Events Calendar

Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer A.J.

Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with Math, reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist with legal documents.

Join us for knitting and crochet!

Discover Pelé’s meteoric rise from the slums of São Paulo to leading Brazil to its first global championship victory at just 17, forever transforming soccer into the world's biggest sport.

Join us to create your own game and storyboard. Learn coding! The classes are taught by Granada Hills Charter High School Robodox Team, using SCRATCH, every first Saturday of 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m., except July. Since July 4 is a holiday, the class…

Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Jeffrey. Earn a free book with every three weekly visits.

Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble. All ages and abilities are welcome. Please bring your own board and tiles if you can.

This class is for adults who want to learn about current events using a newspaper called News for You and other materials. Adults will practice their vocabulary, grammar, reading, and conversational skills with the instructor and peers.

Hyewon Chang has been a first place winner in many international piano competitions, and we are so fortunate to be able to hear her play live in concert at Platt. Hyewon will be playing on a new piano funded by the Friends of the Platt Library.

Learn the history of Chinese tea and taste a variety of teas!

Join our monthly gathering for modern board and card game fun.

Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. Walk-in Tutors cannot assist with legal documents. No reservations or appointments are required but…

Join us to boost your English skills by exploring current news, U.S. history, and everyday idioms—so you can speak confidently and stay informed.

Certified Covered California Enrollment Counselors will be at the library to meet you face-to-face to discuss and explain your health coverage options. They can also help you select the best plan for your medical needs and budget. You can also find…

Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must have a green card. RSVP: Please sign up at the branch or call: 213-228-7154.

Walk-in Tutors assist adults with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms.

Explore the History of Rebozos, which looks like a cross between a scarf and a shawl; an important item for women in Mexico and around the world, making a distinct cultural statement.

Jessica Chen (violin) and Henry Chen (cello) will present a duo performance showcasing the beauty and diversity of music from Taiwan and the Taiwanese diaspora.

Kids ages 10–12 are invited to join the Chinatown Robotics Team!

Transform everyday garbage into a work of art! Join us to create a playful collage with things that we collect around our homes: junk mail, shipping materials, product packaging, and more.

Enjoy stories, songs, and much, much more! Intended for ages 3-8.

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

The Friends of the Memorial Branch Library have lots of gently used books for sale. Stop by to pick up something good to read.

Explore BLOCKFACE — a hands-on stamp kit where parts of letters combine into your own typographic creations.