Feminist philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart’s book, The Conjuring of America tells the stories of Negro Mammies of slavery; the Voodoo Queens and Blues Women of Reconstruction; and the Granny Midwives and textile weavers of the Jim Crow era.

Struggling to share your experience without rambling or underselling yourself? Login to learn a simple framework for telling your story, handle career changes or gaps, and communicate your value in interviews and networking conversations. For adults.

Join LA County Librarian and Director, Dr. Skye Patrick, in conversation with scientist and author Dr. Beronda Montgomery to discuss When Trees Testify: Science, Wisdom, History, and America’s Black Botanical Legacy.

Join us and learn from family historian & professional genealogist, Charlotte Bocage as she  provides a wealth of resources & strategies necessary to assist in researching your family history. For 18+.

Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch a veteran of almost 45 years, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting legacies in his book Smithson’s Gamble.

Take your spreadsheet skills to the next level! Follow along as we delve into useful functions on our way to creating an attractive and information-rich dashboard. For adults.

Learn about cybersecurity awareness and how to protect yourself from scammers in the digital world. For adult ages 18 – 25.

Join us to discuss Red Clay by Charles B. Fancher. In 1943, Adelaide Parker shows up in Red Clay, Alabama seeking answers from a family with whom she shares a name & a history that neither knows in full. Please attend via Zoom. For ages 18 +

Join us in conversation with bestselling author and humorist Michael Perry, whose collection of genre-spanning works encapsulates the experiences–and the magic–of rural town communities and the everyday people who reside in them.

Lack of PowerPoint knowledge holding you back? In this approachable class, we'll get you started by teaching you to make a photo slideshow, create a short informational presentation, and build a deck of flash cards for studying. For adults.

Slide into PowerPoint mastery with our combination of public speaking tips and tutorial on some deeper features of the world's most popular presentation software. For adults.

Are you a new parent? Please join us at a special virtual program designed just for you! Learn all about the great programs and services LA County Library offers. For adults.

Join our virtual conversation with author Kate Quinn about her latest fantastical work, The Astral Library, which poses the question: Have you ever wished you could live inside a book?

Confrontation can be challenging! Join us and learn practical tips for communicating your needs whether you're at a restaurant or cell phone shop. For adults.

Join a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal, that exposes the country’s failed response to the opioid crisis.

Struggling to make sense of the latest political headlines? Join us for an informative, non-partisan crash course that will help you understand how your government works. For adults.