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The tragic murders of the countless victims of violence and systemic racism are more than just passing news stories.
The Altadena Libraries believe that Black lives matter and that there is still much work to be done toward equity in our District and community.
We stand with our Black community and allies and commit to doing the work of dismantling racism within our system. Please read the Altadena Library District's June statement on our commitment to anti-racism and the steps we are taking to make our system more equitable:
www.altadenalibrary.org/blacklivesmatter/
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- Circulation & Curbside Service Updates -
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The Altadena Library District buildings remain closed until at least August 3, 2020 following guidelines from public health officials in response to COVID-19.
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We are accepting returns!
While all checked out items have been automatically renewed until August 15, you are welcome to return your items to outdoor book returns at both library locations anytime or during your curbside pickup appointment. All materials are quarantined for 3 days before being returned to circulation to reduce any surface transmission of any contagions.
Book donations are NOT accepted at this time.
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Place Holds Online
Library cardholders can now place holds in the online library catalog at
catalog.altadenalibrary.org
. When your holds are ready for pickup, you will receive a notification prompting you to call the library and schedule a curbside pickup appointment.
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3D Printing Curbside
Have you missed 3D printing during the library closure? We now accept 3D printing online orders that can be picked up curbside!
CLICK HERE
to fill out the form and our IT Manager will be in touch to confirm your order. Want to print more? Click the 3D Printing button at
www.altadenalibrary.org/curbside
.
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Check out magazines!
Physical magazines can now be checked out in the library catalog for enjoyment at home. Search in the online catalog for your favorite titles like Magnolia, Clean Eating, Entertainment Weekly, People, and more!
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- Summer Reading Updates -
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Summer Reading Videos to Enjoy from Home
While you stay safe at home, you can enjoy a variety of story time, craft, and activity videos that Summer Readers will love.
View all posted videos!
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Books That Talk: Vox Books Now Available for Checkout
Vox books have an attachment to the physical book that will let you play the story as you go, signaling for you to turn the page. Altadena Library now has them available for checkout! Visit
catalog.altadenalibrary.org
and search "Vox Books" to place one on hold. Bring the joy of written and narrated stories home this week!
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Summer Reading Kits Still Available for Children
Have you started your Summer Reading journey? There's still time to "Imagine Your Story" and enjoy a summer of activities and reading guided by your Altadena Libraries!
To get started, visit our online tracking platform at
altadenalibrary.beanstack.org
and either sign up for the first time or sign in using last year's login credentials! Once you're signed up, call (626) 798-0833 to reserve your kit for the Early Literacy or Elementary age group and schedule a curbside pickup appointment. Limited adult kits are available.
Teen kits are out of stock.
Each Summer Reading kit includes free books and a variety of craft supplies to spark curiosity and help our Summer Readers imagine their stories.
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Enjoy Renowned Authors in Conversation!
In partnership with Pasadena Literary Alliance, the Altadena Libraries are pleased to present Open Book On Location, a series of videos featuring world-famous authors in conversation about their writing processes, the world of modern publishing, and more. Click the thumbnails below to listen in!
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- Upcoming Virtual Events -
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Special Board of Trustees Meeting:
Thursday, July 16, 5:00pm
Board of Trustees Meeting & Public Hearing:
Monday, July 27, 5:00pm
More details coming soon!
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"Take the Mic" Teen Book Club
Wednesday, July 8, at 4:00pm, Online
Join the Teen Librarian and other local teens passionate about societal change to discuss stories included in this summer's featured book
Take the Mic: Fictional Stories of Everyday Resistance
.
Sign up for this Zoom book club>>
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Balance Your Life Through Meditation with Nirav Sheth
Saturday, July 11, at 11:00am, Online
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Virtual Parent Café
Friday, July 10, at 2:00pm, Online
Parent Cafés are safe spaces where parents and caregivers talk about the challenges and victories of raising a family. Through individual self-reflection and peer-to-peer learning, participants explore their strengths, learn about the Protective Factors, and create strategies from their own wisdom and experiences to help strengthen their families.
Sign up for this Zoom gathering>>
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Board of Trustees Election Info Session
Friday, July 17, at 11:00am, Online
Are you interested in running for one of the three open seats on the Board of Trustees in the upcoming November election? Learn about the election process and important steps in this information session and Q&A!
Sign up for this Zoom meeting>>
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American History Trivia
Friday, July 17, at 4:00pm, Online
How many facts do you know about the history of United States of America? Join us for an afternoon of friendly trivia competition for families!
Sign up for this Zoom game>>
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Update from the Friends of the Altadena Library
Read this month's
update from Marne Brown
, President of the Friends of the Altadena Library and learn about all the exciting projects the Friends are working on!
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Save the Date: Virtual Book Pitch Party
Sunday, July 26, at 1:00pm, Online
Pitch a favorite book to the rest of the party and win a prize! For more information and to sign up to pitch a book, visit
https://bit.ly/BookPitch2.
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