Arcadia Public Library

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Check out this week at Arcadia Public Library.⁠⁠• Seedlings Storytime (Ages 4-23 months) – Tuesday at 10:30am• Sprouts S...
09/06/2026

Check out this week at Arcadia Public Library.⁠
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• Seedlings Storytime (Ages 4-23 months) – Tuesday at 10:30am
• Sprouts Storytime (Ages 24-47 months) – Tuesday at 6:30pm and Wednesday at 10:30am
• Middle School Game Day: Thursday @12:30pm
• Mid-Autumn Festival (Ages 5-14): Saturday @2:30pm

The Arcadia Public Library is planning a Library of Things! 🎉A "Library of Things" is a community lending service where ...
09/05/2026

The Arcadia Public Library is planning a Library of Things! 🎉

A "Library of Things" is a community lending service where people can borrow physical objects and household objects instead of buying them! We want to hear from YOU and what you would like to see or need from our Library of Things 😀

Check the link 🔗 in our bio to fill out a survey or fill one out next time you visit the library! 📄🖊️ The survey will run until the end of September (9/30/26)‼️

The Arcadia Public Library will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day. See you on Tuesday!
09/05/2026

The Arcadia Public Library will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day. See you on Tuesday!

Children ages 6-10 can practice their reading skills by reading with Ruby, a licensed therapy dog!Space is limited and p...
09/04/2026

Children ages 6-10 can practice their reading skills by reading with Ruby, a licensed therapy dog!

Space is limited and pre-registration is REQUIRED. For our September 14 program, registration will begin IN PERSON tomorrow (September 5) at 10am for Arcadia residents with proof of address, at 11am for open registration, and on Tuesday the 8th via phone.

The first session will be held on Monday, September 14 at 4:00pm – check back each month for additional registration information and program dates.

"An Uncommon History of Common Courtesy: How Manners Shaped the World," by Bethanne Patrick, explores how everyday manne...
09/04/2026

"An Uncommon History of Common Courtesy: How Manners Shaped the World," by Bethanne Patrick, explores how everyday manners developed over time and influenced society, relationships, and culture. It shows that customs such as greetings, politeness, and respectful behavior reflect changing social values and help maintain cooperation. The main message is that manners are more than rules of etiquette—they shape how people interact and how communities function.

Cuccia Peach Orchard, owned by Peter Cuccia, was 60 acres from Lovell Ave to Holly Ave and Le Roy Ave to Norman Ave. The...
09/03/2026

Cuccia Peach Orchard, owned by Peter Cuccia, was 60 acres from Lovell Ave to Holly Ave and Le Roy Ave to Norman Ave. The 60 acres were planted about 1918-1919. One man standing while another man is on a ladder, working in the grove. ⁠Date: c. 1925.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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The wait is almost over – our storytimes return next week!We’re adding an evening session of our popular toddler storyti...
09/02/2026

The wait is almost over – our storytimes return next week!

We’re adding an evening session of our popular toddler storytime, Sprouts, and moving our school-age storytime, Blooms, to Monday nights.

🌱 Seedlings Storytime (4-23 months)
Join Miss Amy on Tuesdays at 10:30am for a 15-20 minute interactive storytime of stories, songs, fingerplays, and other learning activities perfect for babies and their caregivers.
🌿 Sprouts Storytime (24-47 months)
With favorite stories, songs, crafts, puppet play, and more, this 30-40-minute storytime is just right for toddlers. Join Miss Denise on Tuesdays at 6:30pm OR Wednesdays at 10:30am!
🌻 Blooms Storytime (4-7 years)
Join Miss Amanda on Mondays at 6:30pm for a 45-minute storytime full of educational activities, engaging stories, and classroom readiness skills!

*Please note: there will not be a session of Blooms Storytime on Monday, September 7 as the library will be closed in observance of Labor Day*

Registration is not required for storytime events.

09/02/2026

Ever wanted to start your own book club? The library has you covered! 📚️🤓

Located across from the Adult & Teen Services desk, we have multiple copies of the same book available for checkout!

Check out one of the library’s newest online resources for families – LOTE4Kids!Lote4Kids is an online resource that pro...
09/01/2026

Check out one of the library’s newest online resources for families – LOTE4Kids!

Lote4Kids is an online resource that provides audio-visual books in many languages other than English, including ASL. Books are read by native speakers of over 100 languages.

Try it out at tinyurl.com/APLLote4Kids

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!✨Whether you’re a new cardholder or a longtime APL fan, we’re celebrating all mo...
09/01/2026

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!✨

Whether you’re a new cardholder or a longtime APL fan, we’re celebrating all month long with something for everyone:

🎁 Free prizes (for new library card sign-ups)
🔎 Scavenger Hunt — find all of our critters throughout the library to be entered into a raffle for a grand prize!
📸 Photo Frame Fun — stop by and snap a picture to celebrate your love for the library!
💳 Free Card Replacements — have a worn-out or damaged library card? Bring it in during the month of September and we'll replace it for FREE!

A library card opens the door to books, movies, music, digital resources, and so much more. 🎶📖💻

🎵 A library card hits all the right notes! 🎵

Address

20 W Duarte Road
Arcadia, CA
91006

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

(626) 821-5567

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