Events Calendar

The Tech Try Out Cart features a variety of devices, with a librarian available to provide hands-on instruction in e-media. You are also welcome to bring your own smartphone or tablet for practical assistance with the library's e-media services.

To help address the literacy crisis in Los Angeles and inspire children to enjoy reading, the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF), in partnership with the Los Angeles Dodgers, leads LA Reads, a literacy campaign that includes community Storytimes…

Join KongaKid in a fun, participatory, and interactive program where everyone gets to be a part of the groove.

Churn, shake, and make butter!

Registered teen volunteers share program suggestions and feedback with the Teen Librarian.

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…

Join us to play games like Jenga, Candy Land, and more! This program is intended for children ages 3 and older.

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 will be introduced to the idea of conservation, discuss strategies for supporting a healthy earth, then upcycle cast-off materials to create a new sculpture, toy, or functional item.

Discover the joy of reading in a supportive and judgment-free space designed for the whole family. This class brings adults and children together to grow their literacy skills side by side through the magic of storytelling. It is never too early or…

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

Learning good grammar improves your writing and reading. This class will help you understand what makes sentences and paragraphs clear and interesting. The focus is on real-world examples and uses. Everyone is welcome. Supplies will be provided for…

Join Ricky Rainbow Beard for a program about listening! The Rainbow Beard Show features puppets, games, music, and dance, for kids and anyone who wants to be a kid. The program focuses on creativity, play, and creating collective human experiences…

Join us for storytime! Enjoy stories and songs for all ages.

Brew some tea, relax, and listen to a virtual live reading of a public domain novel or short stories. Join via Zoom or dial in by phone.To help celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Central Library, we will be reading books from 1926!

Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation/reading/writing, job or school resumes and applications, studying for citizenship tests, and basic cell phone and…

Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation/reading/writing, job or school resumes and applications, studying for citizenship tests, and basic cell phone and…

Join us as we watch the latest skateboard videos from Thrasher Magazine as well as skateboarding classics from the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s.

This program will either be a continuation of our zombie-apocalypse RPG or a game hour, depending on attendance. Players, both new and old, are welcome!

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…

Walk-in tutoring is available for any adult patron who needs help with Internet searches, filling out forms, English conversation/reading/writing, job or school resumes and applications, studying for citizenship tests, and basic cell phone and…

Looking to improve your English? Join our English Conversation Class, where you can practice speaking, improve your grammar, and expand your vocabulary in a friendly, supportive environment.For details or questions, please contact the literacy…

Ready to boost your skills and confidence? Join our weekly Adult Learning Lab! These engaging, hands-on sessions are open to all adults, regardless of current skill level. We focus on helping you master essential life skills, reading, writing, and…

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.