This class is for adults who want to learn about current events using a newspaper called News for You and other materials. Adults will practice their vocabulary, grammar, reading, and conversational skills with the instructor and peers.
"Dr. Pianist" Makiko Hirata is an internationally renowned classical pianist, and we are so fortunate to hear her perform for us live in concert at Platt. Makiko will announce the pieces on her program during her recital, and the audience will help…
Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist with legal documents. No reservations or appointments are required but…
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.
ZOS!MO is the singer-songwriter moniker of Los Angeles-based Filipino American artist Zosimo Quibilan Jr. He will perform original Tagalog indie pop rock, including excerpts from his rock opera about the 1896 Philippine Revolution vs. Spain. A…
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.
In this class, we will delve into the art of wrapping using Bojagi, exploring its diverse applications in both formal and informal settings. From adding an elegant touch to gifts to crafting fun market sacks using reusable, sustainable Bojagi.
Harp and cello duo Strange Interlude (Lily Press, harp, and Simon Linn-Gerstein, cello) will present an intimate salon-style concert carefully curated to include seldom-performed works, contemporary compositions, and transcriptions and arrangements…
Walk-in tutoring is available for adults needing assistance with internet searches, forms, English skills, resumes, citizenship tests, and basic technology, with no appointment necessary and 20-minute sessions on a first-come, first-served basis.
Natalya Grinbaum-Smyrnos will perform a collection of heartfelt and soul-stirring songs in Russian, Ukrainian, Hebrew, and English, showcasing the beauty and emotion of diverse musical traditions.
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.This service is free and open to the…
We meet on the first Sunday of each month to discuss a mystery, thriller, or suspense book picked by the group. For current titles, please contact the West LA Library at westla@lapl.org or 310-575-8323.
Learn basic papermaking techniques utilizing recycled paper materials found around the home, such as junk mail, old homework, newspapers, or a variety of almost any kind of paper. Sophia will discuss the materials and basic equipment, as well as…
Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art, and architecture of L.A.'s landmark downtown library. Meet your docent in the Main Lobby in front of the Library Store.
LA Made presents a screening of Sue Carpenter's documentary, 40 Watts From Nowhere. Afterward, there will be a post-screening Q&A with Sue Carpenter, Bob Forrest (former KBLT DJ and singer in Thelonius Monster), Don Bolles (Former KBLT DJ and drummer…