Events and Exhibits at the Los Angeles Public Library

Senorita Mariposa book cover and cityscape illustration

Available for viewing Thursday through Sunday from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Señorita Mariposa StoryWalk at the Audubon Center

In celebration of the fourth annual LA BioBlitz Challenge, Señorita Mariposa is returning to the Audubon Center at Debs Park! Take a self-...

Eagle Rock Branch Library

Saturdays from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Read With STAR Volunteer Olga

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

Studio City Branch Library

Last Saturday of the Month, 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon

Friends of the Studio City Library Book Sale

The Friends of the Studio City Library will be selling gently used books, CDs, and DVDs. All proceeds will benefit programming and...

Sock snowman in front with pink and white tinsel in the background

Palms - Rancho Park Branch Library

December 28, 10 a.m.

Family Storytime: Winter and the New Year

Let's read about snow, since we don't get it here in Los Angeles, and talk about our dreams for 2025!Recommended for ages 3 and up.

Volunteer reading a book to a group of children and adults

Mid-Valley Regional Branch Library

Saturdays 10 a.m. - 12 noon

STAR Reader Grandpa Jim

Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer, Grandpa Jim. Take home a free book after reading with a STAR...

Valley Plaza Branch Library

Saturdays at 10 a.m.

Read With STAR Volunteer Ms. Liz

Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Marty. Take home a free book after coming to...

Central Library

Saturdays at 11 a.m.

Docent-led Central Library Art & Architecture Tour

Take an hour-long tour through the Los Angeles Central Library. Your docent guide will share stories about the history, art, and...

Westwood Branch Library

Saturdays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

STAR Stories With Abenaa

Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Abenaa. Come three times and take home a free...

Chatsworth Branch Library

Fourth Saturdays at 11:30 a.m.

Share a Story With the BARK Therapy Dogs

Join us on the fourth Saturday of the month, when kids can improve their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs from the...

A group of young people holding different colored thought bubble signs

Cahuenga Branch Library

Fourth Saturday of the Month, 12-1 p.m.

Teen Council

Are you 11-18 years old? Interested in sharing your opinions and making the library a better place for teens? Join our Teen Council!Teen...

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colorful cartoon of a city skyline with a park in the foreground

StoryWalk®

Various

Explore the world, move your body, and read a story at the same time! StoryWalks® are a fun and innovative way to engage young readers and...

Creators in Residence - Andy Crocker

Multiple Library Branch Locations

The Library, in partnership with the Library Foundation of Los Angeles, has established a residency program, Los Angeles Public Library...

September 14, 2024 to May 11, 2025, Central Library

No Prior Art: Illustrations of Invention

Getty Gallery

This new exhibition at Central Library's Getty Gallery and citywide program series explores the intersection of art, science, and invention.

Exterior of a dome-shaped building with signage that reads "Eat in the hat" and "The Brown Derby"

September 23, 2024 to February 23, 2025, Central Library

L.A.’s Legendary and Landmark Restaurants, 1897-1946

History & Genealogy Department

The restaurant scene in Los Angeles has been a dynamic and evolving tapestry, reflecting the city’s rapid growth and the diverse cultural...

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