Events Calendar

Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR reader, Miss Irina.

Join Ernie Merlan, founder of Muralism, and Matthew “Xus” Dominguez, Art Lead and Cultural Consultant, for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the “Still Here After 10,000 Years” Tongva mural in North Hollywood. Learn about the artistic…

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.

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…

Home Video Day 2026! Featuring home videos on the big screen, archivists talk, highlights from home media archives, and more!

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

BARK (Beach Animals Reading with Kids) is an all-volunteer program that encourages children to increase their reading skills and self-confidence by reading aloud to certified therapy dogs. Sometimes, kids find it intimidating to read in front of…

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…

Lab members can print and use equipment during lab hours. All library patrons are welcome to tour the Koreatown Media Lab.

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…

Join us to discover the art of block printing inspired by the Palisades landscapes and natural beauty. Participants will design, carve, and print their own unique artwork using specialized carving tools and inks. All materials provided. No experience…

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 Bilingual Vietnamese Storytime on the second Saturday afternoon of each month! Have fun learning simple Vietnamese vocabulary through book read alouds, songs, and movement activities. No Vietnamese language knowledge is neccesary to…

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

Enjoy stories, songs, and much, much more! Intended for ages 3-8.

Life Without Reservations: Growing Up at the Famed Ambassador Hotel 1921-1938 tells the story of Carlyn Frank, who called the Los Angeles Ambassador Hotel home. Frank's daughter, Lisa Gilmore, tells the story of her mother's life rubbing elbows with…