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  • June 17, 2025

LA County Library’s Free Lunch at the Library Program Returns June 16

LA County Library’s Free Lunch at the Library Program Returns June 16

LA County Library’s Free Lunch at the Library Program Returns June 16 1024 683 LA County Library

June 16, 2025

LA County Library’s Free Lunch at the Library Program Returns June 16

Nutritious Meals for Kids & Teens at 20 Libraries in Partnership with LA County Department of Parks and Recreation

child having lunch at LA County Library during the summer lunch program

LA County Library is once again partnering with LA County Department of Parks and Recreation (LA County Parks) to offer its Lunch at the Library program, providing free, healthy meals to youth ages 18 and under this summer. From June 16 to August 8, 2025, participating library locations will offer lunches Monday through Friday from noon to 1 pm, depending on the site schedule.

No registration is required, and there are no income restrictions. Meals are available on a first come, first served basis and must be eaten at the Library.

“This program continues to be a vital service for families in our communities,” said Skye Patrick, County Librarian at LA County Library. “We’re proud to once again provide a safe, welcoming space where children and teens can access nutritious meals, discover books, and stay engaged during the summer months.”

“No family should have to worry about where their next meal will come from, especially when school is out,” said Norma E. García-González, LA County Parks Director. “By collaborating with LA County Library to offer free lunches to the youth at 20 library locations, we’re making healthy food accessible and reinforcing that libraries and parks are hubs of support for our communities. We’re proud to help remove barriers so that every child can thrive, learn, and enjoy a safe space this summer.”

Lunch Schedule by Location:

Tuesday – Friday, 12 – 1 pm

Important Notes:

No lunch will be served on June 19 (Juneteenth) and July 4 (Independence Day), which are County holidays.

Now in its 11th year, Lunch at the Library is part of the federally funded Summer Food Service Program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, administered in California by the California Department of Education, and supported locally by the California State Library and the State of California.

For a full schedule and details, visit: LACountyLibrary.org/free-summer-lunch.

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.