Events and Exhibits at the Los Angeles Public Library

john parra and book cover for viva valenzuela
April 19, 10:50 a.m.
Join Children’s Librarians for an interactive storytime with special guest John Parra, as he reads his book Viva Valenzuela and discusses...
a man helps another man on a computer while a woman looks on
Sundays, 1 - 5 p.m.
Our Cybernaut is available to assist you in learning basic computer skills, using the library databases, setting up email, operating your...
author lucky diaz and his three books
April 19, 1:05 p.m.
Enjoy an interactive and multicultural storytime featuring songs and rhymes presented by our Children's Librarians and special guest Lucky...
Ceiling of the Central Library Rotunda.
Sundays at 2 p.m.
Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art, and...
books
Third Sunday of the month from 2 - 4 p.m.
The banned books reading group reads and discusses materials that have been historically challenged or are on the American Library...
Tessa Kelso, Mary L. Jones, Miriam Matthews, Eleanor Jones, Mary Foy, and Elizabeth Martinez, and mary mallory
April 19, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Celebrate Central 100 and Library Week with author and lecturer Mary Mallory! Have you ever wondered about the history of women librarians...
Three authors
April 19, 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join us for a captivating performance of vibrant storytelling, profound poetry, and witty short plays that celebrate the spirit, humor, and...
image of two bookmarks, one says "read" the other is of flowers
April 19, 2 p.m.
Design and create your own bookmark using a basic resistance technique.Meant for adults, but all are welcome.
STAR Volunteer reading to children
Sundays at 2 p.m.
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Jillian.
globe chandelier located in the Central Library rotunda
Sundays at 3 p.m.
Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art, and...

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