Events Calendar

Learn the basics and play songs on the ukulele. Bring your own ukulele or use one of ours. No registration required.

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…

Join us to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Sage. Read with a STAR three times and take home a free book!The schedule may change. For the latest information, contact Hyde Park Library at 323-750-7241. STAR will be unavailable from…

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

Join chess expert Brian Glover as he introduces the classic game of strategy and tactics while simultaneously playing against all the students. All ages and levels are welcome.Please note that the class will not meet in February due to the branch…

Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and communication skills? This class is for you! Learners will also have the opportunity to practice speaking English with the instructors and their peers. For more information, please call 213-228…

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…

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; it is on a first…

Join us for an early celebration of Banned Books Week (October 4 to October 10, 2026) in collaboration with Silver Lake Youth Reading Club! Browse a selection of famously banned books available to borrow and learn about why these titles have been…

Join us for a hands-on program creating calligraphy letters with design elements.

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

Join us for knitting and crochet!

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. For more…

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…

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. No reservations or appointments are…

Join us for our Summer Movies series featuring the thrilling 1993 classic Jurassic Park, starring Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum. When a group of visitors are invited to tour a dinosaur theme park, excitement quickly turns into danger after…

Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation/reading/writing, job or school resumes and applications, studying for citizenship tests, and basic cell phone and…

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…

Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art, and architecture of L.A.'s landmark downtown library.Meet your docent in the Main Lobby in front of the Library Store.

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.

Join us for a laid-back day of art! Let's explore the amazing art pieces we can create using materials we find around us. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring any materials you would like to use.

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

Use a climate simulation program to learn about global approaches to solving the climate crisis.

Children are invited to join our STAR volunteer Kayla for reading one-on-one or in a small group in the children's area.