Month: May 2021

(Pasadena, CA.)-Last week, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released guidance indicating that people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can resume some activities without wearing masks or physically distancing except where required by local law and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance. This statement of confidence in the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines is welcome, and supported by science. On May 17, the State announced that until June 15, existing State face mask guidance remains in place.... continue reading »"Pasadena Will Align With The State and Maintain Current Requirements For Face Masks Until June 15"

What to expect when you visit any Pasadena Public Library Here are the public health safety guidelines you can expect when you plan your visit to any of the Pasadena Public Libraries: Wear a face covering over your nose and mouth at all times Maintain a distance of at least six (6) feet from other library patrons or staff at all times Avoid entering the library if you are experiencing any COVID-19 related symptoms or feeling sick For anyone who... continue reading »"Visit Pasadena Public Library Safely"

PASADENA, Calif. — Pasadena Public Library will reopen four library branches for in-person service and expand the hours of its Hastings and La Pintoresca branches the week of May 10. Linda Vista and San Rafael branch libraries will reopen on Tuesday, May 11. Lamanda Park and Santa Catalina branches will reopen on Wednesday, May 12. Hastings and La Pintoresca branches will expand their hours of service to the public beginning May 11. Allendale and Hill Avenue branch libraries will expand... continue reading »"PASADENA PUBLIC BRANCH LIBRARIES TO REOPEN"

PASADENA, Calif.—On Monday, May 3, the City of Pasadena Building Official ordered the closure of Pasadena Central Library, located at 285 E. Walnut St, until further notice. View the order. In-person library services recently resumed on a part-time basis following the county’s move into the less-restrictive orange tier. However, a recent structural assessment conducted as part of the scope of work for the Central Library Building Systems and Structural Assessment Capital Improvement Project revealed that most of the building is comprised... continue reading »"CITY ANNOUNCES CLOSURE OF PASADENA CENTRAL LIBRARY DUE TO SEISMIC SAFETY ISSUES"