Events Calendar

Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Lauren. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.

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.

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 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…

Chill out with a hot film during our weekly Fast Friday Film series. Major stars, big action! Movie screening is subject to change or cancellation without notice.

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…

Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.Trained Student Zone Helper to Assist with Homework Access to Basic School Supplies Free Printing Reserved Computer Access

Do you play chess? Are you interested in learning? Then, join Stephen and Avi every Friday afternoon to learn and play chess with other people. All ages are welcome!

Improve your reading comprehension and conversation skills. Practice by reading stories and passages in a classroom setting. No registration required.For more information, contact the literacy coordinator at (213) 228-7037 ext. 70719 or…

Chess Club is Back!

Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions. This class will be a beginner-level class. Practice English for work, school, home, or community. The class may also work on pronunciation, accent reduction, and slang. For…

Do you want to practice your English pronunciation and better understand those unusual expressions called idioms? This class is for you! Adults will practice pronouncing common words and expressions in the break-out rooms depending on their English…

Speak English with confidence! The English conversation class is perfect for any level. Adults will use common words and expressions. This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. The class may also work…

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…

Check out our newest StoryWalk in partnership with the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take a self-directed accessible nature walk and follow the pages to enjoy a scenic trek across a familiar city.

Please note: This event is off-site at the Audubon…

Join us for great exercise and fun!To confirm specific dates, please check the online calendar for that date.

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

During these weekly sessions, participants will practice commonly used words and expressions that will help with informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. Learners will have the opportunity to practice with the instructor…

Speak English with confidence! This class is perfect for beginners with a focus on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. The class may also work on pronunciation, idioms, and slang.

Writers and aspiring writers, join us for a group that supports writing endeavors of all genres: fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and memoir.Please email eaglrk@lapl.org for the writing prompt.

Get a great deal on pre-loved books covering many genres and topics while helping your library! All proceeds fund the Friends of the Westwood Branch Library. This support group purchases books and furniture and sponsors programming for the Westwood…

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…

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…

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…