Events Calendar

Join us for fun-filled stories, songs, and movement activities designed for your little ones!

Toddlers and their grown-ups are invited to sing songs, rhymes, and read books with Ms. Shalla in Pan Pacific Park every Wednesday, for as long as the weather permits. Space may be limited if moved indoors.Please note: this event takes place off-site…

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes intended to build early literacy skills for children ages 0-5. Storytime will be followed by a short playtime.

Join us for storytime with scarves, shakers, songs, and more. Open for kids 0-5.

Children are invited to share the joy of reading one-on-one with our STAR volunteer Ruth. Take home a free book after reading three times with our STAR readers.

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

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…

All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer Pamela. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Wednesday. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.

Through body awareness, movement, and breath, you will be guided on how to bring your body, mind, and spirit back into balance for overall well-being.

Armenian for beginners.

The Friends of the Fairfax Branch Library will be selling gently used books. All proceeds will benefit programming and collection development at the Fairfax Branch Library.

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.

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…

Join us for a lively discussion of the 1995 novel Reservation Blues by Sherman Alexie.

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

Children can read to our certified therapy dog Vida, to build confidence and practice their reading skills. Early through advanced readers are welcome. First come, first served, and no sign-up is required. Reading sessions may be time-limited to…

Visit the Tech TryOut Cart for hands-on guidance from the Cybernaut with e-media. Feel free to bring your own smartphone or tablet for direct help with the library’s e-media services.

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.

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