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Sheryn Morris, Librarian, Central Library, May 16, 2013

May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month which was officially designated and signed into law in 1992.  This month is also known as Asian & Pacific Islander American Heritage Month.

Library of Congress defines the geographic areas of the world as the following:

“. . . A rather broad term, Asian-Pacific encompasses...

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Money Matter$: Know More, Make More

Richard Kraus, Librarian, Business Department, Friday, May 10, 2013

The Los Angeles Public Library kicked off a campaign called “Money Matter$: Know More, Make More” in April 2013 in recognition of financial literacy month.  But that is only the beginning of what the library has to offer.


Learn a New Language Online

Joyce Cooper, Senior Librarian, Access Services, Thursday, May 9, 2013

Have you always wanted to learn a new language but don’t have time to take a class or participate in a conversation group?  Do you have a computer, a laptop, a tablet, or a smartphone?  Then you’re in luck!  You can learn a language from anywhere using the library&rsqu


For What It’s Worth: Pricing Your Used Car

Bob Timmermann, Senior Librarian, Science, Technology & Patents Dept., Tuesday, April 30, 2013

As the numerous TV programs like “Antiques Roadshow” or “Pawn Stars” tell us, people have a great desire to find out what their stuff is worth. As librarians, we’re usually not qualified to make a judgment on most items.


A quick primer on where to search for library materials

Eileen Y., Librarian, InfoNow, Monday, April 29, 2013

Ever wonder where to start looking on our website for finding different materials that the library has?  Whether it’s a book, magazine article, CD,  digitized photo, a historical map, or even some songs to download, here is a quick guide on where to click first, just so you can g


Stanley Kubrick Film & Exhibit

Art Department, Central Library, Friday, April 26, 2013

In 2001 Stanley Kubrick’s 1968 film adventure was still the ultimate trip.  Now BluRay technology brings this epic odyssey in space to the present.  Join us for a film screening of Kubrick’s space odyssey film on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Central Library from 1-4 p.m.&nbs


Magic Castle in Hollywood, photo by William Reagh, LAPL Photo Collection

Let the Library Cast Its Spell On You

Russell Garrigan, Librarian, Teen'Scape, Thursday, April 25, 2013

Do you believe in magic? While Disney may have the Magic Kingdom, Hollywood has the Magic Castle.  It’s there that some of the best magicians in the world perform and where they also mentor aspiring young adult magicians in the Academy of Magical Arts.


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History's going to the dogs!

Cindy McNaughton, Senior Librarian, History & Genealogy Department, Thursday, April 18, 2013

Taking Bailey on the family vacation this summer or going hiking next weekend with Mr. Bear?  The History Department has the guidebooks you're looking for!  Have a bet on which presidents had a pup in the White House?


Test Center

Social Science, Philosophy and Religion Department, Central Library, Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Although not as inevitable as death and taxes, most of us will have to take a standardized test at some point in our lives, either for educational assessment or for employment.


The Literature Department and Westwood Branch Celebrate Muslim Poetry

Robert Anderson, Librarian, Literature & Fiction Department, Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Poetic Voices of the Muslim World, an exhibit and series of readings and performances celebrating the beauty and power of Muslim poetry ranging from ancient times to the 21st century, is currently being presented by Central Library's Literature and Fiction Department and the


Science Day at Central Library

Madeline Bryant, Senior Librarian, Children's Literature Department, Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Over 300 people attended this year’s annual Science Day event, celebrated at Central Library on March 30, 2013. Now in its 8th year, the theme of Dinosaurs made this our BIGGEST success yet.


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