Your local library offers curbside pick-up of print books as well as tons of amazing ebooks and audiobooks. Not sure which library is closest to you? Use libraryfinder.org.

If you'd like some help getting set up with a public library, don't hesitate to ask! Ms. McClendon used to work for Los Angeles Public Library before she became a school librarian, and she can help you with getting an e-card, placing holds, borrowing ebooks, and everything in between.

public libraries near us

Los Angeles Public Library

Use curbside pick-up ("Library To Go"), get an instant e-card, or browse digital resources.

LA County Library

Use curbside pick-up ("express sidewalk service"), get an instant e-card, or browse digital resources.

Santa Monica Public Library

Use curbside pick-up, get an e-card, or browse digital resources.

Burbank Public Library

Use curbside pick-up, get an eLibrary card, browse digital media and research materials.

Glendale Library

Use curbside pick-up, get an e-card, browse digital resources.

Pasadena Public Library

Use curbside pick-up, get an e-card, or browse digital media and research materials.

South Pasadena Public Library

Use curbside pick-up ("Library Takeout"), or browse digital resources.

Beverly Hills Public Library

Use curbside pick-up ("Sidewalk Pickup") or browse digital resources.

To request a virtual library card, call the Customer Service Desk at (310) 288-2222.

Torrance Public Library

Visit in person or browse digital media and research materials.

Long Beach Public Library

Use curbside pick-up ("LBPL To-Go"), get an e-card, or browse digital resources.

Digital Resources

Public libraries offer so much that you can access remotely, and it's okay if you don't have a card yet: Many libraries are now offering online sign-ups for digital cards!

Digital resources available for free with a library card frequently include: 

  • ebooks;
  • audiobooks;
  • streaming movies, TV, and music;
  • magazines;
  • newspapers;
  • research databases;
  • tutorial videos;
  • and even online tutoring for students.