Events Calendar

While the Benjamin Franklin Branch Library is closed for construction, visit us across the street at the Boyle Heights City Hall for the Benjamin Franklin pop-up.

A weekly fiber arts meetup where participants can share projects, socialize with other fiber artists, and work on their crafts. Bring your own supplies. No registration is required, but schedules may change, so call the Washington Irving Library at…

This workshop series will help individuals with Parkinson's reduce chronic back pain and improve balance and gait. Each workshop incorporates gentle movement, accompanied by special guidelines for daily living.

Free Community Services, providing free food, clothing, support services to low-income individuals, families, the homeless, and to the unemployed/under-employed in the area of the San Fernando Valley.

Do you want to improve your reading with a good story? Join the book club and read with other adults who want to practice vocabulary, grammar, and reading skills using books or poetry. Everyone is welcome. Books or poems will be provided.

Immerse yourself in a music workshop with participatory singing and wellness activities to improve mental health, amplify self-expression, and build community.

If you are over the age of 50 and would like to practice Tai Chi with a group of friendly folks, the Social-Educational Community of Older and Inclusive Adults (SECOIAs) of Mar Vista is your place to be.

Whether you're a seasoned player or new to board games, this event is perfect for teens and adults of all ages. Don't miss this opportunity to make new friends and maybe discover an exciting new board game or two.

Books, Hooks, & Needles!

Play chess with your neighbors and friends, and have some fun at the Encino-Tarzana Branch Library

Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must have a green card. RSVP: Please sign up at the branch or call: 213-228-7154.

Clases de ciudadanía gratuitas. Aprenda los elementos de historia americana, gobierno, la entrevista y los elementos básicos de lenguaje para la entrevista de ciudadanía. Los alumnos necesitan tener una Tarjeta de Residente Permanente (también…

Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must have a green card. RSVP: Please sign up at the branch or call: 213-228-7154.

Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must have a green card. RSVP: Please sign up at the branch or call: 213-228-7154.

Speak English with confidence! English conversation class is perfect for beginner level. Adults will use common words and expressions.

Free one-on-one assistance for all your technology needs.

Speak English with confidence! This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community.

Join us for our long running Mystery Book Club! Call the branch for title information.

Do you want to make an impact on your community? Join the Washington Irving Branch Friends of the Library.Any questions, please call (323) 734-6303 or email wirvng@lapl.org.

Providers are available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, for 10-minute conversations. Participants will need to have their description and a clear question prepared in advance.

Providers are available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, for 10-minute conversations. Participants will need to have their description and a clear question prepared in advance.

Our Cybernaut is available to assist you in learning basic computer skills, using the library databases, setting up email, operating your laptop, tablet or smartphone, copying, printing, scanning services and more.

Donate Blood with the American Red Cross at the Van Nuys Library and receive a $10.00 gift card!

Aphasia is a brain disorder. It usually results from stroke or head injury. It affects a person's ability to read, write, speak, and understand speech. This book club is designed especially for adults with aphasia. Because everyone deserves to enjoy…