The Latest Library News
May 2022 Family Learning Center Programs

Join us in the FLC at the BJK Main Library for one-hour classes related to our Digital Library, Computer Skills, Soft Skills, and Job Search Tips.
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! We are excited to celebrate AAPI culture through special programs for kids, teens, adults, and the entire family across all our library locations.
Expanded Library Card Access and Circulation

We have revised our circulation policy, making it easier than ever for California residents to register for a library card.
We want to hear from you!

What’s it like to live or work in Long Beach? Share your thoughts by completing this short survey.
1st Annual Festival of AAPI Books

Celebrate AAPI stories and culture at the first ever Festival of AAPI Books, featuring author panels, book signings, activities and performances!
Celebration of the Young Child

Join us Saturday, April 30 from 10AM - 2PM at BJK Main Library and Lincoln Park for fun activities and resources for families with children ages 0 - 6.
Growing Your Business with Reference Solutions

LBPL is celebrating National Small Business Week (May 1-7, 2022) with a free Digital Library Workshop on Reference Solutions, powered by Data Axle. Find out about the session and how to sign up.
Celebrate Earth Week

Celebrate Earth Week with the Long Beach Public Library! Learn about composting with worms, how to recycle the right way, and more.
California State Parks Passes Are Here!

New California State Parks Passes offer free vehicle day use at more than 200 participating state parks.
April is National Library Month

Come celebrate National Library Month with LBPL!
BrainFuse HelpNow has tools to propel you to the top of your class and beyond.

BrainFuse HelpNow is the only place to go for online homework help and tutoring. Live tutors, report and paper review, virtual group study sessions, practice quizzes, and mobile-friendly flashcards.
KANOPY LAUNCHES NEW WEB PLATFORM

Kanopy’s new and improved web version will be available starting the week of March 28, 2022. Learn more about the updated features.
Stay Crafty

Starting Tuesday, March 29, join us every 4th Tuesday of the month from 5:00 - 6:30 PM in the L2 Teen Lounge at the Billie Jean King Main Library for a new craft.
Young Readers Club 2022

The Young Readers Club challenges first and second graders to read from a list of hand-picked books to practice reading comprehension!
Student Career Fair for Teens

The Los Altos Neighborhood Library presents a Student Career Fair for ages 13-18.
Bay Shore Branch History

We're shining the spotlight on the Bay Shore Neighborhood Library - the perfect beachside spot to spend a sunny day.
Let’s Get to Work with LearningExpress

Learn more about the Job & Career Accelerator by Learning Express at the virtual introduction on March 2 at 12PM. Experts from LearningExpress will show us how to get the most out of this powerful online resource available in the Digital Library.
Growing Up In Long Beach - A Virtual Event

Celebrate Black History Month with a virtual discussion with Sharon Diggs-Jackson on her experiences growing up in Long Beach.
Mango Languages

It’s a whole new year! Let’s learn a new language with the award-winning Mango Languages!
Library Catalog and Digital Library Down For Scheduled Maintenance on February 7, 2022

The Library catalog and the Digital Library resources will be unavailable during scheduled maintenance on Monday, February 7, 2022.
Winter Break

We're taking a “Winter Break” from in person programming through the month of February.
Goodbye, VIP Learning! / ¡Adiós, VIP Learning!

LBPL will no longer offer VIP Learning after January 31, 2022.
LBPL dejará de ofrecer VIP Learning a partir del 31 de enero de 2022.Boost Your Skills With LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning is now available in the Digital Library. Learn from thousands of online courses to earn industry-recognized certificates.
LBCC 101

Learn more about what Long Beach City College has to offer, how the admissions process works, and more on Tuesday, January 25th at 5 PM.
Salsa Saturdays/Salsábados

Learn and discuss easy-to-make, mindful, and delicious recipes that the entire family can help create.
Bach Library Branch History

Sixty four years after its completion, the Ruth Bach Library remains one of LBPL's most loved branches. Learn all about Bach's history.
Temporary Cards No Longer Accepted For OverDrive and Libby

Starting February 1, 2022, only LBPL card numbers that begin 23090 will be able to access OverDrive or Libby through the Long Beach Public Library.
GetSetUp

To learn more about GetSetUp, join us on January 11, 2022, at 10:30 AM when experts from GetSetUp will be online LIVE to help patrons get the most out of this incredible lifelong-learning resource.
Introducing PressReader

PressReader provides unlimited access to more than 7,000 of the world’s top newspapers and magazines, from 120 countries and in 60 languages.
Citizenship Workshops with Centro CHA

Learn about the U.S. citizenship process, ask questions, and get assistance onsite and in-person with Centro CHA.
Early Learning Festival 2021

The Early Learning Festival is a perfect opportunity to discover local programs and hands-on activities to support childhood development.
Freegal Ends December 31, 2021

LBPL will no longer offer Freegal after December 31, 2021.
CONNECTING VETERANS TO RESOURCES

VetNow connects you with a live veteran navigator who can help with VA benefits, job hunting, resumes, interviews, and building math and writing skills.
Dana Library Branch History

Learn about the history of Dana Neighborhood Library.
TumbleBookLibrary Now Available From the Long Beach Public Library

Bumble, stumble, tumble right into an open book! Explore stories full of adventure, mayhem, imagination, and wonder with TumbleBookLibrary.
Cover to Cover Club 2021

Read five books to earn a free cheeseburger at In-N-Out!
CurioCity: STEAM and Beyond

A new STEAM series kicks off in October, starting with a drones workshop on Oct. 2nd.
LBPL To-Go Ending

The last day for LBPL To-Go, our appointment-based pickup for holds, is September 30, 2021.
El Dorado Library Re-opening!

Welcome back to El Dorado! The El Dorado Neighborhood Library is re-opening on October 1, 2021.
Billie Jean King Photography Exhibition opens September 21, 2021 at Main Library

Billie Jean King: Champion. Activist. Legend. showcases more than 80 photographs from the life and career of Billie Jean King.