Events Calendar

Learn about the cultural art of stargazing and three backyard viewing targets in the Los Angeles night sky, followed by a live telescope viewing of the sun! Star chart handouts, research guides, and coloring pages will be provided.

During the 10 sessions of the Astro Camp Community Partner Program at the Watts library, you will be trying fun science experiments, engineering challenges and art projects to explore the universe with NASA. What better way to start than to learn all…

Get ready to celebrate our Central Library's Centennial milestone by creating your own mini time capsule. Imagine what the future generations would want to know about you today and bring small items that represent you in 2026!

Join us for Family Game Day! Lotería is a traditional Mexican board game of chance, similar to Bingo.

Join us for a highly interactive magic show, where the audience is the star, with focus on all the magical resources the library has to offer.This program is fun for families of all ages.This program was generously funded by the Friends of the Mid…

Build and play with STEM focused hands on learning building blocks, Magnet Tiles and board games.Construye y juega con bloques de construcción, piezas magnéticas y juegos de mesa que fomentan el aprendizaje práctico centrado en STEM.

Let's upcycle coffee grounds into clay! Participants will learn to make clay from readily available, eco-friendly materials, then use it to create something. Instructions will be provided on making pinch pots, but participants may create whatever…

Join us for tie-dyeing on our patio. We will provide a bandana, or you may bring one item to dye (such as a t-shirt--we can't accommodate dyeing heavy items like pants). We recommend clean, cotton materials to hold the dye well. This program will be…

Discover the art of making Korean mini-kimbap, bite-sized seaweed rice rolls filled with fresh vegetables and savory ingredients. These colorful and nutritious rolls are a popular Korean snack, often enjoyed with a flavorful dipping sauce, and are…

Read stories, play board games, and take home one of our LitKits to make learning to read fun.

Join us for a family-friendly movie at the library! Snacks will be provided for everyone.

Join us for a special storytime with a drag performer bringing inclusive stories, fabulous costumes, and extra sparkle!

Join us for a fun children's movie! Animal lover Mabel uses clever new technology designed to "hop" human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals to communicate with beavers, uncovering mysteries within the animal world beyond anything she could…

Join us for our Summer With the Library program! This week features Joe Gandelman, who will be sure to amaze everyone with his skills on Ventriloquism! All ages are welcome to attend. Don't forget to sign up for our Summer With the Library Challenge…

Join us for a variety of card games, board games, and trivia challenges. Families are welcome!

Join us for indoor and outdoor play for children 0–8! Explore LEGO®, a play kitchen, art, light tables, Car Town, sensory bins, baby toys, games, and outdoor fun.This program was made possible with the generous support of the Library Foundation of…

Join us for bird watching and crafts! This STEM program is fun for the whole family.

Stories, songs, movement, and more for children aged 18 months to 5 years and their parents/caregivers. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org.

Design bracelets for your friends, family, or yourself using fun beads, string, and charms. Whether you love simple patterns or bold designs, there’s something for everyone. Ages 7-18.

Come one, come all to a fantastic variety show that's fun for the whole family! From amazing feats of juggling to astonishing grand illusions, prepare to be astonished by the amazing Arty Loon. For children and families.

Make bubble wands and test it in this fun outdoor program in the library's courtyard. Children of all ages are welcome.

Join us in the Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen the FIFA World Cup 26™. Join us in the comfortable, air-conditioned Taper Auditorium at Central Library for the Central Soccer Celebration as we screen…

During the Astro Camp Community Partner Program at the Watts library, you will be trying fun science experiments, engineering challenges, and art projects to explore the universe with NASA. It's almost time for the 4th of July so of course it's time…

Join us for The Arty Loon Show, a fun-filled family variety experience perfect for all ages. Enjoy comedy, magic, balloons, puppets, games, and much more.