Become a Library Foundation Member to attend an exclusive Member-only reception prior to the program at 6:00 pm. A panel discussion and audience Q&A follows at 7:30 pm.

LA PRESS FREEDOM WEEK - A multi-day celebration of press freedom and the First Amendment that will engage journalist and the public in and around Los Angeles, co-sponsored by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association and the Los Angeles Times, in collaboration with the Committee to Protect Journalists, the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists, and the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press.

“NBC Nightly News” anchor Lester Holt will moderate a lively discussion on the question of what diversity means in media—and how it can influence the stories we read, hear, and share. Los Angeles Times Editor-in-Chief Norman Pearlstine will provide the opening remarks for this conversation.

FAQs

Where should I park for this event?

We recommend taking public transportation. Parking for the Central Library is at the Westlawn Garage at 524 S. Flower Street. For more information, visit the Library’s website.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Contact the Public Programs office at programs@lfla.org or by calling 213.292.6254.

What if a program is full?

You are welcome to come as a standby guest. Standby numbers are distributed one hour before the program on a first come, first served basis. Admission is subject to availability.

Reservation policy for Free Programs

As this program is free of charge, it is our policy to overbook. In the case of a FULL program your free reservation may not guarantee admission. We recommend arriving early. Unclaimed reservations will be released to standby patrons at the start of each program.