Events Calendar

Do you love knitting? Whether you are a beginner or an expert, come join the fun as we knit, crochet, learn patterns and share stories together. Please bring your own needles, crochet hooks, and yarn.

Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome! No class on holidays. Classes are subject to change or cancellation without notice…

Join the Yarniacs of Mar Vista, where we use our needles, hooks, hands, and creativity not only to knit, crochet, embroider, macramé, and weave, but also to build a community of Mar Vista residents who share a passion for yarn.All supplies will be…

Danny Stone, a Saved by a Story member, leads an ongoing writing group for seniors. New members are welcome to all or any sessions.Write to prompts, share (if you want), connect with fellow seniors in the neighborhood, hone your writing skills, and…

All chess enthusiastic in our community and beyond are invited!On the second Wednesday of the month, an experienced instructor will teach those who don’t know the game.On the fourth Wednesday of the month experienced players can come, enjoy, and…

A weekly fiber arts meetup where participants can share projects, socialize with other fiber artists, and work on their crafts. Bring your own supplies. No registration is required, but schedules may change, so call the Washington Irving Library at…

Friends of the Library meetings are held quarterly on the second Tuesdays of January, April, July, and October.

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.

Aphasia is a brain disorder. It usually results from stroke or head injury. It affects a person's ability to read, write, speak, and understand speech. This book club is designed especially for adults with aphasia. Because everyone deserves to enjoy…

Sales feature hundreds of used books, magazines, and DVDs and are sponsored by the Central Library support groups: Central Library Docents, FOCAL (Friends of Children and Literature), and the Culinary Historians of Southern California. All proceeds…

Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome! No class on holidays. Classes are subject to change or cancellation without notice…

Practice and improve your Japanese language skills at our new monthly Japanese Conversation Circle!

A weekly fiber arts meetup where participants can share projects, socialize with other fiber artists, and work on their crafts. Bring your own supplies. No registration is required, but schedules may change, so call the Washington Irving Library at…

Aphasia is a brain disorder. It usually results from stroke or head injury. It affects a person's ability to read, write, speak, and understand speech. This book club is designed especially for adults with aphasia. Because everyone deserves to enjoy…

Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome! No class on holidays. Classes are subject to change or cancellation without notice…

A weekly fiber arts meetup where participants can share projects, socialize with other fiber artists, and work on their crafts. Bring your own supplies. No registration is required, but schedules may change, so call the Washington Irving Library at…

Aphasia is a brain disorder. It usually results from stroke or head injury. It affects a person's ability to read, write, speak, and understand speech. This book club is designed especially for adults with aphasia. Because everyone deserves to enjoy…

Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome! No class on holidays. Classes are subject to change or cancellation without notice…

A weekly fiber arts meetup where participants can share projects, socialize with other fiber artists, and work on their crafts. Bring your own supplies. No registration is required, but schedules may change, so call the Washington Irving Library at…

Are you a chess player? Are you interested in learning? We invite you to join us as we explore one of the world's oldest games. Individuals of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Chess sets will be made available.

Join us for a CalFresh information booth event! A CalFresh representative will be available to help you with enrollment and answer any questions regarding CalFresh benefits. Please bring any supporting documents, such as a photo ID, pay stubs, proof…

If you cannot get on the floor for whatever reason you can benefit from a daily practice of yoga on a chair. The chair replaces the yoga mat and becomes an extension of your body allowing you to take full advantage of yoga’s amazing fitness and…

Aphasia is a brain disorder. It usually results from stroke or head injury. It affects a person's ability to read, write, speak, and understand speech. This book club is designed especially for adults with aphasia. Because everyone deserves to enjoy…

Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome! No class on holidays. Classes are subject to change or cancellation without notice…