The Big Read program kickoff with Los Angeles Poet Laureate, Luis J. Rodriguez. His 1993 memoir Always Running, La Vida Loca, Gang Days in L.A, is a perennial bestseller. Rodriguez is the author of over 15 books in various genres.

Admission to the event is free, museum exhibits and parking not included. Books available for purchase. Please use North entrance to Museum.

Moderated by author Gustavo Arellano.