Calendar of Events
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Thu, Apr 30, 2026 4:15 pm |
Meet the Author! With Sandra Martin Denís Author Sandra Martin Denís will read her book Why the Turtle Walks So Slowly: A Cuban Folktale Adapted and Retold, and answer questions about writing. Then we'll... |
Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library | Kids |
Authors, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |
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Sat, May 02, 2026 2:00 pm |
Declaration: The Story of American Independence Robert Watson discusses his book Declaration. Declaration uncovers the lesser-known stories, surprising twists, and forgotten voices behind the most... |
Central Library | Adults |
Authors, History & Genealogy English |
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Sat, May 02, 2026 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Free Comic Book Day Come get free comics, and mix and mingle with other comic book lovers. Meet and greet with local comic creators Henry Barajas, Corinna Bechko, and more. |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids, Teens, Adults |
Authors English |
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Mon, May 04, 2026 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Robertson Writer's Group Writing a book, poem, or screenplay? Need deadlines? Want constructive feedback? Then this is the place for you. Bring 5 - 10 double-spaced typed pages to read. Everyone will get a... |
In Person & Online Robertson Branch Library |
Adults |
Authors, Writing English |
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Fri, May 08, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
Book Launch - Amplify!: My Fight for Asian America Join us for the Los Angeles book launch of award-winning news reporter Dion Lim’s new book, the first mainstream book about anti-Asian racism in... |
Central Library | Adults |
Authors, Lectures English |
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Sat, May 09, 2026 1:00 pm |
Author Megan O’Grady - How It Feels To Be Alive: Encounters With Art and Our Selves Join art critic and essayist Megan O'Grady to discuss her book debut, How It Feels... |
Edendale Branch Library | Adults |
Authors English |
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Mon, May 11, 2026 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Robertson Writer's Group Writing a book, poem, or screenplay? Need deadlines? Want constructive feedback? Then this is the place for you. Bring 5 - 10 double-spaced typed pages to read. Everyone will get a... |
In Person & Online Robertson Branch Library |
Adults |
Authors, Writing English |
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Sat, May 16, 2026 11:00 am to 4:00 pm |
AAPI Joy: AAPI Voices, Then & Now Join us to celebrate the diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in Los Angeles at AAPI Joy, a free festival for all ages. Explore... |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors, Community Resources & Services, Film, Music & Performances, Teen Councils English, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, Tagalog |
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Sat, May 23, 2026 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Meet the Author! Born and Raised: Growing up in the Heart of LA’s Raw Era Join us for an afternoon with local author Gregor Mendoza. He will give a short reading, answer questions, and sign copies... |
Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library | Adults |
Authors English |
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Fri, May 29, 2026 1:00 pm |
Marilyn Monroe Centennial Celebration Marilyn: The Lost Photographs, The Last Interview: Panel Discussion, Book Signing, and Special Artifact Display As part of Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday... |
Central Library | Adults |
Authors English |
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Sat, May 30, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
FOCAL Award Ceremony Join FOCAL (Friends of Children and Literature) for their presentation of the 2026 FOCAL Award to Simone written by Viet Thanh Nguyen and illustrated by Minnie Phan. They will talk about their... |
Central Library | Kids, Adults |
Authors English |
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Sat, Jun 13, 2026 3:00 pm |
Your Author: Dan Santat The Los Angeles Public Library is proud to present award-winning author/illustrator (and this year’s Summer with the Library artist) Dan Santat!He will be discussing his writing and... |
Studio City Branch Library | Kids |
Authors English |
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Thu, Jun 25, 2026 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Queercore Book Talk With Author Audrey Golden Join author Audrey Golden and a panel of guests for an... |
Online Central Library |
Adults |
Authors, Music & Performances English |
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 10:00 am to 4:30 pm |
Central Library Centennial Festival Save the date! Celebrate Central Library’s 100th birthday with a full day of special events and festivities!Admission is free. Tickets are not required but are highly... |
Central Library | Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Authors, Lectures, Music & Performances, Storytimes & Read Alouds English |