Long Beach Public Library

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  1. Pinned Tweet
    May 4

    We're reopening! On Tue., May 18, 4 of our locations, Billie Jean King Main Library, Bay Shore, Mark Twain & Michelle Obama Neighborhood Libraries, will re-open to the public with limited capacity for visits up to 30 minutes long. For hours & info, visit

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  2. 9 hours ago

    In this episode of Cuentitos, read about dim sum and practice counting to five in Mandarin, Spanish, and English! 🥟 En este episodio de Cuentitos, lee acerca del dim sum y practica cómo contar al cinco en chino, español e inglés. Watch ➡️

    A young woman is smiling as she holds up five fingers. She is wearing a blue shirt that says "LBPL". Next to her are 5 illustrated dumplings and the number "5". Behind her is a colorful ocean mural and seats that are made to look like oversized books.
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  3. May 7

    We've got an extra special edition of ToddlerTime lined up this week -- we'll be reading and singing songs in Tagalog in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Watch on YouTube ➡️ or Facebook ➡️

    Graphic reads "LONG BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS...TODDLER TIME. BILINGUAL TAGALOG/ENGLISH EDITION". The background of the graphic is a periwinkle blue. Toddler Time is spelled out in red, orange, yellow, and blue squares that mimic the shape of baby's blocks.
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  4. Retweeted
    May 6

    Improving our neighborhood libraries thanks to funding! 📚 🛠️ This funding has allowed work crews to transform the front desk area of the Bach, Burnett & Dana Libraries - for improved visitor experience & ADA accessibility.

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  5. May 6

    We are humbled by the outpouring of support from our patrons who've donated to the book & toy donation drive for migrant youth. At just our Bayshore branch alone, our patrons have filled up several donation boxes! To learn how you can donate, visit

    On the left, an LBPL librarian in a grey shirt holds up two Spanish children's books. She is wearing an ombre blue mask. On the right, another LBPL librarian holds up a Spanish counting book and a Clifford the Big Red Dog book. She is wearing a green cardigan, a striped dress, and is wearing a black and white patterned mask. In the background, stacks of books can be seen.
    Stacks of various children's books piled up at the Bayshore branch library.
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  6. May 6

    Share a cup of tea with Ms. Shaina in this new PreschoolTime to celebrate Mother's Day! 🍵 💐 Watch ➡️

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  7. May 5

    In this episode of Webchat Wednesdays, our LBPL Studio Guides speak with John Adams, Deputy Director of Biosphere 2 (), a unique facility dedicated to the research and understanding of global scientific issues 🔬 🌎 Watch ➡️

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  8. Retweeted
    May 4

    Beginning May 18, four Long Beach Public Library locations will reopen at limited capacity

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    May 5

    Join us for a conversation on the progress and future of the arts in Long Beach. May 13th, 5pm. Register Now

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  10. May 5

    Looking for new picture book recommendations? Then join us for Picture This, our monthly review of new picture books in our collection, perfect for beginning readers. For May, we'll share some recommended reads to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month! Watch ➡️

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    May 4

    Our will reopen four locations with limited capacity, starting Tuesday, May 18. 📚 Billie Jean King Main Library, Bay Shore, Mark Twain & Michelle Obama Neighborhood Libraries will re-open to the public for visits up to 30 minutes long. ➡️

    Our @LBCityLibrary will reopen four locations with limited capacity, starting Tuesday, May 18. 📚 Billie Jean King Main Library, Bay Shore, Mark Twain & Michelle Obama Neighborhood Libraries will re-open to the public for visits up to 30 minutes long. ➡️ https://bit.ly/33eLQCe
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    May 4

    Honored to be a guest this month for LBPL’s Teen Books podcast, Book Bites, discussing Patron Saints of Nothing by in honor of

    The book "Patron Saints of Nothing" by Randy Ribay sits atop a white desk. The cover of the book is red and features a young man wearing black holding white balls of fire. In the background of the photo, a speaker and computer monitor can be seen.
    A brand new episode of the Book Bites podcast is now live! In this episode, Librarians Josh and Pam chat about Randy Ribay's latest book, Patron Saints of Nothing. Book Bites is available to listen to on all major podcast streaming services or by visiting
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    May 4

    I’m really grateful we can now safely begin to reopen libraries. Our ⁦⁩ system is such an important lifeline for families and young people. Looking forward to this phased reopening.

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  14. May 4

    A brand new episode of the Book Bites podcast is now live! In this episode, Librarians Josh and Pam chat about Randy Ribay's latest book, Patron Saints of Nothing. Book Bites is available to listen to on all major podcast streaming services or by visiting

    The book "Patron Saints of Nothing" by Randy Ribay sits atop a white desk. The cover of the book is red and features a young man wearing black holding white balls of fire. In the background of the photo, a speaker and computer monitor can be seen.
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  15. Retweeted
    May 1

    Libraries host virtual events to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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    May 1

    We’ll be partnering with to collect items for the migrant children at Long Beach Convention center. Need help picking books or can't make it to the drop off? Buy a book from our Amazon wishlist:

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  17. May 1

    Our origami craft tutorial is now live! Grab your Take + Make craft kit and follow along at home:

    A hand holds up a shiny, golden origami paper crane. In the background, a blurred shelf of books can be seen. Text in the right hand corner is yellow and reads "ORIGAMI TAKE + MAKE CRAFT"
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  18. Apr 30

    Our first game of lotería is tonight! We still have plenty of kits available at BJK Main, Twain, and Obama, so pick one up today to join us this afternoon! Pick-up hours are between 10AM - 3PM, no reservation required.

    A bright yellow book that reads "Book Fiesta!" is propped up. Surrounding it is a few loteria game boards, a purple book titled "Libro", a succulent, and other various decorative items.
    Celebrate Día with LBPL! Tune in for a special book reading and a few games of lotería live on Zoom. To join, pick up a kit at any LBPL To-Go location from 10AM - 3PM, Tue. - Sat. Kits will be available starting Sat., 4/24. Zoom Lotería: •4/30 @ 3PM •4/30 @ 4PM •5/1 @ 12PM
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  19. Apr 30

    Tomorrow marks the first day of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI/APIA) Heritage Month! Throughout May, we're celebrating with virtual programs, including storytimes, book discussions, and more. For more info and a printable flier of events, visit:

    Mint green flier with an illustration of Angkor Wat in Cambodia. A light red "sun" can be seen. Text reads "Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with LBPL! Throughout the month of May, join us on Facebook and YouTube for virtual programs exploring the diversity of stories, history, food, art, and culture of Asian/Pacific American Heritage".
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  20. Apr 29

    Join us for the Miller Room's virtual book club for adults! Our upcoming selection is The Refugees by Viet Thanh Nguyen, a collection of short stories exploring immigration, family, love, & identity in the experiences of Vietnamese refugees. Sign up here:

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