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Social Sciences Department - Los Angeles Public Library The Social Science, Philosophy & Religion Department is located on Lower Level 3 at Central Library.

Social Science, Philosophy and Religion encompasses a wide breadth of subject matter, both current and historical, popular and scholarly. These include general psychology, all periods of philosophy, and the world religions of all ages. Social Science covers social problems and issues such as marriage and the family, crime and punishment, substance abuse, and poverty. Also included are politics and government, immigration and ethnic groups, international relations, education, law and customs.

Time for a nice cooldown from the heatwave with journaling! Come by this Saturday, October 10 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m....
10/07/2026

Time for a nice cooldown from the heatwave with journaling! Come by this Saturday, October 10 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. for a nice journaling past time 🖋️

We highly encourage you to bring your journals and materials. Rest assured we will provide some materials 🙂‍↕️

Here are some photos from our previous Afternoon Journaling event. Always nice to see the wonderful journal entries that are put together~✏️

We hope to see you there! 📝

Date: October 10, 2026
Time: 2PM - 4PM
Where: 630 W Fifth St. Los Angeles, CA 90071 - Lower Level 1 - Atrium

Sunday September 20, 2026 2:00 p.m. Central Library630 W. 5th Street Meeting Room BThat Natural Glow: Creating Natural B...
09/17/2026

Sunday September 20, 2026 2:00 p.m.

Central Library
630 W. 5th Street
Meeting Room B

That Natural Glow: Creating Natural Beauty and Self-Care Products

Explore how to make beauty and self-care products using natural ingredients.

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Please join Dr. Desmonette Hazly, Integrative Health Specialist, for this exciting series that will explore various ways to nurture mental and physical health, and provide helpful hints and tips to improve diet, manage stress, and get a good night's rest.

For ADA accommodations please call (213) 228-7430 at least 72 hours prior to event.

Another journaling event on the rise! Be sure to come by to journal to some tunes and relaxation~ Bring your journals an...
09/04/2026

Another journaling event on the rise! Be sure to come by to journal to some tunes and relaxation~ Bring your journals and materials you enjoy using! We will provide some materials but highly encourage to bring your own ✒️

Here are some photos from our first little journaling event~!

We hope to see you there! 📝

Date: September 12, 2026
Time: 2PM - 4PM
Where: 630 W Fifth St. Los Angeles, CA 90071 - Meeting Room B

Introducing our official new bookmark, designed by staff member Zach!​Stop by the Social Science, Philosophy & Religion ...
08/21/2026

Introducing our official new bookmark, designed by staff member Zach!

​Stop by the Social Science, Philosophy & Religion Department to pick up yours and explore our collection.

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630 W 5th Street
Los Angeles, CA
90071

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+12132287300

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