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Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Branch Library
3900 S. Western Ave
Los Angeles, 90062
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An Eco-Friendly Facility

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Service Hours:

Mondays 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesdays 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesdays 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thursdays 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fridays 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Saturdays 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sundays 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

 

Phone: (323) 290-3113 FAX: (323) 290-3153 e-mail link: e-mail (form)

Senior Librarian: Denise Nossett

Parking: Parking Lot

Events:

Teen

  • Feb 10 - Teen Council
    4:00 PM
    Teen Council
    Help plan future programs and let us know what materials you would like to see at your library. Also, learn how to use the Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center to search for articles and statistics on contemporary issues.

  • Feb 17 - Don't Be Cruel: Animal Welfare for Teens
    4:00 PM
    Don't Be Cruel: Animal Welfare for Teens
    Show your love of animals during Responsible Pet Owner Month. A presenter from the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - Los Angeles will discuss the link between animal cruelty and human violence, state laws that protect pets, and the importance of reporting animal cruelty.

  • Feb 24 - Teen Game Day
    4:00 PM
    Teen Game Day
    Play video games or board games, such as Sorry, Uno, Scrabble, Clue, Pictionary and more with other teens.

  • Mar 03 - College Savings Seminar
    4:00 PM
    College Savings Seminar
    Learn about how much it may cost to go to college and how different college savings programs may help. A representative from Precision Wealth Financial and Insurance Services will conduct the seminar.

  • Mar 10 - Digital Photography 101 for Teens
    4:00 PM
    Digital Photography 101 for Teens
    Celebrate Teen Tech Week. Find out about digital photography basics so you can take better pictures.

  • Mar 17 - Teen Council & Soap Making
    4:00 PM
    Teen Council & Soap Making
    Help plan future programs and let us know what materials you would like to see at your library. Also, it’s time for spring cleaning…make your own soap to get the work done.

  • Mar 24 - Anime Club
    4:00 PM
    Anime Club
    Watch Mushi-Shi, meet other fans of Japanese animation and enjoy some snacks.

  • Mar 31 - Sustainable Communities for Teens
    4:00 PM
    Sustainable Communities for Teens
    What is a sustainable community? How can urban farming improve the environment and access to nutritional food in your neighborhood? Community Services Unlimited, Inc. will discuss these topics and talk about volunteer and internship opportunities at their mini-farms.


Computer Class

  • Feb 11 - Computer Comfort
    3:00 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.

  • Feb 25 - Computer Comfort
    3:00 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.

  • Mar 11 - Computer Comfort
    3:00 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.

  • Mar 25 - Computer Comfort
    3:00 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.

  • Apr 08 - Computer Comfort
    3:00 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.

  • Apr 22 - Computer Comfort
    3:00 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
Zoom Text Computer for the Visually Impaired
Free Public Wireless Internet Access Available
Meeting Room Rental Available
Adult Literacy Center
Friends of Library Group
Day Care Licensing Meetings

Nearby Branches:

Baldwin Hills    Jefferson    Junipero Serra    

Located in the Eighth District, represented by Councilmember Bernard C. Parks.

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