Events Calendar

Get ready for fun nights of reading, learning, and laughter! These game nights are designed to help you practice your English reading skills in a fun environment. We'll have games for all reading levels, so whether you're just starting out or already…

Join us on the second Monday of each month (3rd Monday in October), for a Mental Health Workshop brought to you in partnership with LA County Mental Health and United Mental Health promoters. February - Bullying: Prevention, Kindness, Acceptance, and…

Join us for a family-friendly trivia game that everyone of all ages can enjoy together.

Adults can work with an in-person tutor for 15-20 minutes. No appointment required. Walk-in tutoring is available on a first come, first served basis.This free service includes reading assistance, writing assistance and English conversation. We…

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.No…

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 three STAR storytimes at our branch.STAR storytimes are subject to change or cancellation, depending on…

Looking for volunteer hours? Want to gain leadership skills and make new friends? Join the Brentwood Branch Library Teen Council! Teens ages 11-18 are welcome to help plan events, shape our collections, and more.

Musical Beginnings for Young Composers is taught by Grammy winning instructor Carl Protho and is aimed at children ages 6 to 18. It offers a comprehensive yet fundamental overview of the components of music composition.

Listen to a story or practice your reading skills with our STAR volunteers!

Speak English with confidence! Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome.

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…

Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must have a green card.Clases de ciudadanía gratuitas. Aprenda los elementos de historia americana, gobierno, la…

This program informs young people about periods and helps them prepare by creating personalized pad containers, with participation open to kids and teens, as well as their parents or caregivers.

Join us for a lively book discussion. We meet online via Google Meet.January - Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins ReidFebruary - The Kingmaker by Kennedy Ryan

Join us for a Centennial Book Club discussion of Soldier's Pay by William Faulkner, part of Los Angeles Public Library’s Central 100 celebration. Published in 1926, Soldiers’ Pay revolves around the return of a wounded aviator and his difficulties…

Join us for a fun and engaging beginner-friendly workshop where you can learn basic hand-sewing techniques! In this session, you'll create small felt plush projects using pre-cut materials, all while practicing simple stitches. Whether you're a…

Speak English with confidence! An English conversation class is perfect for any level. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. The class may also work on…

Learn and practice basic computer skills like using the mouse, typing, browsing the internet, using email, and more. Supplies will be provided for free. No registration is required. For more information, please contact the Literacy Coordinator at 213…

Children ages 5-11 and their families are invited to drop in and play board games, such as Checkers, Jenga, and Sorry. Boards and pieces will be provided. No registration required. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org.

Join us for a casual game of chess, all ages and skill levels welcome. Boards and pieces provided. No registration needed.

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…

Free Citizenship classes. Learn the civics, government, interview and language skills needed for the Naturalization process. Students must have a green card.Clases de ciudadanía gratuitas. Aprenda los elementos de historia americana, gobierno, la…

Explore your creative side and learn how to make vision boards centered in poetry.

Join us for our weekly community yoga session.