Events Calendar

Learn Chinese with our experienced instructor. This class is for beginners.

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.

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.

Come learn how to sew or use our sewing machines to finish a project. You can also bring your embroidery, crochet, or knitting project. Please bring your own supplies. First-come, first-served for sewing machines. Ages 13 & up to use a sewing machine…

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…

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…

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…

Explore process art with a variety of materials as we design and create art for fun. All children and their caregivers welcomed.

It's time to play! Come play with our collection of toys or board games.

Love to crochet, cross stitch, knit and sew? Join us for our monthly social hour, in a relaxed social setting for all skill levels! The first Wednesday of the month.

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.

Join us on Zoom and share a health book or article you are reading. We discuss a wide range of health topics, including: healthy eating and cookbooks, mental health, aging, exercise, and preventative health. This book club meets the first Wednesday…

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 us for a sensory-friendly, whimsy-inspired program!

Books can transform the way we look at the world. Join children's librarians from the Library to discuss kid-friendly books related to topics of social justice. This is an all-ages book club for the whole family. Check out the book of the month at…

Families are invited to join us for art activities and open-ended play with new sensory toys and tools from our children's area. Suggested for all ages and abilities.

Need to earn volunteer hours? Join Pio Pico's Teen Council! You'll develop leadership skills, plan programs for teens at the library, decorate the teen space, and more.

Personalize your own tote bag.

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…