The Book Arts Collection, part of Los Angeles Public Library Special Collections, holds over 900 items including fine press publications, broadsides and artists’ books like Tia Blassingame’s. The materials feature many bookbinding structures and printmaking techniques, endlessly adapted to the maker’s personal expression. See them for yourself by making an appointment on our website: https://lnkd.in/g9yWNiqA
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The Los Angeles Public Library provides free and easy access to information, ideas, books and technology that enrich, educate and empower every individual in our city's diverse communities. The Los Angeles Public Library serves the largest and most diverse population in the U.S. through its Central Library, 72 branches, electronic resources at www.lapl.org and programs for all ages. It is a department of the City of Los Angeles and is governed by the Board of Library Commissioners, which sets policies and is a strong library advocate with the public and elected officials.
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Andy Crocker's Bureau of Nooks and Crannies is a new exploration-focused, play-inspired experience found inside the Lincoln Heights branch of the Los Angeles Public Library system. It is but one of many, as the Bureau of Nooks and Crannies soon will be found in libraries in Atwater Village, Baldwin Hills, Chatsworth, Pacoima and Vernon, each location home to a different game-like endeavor designed to get guests to view their local libraries — and the world outside of them — a little more imaginatively. Read more about this experience on L.A. Times: http://lapl.me/mp8LxPH Meet our Creators at the Creators in Residence Showcase this weekend at Central Library! 📅 August 11, 2024 ⏰ 2:00pm 📍 Central Library - Mark Taper Auditorium 🔗 http://lapl.me/1dlPUcj
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On view for the first time in 25 years, the 65 foot long mural on canvas Hacia Al Norte (1991) captures the spirit of immigrant stories of Angelenos from Latin America, Asia, and Europe. Spanish galleons cross the ocean, Mexico City’s Zócalo buzzes with traffic, Mayan temples rise from the jungle of the Yucatan, and a boy learns to use chopsticks from a new friend. Artists David Botello, Wayne Healy, and Rich Raya capture the richness of our community, a city shaped by events near and far. See the mural for yourself in Central Library’s Getty Gallery now through July 28, 2024.
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You’re never too old and it’s never too late to get your High School Diploma! Your high school diploma opens the door to opportunities for higher education, a better job or promotion, increased self-confidence, and higher pay. Learn more about Career Online High School at www.lapl.org/diploma
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On view for the first time in 25 years, the 65 foot long mural on canvas Hacia Al Norte (1991) captures the spirit of immigrant stories of Angelenos from Latin America, Asia, and Europe. Artists David Botello, Wayne Healy, and Rich Raya capture the richness of our community, a city shaped by events near and far. The last day to view is July 28, 2024 at Central Library. Learn more on our website: https://lnkd.in/g73inn26
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Rebecca Castillo was looking for a third place and found community volunteering at the library. Learn more about volunteer opportunities by visiting lapl.org/volunteer
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Last week the Los Angeles Public Library had the honor of hosting the Career Online High School Graduation ceremony. Congrats to the Spring Class of 2024! 🎓 To learn more about the Career Online High School program, visit lapl.org/cohs
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Going behind the scenes on our Wall Map Digitization, Description, and Digital Access Project. The effort involved many staff members in multiple departments and was made possible through the generous grants provided by the Haynes Foundation. Explore the collection at tessa.lapl.org