Events

The Library hosts free events every day. There's something for all ages and interests – browse our calendar to find something happening near you.

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Featured Events

  • Artist Brenda Chi and a drawing of hers

    Your Author: Brenda Chi

    Join us to welcome multidisciplinary artist, Brenda Chi, who will present a drawing workshop and discuss her work, her journey as an artist, and the many inspirations that have influenced her in Los Angeles.

  • Friends of Silver Lake Library Art Book Sale

    Friends of the Library Art Book Sale

    The art lover's event of the year! Support your local branch by purchasing books from the Friends of the Silver Lake Library (FoSLL)'s gigantic collection of used art books.

    • Silver Lake
    • 8/15/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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Storytimes

  • An illustration of a city park and sky with the text "Storywalk at the library" beside the cover of Every Monday Mabel by Jashar Awan

    StoryWalk®: Every Monday Mabel by Jashar Awan

    Join us every Monday this summer at Linnie Canal Park, also known as the Duck Playground, located on the Venice Canals, for a series titled Every Monday Mabel by Jashar Awan. Come to read, discuss, and enjoy the art!

    • Venice
    • 7/16/2026 - 8/13/2026
    • All Day
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    Toddler Storytime and Songs

    Join us for storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. We share stories, songs, and movement activities to build early literacy skills for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years.
  • Kids clapping for storytime

    Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe

    Disfruta de cuentos, canciones, rimas y movimientos en español y en inglés.Quédate un poco más para jugar con juguetes que promuevan la exploración, el crecimiento y el aprendizaje. Dirigido a niños de 2 a 5 años, pero todas las edades son bienvenidas.

    Come and enjoy stories, songs, and movement at our toddler storytime. Stay a little longer to play with toys that promote exploration, growth and learning. Geared towards children ages 2-5 years old but all ages are welcome to attend.

Book Clubs

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    Mystery Book Club

    Join us for engaging discussions at our monthly Mystery Book Club meeting!

    • West Valley
    • 8/12/2026
    • 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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    Wilmington Book Club

    Join us as we discuss Summer Lovin' by Carly Phillips, and receive your books for next month as well.
    • Wilmington
    • 8/12/2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Mystery Books

    Mystery Book Club

    Join us on the second Wednesday of every month for our Mystery Book Club!Upcoming meetings:August 12 - The Frozen River by Ariel LawhonSeptember 9 - The Golden Spoon by Jessa MaxwellOctober 14 - The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
    • Sylmar
    • 8/12/2026
    • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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    Book Club

    This is an online mostly fiction book club. We select book titles throughout the year. 

    • Pacoima
    • 8/12/2026
    • 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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    Aphasia Book Club

    Aphasia is a brain disorder. It usually results from stroke or head injury. It affects a person's ability to read, write, speak, and understand speech. This book club is designed especially for adults with aphasia. Because everyone deserves to enjoy a good book. For more information and zoom link, contact fschwarz@lapl.org.
    • Echo Park
    • 8/13/2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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