Coming Soon: Shakespeare on Film
Mar 16, 2017
Before the Library Foundation closes the curtain on its special celebration of Shakespeare’s lasting legacy and influence on culture today, Lost and Found at the Movies will take a closer […]
RSVP to the Largest Library Party of the Year!
Mar 09, 2017
As the Library Foundation celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, we are throwing the largest Library party of the year to celebrate all things literary. Join us for the 6th Annual Book […]
Spring into Action with ALOUD
Mar 02, 2017
Exchanging ideas, fostering dialogue, and bringing together our community is more important than ever. Spring into action with our upcoming season of ALOUD as a new slate of award-winning authors, […]
Last Call for America’s Shakespeare: The Bard Goes West
Feb 16, 2017
Continuing the yearlong celebration of the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s extraordinary legacy, the Library Foundation of Los Angeles is exploring the timeless impact of the Bard on California culture […]
L.A. Love at The Library Store
Feb 09, 2017
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and we’re declaring our love for Los Angeles at The Library Store this month. With a swoon-worthy selection of gifts made by local […]
Did You Know? 25 Years of Supporting Our Libraries
Jan 25, 2017
In 1986, corporate and community leaders along with thousands of volunteers came together to overcome the devastating arson fires that nearly destroyed the Central Library—the cornerstone of the Los Angeles […]
A Year Full of Favorites
Dec 23, 2016
As more Angelenos depend on the resources and services of the Los Angeles Public Library, the support of our beloved Library continues to grow. With record-breaking participation of kids and […]
Snapshots: A Preview of Visualizing Language
Dec 22, 2016
When colleagues from the Library Foundation of Los Angeles visited Oaxaca City, Mexico in 2015 as part of a Getty Foundation research grant for the forthcoming exhibition Visualizing Language: A […]
Day of the Dead Comes to Life at the Library
Oct 31, 2016
Over the next few days the Los Angeles Public Library is hosting citywide celebrations to honor the traditions of Dia de los Muertos. From crafting sugar skulls to creating community […]
Coming Soon to ALOUD: 50 Years of the Black Panther Party
Oct 06, 2016
Fifty years ago this month, one of the most groundbreaking social movements in American history began with the founding of the Black Panther Party. On the occasion of this anniversary, […]