Events Calendar

Idioms are common English sayings that can have different meanings. Sometimes these phrases can be confusing. For example, when people say “it’s a piece of cake,” they are not talking about food. They mean, "It is easy."In this class, you will learn…

Russian for Beginners.

Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults will work with a tutor for 20 minute sessions. Walk-in tutoring is on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointments or reservations are required.Contact the Adult…

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; it is on a first…

Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions while working on pronunciation. This class focuses on informal and practical English for work, school, home, or community. For more information, please contact Adult Literacy…

Unwind, recharge, and reset with leaders from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center.

If you cannot get on the floor for whatever reason you can benefit from a daily practice of yoga on a chair. The chair replaces the yoga mat and becomes an extension of your body allowing you to take full advantage of yoga’s amazing fitness and…

Come practice speaking English with fun conversation in an easygoing setting. This class offers a range of reading materials and lively topics to help adults feel confident with speaking, reading, and writing. All levels are welcome! For more…

Bring your crochet, knitting, embroidery, or hand-stitching projects to the library and enjoy a relaxing hour crafting and chatting with other needle-art fans.Limited supplies are available for practicing and learning.

Are you an English language learner and interested in practicing your reading? This book club is for ESL/ELL adults who want to work on vocabulary, grammar, and reading skills. Books will be provided. For more information, please call 213-228-7037 x0…

Whether you're experienced or a beginner to the game, you're welcome to come play bridge on the first and third Fridays of the month. Tables will be set up for people of all levels, and the teacher will answer questions, teach how to score, and…

Speak English with confidence. Join our English conversation class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Adults of all levels are welcome.

Looking to improve your English? Join our English Conversation Class, where you can practice speaking, improve your grammar, and expand your vocabulary in a friendly, supportive environment.For details or questions, please contact the literacy…

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…

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…

Explore your creative side. Join us for a relaxing weekly session filled with friends and fun. All materials are provided free.

Adult Learning Sessions empower participants with essential reading, writing and English conversation skills. The session leader facilitates engaging activities, such as reading newspapers and short stories, mastering American phrases and idioms, and…

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…

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

This class will teach the basics of writing, from structuring a sentence to writing a paragraph. You will also practice writing for everyday use, such as writing emails and letters. The class will also emphasize grammar and vocabulary. Everyone is…

This class will teach adult learners writing strategies using journal prompts and other materials. The class will also help adults improve their vocabulary and grammar skills. For more information, please call 213-228-7037 ext. 0 or email singleton…

The Friends of the Eagle Rock Library will be selling gently used books, CDs, and DVDs. All proceeds will benefit programming and collection development at the Eagle Rock Branch Library.

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