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Writers Supporting Writers

In-Person Program
2025-12-06 12:00:00 2025-12-06 13:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Writers Supporting Writers Looking for a place to connect with fellow writers and grow your craft? Join Writers Supporting Writers! For adults. West Hollywood Library - Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Saturday, December 06
12:00pm - 1:00pm

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West Hollywood Library

Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room

Looking for a place to connect with fellow writers and grow your craft? Join Writers Supporting Writers! For adults.

Writers Supporting Writers is a monthly library writing group that meets on the first Saturday of every month for writing exercises, thoughtful discussions of attendees’ works in progress, and engaging analysis of published works. We offer an inclusive and supportive environment for writers of every background and experience level to create, share, and grow.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

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West Hollywood Library
Phone: 310.652.5340
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Wed, Aug 26 11:00AM to 7:00PM
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Fri, Aug 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 30 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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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

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Basic Drop-In Tech Help - In-Person Program
Thu, Aug 27, 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.
Speculative Fiction Book Club - in-Person Program
Fri, Aug 28, 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! We'll supply copies of the book a month in advance, meet every month, and dive deep into discussion about the reading! For adults.
Comedy Writing Workshop: Stand-Up Comedy 4 Self-Empowerment, Week 5 of 5 - In-Person Program
Sat, Aug 29, 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.
Activity Hour for Kids: Clay Fossils - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Theater
Fossils are evidence that ancient animals and plants existed. We know about dinosaurs through fossils. Learn about dinosaurs and other ancient animals and plants, then make your own fossil with clay. Recommended for kids ages 6 -12.
Women and Books Discussing Go Gentle by Maria Semple - In-Person and Virtual Program
Tue, Sep 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join the book club for a hybrid (in-person and online) discussion of Go Gentle by Maria Semple. For adults.
Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl Strip Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 02, 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, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 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.
Open Mic - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Step up to the mic and share your voice! Our quarterly Open Mic Night invites stand-up comedians, poets, storytellers, and other spoken or written word artists to perform in a welcoming, creative space. For adults.
Fall in Love with Poetry! Week 1 of 4 - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 05, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a poetry workshop with former West Hollywood City Poet Laureate Kim Dower. For adults.
This event is full
Writers Supporting Writers - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 05, 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.
Teen Art Station - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Study Room
Join us for a stress-free, no-pressure art session where you can draw, paint, and craft. We’ll even provide all the supplies! For teens, ages 13 - 17. Teen Study Room.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 09, 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, Sep 09, 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, Sep 10, 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, Sep 10, 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, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
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.
Adult 101: Personal Well-being - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Study Room
Feeling all mixed-up? Overwhelmed with feelings? It's totally natural. Come by the library and learn about mindfulness and why your mind matters. Afterwards, create an art box that is your personal "sunshine in your pocket". For teens ages, 13 - 17.
ESL Conversation Circle - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 11, 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.
Fall in Love with Poetry! Week 2 of 4 - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 12, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a poetry workshop with former West Hollywood City Poet Laureate Kim Dower. For adults.
This event is full
Movie Monday: Inspector Ike (2020) - In-Person Program
Mon, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a screening of the 2020 film Inspector Ike, starring Ikechukwu Ufomadu and directed by Graham Mason. Not rated. For adults.
Activity Hour for Kids: Chilean Arpilleras - In-Person Program
Tue, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Theater
Arpilleras are tapestries that Chilean women made to protest their government. Learn more about how are arpilleras were made and about the history of Chile. Then make your own fabric arpillera about a topic that is important to you. For ages 6 - 12.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 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.
Aging Like a Pro: Eleven Essentials of Healthy Aging - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Aging Like a Pro is a healthy aging five-part series that focuses on offering information for healthy aging and brain health. Lunch will be provided at each session. For older adults.
Basic Drop-In Tech Help - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg 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, Sep 17, 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, Sep 18, 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.
Fall in Love with Poetry! Week 3 of 4 - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a poetry workshop with former West Hollywood City Poet Laureate Kim Dower. For adults.
This event is full
From Draft to Book: Shaping a Manuscript - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Do you have a novel, memoir, poetry collection, essay collection, or other book-length project but aren’t sure how it becomes a book? Join award-winning writer José Enrique Medina for an all-genre workshop on shaping a manuscript. For adults.
Card Games Saturday - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 19, 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.
Death Cafe - In-Person Program
Mon, Sep 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for an informal, respectful conversation about death and dying. For adults.
BYO Book Club - In-Person Program
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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.
Yoga for Toddlers - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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.
Yoga at the Library - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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.
Adult Art Program - In-Person Program
Thu, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room
Join us for this month's adult art program where we'll be making our own block prints! We'll provide all materials in advance. No artistic skills or experience necessary! For adults. Ruth Bader Ginsburg Room.
ESL Conversation Circle - In-Person Program
Fri, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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! We'll supply copies of the book a month in advance, meet every month, and dive deep into discussion about the reading! For adults.
Fall in Love with Poetry! Week 4 of 4 - In-Person Program
Sat, Sep 26, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a poetry workshop with former West Hollywood City Poet Laureate Kim Dower. For adults.
This event is full
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