Life History Writing Class at 2 p.m. Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles sponsors a life history writing class for adults.  Published writer Bea Mitz facilitates the class in the West Hollywood Room.

Family Storytime at 3:30 p.m. Family Storytime builds children’s language skills by involving the entire family with interactive stories, rhymes and songs.  Parents, caregivers and younger children (ages 3-6) are encouraged to attend.

Every Saturday–BookPALS at 11 a.m. Come to the West Hollywood Library for the BookPals family storytime. Members of the Screen Actors Guild read stories to children and their families.

First Tuesday of Every Month–Women’s Advisory Board Book Club, “Women and Books”at 7 p.m in the Community Meeting Room. This book club for women highlights books written by women. This month’s title is Lullabies for Little Criminals by Heather O’Neill.

Last Tuesday of Every Month–Lambda Lit Book Club at 7 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room. This book club highlights a heady mix of LGBT classics, unheralded gems, and buzz-worthy new releases. This month’s title is Eminent Outlaws by Christopher Bram.

Second Wednesday of Every Month–The SHE – WeHo Lesbians’ Discussion Group meets the second Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room at West Hollywood Library. Validated parking is available at the 5-story West Hollywood Park/Library Parking Garage. For more information, please visit www.weho.org/she or email she@weho.org. For the deaf and hard of hearing, please call (323) 848-6496. 

Second Thursday of Every Month–TRIBE, the West Hollywood Gay Men’s Discussion Group, meets the second Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. for a series of lightly moderated discussions about issues of importance to the Gay male community.  For more information, please visit www.weho.org/tribe or email tribe@weho.org. For the deaf and hard of hearing, please call (323) 848-6496.

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Tuesday, October 2– WHAP! West Hollywood/Cal Arts Lecture Series Screening:  Simondon of the Desert.   Celebrate the birthday of French philosopher of technology Gilbert Simondon (b. October 2nd, 1924) with the US premiere of François Lagarde’s documentary film Simondon of the Desert followed by a Q&A  with the film director, François Lagarde, and specialists of Simondon’s work including: Pascal Chabot, a teacher at the Institut des Hautes Etudes en Communications Sociales (IHECS), Brussels. Admission is free.  Seating is limited and available on a first come first serve basis.  West Hollywood Council Chambers  625 N. San Vicente Boulevard 6:30 – 9 p.m   

Fridays, October 5/ October 12/ October 26– ThisIntroduction to Computers class will assist you in acquiring the practical skills needed to use a computer.  Reservations are made per session by signing up at the 2nd floor information desk. 10-11 a.m.

Saturday, October 6 - Well-known for his acting credits in film and television, including Groundhog Day, Deadwood, Glee, and Californication among others, Stephen Tobolowsky will discuss his new book The Dangerous Animal Club. A book signing will follow the author talk that will take place in the library's community meeting room.  Parking validation will be provided.  2-3:30 p.m.

Monday, October 8– All County Libraries will be closed on October 8 for Columbus Day.  

Tuesday, October 16– California Reads Program: American Indians and the U.S. Constitution – Presentation by Professor Troy Johnson, Chair of American Indian Studies, California State University, Long Beach, covering the historical background and issues regarding the influence and status of American Indians incorporated into the U.S. Constitution.  Free copies of the The Penguin Guide to the U.S. Constitution by Professor Richard Beeman will be available at the library's reference desk before the presentation for those who plan to attend.

Wednesday, October 17– Join us for the Wacko Show! Children of all ages and their families are invited to attend an amazing and funny magic show performed by Wacko the magician.  From 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room

Wednesday October 17 - Human Rights Speaker Series: How Disaster Relief Protects Human Rights – Responding to Wars, Earthquakes and Other Global Disasters. The City of West Hollywood’s popular Human Rights Speaker Series focuses on human rights and disaster relief with guest speakers Richard M. Walden, President/CEO and Founder of Operation USA; John Maris, Senior Vice President of Programs for Relief International; and Margaret Aguirre, Director of Global Communications for international Medical Corps. Admission is free.  For more information, please call (323) 848-6460.  West Hollywood Council Chambers, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard  7– 9 p.m.

Friday, October 19—Introduction to Downladables—Join us for an introduction to the downloadable audiobooks and e-books available through the County of Los Angeles Public Library.   Personal laptops are welcome but not required.  10-11 a.m.

Wednesday, October 31–The West Hollywood Library will be closed all day on October 31 for Halloween.

Wednesday, October 31 -West Hollywood Halloween Costume Carnaval The City of West Hollywood is hosting its annual Halloween Carnaval and you are cordially invited.  Join in on the fun at this adult* Halloween event.  Come in costume and join us in celebration as Santa Monica Boulevard comes alive with food, entertainment, and the most creative costumes on the planet!  Admission is free.  For more information, please call (323) 848-6503 or visit www.weho.org.  *Although this event is open for all to enjoy, children and pets are not recommended. Santa Monica Boulevard  (Between Doheny and La Cienega) 6-11 p.m.