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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 10:00 am - 6:00 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: Claudia Martinez

Parking: Parking Lot

Events:

Teen

  • Nov 25 - 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.

  • Dec 02 - Anime Club
    4:00 PM
    Anime Club
    Watch Moon Phase, meet other fans of Japanese animation, and enjoy some snacks.

  • Dec 09 - 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, make adorable dolls, animals or other objects for holiday gifts using felt and fabric with simple sewing techniques. Refreshments will be served.

  • Dec 16 - 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.


Children

  • Nov 24 - Talking Turkey Stories and Crafts
    4:00 PM
    Talking Turkey Stories and Crafts
    As Thanksgiving approaches, spend some time thinking about the centerpiece of the meal - the turkey. We'll make turkey crafts after hearing stories that remind us to give thanks on this special holiday.

  • Dec 01 - Picture This Scavenger Hunt
    4:00 PM
    Picture This Scavenger Hunt
    This program will be a snap for the participants -- literally. Be prepared to exhibit creativity, teamwork and ingenuity to complete this photographic scavenger hunt.

  • Dec 08 - Wild, West West
    4:00 PM
    Wild, West West
    Giddy up to the library for some rip-roaring Texas tall tales. Don't worry - no calf wrangling will be required, but be sure to wear your cowboy hat. Afterwards, be prepared to lasso a fun craft project.

  • Dec 15 - Giftbags Galore
    4:00 PM
    Giftbags Galore
    Do you have the perfect present for your loved one, but nothing to put it in? Let Exposition Park provide a solution. Use our art supplies to make the outside of your present look as nice as the inside.

  • Dec 29 - Button Up Storytime
    4:00 PM
    Button Up Storytime
    It's time to celebrate the humble button. When it's cold outside, buttons help your coats keep you warm. But when you're inside, they can be used for many other purposes. We will hear stories and create a fun craft... all centered around the button.


Computer Class

  • Nov 26 - 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.

  • Dec 10 - 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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