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Central Library

Central Library Exterior
Address:
630 W. 5th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Phone:
213-228-7000
Email:
Contact form
Librarian:
Kren Malone, Director
Map for Central Library Branch

Click map for detailed view, directions, and transit info.

Hours of Service

Mon: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Tues: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Weds: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Thurs: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Fri: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sat: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Sun: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Upcoming Events at Central Library
Librarian reads to babies, toddlers, and adults.
Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
Preschool Storytime
Stories, songs, movement, and more for children aged 18 months to 5 years and their parents/caregivers.

For more information, please...
A volunteer walk-in tutor working with a learner.
Every Wednesday at 11 a.m.
Walk-in Tutoring With Norma
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is...
group of adult lerners at desks
Every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.
Writing Skills Class (Intermediate Level) With Chun
This class will teach adult learners writing strategies for everyday use, such as writing emails, letters, and messages. The class will...
Paper collage with inspirational words
Wednesdays at 12 noon
Weekly Art Circle
Take some time for your creative pursuits with fellow art-makers in this virtual studio hour. Please bring whatever creative project you're...
globe next to a rainbow stack of books with text that reads, Armenian for Beginners
Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m.
Armenian for Beginners
Armenian for beginners.
Volunteer teacher helping learner in classroom.
Every Wednesday from 1 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.
English Conversation Class (Intermediate Level) With Norma
Speak English with confidence! Adults will use common words and expressions while working on pronunciation. This class focuses on informal...
a chalk drawing of tina turner
Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m.
Chalk Drawing as Meditation for Teens
Ages 12-19, and their families and friends. Join us for this designing, interactive, and therapeutic experience! You will learn the...
A volunteer walk-in tutor working with a learner.
Every Wednesday at 5 p.m.
Walk-in Tutoring With Dan
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is...
4 hand stiched cactus in pots
November 20, 2024 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Learn to Sew an Eco-friendly Cactus by Hand With Ellen Lumpkin Brown
You'll discover the fun things you can make with just a needle, thread, and simple supplies. You'll stitch a cactus, see buttons created in...
Actress Imajyn Cardinal as Fern stands on a city street dressed for cold weather
November 20, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Virtual Film Discussion: The Saver
Join us for our monthly virtual film discussion. We will be talking about The Saver (2016).
More Events at Central Library


What We're Reading

LAPL Reads: Recommendations | Book Lists | New Books | Catalog

Recent Blog Posts from LAPL Blog
November 18, 2024
Entrevista con el periodista y escritor mexicano José Gil Olmos
By Salvadora Sosa Prieto, Administrative Clerk
José Gil Olmos es un periodista y escritor mexicano destacado, con más de 30 años de experiencia como reportero. Su carrera ha pasado por medios importantes como El Nacional, La Jornada, y la revista... Continued
November 15, 2024
Interview With Cartoonist and Illustrator Medar de la Cruz
By Salvadora Sosa Prieto, Administrative Clerk
Medar de la Cruz is a Dominican-American cartoonist and illustrator born in Miami, Florida. He is currently residing in Brooklyn, New York. Medar graduated with a degree in illustration from... Continued
November 14, 2024
Interview With an Author: Tim Major
By Daryl M., Librarian
Tim Major is a writer and freelance editor from York, UK. His books include Snakeskins, Hope Island, three Sherlock Holmes novels, short story collection And the House Lights Dim and a monograph... Continued
November 13, 2024
Online Learning With Your Library’s e-Resources
By Eileen Ybarra, Librarian III
As a Los Angeles public library card holder, you have access to online learning resources, including classes and tutorials, to further your educational goals. Gaining new vocational skills or... Continued

All Posts from LAPL Blog

Meeting Rooms

The Literature & Fiction (Upper Level 3) and Business Department (Lower Level 1) have glass-enclosed meeting rooms available for use.

Guidelines

  • Meeting Room hours
    Monday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
    Friday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    Sunday: 1 - 4:30 p.m.
  • Sign ups on the hour or half hour
  • Must have a valid library card
  • Reservations must be made in person, day of and up to one day in advance
  • Two hours per floor per patron
  • Water allowed. No food or drink
  • Three or more people required for large (6 chair) rooms
  • Furniture and chairs must not be moved
  • Dry erase markers and erasers available upon request
  • All library rules apply: Patrons in violation of library rules may be refused service.

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