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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
Mondays at 1 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...
Image of a seated woman in a red sweater at a table helping a standing man with paperwork.
Last Tuesday of the month from 12:30 - 3 p.m.
The Source: Free Health & Emergency Shelter Services
A convenient one-stop-shop of services and resources for community members experiencing homelessness, life instability, or who are low-...
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...
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...
young woman holds boom box on shoulder
Tuesdays from 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Teen'Scape Playlist
Come listen to music together! We’ll each pick songs to listen to and discuss them together in a judgment-free zone. Bring ideas for what...
More Events at Central Library


What We're Reading

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

Recent Blog Posts from LAPL Blog
April 25, 2025
Recordando a Papa Francisco
By Nicholas Clayton, Librarian
El papa Francisco, el primer papa de las Américas, nació el 17 de diciembre de 1936 en Buenos Aires, Argentina y falleció el 21 de abril de 2025 en la Casa Marta, en la Ciudad del Vaticano. Hijo de... Continued
April 24, 2025
Interview With an Author: Ava Morgyn
By Daryl M., Librarian
Ava Morgyn grew up falling in love with all the wrong characters in all the wrong stories, then studied English Writing & Rhetoric at St. Edward's University. She is a lover of witchcraft, tarot... Continued
April 24, 2025
Interview With Film Directors Ara Oshagan and Balin Schneider
By Liana Vardanian, Librarian
As part of the Library's Armenian Heritage Month celebration, the Central Library's Taper Auditorium became a space for storytelling, reflection, and resilience. Filmmakers Ara Oshagan and Balin... Continued
April 22, 2025
As We Celebrate Armenian Heritage Month: A Tribute to Resilience and Empowerment
By Salvadora Sosa Prieto, Administrative Clerk
As we celebrate Armenian Heritage Month, we honor not only a vibrant and ancient culture, but also a people whose story is woven with strength, survival, and a deep commitment to keeping their... Continued

All Posts from LAPL Blog

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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