The Mission of the Pasadena Public Library System is to provide exemplary services with access to resources that meet the information, recreation and educational needs of our community.
December 2015
Libraries will close Thursday, December 24 through Sunday, December 27 in observance of Christmas.

The Library will close at 6 p.m. on Thursday, December 31 and will be closed Friday, January 1 in observance of The New Year.

Free Calendars!
Full-color, twelve month calendar for 2016!
Stop by the library to pick up your free, full-color, twelve month calendar for 2016. This calendar features images taken by local photographers and the theme is Pasadena Wildlife. Supplies are limited so stop by today!
NEW CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
Registration required for most programs.
Below are some of our new events; click here for additional programming!

The big man is coming to town! Bring the family by for free photos with Santa. We will even provide a photographer so your whole family can get in the picture.

Central: Saturday, December 12th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fairmont: Saturday, December 12th from 10:00 a.m. to noon
New Family Events
Registration required for most programs. Click here for additional programming!
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Are you a master of meats? Skilled at stews? Whether you're a virtuoso of veggies or can barely boil water, our recipe exchange will bring out the best of your kitchen. Simply drop by our holiday display and leave one of your favorite recipes. Or if you're feeling adventurous, take a recipe and try it out for your own. Don't forget to peruse our cookbook section for some wonderful ideas for your holiday feast.   
 
Enjoy the unique and beautiful sound of holiday music played on a professional class harp. Our very special guest will be the world renowned musician Emily Mitchell. Emily Mitchell has multiple recordings, has appeared on several national television programs and has even performed at the White House.   Don't miss this unique opportunity!
Featured Library Database: Axis360
Axis360 Database

Axis 360 offers ebooks and eaudiobooks you can borrow from your library and read or listen to FREE on your smartphone, tablet or desktop. We have best-selling titles for adults, teens and children. You can access these titles 24/7, even when the library is closed. Just download the Axis 360 app from your device's app store and, using your library card, you can start reading or listening!

Staff Spotlight: Maria Jiminez

First and last name:
Maria Jiminez

What's your job?
I am a Library Clerk who works at the Circulation Desk. I help patrons check out books, pay fines, and more.

What's the last book you read?
The last books I read were Cale by Victoria Ashley, Mark of the Beast by Adolphus Anekwe,  Ready Player One Ernest Cline, and The Martian by Andy Weir

What five songs are on your permanent playlist?
  • Problem by Natalia Kills
  • Material Girl by Madonna
  • Crazy Train by Ozzy
  • Bodies by Drowing Pool
  • Sweet Dreams by Marilyn Manson
Have you ever met someone famous/infamous, and who was it? I met Carlos Mencia and George Lopez in person.  George Lopez signed a $100 bill for me, and I met Carlos Mencia backstage at one of his shows.

See what's new and reserve your DVDs now!
Check out the library catalog and more!
Staff reviewer: Ms. E. Crystal Cornell, Librarian II