Events and Exhibits at the Los Angeles Public Library

Families listening to a story in library.
December 13, 2 a.m. - 4 a.m.
Listen to stories or practice reading with our amazing storytelling and reading volunteer, Mr. Matthew! Earn a free book with every three...
Storywalk header and book cover for Waa’aka’ The Bird Who Fell in Love with the Sun
Thursdays through Sundays 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Check out our new StoryWalk® in partnership with the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take an accessible nature walk and follow the pages of a...
An author reading to people.
Second Saturday of the Month, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Sherman Oaks Friends of the Library Book sale has loads of books, movies, LPs and DVDs for all ages.
Group of young kids sit on floor rugs listening to a story.
Saturdays from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteer Olga. Read with a STAR three times and...
STAR volunteer reading to children
Saturdays at 10 a.m.
Our STAR volunteers read to children one-on-one or in small groups. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book to keep after attending...
Young female teacher, volunteer reads to young kids
Saturdays at 10 a.m.
Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Jim. Take home a free book after reading with Jim three times.
Planting a vegetable garden in soil.
December 13, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Love plants or want to learn how to grow your own garden? Come connect with fellow green thumbs (or aspiring ones!) as we share tips, swap...
people holding flag
Saturdays 10-1 p.m.
Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must...
Compost bin with food scraps
December 13, 10 a.m.
The Woodland Hills Library Gardening Club presents a special program in partnership with LA Compost! Join LA Compost Education Coordinator...
Photo of moderator & of a person meditating
December 13, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join Sun Chung, a local Skin & Gut Health Specialist, for a relaxing guided meditation designed to calm the mind, ease stress, and...

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