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  • graphic with five children above a big book with a rainbow in the background

    Storytime

    Storytime for toddlers and preschoolers.

    • 7/20/2026
    • 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
    • Sun Valley
  • Six young children laughing.

    Get Ready for Kindergarten

    Help your little one prepare for their future in kindergarten! We will be sharing stories, songs, and activities that are focused on engaging early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3-5. For more information, please contact children@lapl.org.

  • Woman holding up a book smiling and reading.

    STAR Reading With Mr. Michael

    Our STAR volunteers read to children of all ages, one-on-one or in small groups. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book to keep after attending three STAR reading sessions at our branch!STAR sessions are subject to change or cancellation…

  • star reader, children, reading volunteer

    Read With Star Volunteer Miss Sandy

    All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer, Miss Sandy. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Monday. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.

  • Photo of the picture book shelves at the Palms-Rancho Park Branch with an inset portrait photo of Sandra

    STAR Stories With Sandra

    Children are welcome to join Sandra in celebrating the joy of stories. Stop by while she’s reading in the children's area. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR sessions at the Palms-Rancho Park Branch Library.

  • STAR volunteer reading to children

    STAR Storytime With Michelle

    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…

    • 7/20/2026
    • 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    • Studio City
  • Dodgers Storytime event

    Dodgers Storytime

    Join us for Dodger Storytime, part of LA Reads, where we host community Storytimes and provide diverse books to underserved children.

    • 7/20/2026
    • 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    • Angeles Mesa
  • Group of young kids sit on floor rugs listening to a story

    Children's Storytime

    Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities for children and their families.

    • 7/20/2026
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Memorial
  • Several stuffed animals

    Stuffed Animal Sleepover

    Join us for a special storytime—pajamas are encouraged, and remember to bring your favorite stuffed animal! After storytime, kids will tuck in their toys for bed and leave them at the library for a stuffed animal sleepover. Families can pick up their…

    • 7/20/2026
    • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    • Studio City
  • Children listening to storytime

    STAR Readers

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

  • A hen reading from a blue book to five yellow chicks.

    Toddler Storytime

    Toddlers, babies, and caregivers are welcome to attend a half-hour storytime filled with songs, stories, and other fun playtime activities.

    • 7/21/2026
    • 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Mar Vista
  • Woman in green vest holding a picture book open to an audience of children and parents.

    STAR Reader

    Join our STAR volunteer Judi Bloom to share in the joy of reading books!

    • 7/21/2026
    • 1:00 PM
    • Mark Twain
  • Volunteer reads to a group of families

    STAR Reader

    Join us in the joy of reading books with our STAR volunteer, Mrs. Judi!

    • 7/21/2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Mark Twain
  • Photograph of yellow lab

    Read to a Dog

    Visit the Sun Valley Branch to read to Grant, our lovely friend. Practice your reading, cuddling, combing, or just enjoying the dog's presence.

    • 7/21/2026
    • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Sun Valley
  • Adult wearing green volunteer vest reading a picture book to families

    STAR Reader

    All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Tuesday!

  • Toddler holding a book entitled Babies.

    Rising STAR

    Teens read with children in the library.

    • 7/21/2026
    • 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Brentwood
  • Person in green "volunteer" vest holding book up to audience

    Read With a STAR: Jeffrey

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

  • Photo of the picture book shelves at the Palms-Rancho Park Branch with an inset portrait photo of Nancy

    STAR Stories With Nancy

    Children are welcome to join Nancy in celebrating the joy of stories. Stop by while she’s reading in the children's area! Take home a free book after coming to three STAR sessions at the Palms-Rancho Park Branch Library.

  • wolly mammoth fossil

    Ice Age Storytime

    Join an educator from the La Brea tar Pits for an interactive, Tar-iffic storytime about animals that lived during the Ice Age.