Acting Senior Librarian: Kathryn Ross

Parking: Parking Lot

Events:

Adult

• Jul 25 - Used Book Sale
  10:00 AM
  Used book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Baldwin Hills Branch Library. For information, call 323-733-1196.


• Jul 27 - Friends of the Library
  5:00 PM
  The Friends of the Baldwin Hills Branch Library meet to discuss fundraising, programs and other topics. All are welcome. For more information, call 323-733-1196.


• Aug 05 - Book Club
  10:00 AM
  Baldwin Hills book club meets the first Wednesday of every month. Call 323-733-1196 or check back after July's meeting for the August selection.


• Aug 22 - Used Book Sale
  10:00 AM
  Used book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Baldwin Hills Branch Library. For information, call 323-733-1196.


• Aug 24 - Friends of the Library
  5:00 PM
  The Friends of the Baldwin Hills Branch Library meet to discuss fundraising, programs and other topics. All are welcome. For more information, call 323-733-1196.

Teen

• Jul 16 - TeenTech Showcase Part I
  5:00 PM
  TeenTech Showcase Part I
  Baldwin Hills YA Librarian will showcase library nonprint resources available at the library. Teens will learn also how to access free technology tools and applications and how to use them to become pro-active in technology world. For example participants will learn how to use scratch free software to design computer games.


• Jul 30 - TeenTech Showcase Part II
  5:00 PM
  TeenTech Showcase Part II
  Using technology tools available at the library teens will take the opportunity to showcase their creativity. Projects will be rewarded based on effort, originality, and creativity.


• Aug 06 - Teen Council
  5:00 PM
  Teen Council
  Voice your opinions about Teen'Scape. Have a say about what materials and programs the library offers to teens. You are invited to the Teen Council Meeting. We need your suggestions on the upcoming programs and your comments on past programs and activities. We value your input.


• Aug 20 - Middle Eastern Dance & Music
  5:00 PM
  Middle Eastern Dance & Music
  Experienced dance teacher and company musician will discuss middle eastern dance and music in addition to the demonstration of several acoustic musical instruments.

Children

• Jul 06 - Chess Club
  6:30 PM
  Chess Club
  Baldwin Hills chess club meets every Monday at 6:30pm. All ages are welcome to participate. Classes are given for beginners.


• Jul 07 - Weighty Readers Club
  3:00 PM
  Weighty Readers Club
  Kids read pounds of books to earn an end of summer party. Tuesdays at 3pm July 7 - August 11.


• Jul 07 - Treasured Islands Club
  3:30 PM
  Treasured Islands Club
  Summer Reading Club activities and crafts for school aged kids. Pre-schoolers will need an adult to attend and assist. Space may be limited. Tuesdays July 7 to August 11, 2009 at 3:30pm.

Computer Class

• Jul 14 - Computer Comfort
  12:00 PM
  Computer Comfort
  Beginning, hands-on training on the computer keyboard, the mouse, the execution of a search and the understanding and interpreting of information on the computer screen.


• Jul 28 - Computer Comfort
  12:00 PM
  Computer Comfort
  Beginning, hands-on training on the computer keyboard, the mouse, the execution of a search, and the understanding and interpreting of information on the computer screen.


• Aug 11 - Computer Comfort
  12:00 PM
  Computer Comfort
  Beginning, hands-on training on the computer keyboard, the mouse, the execution of a search and the understanding and interpreting of information on the computer screen.


• Aug 25 - Computer Comfort
  12:00 PM
  Computer Comfort
  Beginning, hands-on training on the computer keyboard, the mouse, the execution of a search and the understanding and interpreting of information on the computer screen.

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
Adult Literacy Center
Friends of Library Group

Nearby Branches:

Located in the Tenth District, represented by Councilmember Herb Wesson.