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.

Featured Events

  • 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!

    • location: Venice
    • date: 7/16/2026 - 8/13/2026
    • time: All Day
  • A hen reading from a blue book to five yellow chicks.

    Toddler Storytime

    Toddlers, babies, and caregivers are welcome to attend a half-hour storytime filled with songs, stories, and other fun playtime activities. 
    • location: Mar Vista
    • date: 7/21/2026
    • time: 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Woman in green vest holding a picture book open to an audience of children and parents.

    STAR Reader

    Join our STAR volunteer Judi Bloom to share in the joy of reading books! 
    • location: Mark Twain
    • date: 7/21/2026
    • time: 1:00 PM
  • Volunteer reads to a group of families

    STAR Reader

    Join us in the joy of reading books with our STAR volunteer, Mrs. Judi!

    • location: Mark Twain
    • date: 7/21/2026
    • time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • mug and open book sitting by the water

    Boardwalk Bookworms

    Join us the third Tuesday of each month for a lively discussion of our current selection. 

    • location: Venice
    • date: 7/21/2026
    • time: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
  •  Central Library drawing

    1926 Book Club for Central 100

    Read and discuss Nella Larson's short stories published in 1926 in honor of the 100th Anniversary of Central Library.

    • location: Venice
    • date: 7/21/2026
    • time: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Stacks of closed and open books with a pair of glasses resting on top.

    Brentwood Nonfiction Book Club

    The Brentwood Nonfiction Book Club holds lively discussions of different nonfiction books each month. The group reads books with a wide range of styles, subjects, and perspectives. For information about upcoming selections, please get in touch with the library at brntwd@lapl.org. Copies of the selected books will be available for pickup at the library's circulation desk. 

    • location: Brentwood
    • date: 7/21/2026
    • time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • teens gathered together holding books and a laptop

    Teen Summer Reading Book Club

    Join our Teen Book Club this summer! In our first meeting, we began the book The White Guy Dies First together.At this meeting, we will share our final thoughts on the book. Teens who were present at both meetings will receive a special prize. This program is intended for ages 13-18.