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Book Soup Presents: Susan Orlean discusses & signs Joyride: A Memoir
First Congregational Church of Los Angeles 540 South Commonwealth Avenue, Los AngelesWeek of Events
L.A. Artist Guild Monthly Assembly
The Guild brings together visual, literary and performing artists to build community and collaborations across disciplines. The Guild aims to make the arts community more connected, accessible, and collaborative through monthly Assemblies, artist spotlights, professional development, critiques, gallery meetups, film screenings, spoken word/poetry, exhibitions, community partnerships, and an ongoing exchange of opportunities. The Guild brings together visual, literary and performing Read More ...
Banned Book Club
Every other Sunday: Banned Book Club at RagTag Art Haus. Currently reading 1984. In-person & virtual. Readers and non-readers welcome. Banned Book Club meets every other Sunday to dig into books that someone, somewhere, decided you shouldn't read. We're currently working through 1984 by George Orwell — no pressure if you haven't finished the pages, and no pressure to have Read More ...
Monday, October 26, 2026
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October 26, 2026 -Book Soup Presents: Susan Orlean discusses & signs Joyride: A Memoir
Book Soup Presents: Susan Orlean discusses & signs Joyride: A Memoir
Join Susan Orlean and Patton Oswalt at the First Congregational Church of Los Angeles for a discussion and signing of her novel Joyride! NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY NPR, TIME, OPRAH DAILY, GOODREADS, AND MORE "Brilliant...A high-spirited, exhilarating memoir." --The Wall Street Journal - "In Joyride, the takeaway often has as much to do with the art Read More ...
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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October 28, 2026 -Short Story Writing Night
Short Story Writing Night
Join Good Girl Books and Literati Events for a short story writing night! At the start of the evening, we'll reveal a writing prompt or theme to spark your imagination. You'll have time to write on-site, although you're also welcome to bring a pre-written story! Guests will then have the option to share their work and offer feedback. *Bring journal, Read More ...
Thursday, October 29, 2026
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October 29, 2026 -Adam Grant in Conversation with Jennifer Garner (Virtual Event)
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October 29, 2026 -Book Launch: The Natural Order by Matthew Aldrich
Adam Grant in Conversation with Jennifer Garner (Virtual Event)
New York Times bestselling author Adam Grant returns to Live Talks Los Angeles with a new book on the surprising science of potential, in conversation with Jennifer Garner. This is a virtual event presented by Live Talks Los Angeles. Full details and tickets: https://livetalksla.stellartickets.com/events/adam-grant-in-conversation-with-jennifer-garner-virtual-event--2/occurrences/cb8f2dd1-7467-478f-9183-f0a2abf116e4
Book Launch: The Natural Order by Matthew Aldrich
Matthew Aldrich presents his debut novel, a technological satire, in conversation with author Carrie Seim. Join us for the launch of Matthew Aldrich's debut novel The Natural Order! Matthew will be joined by author Carrie Seim to discuss this provocative, page-turning satire about immortality, technology, and sabotage that Academy Award winner Barry Jenkins calls "haunting, humane, and utterly compelling." About Read More ...
Friday, October 30, 2026
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October 30, 2026 -Book Launch: Graveyard by Kyle Kouri w/ Special Guests
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October 30, 2026 -Double Book Launch: Robert Hass & Brenda Hillman
Book Launch: Graveyard by Kyle Kouri w/ Special Guests
Kyle Kouri debuts his new novel alongside special guests. Join us for the launch of Graveyard, the debut novel from Kyle Kouri, author of The Problem Drinker! Kyle will be joined by an all-star ensemble of writers -- Jean Kyoung Frazier, Luke Goebel, Brittany Menjivar, and Travis Sedg Bacon -- to discuss their approaches to writing Los Angeles and read Read More ...
Double Book Launch: Robert Hass & Brenda Hillman
An evening of poetry and non-fiction at Beyond Baroque Join us for an evening celebrating new books by Robert Hass and Brenda Hillman in The Wanda Coleman Theater at Beyond Baroque. Robert Hass’s A Third Commonness: Essays on Poetry, Poetics, and the Natural World, published by Copper Canyon Press, traces a literary and ecological lineage through poets, writers, landscapes, and Read More ...
Saturday, October 31, 2026
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October 31, 2026 -Slanguage Poetry Show Halloween Costume Open Mic
Slanguage Poetry Show Halloween Costume Open Mic
Slanguage Poetry Show {HALLOWEEN COSTUME OPEN MIC EDITION}. Come check out great poetry & fun energy! You can perform or enjoy the night. Slanguage Poetry Show {HALLOWEEN COSTUME OPEN MIC EDITION}. Come check out great poets & fun energy! You can sign up on the open mic list and share your work on our stage! We are excited to invite Read More ...
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Sunday, November 1, 2026
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November 1, 2026 -Margin Scribes: A QTBIPOC Writers’ Collective (LA)
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November 1, 2026 -Condensed Book Club: “The Veldt” by Ray Bradbury
Margin Scribes: A QTBIPOC Writers’ Collective (LA)
We provide a supportive space for writers at all levels to cultivate creativity, accountability, and community through shared storytelling. Meetup Location: BlackL!ne Social The Margin Scribes: A QTBIPOC Writers Collective is a space for queer and trans writers of color to come together for creativity, accountability, and community. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out, this is a Read More ...
Condensed Book Club: “The Veldt” by Ray Bradbury
Our Condensed Book Club makes books clubs easier! Come ready to read and discuss a great short story. No prior reading required. Book clubs can be intimidating, especially when you haven't finished the book. That's why we've created a Condensed Book Club, where we read short stories together, and discuss. No prior reading required. All you have to do is Read More ...
