LA County Library National Library Week

LA County Library is marking National Library Week with six days of free programs at branches across Los Angeles County through Saturday, April 25. (lacountylibrary.org) The county library system said the events run April 20–25, 2026, and include workshops, storytimes, and community programs for children, teens, and adults. The library’s announcement says the week is built around exploration, creativity, and connection. (lacountylibrary.org) National Library Week itself runs April 19–25, 2026 nationwide, according to the American Library Association, which sponsors the annual observance. This year’s theme is “Find Your Joy,” and librarian and “Reading Rainbow” host Mychal Threets is serving as honorary chair. (ala.org) LA County Library is tying its local events to that national campaign, saying branches will offer programs that highlight reading, learning, and self-expression. Its public landing page says residents can also pick up a free bookmark and share what brings them joy. (lacountylibrary.org) The push comes through one of the country’s largest public library systems. LA County Library’s branch locator lists dozens of neighborhood libraries and resource centers across the county, from Avalon to East Los Angeles to Lancaster-area bookmobiles. (lacountylibrary.org) The week’s calendar is spread across individual branches rather than one central festival. The library’s events page shows branch-specific listings, including book sales, arts activities, and family programs scheduled during the week of April 20. (visit.lacountylibrary.org) National Library Week has been observed since 1958, the American Library Association says, making the 2026 campaign part of a decades-long spring promotion for public libraries. The association describes the week as a national effort to spotlight libraries’ role in community life. (ala.org) For Los Angeles County residents, the practical detail is simple: programs are already underway and continue through April 25, with times and branch listings posted on the county library’s website. (lacountylibrary.org)