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…
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 call 213-228-7037 x0…
USC's Roybal Institute on Aging and Alzheimer's LA will be on hand to educate individuals about their work and provide Alzheimer's and dementia-related resources.
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…
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 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…
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
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.
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…
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…
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.
