Long Beach Public Library

Long Beach Public Library Foundation

Programs

The Library Foundation supports the following free programs, resources, and enhancements available at Long Beach Public Library.

Family Learning Center Program

  • Available at the Billie Jean King Main Library and neighborhood branches
  • One-on-one homework help and job search assistance for patrons of all ages
  • Online homework help and job search assistance available with a Library card
  • Computer skills training
  • English as a second language resources
  • Supplybraries with resources for school projects

Makerspace Studios

  • Technology labs at the Billie Jean King Main Library and the Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library
  • The Mobile Studio bringing makerspace Studio resources to all neighborhood branch libraries as well as parks, schools, and community events
  • Instruction in 3D printing, robotics, coding, graphic design, audio and visual recording, video game design, and a variety of mediums for school projects, art installations, and business concepts
  • Highly talented Studio Guides providing workshops and one-on-one assistance for patrons of all ages and skill levels

Literacy Support at All Levels

  • Hundreds of new books purchased every year to update the Library’s catalog
  • Tools and events to support parents and guardians as they read 1,000+ books to their children before kindergarten through the Dive into Reading program
  • One-on-one tutoring through the LB Reads program for adults who struggle with reading and writing
  • A new dictionary/thesaurus for every Long Beach Unified School District 3rd grade student
  • Addressing the “summer slide” and engaging K-12 youth and their families in the Summer Reading Program
  • Homebound Reader delivery service for ill or injured patrons

Tools for Success

  • Scholarships for adults to earn their accredited high school diploma through the Library’s Career Online High School
  • New computers, laptops and other technological resources to help bridge the digital divide in Long Beach
  • Specialized resources, adaptive technologies, and peer assistance for adults with special needs at the Billie Jean King Main Library and Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library
  • Enhancements and resources at all 12 public libraries

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