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    El Sereno Branch Library

    4.2 (15 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Stevo O.

    Did you know you don't have to be a LA City resident to check out books from the LA City Library? Their library system is huge, and the main library is a work of art. This particular library is closest to me, and relatively new. I found out that the library has a new Japanese influenced samurai library card, so rushed over and exchanged cards for $3; not a bad price for a work of art! The area is kind of busy, but enough parking for those that drive. If you wait late enough, food trucks are located along Huntington, but I can't vouch for their taste. If you're in Los Angeles City, be sure to check out this new Dodger Blur Samurai Library card!

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    Great service, great books, great parking, and such a great neighborhood library! Really quiet place and there's great food options nearby!

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    15 years ago

    I love this place.. Easy parking, long checkouts, and free fun..so awesome.

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    10 years ago

    Computer's, and book shelfs are aligned in harmonious positions and spots. The library is always quite.

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    Nice local library nestled off Huntington Drive.

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    Central Library

    Central Library

    4.4(609 reviews)
    5.6 miDowntown

    What a beautiful library! Playing tourists in our own state so we stopped by. Beautiful building…read more Such a large building! We walked around to take a look and they are celebrating years! There was something going on though when we walked in. 3 cops were there kinda guarding the door. Guess that's LA.

    Our visit to the Central Library came about over morning coffee while looking around for a place to…read morepass the time on a beautiful Saturday. After reading the history and significance of this amazing library, along with the glowing reviews and pictures on Yelp, how have we not visited before? We arrived around 1pm. Parking at the library was super easy in the surprisingly clean, multi-level underground space. We were then pleasantly surprised by the AAPI event. We were given cute tote bags with information about the free festival along with fans, notebooks and pencils. There were several activities going on like Lei Making and traditional Japanese dance lessons. We came across a table where we were given a special edition K-pop CD package and information on learning the Korean language. We had a wonderful time! The library itself was simply amazing. Being our first time, our minds were on overload with so much to explore at every turn. I especially enjoyed the Getty Gallery. The architecture is quite the marvel. Even the elevators thoughtfully designed with old index cards were so cool. After walking every floor, we finally settled ourselves at a reading table on -2 where we also discovered the Octavia Lab -- wonderful place! The technology available in this space is just incredible. As others have mentioned, there are many, many homeless people throughout the library. Some sections are overwhelmed with odor that hits you like a brick and it was hard to just breathe. These areas are easy enough to avoid and as one reviewer suggested -- bring hand sanitizer! Now that we have a better understanding of how to navigate this historical library, we'll be keeping an eye on upcoming events or return to just explore more.

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    William Andrews Clark Memorial Library - Library interior

    William Andrews Clark Memorial Library

    4.9(8 reviews)
    9.2 miJefferson Park

    William Andrews Clark Memorial Library, named for one of the most illustrious and impactful Los…read moreAngeles citizens you've never heard of, offers a look into the life and times of a truly special and important Angeleno. William A. Clark Jr. was the founder of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, a fine book collector, and philanthropist who donated this exceptional library to the University of California, Los Angeles. He was also a husband, a father, heir to a large fortune, a lover, and a fan of Oscar Wilde. His romantic partner Harrison Post was a noted transcriber of Oscar Wilde's letters; the library continues to hold significant works by this ground-breaking author. The buildings comprising the library have been beautifully preserved and expanded over the years. The library collection itself is held in temperature controlled areas, with volumes being rotated out for exhibits. Appointments are necessary to see specific volumes. The grounds themselves are open to the public during business hours; however, to see the interior of the library, you must attend a docent-guided tour. Our docent, Bailey, was truly exepctional; humorous, knoweledgable, and patient with all our questions. Please email the library to sign up for a tour. Admission is free. Parking is also free (as we were told, the *only* free parking on the UCLA campus!). Add this to your list if you're interested in Los Angeles, history, queer history, and/or Oscar Wilde. Highest recommendation.

    Yesterday, I went for their annual open house and adopt-a-book fair! This library is stunning,…read morealmost like a museum. I love their ceiling artwork the most. The staff are so friendly and walk you through William Andrew Clark's life, why he wanted the high walls, and what they are working on. I hadn't known they filmed movies here! I'd recommend visiting for people who love community programs, museums, music and art, and for those eager to support their preservation efforts.

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    LA County Library - Culver City Library - I made dis!

    LA County Library - Culver City Library

    3.9(83 reviews)
    14.2 mi

    Came in today to use their scanning machine since mine died. I have to admit I was completely lost…read morewithin the first 5 to 10 minutes-not only on where to find the machine which was right in front of me, but also to actually use it. In addition I had lost my actual LA county library card, so thanks weren't exactly after a great start. Smh The CSA (CUSTOMER SERVICE ALL STAR) of this experience was none other than Mohsen (AKA the "silver haired fox". He was "Johnny to the rescue" in both getting me up and running with a new library ID card and assisting me on my objectives for the day here. Thanks Mohsen, your a credit to the LA County Library system and the Culver City location in particular.

    This place is amazing. I come here for story time with my little one and it's so much fun. The…read morelibrary itself is very clean and the staff here are great. There is so much seating area, tables so you can study and get homework done or just research. They have these cool little rooms if you needed to have a study group or small meetings as well. They do have a bigger auditorium for events or just conferences. Their bathrooms they have to buzz you in just because there are many homeless that tend to hang here. There are also other bathrooms that are kid friendly and you need a key for those. Their kid area is great and lots of fun books and areas for them to study and they also have computers you can check out for homework and fun games. I come here once a week and love it!

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