Events Calendar

Children ages 5 and up are invited to read with Thor the therapy dog. Reading to a friendly dog helps reduce anxiety and makes reading fun!A selection of books will be provided.

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…

Join the Yarniacs of Mar Vista, where we put our needles, hooks, hands, and creativity to work—not just to knit, crochet, embroider, macramé and weave our crafts of choice, but to build a community of Mar Vista folks who share a love for yarn above…

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…

Are you interested in participating in a community of Makers that enjoy helping each other? Join us and design anything from robotics to crafts. 3D printers, computers, and a laser cutter are available to help facilitate bringing your design to life…

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.

Do you sew, knit or crochet? Join us for a fabric arts meet up. Come and work on your projects with other art crafters in the community. All skill levels are welcome.

Join us for an afternoon of fun and games. Whether you're a fan of board games, video games, or card games, we have something for all teens!

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…

Come join other chess players for some serious fun!

Discover the joy of reading in a supportive and judgment-free space designed for the whole family. This class brings adults and children together to grow their literacy skills side by side through the magic of storytelling. It is never too early or…

Become a member of the Friends of the Chatsworth Library and join our Pre-Sale Book Sale. Enjoy the perks of being a Friends member and get the satisfaction of helping to support the Chatsworth Branch Library. Be the first to choose from the best…

We're pleased to introduce a new French Conversation Group for native and near-native French speakers. This group offers an opportunity to engage with recent articles from the French press while participating in thoughtful, lively discussions on…

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…

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

Parents and caregivers, join a seated storytime for babies, with rhymes, songs, and stories for approximately 15 minutes, followed by time for free play and reading.Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

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…

Join us for an hour of building fun. We will build using colorful interlocking bricks. Recommended for ages 4 to 8.

Looking for a fun and creative activity? Join us for a crafty time! All supplies will be provided.

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…

Discover the joy of reading in a supportive and judgment-free space designed for the whole family. This class brings adults and children together to grow their literacy skills side by side through the magic of storytelling. It is never too early or…

A used book sale at the library.

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.