Events Calendar

Join us for 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.
All ages are welcome.This program was made…

Trends may change, but tie-dye is here to stay! We will have a limited supply of white t-shirts available, but participants are also welcome to bring their own t-shirts or tote bags to dye. All necessary tie-dye materials will be provided. This event…

Join Certified Food Preservation Instructor Brie Wakeland Muszynski for a presentation on how to safely make yogurt, butter, and a variety of soft cheeses at home. The presentation includes tasting samples, and a yogurt, butter, and cheese zine.

Join us for our Summer With the Library program! Create and decorate your own paper doll using supplies provided. All ages are welcome to attend!Don't forget to sign up for our Summer With the Library Challenge and receive prizes while supplies last…

Join us for a craft program for ages 1-4. We will make two dessert crafts.

Toddlers-age 6 are invited to wear old clothes to paint on a variety of surfaces and structures! This program will take place outside using tempera paint.

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.
All…

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.