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Benjamin Franklin Branch Library
2200 E. 1st Street
Los Angeles, 90033
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Service Hours:

Mondays Closed
Tuesdays 12:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Wednesdays 10:00 am – 5:30 pm
Thursdays 12:30 – 8:00 pm
Fridays 10:00 am – 5:30 pm
Saturdays 10:00 am – 5:30 pm
Sundays
Closed

 

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

Senior Librarian: Alicia Moguel

Parking: Parking Lot

Branch History

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.

  • Aug 19 - Book Club
    12:00 PM
    Been reading a great book? Do you need to discuss it so you can move on to the next one? Come to our book club, and bring your book. Refreshments provided.

  • Aug 21 - Loom Knitting
    1:00 PM
    Learn to knit using a loom so you can make hats, scarves, and all sorts of exciting projects. Instructions for making your own loom will be available. Come and enjoy the fun! In-class supplies will be provided for the first 25 people.


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

  •  - Teen Book Club
    3:30 PM
    Teen Book Club
    Meet other teens and talk about your favorite books.

  • Aug 04 - Teen Summer Reading Club
    3:30 PM
    Teen Summer Reading Club
    Decorate a T-shirt and end of Summer ice cream party! (Please bring a recycled t-shirt)

  • Aug 11 - Wii Wednesdays
    3:30 PM
    Wii Wednesdays
    Come to the library and play Wii!

  • Aug 18 - Wii Wednesdays!
    3:30 PM
    Wii Wednesdays!
    Come to the library and play Wii!

  • Aug 25 - Wii Wednesdays!
    3:30 PM
    Wii Wednesdays!
    Come to the library and play Wii!


Children

  • Aug 03 - Knight-time Reading
    3:00 PM
    Knight-time Reading
    Join us for our summer reading club, stories, prizes and crafts.

  • Aug 04 - ELF ToddlerTime
    10:15 AM
    ELF ToddlerTime
    ELF ToddlerTime Stories, songs, fingerplays and more. For ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.

  • Aug 11 - ELF ToddlerTime
    10:15 AM
    ELF ToddlerTime
    ELF ToddlerTime Stories, songs, fingerplays and more. For ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.

  • Aug 18 - ELF ToddlerTime
    10:15 AM
    ELF ToddlerTime
    ELF ToddlerTime Stories, songs, fingerplays and more. For ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.

  • Aug 25 - ELF ToddlerTime
    10:15 AM
    ELF ToddlerTime
    ELF ToddlerTime Stories, songs, fingerplays and more. For ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.


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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