Happy 100th Birthday to John Cage
Sep 05, 2012
How will you celebrate John Cage’s 100th birthday today? If you are in Washington D.C. you can attend the John Cage Centennial Celebration. If you are in Seattle you can […]
Welcome John Szabo, New City Librarian
Aug 27, 2012
After an extensive national search, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa has appointed John Szabo to the top post of the Los Angeles Public Library. The Los Angeles Public Library serves the largest […]
ALOUD and LAPL Among Favorite Local Literary Spots
Aug 23, 2012
Even if you are already one who hits the Los Angeles literary pavement, you might learn something new with this great post over at Ploughshares that covers the who, what, […]
Children and Teen Read Through the Summer at the LAPL
Aug 22, 2012
In 1930, the Los Angeles Public Library’s summer reading program was conceived as a way to encourage children—not tied to farm work—to continue reading during their summer vacation. Today, although […]
Bookmark This! Meet Our New Reading Community
Aug 20, 2012
I am excited to launch Bookmark This!, the Library Foundation of Los Angeles’ recommended reading program. Each month, we will present you with a list of books, stories, or poems […]
Measure L on the Up-Swing!
Aug 15, 2012
We loved this piece at OnCentral on how Measure L is helping Los Angeles Public Libraries return to their full glory. Check it out: ‘Second home’: South LA library’s offerings […]
Love Your Librarian
Aug 15, 2012
We here at The Library Store definitely have some love for our librarians. Their knowledge and zest for what they do is an inspiration! This is why we were so excited […]
Newer Poets Primer: Part Three with Suzanne Lummis
Jul 24, 2012
Tonight, July 24 at ALOUD, the 17th edition of the annual newer poets program comes to the stage with six of Los Angeles’ freshest voices. There’s still time to reserve […]
Newer Poets Primer: Part Two with Eloise Klein Healy
Jul 20, 2012
Next Tuesday, July 24 at ALOUD, the 17th edition of the annual newer poets program comes to the stage with six of Los Angeles’ freshest voices. Click here to reserve […]
Newer Poets Primer: Part One with Gail Wronsky
Jul 19, 2012
Next Tuesday, July 24 at ALOUD, the 17th edition of the annual newer poets program comes to the stage with six of Los Angeles’ freshest voices. Reserve your free ticket […]