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  • An open book among stacks.

    Book Club: The Personal Librarian

    Join the discussion of The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict.

    • Date: 9/5/2026
    • Time: 11:00 AM
    • Location: Los Feliz
  • A grouping of multicolored books arranged in a random way.

    World Cultures Reading Circle Book Discussion

    Join the World Cultures Reading Circle in the Community Room to discuss Sacrament: A Novel by Susan Straight. New members welcome.

    • Date: 9/8/2026
    • Time: 6:30 PM
    • Location: Westchester - Loyola Village
  • Stack of books

    Wilmington Book Club

    Join us as we discuss Every Summer After by Carely Fortune, and receive your books for next month as well.

    • Date: 9/9/2026
    • Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Location: Wilmington
  • Medicare card with pen

    Medicare Basics Part 2: Medicare Supplement Insurance and More

    A representative from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will discuss Medicare supplement insurance (Medigap) coverage and other programs and resources that can help out-of-pocket costs. Attendees will also learn about Medicare drug…

    • Date: 9/9/2026
    • Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Mystery Books

    Mystery Book Club

    Join us on the second Wednesday of every month for our Mystery Book Club!Upcoming meetings:September 9 - The Golden Spoon by Jessa MaxwellOctober 14 - The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

    • Date: 9/9/2026
    • Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Location: Sylmar
  • Mother holding a child

    World Cinema Series: Cinco lobitos

    After her partner temporarily leaves, Amaia, a new mother, returns to her parents' house on the Basque coast for guidance. (99 min.)

    • Date: 9/12/2026
    • Time: 1:00 PM
    • Location: Central Library
  • Libby app logo

    Let's Learn Libby: E-Media Resource Information Session

    Interested in learning how to use our most popular e-media resource? Have questions about how Libby works on your device? Want to learn some cool Libby tips and tricks? Need to troubleshoot Libby issues with a pro? Maybe you received a Kindle or…

    • Date: 9/12/2026
    • Time: 1:00 PM
    • Location: Chatsworth
  • "When We Were Monsters" book cover

    YA Lit Book Club Discusses "When We Were Monsters" by Jennifer Niven

    Adults and teens are invited to discuss Jennifer Niven's When We Were Monsters. A group of boarding school students attend a winter program where they experience a series of disturbing and bizarre lessons from their teacher.Copies available at the…

    • Date: 9/12/2026
    • Time: 3:00 PM
    • Location: Chatsworth
  • chess, dominoes, game

    Millennial Lotería

    Join us for a fun afternoon and bring a friend! Millennial Lotería is a hilarious and insightful parody of the classic game "Mexican Bingo," known as Lotería, but this time it's tailored for millennials.

    • Date: 9/14/2026
    • Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Location: Junipero Serra
  • example mini longstitch book

    Mini Long-stitch Bookmaking

    Join us for a hands-on workshop where you will learn to hand-bind a long-stitch-style book. You will have the opportunity to choose the color and design of your cover, select your thread, and optionally add a unique charm to your binding. Through a…

    • Date: 9/14/2026
    • Time: 6:00 PM
    • Location: Mar Vista
  • Book club plaid man reading

    The 3rd Tuesday Book Club

    Join us for a lively discussion of Night Watch by Jayne Anne Phillips. All are welcome!

    • Date: 9/15/2026
    • Time: 6:30 PM
    • Location: Playa Vista
  • books

    Book Club: We Do Not Part

    Join us for a lively discussion of the 2025 novel We Do Not Part by Han Kang.

    • Date: 9/16/2026
    • Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Location: Granada Hills
  • Letter C with flowers in the background

    Designing With Calligraphy

    Join us for a hands-on program creating calligraphy letters with design elements.

    • Date: 9/19/2026
    • Time: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
    • Location: Central Library
  • dark blue image with popcorn, film, and film canister in the forground

    Summer Movie Screening - Jurassic Park

    Join us for our Summer Movies series featuring the thrilling 1993 classic Jurassic Park, starring Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum. When a group of visitors are invited to tour a dinosaur theme park, excitement quickly turns into danger after…

    • Date: 9/19/2026
    • Time: 1:00 PM - 3:15 PM
    • Location: Cypress Park
  • A variety of arts and craft supplies

    Trash Art Day at the Library

    Join us for a laid-back day of art! Let's explore the amazing art pieces we can create using materials we find around us. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring any materials you would like to use.

    • Date: 9/19/2026
    • Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Location: West Los Angeles
  • Three stacks of books surrounding three opened books, with a pair of glasses set on top.

    Book Club: The Island of the Sea Women

    Please join us for a conversation about The Island of the Sea Women, by Lisa See.Mi-ja and Young-sook, two girls living on the Korean island of Jeju, are best friends who come from very different backgrounds. When they are old enough, they begin…

    • Date: 9/21/2026
    • Time: 11:00 AM
    • Location: Fairfax
  • central 100

    Sourdough Starter Pancakes and Butter

    Join Certified Food Preservation Instructor Brie Wakeland Muszynski for a hands-on presentation on how to care for sourdough starter and use it to make pancakes at home. The presentation includes tasting samples, making butter and whipping cream by…

    • Date: 9/21/2026
    • Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • Location: Junipero Serra
  • mystery bookclub picture

    The Mystery Book Club

    Join for a discussion of The Carpool Detectives by Chuck Hogan. All are welcome!

    • Date: 9/22/2026
    • Time: 6:30 PM
    • Location: Playa Vista
  • Medicare card with pen

    Medicare Fraud, Waste and Abuse Prevention

    A representative from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will focus on empowering beneficiaries to identify and report Medicare fraud, waste and abuse. The topics discussed will include how to protect your Medicare number, recognize…

    • Date: 9/23/2026
    • Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • books open on pink table

    Classics Book Club: The Sun Also Rises

    Join us for a lively discussion of the 1926 novel The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway.

    • Date: 9/23/2026
    • Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Location: Granada Hills
  • Accordion books with ribbon and bookmaking supplies on a blue background

    Accordion Bookmaking With Nova Community Arts

    To celebrate the Central Library’s 100th anniversary, let's learn how to bind our own accordion-style artist book. This simple, experimental binding uses book board and book cloth, and is great for art books. No stitching is needed, just glue. Your…

    • Date: 9/28/2026
    • Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Location: Angeles Mesa
  • popcorn, film

    Film Screening: Stand and Deliver

    In honor of Latino Heritage Month, join us for a viewing of the movie Stand and Deliver, which highlights themes of cultural pride, academic excellence, and overcoming prejudice.

    • Date: 9/28/2026
    • Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • Location: Junipero Serra
  • papel picado, pink, purple, green, blue

    Flag Coloring

    In honor of Latino Heritage Month, join us for flag coloring pages that celebrate Latino communities, promote cultural awareness, and recognize diverse cultures.

    • Date: 10/5/2026
    • Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Location: Junipero Serra
  • A variety of zine booklets.

    Create Your Own Roaring Twenties Story

    In this interactive making workshop, journey back to the Roaring Twenties. Discover the history of the 1920s as you craft a personalized 8-page mini zine using just one sheet of paper. By combining drawing, collage, and storytelling, each participant…

    • Date: 10/7/2026
    • Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Location: Harbor City - Harbor Gateway
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