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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
globe with a stack of rainbow books
Mondays at 12:30 p.m.
Italian Conversation Group
Are you learning Italian but need practice speaking the language? Join us for a relaxed and informal group conversation via Zoom.
chalk drawing of Tina Turner
May 6, 2024 4:30 PM
Chalk Drawing as Meditation for Teens
Hello Teens! Come join us for this designing, interactive, and therapeutic experience! You will learn the strategies of chalk drawing to...
a chess game being played on a wooden table, a chess piece being moved
Mondays at 5:30 p.m.
Monday Night Chess
Join us for a casual game of chess, all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces provided. No registration is needed.
A tutor with a learner reviewing a book
Every Tuesday at 11 a.m.
Walk-in Tutoring With Mark
Would you like to improve your reading, writing, or conversation skills? Adults can work with a tutor for 20 minutes. Walk-in tutoring is...
a young African-American man smiling sitting on a couch, looking down at a laptop that's on a small table, with headphones on
Tuesdays from 12 noon - 1 p.m.
Tech TryOut Cart
Did you know that the Los Angeles Public Library lends e-books, audiobooks, movies, music, magazines, newspapers, comic books, and more to...
a stack of books
Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m.
Club de Lectura
This is an Advanced Spanish Reading Group where we read and discuss short stories, poems, and articles to help expand your vocabulary and...
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 11:00 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 at 11:30 a.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...
More Events at Central Library


What We're Reading

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

Recent Blog Posts from LAPL Blog
May 14, 2024
The Book in Your Hand Talks!
By Llyr Heller, Librarian
There’s a collection at the Los Angeles Public Library we’d like to introduce you to, Vox talking books! If you’ve ever hunted for an audiobook to try to match a book or if your child has maxed out... Continued
May 03, 2024
Embracing Mental Health Awareness Month
By Salvadora Sosa Prieto, Administrative Clerk
As Mental Health Awareness Month unfolds, it's a poignant reminder of the significance of mental health in our lives. In a world where the stigma surrounding mental health issues often shrouds... Continued
May 03, 2024
El camino del zen
By Salvadora Sosa Prieto, Administrative Clerk
En este Mes de Concientización sobre la Salud Mental, tomémonos un tiempo para concientizarnos sobre la importancia de la salud mental en nuestras vidas. En un mundo donde el estigma que rodea a los... Continued
May 02, 2024
Looking at Art: William Blake, Kelmscott Press, Doves Press
By Art Department
In continuing the exploration of the history of the book through the holdings of Los Angeles Public Library’s Special Collections, this installment will cover three notable publishers of books:... 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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