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LA County Library Hosts Special Celebration for One Book, One County on July 27 with LA Public Library

LA County Library Hosts Special Celebration for One Book, One County on July 27 with LA Public Library

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July 24, 2024

LA County Library Hosts Special Celebration for One Book, One County on July 27 with LA Public Library

Celebrating Community Connection and the Power of Storytelling at Gloria Molina Grand Park

One Book One County Author Talk & Celebration

LA County Library, in collaboration with Los Angeles Public Library, announces a special closing celebration event for One Book, One County on July 27, 2024, at Gloria Molina Grand Park in Downtown Los Angeles from 5 – 7 pm. This event marks the conclusion of a two-month-long community reading initiative. The program has brought together 9.8 million residents of Los Angeles County to read and discuss “L.A. Weather” by María Amparo Escandón.

“We are thrilled to celebrate the conclusion of One Book, One County with this special event,” said Skye Patrick, CEO of LA County Library. “This program has highlighted the unifying power of books and stories in our diverse community, and we look forward to continuing this journey of shared experience and understanding.”

“This groundbreaking collaboration with 18 library systems across Southern California emphasizes the power of connected libraries fostering connected communities,” said City Librarian John F. Szabo, Los Angeles Public Library. “With L.A. Weather being the most read ‘Summer with the Library’ book, we are pleased that the selection resonated with so many Angelenos.”

The festivity will feature an exclusive author talk with María Amparo Escandón, providing attendees the opportunity to engage directly with the author of the New York Times bestseller. Escandón’s novel, published in 2022, explores the trials and triumphs of the Alvarado family in Los Angeles, highlighting themes of family loyalty, secrets, and survival.

In addition to the author talk, the event will include musical performances by Banda Las Angelinas, community resources, and engaging activities for all ages. Free parking is available at the Music Center Main Garage on Grand Avenue between 1st Street and Temple Street. Shuttle service is available at nine LA County Library locations, ensuring convenient access for attendees.

Event Details:

  • Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
  • Time: 5 – 7 pm
  • Location: Gloria Molina Grand Park, 200 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
  • Features: Author talk with María Amparo Escandón, musical performances by Banda Las Angelinas, community resources, and activities
  • Parking: Free parking at the Music Center Main Garage on Grand Avenue between 1st Street and Temple Street
  • Shuttle Service: Available the following LA County Library locations:
    • A C Bilbrew
    • Carson
    • East Los Angeles
    • El Monte
    • Lancaster
    • Norwalk
    • San Fernando
    • West Covina
    • West Hollywood

Watch Live Online: The event will be streamed live on YouTube at bit.ly/OBOCLive.

For more information about the event and shuttle schedule please visit, LACountyLibrary.org/onebook.

Sponsors

One Book, One County is supported by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, LA County Library Foundation, and Library Foundation of Los Angeles.

About Los Angeles Public Library
A recipient of the nation’s highest honor for library service—the National Medal from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the Los Angeles Public Library serves the largest and most diverse urban population of any library in the nation. Its Central Library, 72 branch libraries, physical collection of more than six million items, digital content and state-of-the-art technology accessible at lapl.org and thousands of public programs provide everyone with free and easy access to information and the opportunity for lifelong learning.

About LA County Library
Founded in 1912, LA County Library is one of the largest and most innovative library systems in the US. It provides culturally responsive and dynamic collections, programs, and services to meet the literacy, information, personal enrichment, and entertainment needs of all residents across Los Angeles County. Dedicated to reducing barriers and increasing equitable access for all, LA County Library serves 3.4 million residents across 3,000 square miles through its 86 libraries, and mobile fleet of 15 vehicles, including 4 Bookmobiles, 6 MākMō (maker mobiles), 3 early literacy vehicles, and 2 mobile outreach vehicles. To learn more, visit LACountyLibrary.org and follow @LACountyLibrary on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and YouTube.

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