Pasadena Public Library

Central Library is closed due to seismic safety issues until further notice. Information and updates on the Central Library seismic retrofit project are available at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/central-library-seismic-retrofit-and-renovations-project/

The following services and resources remain available:

• Branch libraries are open for in-person service.
• Librarians are available to provide assistance through telephone reference (626) 744-4066; or the web-based service, Ask Us! (at  http://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/questions-help/).
• Our numerous digital resources are always available 24/7 at http://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 http://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/ebooks-and-audiobooks/
  • Research databases, educational resources, subject guides and more are available at http://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/research/
• Visit our online calendar of events to find programs and events you can attend, either at the library or from home.
• While some materials held at Central Library are currently unavailable, a number of items have been relocated to branch locations.
  • The Jefferson Branch Library Children and Teen Services offers programs, materials and services for children, teens and their families. See address, hours, and contact information at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/branches/jefferson-branch-childrens-and-teen-services/
  • Law Room databases provided through a partnership with LA Law Library, are currently available to use at Hastings Branch Library
  • Books, audiobooks, DVDs, and other circulating materials have been distributed to branch locations and are available. Remaining materials at Central Library are currently being transferred to off-site storage, which will make them available for checkout. Materials already transferred are visible in the catalog with a location of "Off-Site Storage" and holds can be placed for pickup at a branch library. This will include Reference materials, which will be available for hold and will be transferred for use inside a branch library building.
  • Innovation Lab equipment is being identified to relocate to branch library locations, including La Pintoresca, Jefferson, and Hastings, as well as other branches-please check our website and branch pages for updated information on available Innovation Lab equipment, programs and services.
  • STEAM kits, board games, video games and other circulating collections are relocated to and currently available at branch libraries.
  • Staff can in many cases assist with Pasadena history research and questions, please submit requests for research or enquire about local history materials at https://cityofpasadena.libanswers.com/ or call a branch library to make a request.
  • All branch locations offer public Internet computers for use (one session per user per day) with a Pasadena Public Library card, as well as circulating chromebooks and hotspots. Find out more at https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/technology/
• Visit our FAQ  for more information.

You can stay updated on the library by visiting our website and following our social media accounts @pasadenalibrary.