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Celebrate the diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in Los Angeles at AAPI Joy, a free festival for all ages. Explore the city’s rich AAPI heritage and join @lapubliclibrary in building a shared future of acceptance, cooperation, and inspiration.

AAPI Joy: AAPI Voices, Then & Now
📅 Saturday, May 16, 2026
🕚 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
📍 Central Library

🔗 Learn more: https://lapl.org/aapi-joy

Each year, the City of Los Angeles receives over $100M in federal funding to support affordable housing, parks, street lighting, and services for unhoused residents. 🏘️🌳Your input helps decide how these funds are used. Make your voice heard!

Share feedback on the 2026–2027 Annual Plan:
🗓️ May 12, 2026 – 5:30 PM
🗓️ May 14, 2026 – 5:30 PM
🌐 communityinvestment.lacity.gov/community-input

Spanish translation & closed captioning provided. Request other languages: cifd.planning@lacity.org

🚛 @LACitySAN is hosting its annual Open Houses!

These free Saturday events are open to the public at Los Angeles Sanitation & Environment district yards. Explore the TRUCK fleet, enjoy live demonstrations, take guided tours, play recycling games, visit informational booths, and more—plus refreshments! 🚛♻️🌎

🚛 @LACitySAN is hosting its annual Open Houses!

These free Saturday events are open to the public at Los Angeles Sanitation & Environment district yards. Explore the TRUCK fleet, enjoy live demonstrations, take guided tours, play recycling games, visit informational booths, and more—plus refreshments! 🚛♻️🌎

Celebrate with @LACityParks at the Salute to Recreation Family Festival! 🎡 Enjoy carnival rides, live music, and a vibrant marketplace. Community, food, sports, and fun for all ages await! ✨
📅 May 15–17, 2026
📍 Northridge Recreation Center

Looking for your new best friend? 🐾

May is National Pet Month, and it’s the perfect time to adopt. Amazing cats and dogs are waiting for loving homes at all six Los Angeles Animal Services centers.

Even better—adoption fees are waived for cats and dogs over four months old. Every pet comes spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, ready to go home with you.

Your purrfect match could be waiting right now. 💛
Learn more at LAAnimalServices.com

Get ready, LA! ⚓️ LA Fleet Week is returning to the Port of LA this Memorial Day weekend. Honor our sea services with ship tours, military displays, and live entertainment. This event is free and open to the public. 🏙️

Plan your visit: lafleetweek.com

Level up with Los Angeles Public Library Teen Web 📚✨

Free resources for teens including:
✅ Live homework help
✅ College + career prep
✅ Volunteer opportunities
✅ Leadership programs
✅ Books, blogs + teen picks
✅ Free library access through student success cards

Built for young Angelenos. Explore, learn, and lead. lapl.org/teens 💛

Wishing all the moms and caregivers a happy #MothersDay. 💛💐💖

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! 💚 All month long, @LACDMH is hosting FREE Take Action events near you. Learn about the mental health resources available in your community and take part in free wellness activities, food, art, and music.

For more information and to find events near you, visit TakeActionLA.com 🔗

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Download @culture_la 2026 #AANHPIHM Calendar and Cultural Guide to find events and original artwork celebrating the cultural traditions and contributions of LA's #AANHPIHM communities.

📅: culturela.org

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Download @culture_la 2026 #AANHPIHM Calendar and Cultural Guide to find events and original artwork celebrating the cultural traditions and contributions of LA's #AANHPIHM communities.

📅: culturela.org

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Download @culture_la 2026 #AANHPIHM Calendar and Cultural Guide to find events and original artwork celebrating the cultural traditions and contributions of LA's #AANHPIHM communities.

📅: culturela.org

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Download @culture_la 2026 #AANHPIHM Calendar and Cultural Guide to find events and original artwork celebrating the cultural traditions and contributions of LA's #AANHPIHM communities.

📅: culturela.org

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Download @culture_la 2026 #AANHPIHM Calendar and Cultural Guide to find events and original artwork celebrating the cultural traditions and contributions of LA's #AANHPIHM communities.

📅: culturela.org

The @lapubliclibrary can connect you with a patent lawyer through free consultation sessions for inventors and creators.

📍 First Saturday of every month
⏰ 1–3 PM (30-min sessions, registration required)
🏛️ Central Library

Can’t make it in person? Virtual appointments are available most days.

Protect your ideas, get expert guidance, and take the next step.
Learn more at LAPL.org ✨

The @PortofLA is offering free harbor boat tours of America’s busiest container port from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday, May 9, at the Wilmington Waterfront Promenade, adjacent to Banning’s Landing Community Center in Wilmington. Tours will depart every 30 minutes, with a final departure at 1 p.m.