We love our patrons, and we value your trust. We have created this page to provide accurate and up-to-date information, and to communicate about the Library and its services and programs as the City makes decisions to best protect its citizens and the welfare of our community.
Central Library will reopen for Limited Express Service on Thursday, April 15. Hastings and La Pintoresca Branch Libraries will reopen for Limited Express Service on Tuesday, April 20. This is the beginning of a phased in-person reopening for all Pasadena libraries. Please visit our press release for further information
The following essential services and resources remain available during the phased reopening:
- Librarians are available to provide assistance through telephone reference (626) 744-4066; or the web-based service, Ask Us! (at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/questions-help/), as well as via Live Chat.
- Curbside Pickup service is currently available at all sites except Hill Avenue Branch and Villa Parke Community Center Branch. Information about curbside locations, hours, and how it works.
- Our numerous digital services remain available 24/7 at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/, including e-books and audiobooks; streaming TV, movie and music services; classes and digital subscriptions to newspapers and magazines.
- eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital/streaming media can be found at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/ebooks-and-audiobooks/
- Research databases, educational resources, subject guides and more are available at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/research/
- Visit our online calendar of events to find programs and events you can attend from home.
- Visit our FAQ for more information
- Pasadena Public Library no longer lends or fulfills holds for City of Glendale Library, Arts & Culture materials. For assistance with Glendale material requests, please contact Glendale Library, Arts and Culture at 818-548-2021. If you have additional questions or need assistance with Pasadena Public Library material holds or lending, please visit our FAQ, call 626-744-4066, or email to ask@cityofpasadena.email.libanswers.com.
You can stay updated on the library by visiting our website at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/ and following our social media accounts @pasadenalibrary.
Once again, your health and safety is of utmost importance, and we will evaluate and adjust as new information becomes available. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and we thank you for your continued understanding and support.
COVID-19 Closure
Central Library will reopen for Limited Express Service on Thursday, April 15. Hastings and La Pintoresca Branch Libraries will reopen for Limited Express Service on Tuesday, April 20. This is the beginning of a phased in-person reopening for all Pasadena libraries. Please visit our press release for further information
We thank you for your patience and understanding.
For questions, please visit our FAQ or call (626) 744-4066.
Locations & Hours
Central Library
285 East Walnut Street
Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 744-4066
M: | Curbside 10:00-2:00 Open 3:00-8:00 |
F: | Curbside 1:00-5:00 |
Tu: | Open 10:00-2:00 Curbside 2:00-6:00 |
Sa: | Open 1:00-5:00 |
W: | Curbside 10:00-2:00 Open 3:00-8:00 |
Su: | Curbside 1:00-5:00 |
Th: | Open 10:00-2:00 Curbside 2:00-6:00 |
Holiday Hours |
Allendale Library
1130 South Marengo Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 744-7260
M: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 2:30-5:30 |
F: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 2:30-5:30 |
Tu: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 2:30-5:30 |
Sa: | Closed |
W: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 2:30-5:30 |
Su: | Closed |
Th: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 2:30-5:30 |
Holiday Hours |
Hastings Library
3325 East Orange Grove Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 744-7262
M: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
F: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Tu: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Sa: | Closed |
W: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Su: | Closed |
Th: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Holiday Hours |
Hill Avenue Branch
55 South Hill Ave
Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 744-7264
M: | Closed | F: | Closed |
Tu: | Closed | Sa: | Closed |
W: | Closed | Su: | Closed |
Th: | Closed | Holiday Hours |
La Pintoresca Branch
1355 N Raymond Ave
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 744-7268
M: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
F: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Tu: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Sa: | Closed |
W: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Su: | Closed |
Th: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Holiday Hours |
Lamanda Park Branch
140 South Altadena Dr
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 744-7266
M: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
F: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Tu: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 2:30-5:30 |
Sa: | Closed |
W: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 2:30-5:30 |
Su: | Closed |
Th: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 2:30-5:30 |
Holiday Hours |
Linda Vista Branch
1281 Bryant St
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 744-7278
M: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
F: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 2:30-5:30 |
Tu: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Sa: | Closed |
W: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Su: | Closed |
Th: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Holiday Hours |
San Rafael Branch
1240 Nithsdale Rd
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 744-7270
M: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
F: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Tu: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 2:30-5:30 |
Sa: | Closed |
W: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 2:30-5:30 |
Su: | Closed |
Th: | Curbside 9:30-12:30 |
Holiday Hours |
Santa Catalina Branch
999 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 744-7272
M: | Curbside 10:00-1:00 2:00-4:00 |
F: | Curbside 10:00-1:00 2:00-4:00 |
Tu: | Curbside 10:00-1:00 2:00-4:00 |
Sa: | Closed |
W: | Curbside 10:00-1:00 2:00-4:00 |
Su: | Closed |
Th: | Curbside 10:00-1:00 2:00-4:00 |
Holiday Hours |
Villa Parke Community Center Branch
363 E Villa St
Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 744-6510
M: | Closed | F: | Closed |
Tu: | Closed | Sa: | Closed |
W: | Closed | Su: | Closed |
Th: | Closed | Holiday Hours |
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