The collection of the Alhambra Public Library contains approximately 150,000 volumes, including books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, CDs, videos, audio books and computer resources that provide access to other data bases. With a wide range of programs and services for persons of all ages, the Library is one of the busiest in the State with about 44,000 visitors each month. Up to 500 items are circulated per hour with about 600,000 items checked out annually.

  Alhambra Public Library

410 W. Main St., Alhambra, CA 91801
Carmen Hernandez, Library Director

Library's Main Website
Library Activities & Events / Services
Main Phone Number  Fax Number		(626) 570-5008 (626) 457-1104
Circulation Services		(626) 570-5028
Reference		(626) 570-3212
Children's Dept.  - Preschool Storytime:     Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. - Family Storytime:   Wednesdays, 7 p.m. - Toddler Storytime:    Fridays, 10:30 a.m.		(626) 570-3215
Homework H.E.L.P.		(626) 570-3281
Adult/Family Literacy   Programs		(626) 570-3281
Passport Services		(626) 570-5028
Volunteer Opportunities		(626) 570-3212

Library Hours:   - Monday: 4 p.m.-8 p.m.   - Tuesday: 12 p.m.- 9 p.m.   - Wed. & Thurs.: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.   - Friday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.   - Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.   - Sunday: Closed   Library Construction / Literacy "Gift Registry" Internet Use Policy:  (English / Spanish / Chinese / Vietnamese) 100 Years of the Alhambra Public Library When you shop online at MyCause.com, a portion of your spending can be donated to the Alhambra Public Library Foundation, which will be used to enhance the library's acquisitions, as well as programs & services.

To Renew Books:   (Borrowing Policy) By Phone: Call (626) 289-8341. Automate Telephone Renewal System: Dial the number above using a touch tone telephone and your Alhambra Public Library Card Online Renewal: Click "My Account" to log in. After logging in, click the "Check Out" tab. From here you can renew one or all of your checked out books. Over due items may be renewed at the Library but not through the Automated Renewal or website. Online Librarian Assistance     Online E-Books (you must create an account inside the library to use this service)     Animated Read-Along for Children of All Ages

Online Sites of Interest to Young People

• www.4kids.org - Link to the latest "TecKNOWLEGEy" on the Web
• www.thekidzpage.com - Online children's activities, games, puzzles, clip art and more
• Crayola Kids Home Page - Online creative site includes games, arts & crafts, card creator, and more 
• Cyber Sleuth Kids Home Page - An internet search guide for K-12 grade students
• Discovery School Home Page - Includes B.J. Pinchbeck's Homework Helper
• FDA Kids Home Page - Online site designed in a fun manner to help kids learn about health & diseases, food choices, animals, and more
• KidsClick! - Web Search Tool for Kids by Librarians
• Library of Congress - America's Story - Online stories about America's past 
• Nasa Kids Home Page - Online site for kids to learn about space, science, rockets, astronauts, the solar system and more
• PBS Kids - Features games, stories, music, coloring and more
• "Quotable Quotes" Library - from the Josephson Institute of Ethics
• http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forkids/home/index.html - Another online NASA site for kids, including interesting games, arts & stories, and activities
• "Scholarship Help" Web Site - Must reading if you're planning to go to college and would like to learn the "ins and outs" of applying for a scholarship. 
• Scholastic Kids Home Page - Features games & contests, books, "homework hub," preschool playground, and more
• http://www.strangematterexhibit.com - Disover the secrets of everyday "stuff"
• The American Civil War Home Page - A great wealth of information about the Civil War
• The Orange Cat - Calendar, Tips and Advice for Busy Families in the San Gabriel Valley. Sign up to receive an email newsletter to learn about local activities for kids.
• Yahooligans - the Web Guide for Kids