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Encino - Tarzana Branch Library
18231 Ventura Boulevard
Tarzana, 91356
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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: (818) 343-1983 FAX: (818) 343-7867 e-mail link: e-mail (form)

Senior Librarian: Melissa Potter

Parking: Parking Lot

Events:

Adult

  • Jul 08 - Elder Fraud
    1:00 PM
    The Friends of the Encino-Tarzana Branch Library present a special program on scams and fraud directed towards the elderly. Join us in learning how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

  • Jul 15 - 10 Essential Financial / Lifestyle Strategies You Need to Know!
    6:30 PM
    Professional and Financial Organizer, Sasha Lauren offers solid guidance on how to maneuver more gracefully through your daily life in these challenging times and beyond.

  • Jul 22 - Friends of the Library
    1:00 PM
    Board Meeting.

  • Jul 22 - Book Club
    4:00 PM
    The Friends of the Library History Book Club discusses a different president each month. You can read any book about that president. Call 818-343-1983 to find out which president is being discussed.

  • Jul 30 - Book Club
    5:30 PM
    The Book Lover's Book Club will discuss the second half of "Exile" by Richard North Patterson.

  • Aug 21 - Friends of the Encino-Tarzana Branch Used Book Sale
    10:00 AM
    Great deals on used books, movies and music.

  • Aug 22 - Friends of the Encino-Tarzana Branch Used Book Sale
    10:00 AM
    Great deals on used books, movies and music.

  • Aug 26 - Friends of the Library
    1:00 PM
    Board Meeting.


Children

  • Jul 07 - The Wonderful World of Iranian Dance
    4:00 PM
    The Wonderful World of Iranian Dance
    Kids of all ages can watch a live performance of Iranian Dance.

  • Jul 14 - Artwork & Storytelling with Rebecca Martin
    4:00 PM
    Artwork & Storytelling with Rebecca Martin
    Join special guest Rebecca Martin for children's stories and art.

  • Jul 21 - Reptile Family
    4:00 PM
    Reptile Family
    Learn about the reptile family by meeting some real reptiles.

  • Jul 22 - Circle Time
    10:30 AM
    Circle Time
    Parents and pre-schoolers, join our circle and share stories with us.

  • Aug 11 - Art Class for Kids
    4:00 PM
    Art Class for Kids
    Join us for Arts and Crafts with Shokoufeh.

  • Aug 18 - Inca Music
    4:00 PM
    Inca Music
    Join us for live Inca music played on traditional instruments.

  • Aug 26 - Circle Time
    10:30 AM
    Circle Time
    Parents and pre-schoolers, join our circle and share stories with us.


Computer Class

  • Jul 06 - Computer Basics with BZ
    6:00 PM
    Computer Basics with BZ
    This ongoing computer class covers different topics every week in an informal style with plenty of time devoted to questions from the class. Geared towards newer computer users.

  • Jul 08 - Computer Comfort
    10:30 AM
    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 13 - Computer Basics with BZ
    6:00 PM
    Computer Basics with BZ
    This ongoing computer class covers different topics every week in an informal style with plenty of time devoted to questions from the class. Geared towards newer computer users.

  • Jul 20 - Computer Basics with BZ
    6:00 PM
    Computer Basics with BZ
    This ongoing computer class covers different topics every week in an informal style with plenty of time devoted to questions from the class. Geared towards newer computer users.

  • Jul 27 - Computer Basics with BZ
    6:00 PM
    Computer Basics with BZ
    This ongoing computer class covers different topics every week in an informal style with plenty of time devoted to questions from the class. Geared towards newer computer users.

  • Aug 03 - Computer Basics with BZ
    6:00 PM
    Computer Basics with BZ
    This ongoing computer class covers different topics every week in an informal style with plenty of time devoted to questions from the class. Geared towards newer computer users.

  • Aug 05 - Computer Comfort
    10:30 AM
    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 10 - Computer Basics with BZ
    6:00 PM
    Computer Basics with BZ
    This ongoing computer class covers different topics every week in an informal style with plenty of time devoted to questions from the class. Geared towards newer computer users.


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:

Northridge    West Valley Regional    Woodland Hills    

Located in the Third District, represented by Councilmember Dennis P. Zine.

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