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Author Ray Bradbury at Palms-Rancho branch library, [1972]. Security Pacific National Bank Collection
Keith Chaffee, August 17, 2020

On August 22, 1920, Ray Bradbury was born. He is most often remembered as an author of fantasy stories and novels, but he also wrote science fiction and mystery stories, poetry, and screenplays.


Glean Creason from 1984
Glen Creason, July 01, 2020

Libraries are empty of customers and that is sad as hell. Sad for library workers who not only love the musty smell of the stacks but also the everyday challenges of actual patrons!


Collage of books based on Los Angeles neighborhoods
James Sherman, June 30, 2020

Aldous Huxley described Los Angeles as “nineteen suburbs in search of a metropolis"—and didn’t mean it as a compliment. In fact, the diversity of Los Angeles is one of its greatest strengths. The Los Angeles Times mapping project claims there are 114 neighborhoods in the city of Los Angeles.


Colorized photo of gay fathers march down Santa Monica Boulevard during the 17th annual Gay Pride Parade
Anne Olivier, June 26, 2020

On June 28, 1970, the very first Pride Parade in Los Angeles was held on Hollywood Boulevard, one year after the Stonewall uprising in New York City.


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