El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 Studebaker Rd., is now open on Sundays from noon to 4pm. In addition, hours at the Main Library at the Long Beach Civic Center have been extended on Thursday nights, to 8pm.
“Our libraries are vital community centers where people of all ages can access new technologies [and] career support and read the latest from their favorite authors,” said Mayor Robert Garcia. “Allowing access on Sundays increases access to our libraries for all residents.”
The El Dorado Neighborhood Library is the fourth library to feature Sunday hours, joining Bay Shore, Burnett and Michelle Obama neighborhood libraries. The city council approved the library hours in the Fiscal Year 2016-17 budget.
“The El Dorado Neighborhood Library is truly a cherished community asset, valued by all neighbors,” said 5th District Councilmember Stacy Mungo. “The newest addition of Sunday hours is important for our youth, families and seniors alike who frequent the library.”
Glenda Williams, director of Library Services, said the goal is to provide Sunday hours that could best serve the residents of Long Beach.
“The El Dorado Neighborhood Library served more than 108,000 patrons, and nearly 130,000 materials were checked out last year,” Williams said.
More information on El Dorado Neighborhood Library and its services is available at lbpl.org/location/el_dorado or (562) 570-3136.
Source: City of LB
