Events Calendar

Chomp away at summer and join us for a fun take-homecraft! We will be using Popsicle sticks and chenille stems to make silly alligators. Hope to see you later, alligators!

Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities designed for young children and their caregivers. The room will be open from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. for play and socializing before and after the program. This event is recommended for children up to 3…

Join a team of librarians in a fun storytime, puppet show, and craft as we celebrate the Summer with the Library.

Join us as we discuss Year of Wonders by Geraldine Brooks, and receive your books for next month as well.

Join us as we discuss Snow Flower and Secret Fan by Lisa See, and receive your books for next month as well.

USC's Roybal Institute on Aging and Alzheimer's LA will be on hand to educate individuals about their work and provide Alzheimer's and dementia-related resources.

Join us on the second Wednesday of every month for our Mystery Book Club!Upcoming meetings:July 8 - Everyone in this Bank is a Thief by Benjamin StevensonAugust 12 - The Frozen River by Ariel LawhonSeptember 9 - The Golden Spoon by Jessa…

Join us at the Playa Vista Branch Library as we continue to celebrate the Central Library’s centennial year. Historian Mary Mallory will highlight the pioneering women of the Los Angeles Public Library, including Tessa Kelso, Miriam Matthews, Eleanor…

Design your own custom tote bag using colorful fabric markers, stencils, and summer-inspired art! Create a bag for beach days, books, shopping, or everyday use while showing off your personal style. Ages 9-18.

Join us to celebrate the Central Library's 100th anniversary with crafts made from vintage catalog cards!

Join master storyteller Karen Golden as she takes you on a storytelling and musical adventure up your street and around the world!Open to all families.

Make ice cream, then add your favorite toppings!

Join us for an engaging workshop featuring Self Help Graphics. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn the fundamental techniques of relief printing using foam blocks you can draw on directly. Experienced artists will guide you through creating…

Join us for a fun bubble show by Bubblemania and explore the science of bubbles.This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles.

Learn to make delicious vegan sushi!

Kids will be taught two quick and easy (and fun!) craft projects. Make something cute to take home.

Join the Reptile Family at the library and embark on a hands-on safari around the world program to meet reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods of all sizes. Learn about various feeding habits and get the chance to safely hold some of the animals.
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Beginning, hands-on training on how to use a mouse and keyboard. No computer experience is necessary.You must have a Los Angeles Public Library card to attend computer classes.

Straight from the world-famous Magic Castle, Allen presents an outstanding, well polished act with astonishing sleight of hand and fun comedy for all ages.

Join us for a variety of games, including board, card, video, and block-coding games.

Join us to learn the basics of hand embroidery! We'll cover some of the most commonly used stitches to help you create a beautiful floral design. A cotton bandana will be provided, but feel free to bring your own item to embroider.

Join Chef Jess Wang for a communal experience centered around a beloved Chinese dessert tradition: making hand-rolled sticky rice dumplings. Explore the symbolic significance of these delightful dumplings as you learn to prepare fruity and vegetable…

Get ready for an exciting, high-energy jump rope show packed with amazing tricks, double-dutch, fun games, and chances to join in! This one-hour program is all about having fun, staying active, and believing in yourself—even when things feel tough…

Join us in the Children's Area every second Thursday of the month for an afternoon of learning, books, and fun! Children will develop their reading skills and build confidence with BARK Therapy Dogs. An adult must accompany children under 13.