Events Calendar

Enjoy Summer at the Library and create various kid friendly crafts. Projects will vary each week and include an ongoing "Postcards from LA" Pen Pal program with the Silver Lake Library in Silver Lake, Kansas.

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

The Teen Craft Corner is a monthly event where teens can express their creative side and experiment with various art mediums and formats. All skill levels welcome.

Explore a world of magic and adventure with the classic roleplaying game.

Join us for an afternoon of fun and games. Whether you're a fan of board games, video games, or card games, we have something for all teens!

Learn and practice basic computer skills like using the mouse, typing, browsing the internet, using email, and more. Supplies will be provided for free. No registration is required.

dults 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…

Did you know that the Los Angeles Public Library lends e-books, audiobooks, movies, music, magazines, newspapers, comic books, and more to our patrons on their smartphones, tablets, laptops, or desktop computers? This cart will display a selection of…

Join us for an hour of building fun. We will be building with colorful interlocking bricks. Recommended for ages 4 to 8.

Join certified food preservation instructor Brie Wakeland Muszynski for a presentation on how to make jams, jellies, and marmalades at home.This program is generously funded by the Platt Friends of the Library.

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…

Ever wondered what the sun really looks like? Join us for a public viewing session on a solar telescope facilitated by Casey Cooper, a Griffith Observatory astronomer.

Teamwork makes the dream work! Join us for a giant collaborative world-building event where everyone comes together to create one massive, bustling brick town. When you arrive, grab some blocks and start building. Whether you want to design a house…

Make your own soap this summer! Melt your soap base, add your fragrance and dyes, then pour your soap into a fun-shaped mold.

Piece together your story! Students will explore textures, colors, and images to craft their own unique collages from recycled materials. Weaving in words and writing, students will bring their artwork to life through storytelling. For children and…

Design and create your own pin buttons!

Join us for stories and songs, followed by playtime. For children of all ages and their families.

Explore the science in everyday life. Discover how to use common household items to conduct simple, fun, and easy science experiments, such as exploding sandwich bags and more.

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…

Speak English with confidence! Join our Beginner English Conversation Class to develop your communication, grammar, and vocabulary skills. For more information, contact (213) 228-7037 x74219 or robertsonliteracy@lapl.org.

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 contact Adult Literacy…

Practice English in a safe, supportive space! Join our small-group conversation class to build your confidence speaking English in real-life situations.Perfect for beginner and intermediate learners, this informal class focuses on practical…

Sharpen your writing skills in this intermediate-friendly class for adults! Learn sentence and paragraph structure, improve grammar and vocabulary, and practice everyday writing like emails and letters.

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