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John Bernhill Phillips, the first designated Central Library director. Shelves of film reels in the Audio-Visual Department
Danielle Ball, Librarian, Business & Economics Department, May 5, 2026

Los Angeles Public Library is celebrating 100 years of the Central Library, making this the perfect time to spotlight the exceptional librarians who have overseen this remarkable building and everything within: its collections, programs, services, and staff. Over several weeks, we're highlighting the individuals who have served as Director of Central Library.

In Part 1 of this series,...

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Leo Politi and his muse, Alicia, in front of his drawing of her, 1972

Art in the Library: Vermont Square Branch Library

Catherine Sturgeon, Children's Librarian, Angeles Mesa Branch Library, Wednesday, July 6, 2022

The Vermont Square Branch Library is one of three extant Carnegie libraries in the Los Angeles Public Library system.


3 Spanish book covers

Lo nuevo en español: libros interesantes que llegan a la biblioteca este mes

Patricia Valdovinos, Librarian, Multilingual Collections, Tuesday, July 5, 2022

Los libros en español más esperados están disponibles en tu biblioteca. Haz clic en cada título para verlo en nuestro catálogo. ¡No esperes y reserva tu copia hoy mismo!


Children listening to a man at an Arden Ice Cream truck.

The Scoop on National Ice Cream Month

Donna Marie Atmur, Children's Librarian, Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library, Saturday, July 2, 2022

There is nothing like the cool sweet taste of ice cream on a blazing day. Ice cream is my all-time favorite dessert and I know I’m not alone. For many, the thought of this refreshing treat evokes idyllic childhood memories of blissful summer days.


Author Paul Cornell and his latest novel, Rosebud

Interview With an Author: Paul Cornell

Daryl M., Librarian, West Valley Regional Branch Library, Thursday, June 30, 2022

Paul Cornell has written episodes of Elementary,


Author Timothy Janovsky and his latest novel, Never Been Kissed

Interview With an Author: Timothy Janovsky

Daryl M., Librarian, West Valley Regional Branch Library, Tuesday, June 28, 2022

Timothy Janovsky is a queer, multidisciplinary storyteller from New Jersey. He holds a degree in theatre and dance from Muhlenberg College.


Author Shelby Van Pelt  and her first novel, Remarkably Bright Creatures

Interview With an Author: Shelby Van Pelt

Daryl M., Librarian, West Valley Regional Branch Library, Thursday, June 23, 2022

Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Shelby Van Pelt lives in the suburbs of Chicago with her family.


Collage of four books about LGBTQIA experience

LGBTQIA Pride Month Book Talk

Social Science, Philosophy and Religion Department, Central Library, Wednesday, June 22, 2022

We celebrate LGBTQIA Pride Heritage Month in June! We are recommending recent critically acclaimed titles from the Social Science, Philosophy & Religion department collection which share the voices and history of this community.


Author Regina Kanyu Wang and her latest work collection, The Way Spring Arrives

Interview With an Author: Regina Kanyu Wang

Daryl M., Librarian, West Valley Regional Branch Library, Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Regina Kanyu Wang, an editor, is a bilingual writer from Shanghai who writes both in Chinese and English.


Band performing in Texas for Emancipation Day, 1900

5 datos interesantes de Juneteenth (Día de la Liberación)

Ana Campos, Principal Librarian, Central Library Services, Saturday, June 18, 2022

Los Estados Unidos tiene una historia obscura sobre la esclavitud de los afroamericanos. Entre esta historia se encuentra Juneteenth, el cual se celebrará el 19 de junio para conmemorar el fin de la esclavitud en los Estados Unidos.


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