Events Calendar

Join us in the joy of reading books with our STAR volunteer, Mrs. Judi!

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

All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer Pamela. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Wednesday. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.

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

Sales feature hundreds of used books, magazines, and DVDs and are sponsored by the Central Library support groups: Central Library Docents, FOCAL (Friends of Children and Literature), and the Culinary Historians of Southern California. All proceeds…

All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer Terri. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Saturday. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.

All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer, Miss Sandy. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Monday. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.

Join us in the joy of reading books with our STAR volunteer, Mrs. Judi!

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

All children are invited to read stories with our volunteer Pamela. Share in the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer every Wednesday. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.

Join our book club where kids and their adults can enjoy reading together by selecting from a classic and a modern featured book each month. Don't forget to participate in our book party to celebrate the stories!

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

Middle-grade readers in grades 4-7 are invited to join our fun monthly book discussions. This month, we will be reading Let's Get Together by Brandy Colbert.

Our Artist-in-Residence Debra Disman is back at the Northridge Branch for the year 2026-2027, beginning a series of monthly bookmaking programs in July, where you will learn to make a different book each session! No experience is required and there…

Join our volunteer Ms. Bobi, for an enjoyable and informative garden session every fourth Saturday of the month.

Join us in the joy of reading books with our STAR volunteer, Mrs. Judi!

Are you a chess player? Are you interested in learning? We invite you to join us as we explore one of the world's oldest games. Individuals of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Chess sets will be made available.

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

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.

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

Love chess or curious to learn? Join us for a fun-filled session of playing, learning, and leveling up with fellow enthusiasts!All ages and levels are welcome.

Join us in the joy of reading books with our STAR volunteer, Mrs. Judi!

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

Children ages 5 and up are invited to read with Thor the therapy dog. Reading to a friendly dog helps reduce anxiety and makes reading fun!A selection of books will be provided.