
- Pio Pico–Koreatown Branch Library, Community Room · 694 S. Oxford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90005
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Teens
- Booking
- Registration requested; the official page showed 65 spots remaining at the morning check
Good to know: Inventory can change, so use the live registration control before leaving.
Free + low-cost snapshot
Every Los Angeles Public Library program in this guide is free. The Alhambra and Santa Monica event pages do not list a fee. Most activities are drop-in; the college pathways workshop requests registration and showed 65 spots remaining at the morning check.
