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Washington Irving Branch - Los Angeles Public Library

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The Washington Irving Branch Library of the Los Angeles Public Library has a legacy of community involvement beginning with the West Washington Improvement Association’s initiative in 1922 to establish the branch library. The Board of Library Commissioners responded positively to the Initiative and took action to purchase property at the 1803 S. On December 13, 1926, the 4000 square foot library o

pened to the public for the first time. The branch was named for the 19th Century author of “Rip Van Winkle.”

By 1988, the building was no longer adequate to serve its growing population and the need to build a larger facility was evident. In 1989, the passage of Proposition 1, a Library Bond Measure, gave the Commission the funding to start the process to build a new branch. In, 1990, the Commission selected a site at the corner of Washington Boulevard and Bronson Avenue for the new library. A groundbreaking ceremony took place on August 9, 1997. The new state-of-the-art building, designed by Fields Devereaux Architects & Engineers, includes 12, 269 square feet, triple the space of the previous building. The Library features special areas for children and teens and an outdoor reading area. A multipurpose meeting room has been named to honor the memory of long-time community activists and public library supporter, Jesse Mae Beavers. The new library’s African American history collection is named to honor Miriam Matthews, the first African American librarian in the City of Los Angeles. The branch is complemented by Elliot Pickney’s elaborated art component featuring a sculpture titled the “Book of Discovery,” a medallion titled the “Circle of knowledge,” and panels depicting various literacy symbols.

01/27/2026

Whether you're creating a resume for the first time or preparing to change jobs and want to refresh your interviewing skills, this series of workshops will support your preparation for the job hunt ahead. Week 1 and Week 2 will reinforce your Résume Writing Skills, while Week 3 will help you prepare a Cover Letter Template that will support your job applications, and Week 4 covers Interview Preparation.

Join us for one session or all four workshop sessions and be ready to land your next job!- Thursday 4pm : Beginning January 29th

Luis Antonio Pichardo, the Founder and Executive Director of DSTL Arts, has been supporting job seekers across various industries, including artists and writers, for nearly 20 years, using an approach focused on knowing your skills and what you have to offer your future employers.

For ADA accommodations, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.

Para ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento.

01/22/2026

Please join us at 1:30 p.m. for a winter-themed paint program for kids! ❄️🎨

In this guided winter painting workshop, kids of all skill levels will follow the instructor step by step to create a cheerful snowman on canvas. The class introduces basic acrylic painting techniques, brush control, and material use—while providing a fun, relaxed, and creative experience just for kids.
For ADA accommodations, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.

Para ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento.

08/20/2025

Welcome back! We're here to help you with your school assignments: Homework Help for Students in Grades K-12
Washington Irving 3pm t 6pm

Student Zones are after-school homework centers in the library for grades K-12 that provide:

A quiet, safe place to study
Reserved computers and laptops
Free basic school supplies and free printing
Guidance from trained Student Zone helpers who assist students with homework and technology
Libraries With Student Zones

05/14/2025

Celebrate the diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities in Los Angeles at AAPI Joy, a free festival for all ages Saturday, May 17, 2025 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Central Library. Explore the City’s rich AAPI heritage and join us in forging a shared future of acceptance, cooperation and inspiration with the greater Los Angeles community.

04/11/2025

The City of STEM + LA Maker Faire returns on April 12, 2025! Saturday, April 12, 2025.. Join us at Exposition Park (9am-4pm) for a free, all-ages celebration of creativity, science, and tech. Explore over 200 exhibitors, hands-on activities, workshops, and cool demos! Enjoy food trucks, live music, and celebrity appearances. Don’t miss it! Here's the link:
https://lapl.org/whats-on/events/los-angeles-maker-faire-city-stem

03/27/2025

Join us on April 19th at 1:00 PM at the Washington Irving Branch for Bagpipes & Scottish Culture with John McLean Allan. Experience the history of the bagpipes and their cultural impact on Scotland as John performs, teaches a jig and reel, and highlights "Amazing Grace".

This interactive program is perfect for children and adults, featuring audience participation and a traditional Scottish dance demo!

03/07/2025

The UCLA Mobile Health Clinic will provide free on-site community health care and screenings on March 24th@1:00 p.m.. No insurance or identification is required.

Services include:

Wound care and immediate treatment
Health and mental well-being screenings
Vaccinations
Referrals for housing and social services
Email [email protected] for more information.

For ADA accommodations, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.

Para ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento.

02/13/2025

Saturday, March 01, 2025
Time: 12 noon

sábado, 1 de marzo de 2025
Tiempo: 12 del mediodía

Join us for a bilingual English/Spanish discussion of The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros, this year's Big Read selection for 2025.

The House on Mango Street is a collection of short pieces narrated from the perspective of Esperanza, a young Latina girl. As she grows up, Esperanza describes the people who come in and out of her life on Mango Street. Copies will be available in the branch while supplies last.

Acompáñenos al club de lectura bilingüe en inglés y español sobre el libro La casa en Mango Street, de Sandra Cisneros, seleccionado para la Gran Lectura de este año.

The House on Mango Street es una colección de breves relatos narrados desde la perspectiva de Esperanza, una joven latina que, a medida que crece, describe a las personas que entran y salen de su vida en la calle Mango Street. Tenemos copias del libro disponibles en la sucursal hasta agotar existencias.

For ADA accommodations, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.

Para ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento.

01/31/2025

Join us Saturday February 8 for a Vocal Coaching program. Discover your signature voice through hands-on vocal exercises and vocal scales provided by Dorothy Pincus.
- Find your signature voice
- Learn vocal-tuning techniques
- Learn how to breath correctly

For ADA accommodations, please call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.

01/07/2025

Join us tomorrow Wednesday, January 08, 2025, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Covered CA program facilitators will go over how the Covered CA insurance marketplace works. Covered CA eligibility, financial support and steps to enroll will also be discussed.

For ADA accommodations, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.

Para ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento.

01/04/2025

Join the Winter Reading Challenge and Live Laugh Library!

January 2, 2025 - February 28, 2025
"What better way to enjoy your winter than by taking on a reading challenge? Read for ten hours and earn a chance to win a gift card from The Library Store in our drawing!
How do you play?
https://lapl.beanstack.org/reader365
Register and track your progress online or on the Beanstack Tracker App, or pick up a game board at any Los Angeles Public Library location.

Read for 15 minutes and then color in a circle.
When all the circles are colored in, the challenge is complete!

01/02/2025

Wednesday, January 08, 2025
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Covered CA program facilitators will go over how the Covered CA insurance marketplace works. Covered CA eligibility, financial support and steps to enroll will also be discussed.

For ADA accommodations, call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to the event.

Para ajustes razonables según la ley de ADA, llama al (213) 228-7430 al menos 72 horas antes del evento.

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Tuesday	12pm - 8pm
Wednesday	10am - 8pm
Thursday	12pm - 8pm
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