Events Calendar

Homework help for students in grades K-12.

Nurture a love of reading with STAR volunteer Andrea! Children who read with a STAR volunteer three times receive a new book to keep.

Are you dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, parenting issues, relationship issues, hopelessness, feeling overwhelmed, etc.? Come and talk about your daily challenges in a safe environment with a Social Worker. Free and open to all.

Coloring can be a form of therapy, and we always want to promote different ways to de-stress in the library.

Teen Council is a fun way to meet other teens, work on library projects, and gain volunteer service hours.

Join us for our monthly visit with the therapy dogs from the BARK (Beach Animals Reading with Kids) program! This is a fun and low-pressure opportunity for kids to practice their reading skills.

Join a group of your peers to leave your mark on the library! Teen Council is an opportunity to try out new hobbies, develop leadership skills and meet other teens, all while you earn community service hours. Anyone age 11-18 is invited to join.

Play chess with your neighbors and friends, and have some fun at the Encino-Tarzana Branch Library

Join us for an epic adventure! Let's roll some dice!

Makerspace with button making and more!

Join the Silver Lake Book Club to discuss Anthony Horowitz's "Moriarty" and enjoy light refreshments. New members always welcome. Books are available at the reference desk.

Join us for storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. We share stories, songs, and movement activities to build early literacy skills for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years.

Join us for Toddler Storytime for kids aged 18 months to 2 years old.

Join us for an open playtime for babies, toddlers and their adult caregivers. Make new friends, boost social-emotional growth and enjoy hands-on sensory materials that ignite curiosity and exploration. For kids ages 3 and under.

Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult who needs help with internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation, reading, writing, resumes, and applications, studying for citizenship tests, and basic cell phone and computer use.

Babies and toddlers will enjoy this casual storytime with a variety of sensory-toy stations for exploration. This event is designed for free play, allowing adults to discover their babies' preferences for texture and play style while enjoying their…

Join us for fun-filled stories, songs, and movement activities designed for your little ones!

Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Eleanor. Take home a free book after reading with Eleanor three times.

All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer Pamela. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Wednesday. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.

In this presentation, Alzheimer's LA will provide an overview of Alzheimer's disease and its effects. They will also discuss what causes memory loss, the difference between normal aging and signs of dementia, and what to do when you visit the doctor.

Support your library and the Friends of the Washington Irving Library! Discover your next great read at the bookstore, open every Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., featuring timeless treasures and new favorites.

Children ages 5 and up are invited to read with Thor the therapy dog. Reading to a friendly dog helps reduce anxiety and makes reading fun!A selection of books will be provided.

Homework help for students in grades K-12.

Join STAR Reader Pam and nurture a love of reading. Young readers receive a book after 3 visits.