Discover the joy of reading in a supportive and judgment-free space designed for the whole family. This class brings adults and children together to grow their literacy skills side by side through the magic of storytelling.
Join Ernie Merlan, founder of Muralism, and Matthew “Xus” Dominguez, Art Lead and Cultural Consultant, for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the Still Here After 10,000 Years Tongva mural in North Hollywood.
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!
Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer, Angela. Take home a free book after coming to three STAR events at our branch.
Aphasia is a brain disorder. It usually results from stroke or head injury. It affects a person's ability to read, write, speak, and understand speech. This book club is designed especially for adults with aphasia. Because everyone deserves to enjoy a good book. For more information and zoom link, contact fschwarz@lapl.org.
When you solve a murder, you deserve a party! Join the Fairfax Teen Council as we eat, drink, and think back on how a murderer was brought to justice! All materials provided, ages 11 and older.
Join our monthly book discussion led by a different member of our staff and the book of their choice. Check out The Library Book by Susan Orlean and join the discussion.
Adults and teens are invited to discuss Gayle Forman's Just One Day. Allyson has always done the right thing. When on a post-grad tour of London Allyson encounters Dutch actor Willem she goes against everything she knows about herself and takes him up on his invitation to spend the last day...
Join us for an engaging discussion on some of the world's best short stories! This year's selection is from 100 Great Short Stories edited by James Delay and The Scribner of Contemporary Short Fiction.
In celebration of Central 100, join us for a discussion with Stephen Gee! He will be discussing his book Los Angeles Central Library: A History of its Art and Architecture.
Join LAPL's Art Department for a celebration of Andy Beta's newly published Cosmic Music, an in-depth biography of the jazz harpist, singer, composer and spiritual leader, Alice Coltrane.
Learn about the wonders of State and National Parks with author Adalgisa (Gisa) Nico, as well as their importance in preserving natural habitats and wildlife.
Manny Pacheco, author & radio reporter (KNX 1070 am), will discuss his Forgotten History of the Academy Awards from his Forgotten Hollywood book series.
Creativity abounds within the transgender and nonbinary community, especially through the medium of comics and graphic novels. This all-ages event features author talks from celebrated graphic novelists and more.
