Coming Soon to ALOUD: Laurie Anderson
Apr 05, 2018
“I think it’s useful to see the world not as things and people but as a series of approaches and options for ways to perceive them. Language is approximate—it is […]
And the Award Goes To… Library Foundation Recognized with 4-Star Rating!
Mar 16, 2018
As Hollywood wraps up a star-studded award season, there’s one more prize that all of Los Angeles can take pride in: for the fourth consecutive year, the Library Foundation of […]
For All Angelenos to See: LAPL Shines a Light on African American Heritage
Feb 22, 2018
African American Heritage Month is underway and to celebrate a special traveling exhibit recently opened at Central Library’s Getty Gallery. For All the World to See: Visual Culture and the […]
The Library Store Loves You Lots
Feb 08, 2018
The Library Store has you sealed with a kiss this Valentine’s season! With gifts, cards, and all types of unique goodies for everyone on your kiss list–from the love of […]
“Visualizing Language: Oaxaca in L.A.” Extended By Popular Demand!
Jan 25, 2018
“I see myself in your work. It reaches my soul and fills it with pride and love for all my people, our people, the people.” “Felicidades! The best of L.A., […]
Shining Light on Civil Rights
Jan 11, 2018
This January, the Los Angeles Public Library is paying tribute to the incredible legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. through special programming across branch libraries from peace-themed craft projects for […]
You Heard Them First at ALOUD: Best Reads of 2017
Dec 14, 2017
‘Tis the time of year when critics, editors, librarians, and book lovers alike compile their favorite reads of the year. Ranging from urgent topics like the environment and politics to […]
A New Catalogue to Commemorate Visualizing Language
Nov 22, 2017
“To recognize an image or likeness of yourself in a poem or mural, to have your existence—your present being—acknowledged, even celebrated, can awaken a pride,” writes Mojave poet and language […]
Giving Thanks for the Los Angeles Public Library
Nov 16, 2017
We are grateful for the free educational and cultural programs of the Los Angeles Public Library every day of the year, but as we approach Thanksgiving there are a few […]
Janet Fitch’s Revolutionary Russia
Nov 09, 2017
“Rocking on the razor-musseled bay, lulled by the sleepy toll of buoy bells, the music of rigging, the eloquent stanzas of the waves, I wait for news from the sea,” […]