Events Calendar

Come hear Manny Pacheco share lively stories from Hollywood’s golden age and talk about how movies shaped important moments in history, like the Depression and the Red Scare.

Join us in celebrating Pride Month with storyteller Arnold Weiss, who will share stories about the life and legacy of Bayard Rustin, a prominent Civil Rights and LGBTQIA+ activist.

Join a Waldorf Handwork Educator for a hands-on workshop on how to utilize basic sewing techniques to create useful and beautiful items with embroidered elements.

Join us as Gerry Fialka and Brad Kay delve into the untold stories behind Venice's jazz roots. Experience a discussion about the iconic clubs, legendary musicians, and the vibrant culture that shaped Southern California's music scene in the early…

Interested in media preservation? This workshop will be a synthesis of all T.A.P.E. A/V preservation workshops centered specifically around home media preservation, damage prevention, and autonomy around proprietary born digital file creation and…

Come listen to Craig Newton and the sounds of our American Heritage as he plays Dixieland and the music of 1900s America. Join us in air conditioned comfort and enjoy the songs of our past.

Thomas Paine's ideas changed the world, and his words sparked a revolution. As we celebrate America's 250th birthday, join us for a theatrical production sharing the story of one of history's most misunderstood men. Written by and starring Ian Ruskin…

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.

The Sunburst Brass Quintet of the 40th Infantry Division Band of the California Army National Guard headlines our annual Pre-Independence Day Celebration this year. Don't miss this great concert of popular American classics and patriotic favorites…

Join us in the Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen the FIFA World Cup 26™. Join us in the comfortable, air-conditioned Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen…

Join us for a film screening of Sunday Bloody Sunday!

Join us for Family Game Day! Lotería is a traditional Mexican board game of chance, similar to Bingo.

Join us for a highly interactive magic show, where the audience is the star, with focus on all the magical resources the library has to offer.This program is fun for families of all ages.This program was generously funded by the Friends of the Mid…

Join professional dancer and choreographer Ashley Maimes for a fun introduction to musical theater dance. All skill levels are welcome!This program is generously funded by the Platt Friends of the Library.

Join us for a hands-on pickling workshop and enjoy an introduction to basic concepts in fermentation and vinegar pickling for the home kitchen. L.A. based Chinese American fermented food advocate and instructor, Jessica Wang, brings pickling tips and…

Join us for tie-dyeing on our patio. We will provide a bandana, or you may bring one item to dye (such as a t-shirt--we can't accommodate dyeing heavy items like pants). We recommend clean, cotton materials to hold the dye well. This program will be…

Discover the art of making Korean mini-kimbap, bite-sized seaweed rice rolls filled with fresh vegetables and savory ingredients. These colorful and nutritious rolls are a popular Korean snack, often enjoyed with a flavorful dipping sauce, and are…

Welcome Summer 2026 with 100s of nature and beach themed stencils. Decorate your own t-shirt or other fabric item, or choose one of our canvas bags.Fabric paints are permanent and cannot be washed out, accidental stains are a possibility. We suggest…

Drew Barrymore made her directing debut with Whip It (2009, rated PG-13), the heartfelt and high-energy story of a girl who finds acceptance with a rowdy team of roller derby girls. Indie rock-loving misfit Bliss (Ellen Page) lives in a small Texas…

Let’s welcome Summer with a fun afternoon of coloring!We will provide coloring pages and colored pencils for the program. Coloring can be a form of therapy and we always want to promote different ways to de-stress in the library. Soft, relaxing music…

Teens and adults are invited to celebrate their Pride any way they'd like by crafting rainbow-themed or other craft tape notebooks.

Join us to watch the touching 2025 film Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. The film is rated PG.

Join us in the Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen the FIFA World Cup 26™. Join us in the comfortable, air-conditioned Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen…

Discuss The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters (2023). A four-year-old Mi'kmaq girl goes missing from the blueberry fields of Maine, sparking a mystery that will haunt the survivors, unravel a family, and remain unsolved for nearly fifty years.