The library will be closed on Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day.

Eileen Ybarra, Librarian III, Electronic Resources

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Digital Learning: LAPL Has You Covered

February 28, 2019

Since 2012, educators and librarians have celebrated Digital Learning Day every February 28 by showcasing digital resources that can assist all people with their learning endeavors.


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Fake News and Trusted Resources

January 17, 2019

With our increasingly connected lives on the internet and social media, it can be more challenging than ever to decipher what is fake news or not. Fake news stories claim to be fact-based reporting, but instead are actually false, misleading or inaccurate. Finding credible news isn’t always easy.


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Thoughtful Entertainment: Kanopy

December 11, 2018

Kanopy offers Los Angeles Public Library cardholders 24/7 online streaming access to the most acclaimed movies and documentaries from award-winning filmmakers. We are excited to announce that most recently, Kanopy has acquired over 70+ films from A24.


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Great Cinema with Kanopy

October 18, 2018

Kanopy offers Los Angeles Public Library cardholders 24/7 online streaming access to the most acclaimed movies and documentaries from award-winning filmmakers. These films are often difficult or impossible to access elsewhere.


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5 Ways To Celebrate Read an E-Book Day

September 18, 2018

Readers around the world share their love for e-books during Read an E-Book Day on every September 18. Be a part of the festivities by checking your favorite e-book out from the library, sharing your reading stories online on your social media, or just simply setting aside some time to read.


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SimplyE — Discover More From Your Library

August 28, 2018

Reading has been one of my favorite hobbies, even as a preschooler. My love for books, reading and the amazing collections of the Los Angeles Public Library have not changed. However, my needs as a reader have matured.


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What's New This Month on Kanopy

August 17, 2018

At the tap of your finger or click of a button, a plethora of streaming award-winning cinema is yours to choose from, anywhere, anytime. Kanopy is the digital resource that showcases more than 30,000 of the world’s best films.


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Alexa, Meet hoopla!

August 11, 2018

Alexa, meet hoopla...hoopla, meet Alexa, your new best streaming friend!


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Music For Your Next Road Trip

July 12, 2018

Summer is in full swing and I know I like to visit friends and family during this time of year by taking long road trips up and down the California coast. I enjoy the drive, and what I especially enjoy is having plenty of time to listen to some of my favorite music.


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Toes in the Sand, Book in Hand: Summer Reads

July 07, 2018

With summer finally here, now is a great time to catch up on some fun and breezy reading. Overdrive has recently added a number of digital magazine titles that can be downloaded to any electronic device including smartphones and tablets.


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