Love this local branch. It is small so have been a big fan of the hold shelf since so many things come from the main location. Friendly staff who can answer all of your questions. You can sign up for a library card right in the front and the process takes less than five minutes. There are not many tables so I would not stay here for hours, but if you need to stop in then this is the perfect place. Clean, easy to navigate and a perfect addition to the neighbourhood. read more

Dana Library is a quaint little library in the Bixby Knolls area. I came to this particular Long Beach Public Library branch because a friend of mine does work here. If you see Carl tell him I said Hi! However, this library has some of the best programs the library system offers especially for adults. Just recently, I went to the Black History program. I was lucky enough that I got to share one of my favorite poems from Langston Hughes at this event. This particular program had refreshments, readings, video clips, and a discussion focused on Black History. Black History in general is a broad scope. I learned a lot about figures that I didn't know about and more about the ones that I already did know. Plus, there were button pins with some iconic figures on them to take home and LBPL pencils as well. Overall, it was a great program. Last summer, I got to participate in the Game of Thrones Book Club. It was such a great environment to geek out about GOT. Plus, I got to go home with my very own GOT bookmarks. I have one that says Winter is Coming with a wolves head. I appreciated that little memento. OMG! Do not get me started on the Harry Potter theme events that they be having here! Just last month, they had a Harry Potter program for dictionary days. Go online or pop in to check out their calendar to see what cool and interesting programs they will be doing that month! read more

Small library with a small parking lot. I was looking for somewhere that was quiet and warm (with no distracting dogs) to do some studying, but there were no tables available in the afternoon. It's pretty small and I could tell there were quite a few people there who probably spend a good part of the day there, as it provides warm shelter for those who may not have homes. The outside smelled like it may haven been used as a restroom. Yuck. But it's still a library and as part of the LB library system, I have to give it at least 3 stars for providing a good service! read more

I don't see how anyone can give a library less than 5 stars. This is a public service, come on people it's free! This is a small branch of the fairly LARGE Long Beach Public Library system, it's quaint, it's convenient, and again it's free. I was in here the other day with my kids signing them up for the summer reading program, there was actually a party going on at the library with games and all. My kids had a fantastic time playing games and winning prizes. We plan on coming here often over the summer. If you need more resources, go downtown to the main library, come on really, Long Beach isn't that big. read more

This is my community library. My husband and I moved to the Los Cerritos/Virginia Country Club area three years ago when we bought our home. Admittedly, the first time I stepped foot into the library was for storytime. My kids love books and really enjoy getting to go. However, I've stopped going to this library for storytime because of their changing rules and unwelcoming practices. I will say that the children's librarian puts on a good storytime. However, for someone who is dealing with very young children and running a public community program, she is extremely uptight. First there was the storytime for only the first 20 families that arrive, then it was by sign up only. I believe she's eased up on those now, however if you're not there early, expect to be greeted with locked doors and a sign that says "don't knock and make sure you come 10-15 minutes early next week." Quite frankly this is ridiculous. It's appalling to me as a mother and a resident of the community that I can't partake in one of it's offerings because the librarian (who clearly does not have children of her own) thinks that it would be easy for me to haul my two kids out the door to be early for her storytime. Excuse me if I have to deal with two different nap schedules (the last time we were locked out of storytime was because my infant slept in an extra 20 minutes), that there's never any parking in the tiny lot in the back and I always find myself parking blocks away trying to tow along two children to make it in time. One time I was able to make it into the lot, but was still late to storytime because I had to wait for the gentleman in the spot I wanted to park in to finish urinating in the bushes. Not to mention that it takes me a good 20+ plus minutes on a good day to get my children out the door (getting shoes on, grabbing last minute things, locking up, getting them into their car seats, etc.). So can you imagine how disappointing it is to spend 30+ minutes trying to get to storytime (drive time, parking, getting kids out and getting to the library) to be greeted by a locked door because we are 5 minutes late? Trust me, it's not like I'm not trying my very best. In our three years living here I've grown really fond of the community. However, it's just disappointing that I find myself driving all the way to Signal Hill for their library because their librarians completely get that they're serving children and the community. Dana's children's librarian needs to understand that and ease up on her uptight rules and her exclusionary restrictions. read more

I do love this library - the librarians are all so nice and helpful. It's nice and quiet and very relaxing. It's also VERY small!! Compared to the other libraries that I have been to in LB, this has definitely got to be one of the smallest that they have. If you need a certain book, you are probably gonna have to special order it or go to a different library. But, one of the things that I like about it is the intimacy. When you go into a small library every week, you get to know the people that work there and the other moms who are there every week, too! I initially started coming to this library because they had a baby / toddler playtime on Fridays before the library opened. It's was so nice to have a place to bring my little one where she could play with lots of other kids her age (but, still where I was right around the corner from home). The children's library is in a great location with lots of stuffed animals and puzzles, games, and CDs. The books are organized so the kids can easily get to them on their own (even little kids) and it's very cozy while being inviting for the babies. My daughter still looks forward to going here once a week - she loves it. When I have the time, we go in and hunker down for 1/2 an hour or so while we look through or look for books or movies or (sometimes!) just to talk. They also have a few (6?) computers for Internet access, a copy machine, a magazine room, and a little patio - - all in this nice tiny library. (: read more

I love the staff in this library their alway so welcoming and is there to help no matter what the need might be.... Me Woo-Woo loves this place.... read more

Absolutely my favorite library in Long Beach. The building is old, but its age gives it a quaint feeling rather than run-down feeling. Nice outdoor patio area with patio furniture and enclosed lounge other than the open table areas. Free wi-fi, homework help, tutoring and family computer room makes this library the go-to spot for kiddos. My kids enjoy it after school, and I feel good that they're in an environment that fosters learning. read more

This is a small branch of the LB Library system, but it's close to home so I walk up often to pick up my holds. I like libraries, but what I like best is the on-line library system...especially for CD's. It usually goes like this for me. I hear a song I like but don't want to download the whole CD on iTunes. I log onto the LBPLC website, search for the CD, wait a few days, receive an email that it's at my local branch for pickup, walk in the door to the holds shelf, find my name and my cd's (occasionally books), walk to the counter pay my 25 cent fee per CD to check out the items, and walk out the door. It's usually about a 2 minute process. My iTunes library is becoming quite eclectic so thank you LBPLC!!! read more

The only issue I have with this library is the noise level and librarians being a part of the problem.... Otherwise they would get a 5-Star rating from me. read more

Unfortunately the noise factor hasn't really improved. They have announced a Teen Café on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and it is amazingly loud. Just imagine a roomful of 40 teenagers making as much noise as they want. Unbelievable. If you can avoid the teenagers this is a place you can get free wifi and browse a decent collection of books, movies, and CDs. read more

This library is cool I brought my niece for the baby workshop on Wed at 2pm and Thursday for Toddler at 10am and it was really cool. Dana was really cool connects well with kids and gets everyone into the spirit of just being a child and learning while having fun. Also, after workshop the librarian and workers were very friendly which is a plus and help me find books I wanted. I kinda felt good being at the Library. But yeah this library is cool in my book. read more

I've been coming here for years and I love it. The librarians are very helpful, you need only ask.

The last two times I have been here to pick up books the stench of a homeless man sleeping in a chair was overwhelming. The entire library stunk. The last time I was there I waited over 10 minutes for the homeless people to evacuate the restroom. The library employee was telling patrons to walk across the street to Carl's Jr. The entire Long Beach library system has become a homeless camp. This branch is getting as bad as the main branch. read more

Convenient to the Bixby Knolls and Signal Hill residents. Book selection may not be the greatest but at least you can pick books from other libraries (assuming you reserved the book). It is true that it could get kind of loud especially after school and during the summer. Nonetheless, a decent place for free Wi-fi, air-condition, and knowledge. read more

Smaller than the library we usually go to but nice and perfect for young kids

this place is a meat locker. as in freezing cold. the librarians here are LOUD. Why say i cannot be on my cell when you are screaming at each other? pot. kettle. read more

I have been going to this library for four years now and it is one of those local neighborhood hang-outs that has good public service. They know what they're doing and Ms. Jennifer, the city librarian is just wonderful. She is always ready to extend a helping hand. Her staff are equally knowledgeable and cordial. Great spot for kids and for grad students like me if I need any academic reading material. Reading is a wonderful thing!!!! read more

Poorly designed space, seems to have been put together by folks looking for a public park, not really understanding what a library should be. Most of the space should be a quiet, thoughtful place where you can read/research in peace. The remainder (the school kids, the chess games, the entry, etc.) read more

They've got some pretty good books there. The place is a little small though, so that's why I only gave it 3 stars. Also, they need to put in an air conditioner for the hot days! read more

If you love books and architecture this is your place. Since I moved back I have been spending a lot of time here. It's a quiet place to study and the faculty is fantastic. There is plenty of room for everyone (seat wise) because the library itself is huge. As most libraries are forced to allow the homeless, this one... read more

Given its small size and the terrible lack of funding that all libraries suffer from, I would say this library is more than adequate and well worth the trip. They seem to have a good selection of books and media, as well as free wi-fi, which I was shocked to find out that half the libraries in LB do not offer. The restrooms are clean and quiet. It may not have the selection found downtown, but its small size makes it very manageable, which is definitely not true for downtown. It is a great neighborhood library, and whatever they do not have they can get from the other branches with a simple request. read more

This Library has had an overhaul! New staff and a new direction it seems. The new children's librarian does a simple Friday Story Time which me and my two daughters loved! It was all about robots! and included dancing and a robot craft that the girls are still dragging with them. The other adult or Teen Librarian is Fantastic his smile lights up the whole library found all the books I needed in like two seconds and seemed very knowledgeable about my e-book questions I have a appointment with him this Saturday. The noise is almost non-existent now well except when the kids get really excited but still all in all a fair compromise. Will no longer be driving over to Bach. read more

I've been going to this library since we moved to the area 13 years ago. My children are ages 13 - 7 now, and they still love this library. As they get older, their interests change, and so now instead of just preschool story time, we do imaginieers club and the teen reading program. Noise can sometimes be an issue when the middle school kids are hanging out after school, but how can you possibly begrudge a bunch of kids who want to be at the library? I love the sense of community; the librarians know my kids names by sight and are always helpful and supportive. It's a diverse and exciting community and I think the library reflects that. 5 stars, thumbs up! read more