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.
Adult Learning Sessions empower participants with essential reading, writing and English conversation skills. The session leader facilitates engaging activities, such as reading newspapers and short stories, mastering American phrases and idioms, and…
Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions while working on pronunciation. This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community.
Adults can work with an in-person tutor for 15-20 minutes. No appointment required. Walk-in tutoring is available on a first come, first served basis. This free service includes reading assistance, writing assistance and English conversation. We…
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
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.
Gain confidence using English in everyday situations. This practical class helps adults build vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and practice conversational English for work, school, home, and the community.
Children can read to our certified therapy dog Vida, to build confidence and practice their reading skills. Early through advanced readers are welcome. First come, first served, and no sign-up is required. Reading sessions may be time-limited to…
Children ages 5 and up are invited to read with Thor the therapy dog. Reading to a friendly dog helps reduce anxiety and makes reading fun!A selection of books will be provided.
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteers Beryl, Barbara, Annette, and Lynda. Come three times and take home a free book.
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…
Support your library and the Friends of the Washington Irving Library! Discover your next great read at the bookstore, open every Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., featuring timeless treasures and new favorites.
