Events Calendar

Walk-in Tutors assist adult patrons with reading, writing, English conversation, basic technology assistance, job applications, and completing forms. For more information, please contact 213-228-7037 x 0 or Singleton@lapl.org

Listen to stories or practice reading with our STAR volunteer, Miss Katherine. Earn a free book with every three weekly visits.

Support your library and the Friends of the Washington Irving Library!Discover your next great read at the bookstore, open every Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., featuring timeless treasures and new favorites.

Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Bonnie. Take home a free book after reading with Bonnie three times.

Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR Volunteer Judi.Take home a free book after reading with Judi three times.

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…

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

Join us for family block building fun!

You must sign up in advance: Literacy tutors are available Mondays and Wednesdays for grades K-6.

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…

Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our special STAR volunteers Beryl, Barbara, Annette, and Lynda. Come three times and take home a free book.

Student Zone is an area of the library where students K-12 can get help after school with homework.

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, practical English for work, school, home, or the community. The class may also work…

Children ages 5 and up are invited to read with Thor the therapy dog. Reading to a friendly dog helps reduce anxiety and makes reading fun!A selection of books will be provided.

Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for students in grades K-12.

After school homework help for grades K to 12.

Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to our wonderful therapy dog, Grant!

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…

Come meet with lawyers in the Van Nuys Branch Library for a free consumer debt clinic. Do you need assistance with debt collectors? Identity theft? Credit card debt lawsuits?The consumer debt clinic can:Teach you about your consumer rightsProvide…

Join us for our monthly art and crafts program for kids! We will have 3-4 different craft stations where kids can explore and create their own craft to take home. All ages are welcome.

Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Paul. Take home a free book after reading with Paul three times.

Use lyrics to learn English! In this class you will read and analyze lyrics to expand your vocabulary and improve your understanding of the English language. For more information call 213-228-7037 or email singleton@lapl.org.

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…

Join our Teen Council to gain valuable skills such as leadership, critical thinking, collaboration, and civic engagement. For ages 11-18. Work with the YA Librarian and peers to suggest purchases for the library.Help to plan library programs…