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Benjamin Franklin Branch Library
2200 E. First Street
Los Angeles, 90033
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Service Hours:

Mondays 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesdays Noon – 8:00 pm
Wednesdays 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Thursdays Noon – 8:00 pm
Fridays 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturdays 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sundays CLOSED

 

Phone: (323) 263-6901 FAX: (323) 526-3043 e-mail link: e-mail (form)

Senior Librarian: Alicia Moguel

Parking: Parking Lot

Events:

Adult

  • Introducción a las computadoras de LAPL
    2:30 PM
    Los temas incluyen: Introducción al uso de la computadora, el católogo, bases de datos, su cuenta de biblioteca; correo electrónico, los motores de búsqueda, navegadores del Web, y procesamiento de textos. Por favor llame al 323-263-6901 para hacer una cita. Lunes - Viernes.

  • Jul 30 - Benjamin Franklin Bookworms
    4:30 PM
    This month's book will be "Caracol Beach," by Eliseo Alberto. Call to reserve your spot @ 323-263-6901. Club de Libros. En este mes será el libro "Caracol Beach," por Eliseo Alberto. Puede usted llamar al 323-263-6901 para ser su reservacíon de lectura.

  • Aug 27 - Benjamin Franklin Bookworms
    4:30 PM
    This month's book will be "American Chica: Two Worlds, One Childhood," by Eliseo Alberto. Call to reserve your spot @ 323-263-6901. Club de Libros. En este mes será el libro " American chica: dos mundos, una infancia," por Marie Arana. Puede usted llamar al 323-263-6901 para ser su reservacíon de lectura.


Teen

  •  - Online Information Tutorial
     
    Online Information Tutorial
    Learn how to use the library for school reports, projects and to help find books and articles using the librarys online resources. Individual library instruction is provided based on your needs and knowledge level. To schedule an appointment with the Young Adult Librarian, Patrick Xavier call 323/263-6901

  • Jul 23 - Origami Class
    4:00 PM
    Origami Class
    Learn the ancient art of paper-folding and enjoy free refreshments.

  • Jul 30 - Game Day
    4:00 PM
    Game Day
    Come and join the fun as we play classic board games and enjoy free refreshments.

  • Aug 06 - Origami Class
    4:00 PM
    Origami Class
    Learn the ancient art of paper-folding and enjoy free refreshments.

  • Aug 13 - Game Day
    4:00 PM
    Game Day
    Come and join the fun as we play classic board games and enjoy free refreshments.

  • Aug 20 - Origami Class
    4:00 PM
    Origami Class
    Learn the ancient art of paper-folding and enjoy free refreshments.

  • Aug 27 - Japanese Taiko Drumming
    3:00 PM
    Japanese Taiko Drumming
    Come and enjoy a demonstration of Japanese Taiko drumming presented by Tom Kurai, director of the Taiko Center of Los Angeles. Free


GAB

  • Jul 21 - GAB
    4:00 PM
    Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteer, Auntie Susan.

  • Jul 28 - GAB
    4:00 PM
    Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteer, Auntie Susan.

  • Aug 04 - GAB
    4:00 PM
    Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteer, Auntie Susan.

  • Aug 11 - GAB
    4:00 PM
    Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteer, Auntie Susan.

  • Aug 18 - GAB
    4:00 PM
    Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteer, Auntie Susan.


Computer Class

  • Computer Comfort
     
    Computer Comfort
    An introduction to computer usage. Topics covered include the use of the keyboard and mouse, computer concepts and navigation skills, and basic Internet navigation. Classes available in both English and Spanish. Call 323-263-6901 for an appointment.

  • Introduction to Computers
     
    Introduction to Computers
    Tuesdays and Thursdays, Time To Be Determined. Topics change depending on patron needs and include: Introduction to Computer Usage; The Los Angeles Public Library's Homepage (Catalog, Databases and Your Library Account); E-mail; Internet Searching; and Word Processing. Sign-ups are required. Please call 323-263-6901 to reserve your place.


Resources:

Electronic Resources – All branch libraries provide free access to computer workstations which are connected to the Library's information network. In addition to providing Internet access, these workstations enable the public to search LAPL's many electronic resources including the online catalog, over 100 subscription databases, word processing, language learning, literacy and a large historic document and photograph collection. Specially designed Web sites are provided for children, teens and Spanish speakers.

Services:

Reserve A Computer
Free Public Wireless Internet Access Available
Meeting Room Rental Available

Friends of Library Group

Nearby Branches:

Malabar    Robert Louis Stevenson    

Located in the Fourteenth District, represented by Councilmember José Huizar.

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