Westwood Branch - Los Angeles Public Library

09/24/2026

The French Conversation Group will meet in the library tomorrow, Friday, September 25th, at 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Come practice your language skills with other French speakers! This group has no instructor, and the conversation is free-flowing.

09/24/2026

The Mystery Book Club will meet in the library this Saturday, September 26th, at 11:00 a.m.

We will discuss "The IT Girl" by Ruth Ware.

09/24/2026

Join us in the library for Beginning Chess this Saturday, September 26th, at 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Chess expert Brian Glover will introduce the classic game of strategy and tactics. All ages are welcome!

Parking is validated, no reservation required.

09/22/2026

Join us in the library this Thursday, September 24th, at 1:00-2:30 p.m. for “Saved by a Story”, a writing group for seniors.

Come enjoy creativity and community in a nonjudgmental environment. Discover the bounty of stories that lies within!

Parking is validated, no reservation necessary.

09/17/2026

At the Westwood Library this Saturday, September 19th, at 2:00-4:00 p.m., don’t miss author and podcast host Zibby Owens in conversation with psychotherapist, columnist, and author Lori Gottlieb. Together they will explore Owens’ new memoir "Between Chapters", discussing a decade of reinvention, relationships, and unexpected new beginnings, all with plenty of humor.

After the conversation, stay for a book signing and reception hosted by the Friends of Westwood Library.

Parking is validated. Please register at this link:

Zibby Owens: Between Chapters in conversation with Lori Gottlieb %

09/17/2026

The Book Club will meet in the library this Saturday, September 19th, at 11:00 a.m.

We will discuss "The Jungle" by Upton Sinclair.

09/12/2026

Join us on Zoom this Monday, September 14th, at 6:00 p.m. for Meditation: The Anxiety Antidote.

When you feel overwhelmed, you want to slow down and calm your mind. Doug Frankel will introduce a powerful technique to connect you to a place of happiness and peace within.

To receive a Zoom link, please contact [email protected]

09/09/2026

The French Conversation Group will meet on Zoom this Friday, September 11th, at 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Come practice your language skills with other French speakers! This group has no instructor, and the conversation is free-flowing.

To receive a Zoom link, please contact [email protected]

08/27/2026

Join us in the library this Saturday, August 29th, at 2:00-4:00 p.m. for a special reading presented by the Alliance of Los Angeles Playwrights, supported by the Friends of Westwood Library.

The following plays will be read:

"Happy Birthday, Little Grace" by Grant Gottschall
"Two Art Critics" by Alan Freeman
"Abraham Lincoln’s Dog" by Madge Storm Beletsky
"A Good Day to Attack" by Rom Watson
"Where’s Fannie?" by Mary Crescenzo
"Unspoken" by Sarah Hunter

There will be a discussion and light refreshments afterward.

Material is best suited for ages 13+.

Parking is validated.

08/26/2026

The French Conversation Group will meet in the library this Friday, August 28th, at 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Come practice your language skills with other French speakers! This group has no instructor, and the conversation is free-flowing.

Parking is validated, no registration required.