Senior Librarian: Christine Metro
Parking: Street Parking. (Handicapped parking in lot)
Branch History
Events:
Adult
- Jul 10 - First Fridays Book Group
2:00 PM
The First Fridays Book Discussion Group will be discussing "The Art of Detection" by Laurie R. King as part of “Mysterious California” a film-and-book discussion program from the California Center for the Book. Copies are available to check out at the library.
- Jul 11 - Knitting Circle
10:00 AM
Come spin a yarn with the Memorial Library Knitting Circle. All skill levels welcome to join in and spend a pleasant Saturday morning with other beginning and advanced knitters.
- Jul 11 - Used Book Sale
10:00 AM
Weekly Used Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the Memorial Library. For information, please call 323-938-2732.
- Jul 13 - Meet the Author: Janet Fitch
6:30 PM
Author Talk, Live @ the Library: Janet Fitch, award-winning author of "Paint It Black" and "White Oleander" (Oprah Book Club® Selection.) The author's presentation will be followed by light refreshments and book signing opportunity. Everyone is welcome to attend. Please call 323-938-2732 to RSVP.
- Jul 16 - Lunch @ the Library: Memorial Old Time Picture Show
12:30 PM
You are invited to a free movie screening of “At War with the Army” (1950): Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis are song-and-dance men who can’t seem to stay out of trouble in Uncle Sam’s Army. You bring your sack lunch; the library will serve complimentary coffee and cookies. Everyone is welcome to this movie viewing plus discussion group.
- Jul 18 - Knitting Circle
10:00 AM
Come spin a yarn with the Memorial Library Knitting Circle. All skill levels welcome to join in and spend a pleasant Saturday morning with other beginning and advanced knitters.
- Jul 18 - Used Book Sale
10:00 AM
Weekly Used Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the Memorial Library. For information, please call 323-938-2732.
- Jul 20 - Afternoon Adult Information Program - L.A. Services for Healthy Aging
2:00 PM
The City of Los Angeles Department of Aging presents an overview of services available including Multipurpose Senior Centers, Case Management, Transportation, Nutrition Programs, Handyworker and Home Secure Programs, Legal Assistance, and Elder Abuse Prevention. All Adults welcome. RSVP requested: 323-938-2732.
Teen
- Jul 09 - Teen Volunteer Orientation
3:30 PM
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Sign up for community service credit. Help out in the Library.
- Jul 14 - Teen Games With Kids
4:00 PM
Teen Games With Kids
Teen Games with kids.
- Jul 15 - Teen Summer Reading
3:30 PM
Teen Summer Reading
Teen Summer Reading Program Opening - Crafts with Chris.
- Jul 18 - Teen Crafts With Sonya
11:30 AM
Teen Crafts With Sonya
Crafts With Sonya
- Jul 25 - Teen Crafts With Sonya
11:30 AM
Teen Crafts With Sonya
Crafts With Sonya
- Jul 28 - Teen Games With Kids
4:00 PM
Teen Games With Kids
Teen Games with kids.
- Aug 06 - Teen Volunteer Orientation
3:30 PM
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Sign up for community service credit. Help out in the Library.
- Aug 08 - Teen Crafts With Sonya
11:30 AM
Teen Crafts With Sonya
Crafts With Sonya
Children
- Jul 07 - Summer Reading Club
4:00 PM
Summer Reading Club
Summer Reading Club Kick-Off. David Skale the Magician presents Captain Little Beard and the the Search for Patches, His First Mate. Fun Puppet Show.
- Jul 10 - Toddler Storytime
10:00 AM
Toddler Storytime
Stories and music for children ages 18 months to 3 years old. Older and younger siblings welcome, too.
- Jul 11 - Silly Second Saturdays
3:00 PM
Silly Second Saturdays
Fun craft activities for all.
- Jul 14 - Summer Reading Club
4:00 PM
Summer Reading Club
Summer Reading Club (SRC)
- Jul 16 - Family Story Time
6:00 PM
Family Story Time
Come join us at the library for story time fun for the whole family.
- Jul 17 - Toddler Storytime
10:00 AM
Toddler Storytime
Stories and music for children ages 18 months to 3 years old. Older and younger siblings welcome, too.
- Jul 21 - Summer Reading Club
4:00 PM
Summer Reading Club
Summer Reading Club (SRC)
- Jul 24 - Toddler Storytime
10:00 AM
Toddler Storytime
Stories and music for children ages 18 months to 3 years old. Older and younger siblings welcome, too.
Computer Class
- Jul 07 - Computer Class for Adults
2:00 PM
Computer Class for Adults
All levels of computer experience are welcome to join the class at any point. Students can follow self-guided class lessons any time by logging onto the Internet at: http://www.laplcomputerclass.blogspot.com/
- Jul 14 - Computer Class for Adults
2:00 PM
Computer Class for Adults
All levels of computer experience are welcome to join the class at any point. Students can follow self-guided class lessons any time by logging onto the Internet at: http://www.laplcomputerclass.blogspot.com/
- Jul 21 - Computer Class for Adults
2:00 PM
Computer Class for Adults
All levels of computer experience are welcome to join the class at any point. Students can follow self-guided class lessons any time by logging onto the Internet at: http://www.laplcomputerclass.blogspot.com/
- Jul 28 - Computer Class for Adults
2:00 PM
Computer Class for Adults
All levels of computer experience are welcome to join the class at any point. Students can follow self-guided class lessons any time by logging onto the Internet at: http://www.laplcomputerclass.blogspot.com/
- Aug 04 - Computer Class for Adults
2:00 PM
Computer Class for Adults
All levels of computer experience are welcome to join the class at any point. Students can follow self-guided class lessons any time by logging onto the Internet at: http://www.laplcomputerclass.blogspot.com/
- Aug 11 - Computer Class for Adults
2:00 PM
Computer Class for Adults
All levels of computer experience are welcome to join the class at any point. Students can follow self-guided class lessons any time by logging onto the Internet at: http://www.laplcomputerclass.blogspot.com/
- Aug 18 - Computer Class for Adults
2:00 PM
Computer Class for Adults
All levels of computer experience are welcome to join the class at any point. Students can follow self-guided class lessons any time by logging onto the Internet at: http://www.laplcomputerclass.blogspot.com/
- Aug 25 - Computer Class for Adults
2:00 PM
Computer Class for Adults
All levels of computer experience are welcome to join the class at any point. Students can follow self-guided class lessons any time by logging onto the Internet at: http://www.laplcomputerclass.blogspot.com/
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:
Located in the Fourth District, represented by Councilmember Tom LaBonge.