Pasadena Public Library Offers Free Health Screenings

Pasadena, CA – Pasadena Public Library is excited to partner with Huntington Health, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai, to provide free monthly health screenings. This month, visit the La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Ave. on Thursday, Aug. 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., or the Hastings Branch Library, 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. on Tuesday, Aug.16, from 10 a.m. to noon to consult with trained health care professionals. No appointment necessary. Additional dates are noted on our website,... continue reading »"Pasadena Public Library Offers Free Health Screenings"

Pasadena Public Library Announces Temporary Closure of Allendale Branch Library

Pasadena, CA – Pasadena Public Library will temporarily close the Allendale Branch Library for seismic and roofing repairs beginning on Monday, August 8. Construction is scheduled to be completed Friday, October 7. The branch will reopen the week of October 10. These improvements will allow the Allendale Branch to better serve the community. During the closure Allendale patrons are encouraged to visit their nearby branch libraries: Hill Avenue Branch, 55 S. Hill Avenue, or San Rafael Branch, 1240 Nithsdale Road.... continue reading »"Pasadena Public Library Announces Temporary Closure of Allendale Branch Library"

Pasadena Public Library Presents “doctor Poets & Other Healers: Covid-19 in Their Own Words with Poems & Personal Essays”

Pasadena, CA – Pasadena Public Library presents a conversation with a selection of the poets and essayists from “Doctor Poets & Other Healers: COVID-19 in Their Own Words with Poems & Personal Essays” on Saturday, July 30, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Lamanda Park Branch Library, 140 S Altadena Dr., when several healthcare workers share their journeys through the COVID-19 pandemic.   Healthcare workers faced an unimaginable challenge head-on when confronted with the pandemic. Undeniably changed, they banned... continue reading »"Pasadena Public Library Presents “doctor Poets & Other Healers: Covid-19 in Their Own Words with Poems & Personal Essays”"

Pasadena Public Library Presents a Visit to The Jack London State Park

Pasadena, CA – Pasadena Public Library joins author and poet Iris Jamahl Dunkle live from the Jack London State Park for a reading and park tour. Presented virtually, attendees will experience the splendor of this quiet retreat that bore witness to some of Jack London's famous works.     Jack London State Park encompasses the home and ranch of the legendary author and is located in Glen Ellen, on the eastern slope of Sonoma Mountain, about a 20-minute drive north of... continue reading »"Pasadena Public Library Presents a Visit to The Jack London State Park"

Pasadena Public Library Celebrates 2022 One City, One Story Summer Edition with A Selection of Book Discussions

Pasadena, CA – Pasadena Public Library commemorates One City, One Story Summer Edition with discussions centered on communal reading selections. The celebration kicked off in June with a presentation by Stealing Home, Los Angeles, the Dodgers and the Lives Caught in Between author Eric Nusbaum. One City, One Story continues throughout July with a series of book discussions and author talks. Each event features a different book that expands upon this summer’s themes of baseball, diversity, and legacy. This year... continue reading »"Pasadena Public Library Celebrates 2022 One City, One Story Summer Edition with A Selection of Book Discussions"