This report covers the first six months of the Los Angeles Public Library's federally funded project to extend library service to the disadvantaged. Section I covers the recruitment and training of staff members for the project, including monthly staff orientation meetings emphasizing technical and sensitivity training. Section II describes the organization of the project. Section III discusses the work programs of the four groups involved in the project--the Venice Branch Library, the Lincoln Heights Branch Library, the Central Region, and the Bookmobile in the Southern Region. Examples of activities undertaken are an art fair, involvement in adult evening school classes, Family Night Programs, and programs for senior citizens. A summary of activities and general comments complete the report. (CC)