Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library

Visiting performers East West Players present a short play that tells the story of Japanese American activist, and her unlikely friendship with Malcolm X. This play follows Kochiyama from her formative experience in the Japanese internment camps to her activism in the Civil Rights Movement. 

A book club for Gen Z and Millennials.  

Develop strength, flexibility and balance through the fusion of Pilates mat and various styles of movement. All levels welcome.
No entry after the first ten minutes.

This school year (2026-2027), the Playa Vista and Venice Teen Councils will collaborate on a zine project. Students will learn about zines from professionals and create their own. Help Playa Vista build its zine collection while contributing to Venice’s! Teen participants will lead programming, explore library operations, suggest titles, and gain leadership experience.

Master gardener Emi will show us how to make adorable succulent planter gifts from upcycled, repurposed containers. 


Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a screening of the heartfelt, coming-of-age drama-comedy Smoke Signals. 

Come kick up your heels! We will do a variety of styles, including country western, pop, Latin, disco, and more!

Learn the basics of chess or step up your game with Coach Bill. All levels are welcome.