Grantee Events

Library Foundation – 36th Annual Stay Home and Read a Book Ball

February 22, 2024

Golden Globe Foundation

Event Date: March 3, 2024

Benefiting the Library Foundation of Los Angeles in supporting the Los Angeles Public Library’s work to enrich the lives of every Angeleno.

Join the Library Foundation of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Public Library, Chair Gabrielle Zevin, and Honorary Chairs Rachel Bloom, Alejandra Campoverdi, Santi Elijah Holley, and Yiyun Li in staying home to read for a great cause. 

WHAT IS THE STAY HOME AND READ A BOOK BALL? 
The Library Foundation’s longest-running and most-beloved “non-event” supporting the Los Angeles Public Library. Don’t get dressed up or drive across town to attend a fancy gala – instead stay home, read a book, and have a ball however you choose!

WHERE & WHEN
Go as far as your imagination can take you! Indulge in the pages of a great book, morning or night on Sunday, March 3, 2024.

HOW
While you’re celebrating, take a moment to support the Library Foundation of Los Angeles by donating what you would have spent on a night out.   

Share photos of your literary festivities on our Facebook event pageInstagram, or Twitter and tell us what you’ll be reading – tag us at @LibraryFoundLA and use #StayHomeandRead to let others know how you are celebrating!

ATTIRE
Dress to the nines or stay cozy. Whatever you choose, you and your book(s) are the guests of honor!

FOOD & DRINK
Grab a quick meal from your favorite restaurant or make a hot cup of coffee – whatever you prefer. 

Support the Stay Home and Read a Book Ball 

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