Skip to main content
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Parents sitting in chairs with babies on their laps

Registration now closed

New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services

In-Person Program
2025-04-16 16:00:00 2025-04-16 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services New parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your new baby and learn about all the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new parents/families in the community. West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

Wednesday, April 16
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-16 16:00:00 2025-04-16 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services New parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your new baby and learn about all the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new parents/families in the community. West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room

West Hollywood Library

Meeting Room

New parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your new baby and learn about all the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new parents/families in the community.

Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party, including kids. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees.

Program and materials provided in collaboration with DMH and MHSA.

Department of Mental Health LogoMHSA Prop 63 Logo

AGE GROUP: | Babies | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Parenting & Caregiving | Education & Literacy |

TAGS: | Workshop |

West Hollywood Library
Phone: 310.652.5340
Hours
Skip Open Hours widget
Mon, Jul 13 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 14 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 15 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 16 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 19 1:00PM to 5:00PM
previous
this week
next
About the branch

West Hollywood Library began service to the area (then unincorporated ) in 1913. The library was previously located at Sherman School, a cottage on Clark Street, a building on Westbourne Drive, and a building near the present site. The Library has an active Friends of the Library group.

The new library was dedicated October 1, 2011.

Upcoming events

Skip Upcoming events widget
Play & Explore - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 14, 11:15am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for a session of play, curiosity, and creativity with infant toys, art supplies, puppets, and more! For ages 0 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Soccer Watch Party: Semifinals Match 1 (teams TBD) - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 14, 11:45am - 3:00pm
Children's Theater
Join your neighbors for a fun, family-friendly live soccer watch party! For all ages. Children under 12 years must be accompanied by a supervising adult.
Bookmark Pals - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Theater
Join us as we explore the countries playing in the FIFA World Cup and create a bookmark inspired by the host countries’ mascots. For kids ages 5 - 12.
Get It Done Club: A Body Doubling Work Session - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Join us with your to-do list—paying bills, sorting through digital files, writing thank-you cards, organizing photos—and work alongside others in a relaxed, distraction-light space designed to help you focus and follow through. For adults.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 15, 11:15am - 11:35am
Meeting Room
Reading books and singing songs help develop babies' print awareness, reading skills, and fine motor skills. Join us for a session of stories, fingerplays, and more! For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.
Soccer Watch Party: Semifinals Match 2 (teams TBD) - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 15, 11:45am - 3:00pm
Children's Theater
Join your neighbors for a fun, family-friendly live soccer watch party! For all ages. Children under 12 years must be accompanied by a supervising adult.
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 15, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
We've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan). For all ages.
Basic Drop-In Tech Help - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Got a tech question? We’ve got you covered! Stop by our Drop-In Tech Help sessions for basic one-on-one assistance with your devices and digital questions, with no appointment needed. For adults.
Brain Games - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Keep your brain fresh with engaging games like Qwirkle, Qwix, Kingdomino, and more! Games are provided by the Friends of the West Hollywood Library. Especially for adults 55 and up.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Theater
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
ESL Conversation Circle - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.
Soccer Watch Party: 3rd Place Match (teams TBD) - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 18, 1:45pm - 5:00pm
Children's Theater
Join your neighbors for a fun, family-friendly live soccer watch party! For all ages. Children under 12 years must be accompanied by a supervising adult.
Card Games Saturday - In-Person Program
Sat, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Do you like to play card games? If so, the West Hollywood Library is looking for people like you! Whether it be Cribbage, Bridge, or even Go Fish, we'll provide everything you need to play with friends!   For Adults Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
BYO Book Club - In-Person Program
Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
The BYO Book Club meets on the third Monday of the month and invites readers to gather for community without required reading. For adults.
Build a Claw Machine - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Theater
Learn about the history of the claw machine and design your own as you explore concepts of engineering. For kids ages 5 – 12.
Cancelled
RPG Dungeon Boss Maker - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Do you play any popular tabletop role playing games? If so, join our RPG Dungeon Boss Maker program! We'll create stats, lore, and a design for a "boss monster" to run in your own games each month! We'll even provide a free, 3D printed miniature!
Baby & Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 22, 11:15am - 11:35am
Meeting Room
Reading books and singing songs help develop babies' print awareness, reading skills, and fine motor skills. Join us for a session of stories, fingerplays, and more! For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
We've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan). For all ages.
Teen Advisory Board - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Study Room
Are you a teen interested in making a difference in your library and community? Join the Teen Advisory Board! For ages 13 - 17. Teen Study Room.
Basic Drop-In Tech Help - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Got a tech question? We’ve got you covered! Stop by our Drop-In Tech Help sessions for basic one-on-one assistance with your devices and digital questions, with no appointment needed. For adults.
Adult Art Program - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Join us for this month's adult art program where we'll be making our own collages! We'll provide all materials in advance. No artistic skills or experience necessary!   For Adults Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Theater
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
ESL Conversation Circle - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.
Speculative Fiction Book Club - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Are you a fan of science fiction or fantasy? If so, you should join our Speculative Fiction Book Club!  For this month's meeting, we'll be reading "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams. 
Animals and Plants of the Desert - In-Person Program
Tue, Jul 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Theater
National parks are popular summer destinations. But not all parks are forests; some are deserts with unique wildlife! Learn about life in the desert by playing a memory game and exploring library resources about animals and plants. For ages 5 - 12.
LGBTQ+ Book Club Discussing The True True Story of Raja the Gullible by Rabih Alameddine - In-Person and Virtual Program
Tue, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join the LGBTQ+ Book Club for a hybrid (in-person and online) discussion of The True True Story of Raja the Gullible (and His Mother) by Rabih Alameddine. For adults.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 29, 11:15am - 11:35am
Meeting Room
Reading books and singing songs help develop babies' print awareness, reading skills, and fine motor skills. Join us for a session of stories, fingerplays, and more! For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 29, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
We've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan). For all ages.
Mad Science: Fire and Ice - In-Person Program
Wed, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 3:55pm
Meeting Room
Experience a fun science show where we will learn about fire and combustion and see a dry ice demonstration!  For children.
Yoga for Toddlers - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun yoga session with instructor Petra Poschmann! Parents and toddlers will practice basic yoga poses inspired by nature and animals. For ages 0 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Basic Drop-In Tech Help - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Got a tech question? We’ve got you covered! Stop by our Drop-In Tech Help sessions for basic one-on-one assistance with your devices and digital questions, with no appointment needed. For adults.
Yoga at the Library - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Join certified instructor Petra Poschmann for a relaxing and restorative yoga session at the library. For adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Theater
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
ESL Conversation Circle - In-Person Program
Fri, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.
Writers Supporting Writers - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Looking for a place to connect with fellow writers and grow your craft? Join Writers Supporting Writers! For adults.
Comedy Writing Workshop: Stand-Up Comedy 4 Self-Empowerment, Week 1 of 5 - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
In this five-class workshop, writer and comedian Christian Cintron will teach you the secrets of joke writing and comedy performance and how to use those to stand up for yourself, speak your truth, and rewrite your story. For adults.
Ooh-La-La Face Painting - In-Person Program
Tue, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children's Theater
Celebrate the completion of our Summer Discovery Program with face painting, music, and games! Tell us about all the books you read and all the activities you completed! There is still time to register and participate. For children of all ages.
Women and Books Discussing Finding Me by Viola Davis - In-Person and Virtual Program
Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join the book club for a hybrid (in-person and online) discussion of Finding Me by Viola Davis. For adults.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 05, 11:15am - 11:35am
Children's Theater
Reading books and singing songs help develop babies' print awareness, reading skills, and fine motor skills. Join us for a session of stories, fingerplays, and more! For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 05, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
We've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan). For all ages.
Basic Drop-In Tech Help - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Got a tech question? We’ve got you covered! Stop by our Basic Drop-In Tech Help sessions for basic one-on-one assistance with your devices and digital questions, with no appointment needed. For adults.
Brain Games - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Keep your brain fresh with engaging games like Qwirkle, Qwix, Kingdomino, and more! Games are provided by the Friends of the West Hollywood Library. Especially for adults 55 and up.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Theater
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
3D Fabric Art - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join art instructor Claudia Hindu in creating a wonderful piece of art using acrylic paints and fabric. For adults.
ESL Conversation Circle - In-Person Program
Fri, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us for conversation circle. We will meet to practice conversational English in a fun, informal, and supportive environment. For adults.
Lifestyles of the Slimy & Squishy - In-Person Program
Fri, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn about the amazing life of the sea star and how it survives in the ocean. Experience marine life up-close with The Blue Submarine’s live tidepool animals, including sea stars, urchins, sea slugs, hermit crabs, and more! For families.
Drag Story Hour - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun drag storytime with Odious Ari reading stories that promote diversity and inclusion! Co-sponsored by the City of West Hollywood through WeHo Arts. For children of all ages.
Comedy Writing Workshop: Stand-Up Comedy 4 Self-Empowerment, Week 2 of 5 - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
In this five-class workshop, writer and comedian Christian Cintron will teach you the secrets of joke writing and comedy performance and how to use those to stand up for yourself, speak your truth, and rewrite your story. For adults.
Movie Monday: Hotel Artemis (2018) - In-Person Program
Mon, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of the 2018 film Hotel Artemis, starring Jodie Foster and directed by Drew Pearce. Rated R. For adults.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 12, 11:15am - 11:35am
Meeting Room
Reading books and singing songs help develop babies' print awareness, reading skills, and fine motor skills. Join us for a session of stories, fingerplays, and more! For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Aug 12, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
We've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan). For all ages.
Play & Explore - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for a session of play, curiosity, and creativity with infant toys, art supplies, puppets, and more! For ages 0 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Basic Drop-In Tech Help - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Got a tech question? We’ve got you covered! Stop by our Basic Drop-In Tech Help sessions for basic one-on-one assistance with your devices and digital questions, with no appointment needed. For adults.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Theater
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
Teen Designer Toy Maker Club - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Study Room
Curious about the world of designer toys? This is a great way to learn the trade; we’ll brainstorm our own toy design, sculpt it, and then have it 3D printed for your collection. We’ll design and receive a new toy each month! For teens age 13 – 17.
See all events