Pasadena Public Library

Central Library is closed due to seismic safety issues until further notice. Information and updates on the Central Library project are available on the Central Library Earthquake Retrofit and Building Repairs Project page

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  https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/questions-help/).
• Our numerous digital resources are always 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, 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.