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Central Library

Central Library Exterior
Address:
630 W. 5th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Phone:
213-228-7000
Email:
Contact form
Librarian:
Kren Malone, Director
Map for Central Library Branch

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Hours of Service

Mon: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Tues: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Weds: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Thurs: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Fri: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sat: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sun: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Upcoming Events at Central Library
A tutor with a learner reviewing a book
Every Monday at 1:00 p.m.
Walk-in Tutoring With Paula
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is...
Instructor in a classroom with a diverse group of students using laptops.
Every Monday from 4 - 5:20 p.m.
Grammar Class (Beginners) With Aaqilah
Master basic grammar with real-life examples and practice. This class teaches beginning adult learners the fundamentals of grammar in a...
A players hand is moving a chess piece in a chess game being played.
Every Monday 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Monday Night Chess
Join us for a casual game of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome.Boards and pieces provided. No registration is required.
A tutor with a learner reviewing a book
Every Tuesday at 11 a.m.
Walk-in Tutoring With Mark
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is...
A literacy instructor and a student sit in a library and review a workbook.
Every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.
English Conversation Class (Beginners) With Andrew
In this class, beginners practice everyday English with the help of the vibrant Oxford Picture Dictionary. Apply what you learn through...
a young African-American man smiling sitting on a couch, looking down at a laptop that's on a small table, with headphones on
Tuesdays from 12 noon - 1 p.m.
Tech TryOut Cart
Did you know that the Los Angeles Public Library lends e-books, audiobooks, movies, music, magazines, newspapers, comic books, and more to...
A black and a Caucasian woman are standing next two each other reviewing something in a tablet. They are in an office with boxes, materials and other tools.
March 11, 2025 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Women Thriving in Business: Small Business Resources in Partnership With the SBA
Are you a woman entrepreneur looking to launch, expand, or scale your business?  Join us for an empowering session where you'll discover...
Tutor and student sit at table with open notebook
Every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m.
Walk-in Tutoring With Kate
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is...
Two people standing under a tree
Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m.
Korean Conversation 1-2
Do you want to learn Korean? Join us and learn the Korean language and culture.This program is presented by the Los Angeles Public Library...
A tutor with a learner reviewing a book
Every Tuesday at 3:10 p.m.
Walk-in Tutoring With Tim
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is...
More Events at Central Library


What We're Reading

LAPL Reads: Recommendations | Book Lists | New Books | Catalog

Recent Blog Posts from LAPL Blog
March 07, 2025
Read It First! Movie Adaptations in Theaters This Month
By Elizabeth Graney, Librarian
If you've heard it once, you've heard it a million times—the book was better! There's nothing like debating the differences between a favorite book and its translation to the screen. But if you don't... Continued
March 06, 2025
Interview With an Author: Chris Nichols
By Daryl M., Librarian
Chris Nichols is a longtime preservationist and senior editor at Los Angeles magazine. For many years, he worked with the Los Angeles Conservancy Modern Committee, serving a term as chairman of the... Continued
March 05, 2025
Teens Leading Change: Cultural Diversity Through the Arts
By Guest Blogger
Hello from the Platt Branch Library, where we are working on a Teens Leading Change project exploring cultural diversity in our community. We selected this topic because we are committed to... Continued
March 03, 2025
Lo nuevo en español para adultos y jóvenes: libros interesantes que llegan a la biblioteca este mes
By Multilingual Collections, Librarian
Los libros en español más esperados están disponibles en tu biblioteca. Haz clic en cada título para verlo en nuestro catálogo. ¡No esperes y reserva tu copia hoy mismo! Adultos... Continued

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Meeting Rooms

The Literature & Fiction (Upper Level 3) and Business Department (Lower Level 1) have glass-enclosed meeting rooms available for use.

Guidelines

  • Meeting Room hours
    Monday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
    Friday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    Sunday: 1 - 4:30 p.m.
  • Sign ups on the hour or half hour
  • Must have a valid library card
  • Reservations must be made in person, day of and up to one day in advance
  • Two hours per floor per patron
  • Water allowed. No food or drink
  • Three or more people required for large (6 chair) rooms
  • Furniture and chairs must not be moved
  • Dry erase markers and erasers available upon request
  • All library rules apply: Patrons in violation of library rules may be refused service.

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