Classes and Help
Our New Americans Centers located at Central Library, Pacoima, Junipero Serra and Wilmington offer free help sessions and classes on a variety of topics during select hours. All sessions are free and open to everyone.
We will be adding more classes and help sessions, so regularly check the schedule for new events.
If you do not see a help session or class in the language you speak, please call us at 213-228-7390 and leave a message. Many partners provide multilingual services, including Chinese and Korean.
Guardianship
Who takes care of your family if something happens to you? Do you have a plan and the paperwork to secure your children’s future? Bet Tzedek can help you at one of their workshops. Available in English or Spanish.
Housing
Is your landlord trying to evict you? What steps can you take to secure your family residence? Eviction Defense Network or Basta can help. Sessions are in English and Spanish.
Employee Rights
Do you think your employee rights have been violated? Do you need to make a wage claim? If your answers are yes, KIWA: Workers for Justice can help. Sessions are available in English and Spanish.
Reconnecting Families
Have you lost touch with a family member or close friend because of a disaster, migration or conflict? The American Red Cross provides free and confidential Reconnecting Families services in English and Spanish.
Money
We have partnered with community organizations to bring programs and support that can help you reach your financial goals. Appointments are available in English and Spanish.
- Financial coaching
- Matched savings (Family Savings)
- Lending circles
- Small business help
- Credit check
We value your privacy and your rights as a resident in Los Angeles. All information is confidential and services in the library are all free. Questions? Call us at 213-228-7390.