Senior Librarian: Shayera Tangri

Parking: Parking Lot

Events:

Adult

• Feb 09 - Opera Talk
  6:30 PM
  Our talk will be on Gotterdammerung, which is arguably Wagner's greatest opera in which the blend of music and drama combines most effectively. Its message about greed, corruption and the power of love is as relevant now as it was in Wagner's time.


• Feb 22 - Savvy Caregiver
  2:00 PM
  This free, 6-part workshop for Alzheimer's disease caregivers is provided by the Alzheimer's Association. Registration is required. Please call the library to reserve your place. Topics covered will include basic information about Alzheimer's disease and dementia; the stages of the disease; how to help a loved one affected by it; how to understand difficult behaviors; and how to take care of yourself as a caregiver.


• Mar 06 - Book Club
  10:00 AM
  The beloved classic PEONY by Pearl Buck is historical fiction on the litttle known history of Jews in China. This novel is an excellent example of this Nobel Prize winner's dignified style. Please join us to add fresh ideas.New voices welcome!


• Mar 09 - Opera Talk
  6:30 PM
  The opera "The Stigmatized" by Franz Schreker is the subject discussed this month under the guidance of a member of the L.A. Opera League. Please join us for an enlivening discussion! Refreshments of tea,coffee and cookies are served.


• Apr 03 - Book Club
  10:00 AM
  HIS EXCELLENCY:GEORGE WASHINGTON by Joseph J Ellis is our chosen title of the month. Please join us for a lively discussion of this popular biography. We welcome new members!


• Apr 13 - Opera Talk
  6:30 PM
  Our last visit until next season should be exciting since the subject is "A Look at the Ring Cycle - LA Opera Style".Please join us for this insightful talk given by a member of the LA Opera League.. Coffee,tea and cookies are provided courtesy of our Friends of the Porter Ranch Library.


• May 01 - Book Club
  10:00 AM
  Our choice is THREE CUPS OF TEA:ONE MAN'S MISSION TO PROMOTE PEACE ONE SCHOOL AT A TIME by Greg Mortenson. His personal story about the trials he has endured attempting to build schools in Taliban infested country is amazing.

Teen

•  - Teen Council
  4:00 PM
  Teen Council
  Gain community service and leadership experience! Join other teens to help plan fun events for the library. Wednesdays. Ages 13-18.

Children

• Feb 09 - Family Storytime
  4:00 PM
  Family Storytime
  Join the Children's Librarian for stories and crafts.


• Feb 12 - Quilting
  3:00 PM
  Quilting
  Learn to quilt with Grandma Alberta. Please sign up with the children's Librarian. The children must be at least eleven years old to participate.


• Feb 23 - Family Storytime
  4:00 PM
  Family Storytime
  Join the Children's Librarian for stories and crafts.


• Mar 01 - Read to Me L.A. Pre-School Storytime
  10:30 AM
  Read to Me L.A. Pre-School Storytime
  Parents bring your 3-5 year olds to our fun Read to Me L.A. storytime and learn how to help your pre-schoolers gain the skills they will need as they learn to read.


• Mar 09 - Family Storytime
  4:00 PM
  Family Storytime
  Enjoy stories and crafts with the Children's Librarian.


• Mar 15 - Read to Me L.A. Pre-School Storytime
  10:30 AM
  Read to Me L.A. Pre-School Storytime
  Parents bring your 3-5 year olds to our fun Read to Me L.A. storytime and learn how to help your pre-schoolers gain the skills they will need as they learn to read.


• Mar 23 - Family Storytime
  4:00 PM
  Family Storytime
  Enjoy stories and crafts with the Children's Librarian.

GAB

• Feb 09 - GAB
  3:00 PM
  Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteers.


• Feb 10 - GAB
  3:00 PM
  Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteers.


• Feb 12 - GAB
  2:00 PM
  Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteers.


• Feb 16 - GAB
  3:00 PM
  Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteers.


• Feb 17 - GAB
  3:00 PM
  Books come alive for kids when they share the fun of reading with GAB library volunteers.

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
Bookstore – Selling used books and operated by the Friends Group. Call for hours of operation.

Nearby Branches:

Located in the Twelfth District, represented by Councilmember Greig Smith.