Events

The Library hosts free events every day. There's something for all ages and interests – browse our calendar to find something happening near you.

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Featured Events

  • Artist Brenda Chi and a drawing of hers

    Your Author: Brenda Chi

    Join us to welcome multidisciplinary artist, Brenda Chi, who will present a drawing workshop and discuss her work, her journey as an artist, and the many inspirations that have influenced her in Los Angeles.

  • Friends of Silver Lake Library Art Book Sale

    Friends of the Library Art Book Sale

    The art lover's event of the year! Support your local branch by purchasing books from the Friends of the Silver Lake Library (FoSLL)'s gigantic collection of used art books.

    • Silver Lake
    • 8/15/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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Storytimes

  • An illustration of a city park and sky with the text "Storywalk at the library" beside the cover of Every Monday Mabel by Jashar Awan

    StoryWalk®: Every Monday Mabel by Jashar Awan

    Join us every Monday this summer at Linnie Canal Park, also known as the Duck Playground, located on the Venice Canals, for a series titled Every Monday Mabel by Jashar Awan. Come to read, discuss, and enjoy the art!

    • Venice
    • 7/16/2026 - 8/13/2026
    • All Day
  • colorful drawings of kinder toys

    Virtual Get Ready for Kindergarten

    The skills that children learn at an early age (0-5) can be predictors of future success in life. Get Ready for Kindergarten is meant for parents and children who aren’t yet in school and includes fun activities for families to do together that will build skills children will use throughout...

  • A hen reading from a blue book to five yellow chicks.

    Toddler Storytime

    Toddlers, babies, and caregivers are welcome to attend a half-hour storytime filled with songs, stories, and other fun playtime activities. 
    • Mar Vista
    • 8/11/2026
    • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Woman in green vest holding a picture book open to an audience of children and parents.

    STAR Reader

    Join our STAR volunteer Judi Bloom to share in the joy of reading books! 
    • Mark Twain
    • 8/11/2026
    • 1:00 PM
  • Volunteer reads to a group of families

    STAR Reader

    Join us in the joy of reading books with our STAR volunteer, Mrs. Judi!

    • Mark Twain
    • 8/11/2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Book Clubs

Authors

  • Gisa Nico and her book

    Your Author: Gisa Nico

    Learn about the wonders of State and National Parks with author Adalgisa (Gisa) Nico, as well as their importance in preserving natural habitats and wildlife.

  • author portraits with book covers, and text reading transformative comics

    TRANSformative Comics

    Creativity abounds within the transgender and nonbinary community, especially through the medium of comics and graphic novels. This all-ages event features author talks from celebrated graphic novelists and more.

  • Best Selling Author Martin Dugard and Book Cover for the Long Run, April 2026.

    Author Talk: Martin Dugard

    Join the Los Angeles Public Library's Art, Music, and Recreation Department for an online conversation with author Martin Dugard as we celebrate the release of his latest book, The Long Run: Steve Prefontaine, Frank Shorter, Joan Benoit, Grete Waitz, and the Decade That Made the Marathon Cool. Martin Dugard is...