This library is better than most of the LA County libraries in the area. I was able to find a few…read morebooks here that are not available in many other libraries.

Came in and had some questions and the librarian at the end of the hall was very friendly and…read morehelpful. Not overly loud and have done quiet study areas to use

Monrovia Library is simply the top library in the San Gabriel Valley! We've gone to multiple…read moresurrounding libraries in the Pasadena, Arcadia and Duarte area and feel Monrovia Library definitely has the best community programs and activities for families and children. What really stands out is their Storytime hosted by Ms. Annette every Wednesday at 10:00am, which I've been bringing my 2 kids to for over 5 years. She is such a wonderful gem to the community! The effort she puts into the weekly Storytime and the various youth programs is outstanding and admirable. The exceptional quality of work when one's passion, interests, and strengths align is apparent in Ms. Annette's dedication to her job. Another huge selling point about this library is the convenience of a playground right behind it and its beautiful outdoor surroundings of mature trees. It's located right next to Old Town Monrovia, so you can walk over to the downtown for a drink or meal afterwards and make a whole day out of your visit. Highly recommend!!!

What a great library! The staff is incredibly helpful and will help with whatever you need. There…read moreis a wealth of resources for kids, teens, and adults. They have a beautiful fountain and tree in front a a super fun play area for the kids.

I checked out the temporary Library (located less than a block than the regular one) and it is…read moresmaller, but it has a nice selection of books and even a Friends of the Library bookstore! So, that's great! Till they finish renovations at the original location, this is a nice option for those who live in the area to be able to check out books ,movies and also buy books at the cute store! Closed Fridays and Saturdays! I'll like to check out the original building someday, it's old, elegant, looks cozy with shady spots and lots of benches to relax with a book in your hand! You can do that even now! Nice spot in Sierra Madre!

Nice quiet place to read, bathroom was clean and staff was helpful…read more Outside, there is also a serene courtyard with lots of trees and benches. This library has such cool programs available like sewing workshops and kids reading to dogs (not that dogs need to be read to but it's a great opportunity for children to improve their skills and pet an animal). Check out their library calendar to find out more of what they have to offer!

During heat waves like this week the library turned into cooling center had a room so the elderly…read moreand frail can go their about 2 days ago they had it open late so our elderly don't die from heat wave I think yesterday it was in the 90s and the other day it was like 100 so thank you crowell library keep in mind it's still technically winter and March so global warming maybe but this library is a life saver

During my visits to Crowell Public Library, I initially observed that the exterior architecture…read morecarries a historical charm and is visually appealing. However, beyond the building's design, my experiences within the library have been deeply concerning. Over multiple visits, I have encountered employees whose conduct has been inconsistent with professional standards. Staff behavior has, at times, been selective and antagonistic toward certain patrons, including both adults and children. On several occasions, this conduct has escalated into interactions that were verbally aggressive and physically intrusive in nature. Personally, I, along with my nephews, niece, and other family members, have experienced repeated instances of being singled out, harassed, and subjected to what can reasonably be described as hazing while attempting to use the library and its resources respectfully. These incidents have not been isolated, and I have documented several of them through recordings. The overall environment created by staff has, at times, felt restrictive and punitive rather than welcoming, which is not in alignment with the purpose of a public library. This pattern of behavior is unacceptable. Library staff and management are responsible for ensuring that all employees consistently uphold professional ethics, integrity, and appropriate standards of conduct--without exception or selective enforcement. I expect immediate review and corrective action to address these concerns and to ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all patrons.

Omg I am completely mortified. The library was full of homeless people and just a lot of weirdos…read more There was a lady in front of me cursing out loud at the desk I was sitting at. The ladies bathroom had a hole in the wall!!! And when I went outside to see wha room is next door it was the men's bathroom!!!!! I feel mortified and absolutely shocked. Libraries are supposed to be a place you can feel safe and take your kids. I would never bring anyone here. The librarians were just sitting there on their monitors. I felt so unsafe I immediately left and will not be going back.

Taking one star away from a full rating, as it was extremely tedious to sign up for a library card!…read moreI'm not sure if you can do it in-person, but I did it online on www.cityofpasadena.net/library But this was still a bit of a process. **Rating my experience with a toddler** This is our local library and I'm only familiar with the kids section. I would say that about 1/4 of the library is dedicated to kids, so a pretty good selection! There are reading areas, books are neatly organized by author, and I find the staff very friendly and helpful in finding books for us. You can also find books on their online catalog and place holds. When the book is available, they will send you an email and you have about a week to pick up the book. They also have story time in parks and frequent book sales. Plenty of guest parking. I never had to struggle finding a spot. The max number of books you can check out is 100, so we have a lot to go!

To be perfectly honest, if you were to ask me how to describe/explain what The Huntington has to…read moreoffer, I wouldn't even know where to start - quite literally. When I've told friends and family about this place, I've almost always been at a loss for words because there is just so much to detail. And yet, if/when they ask me if it's worth checking out, the answer comes out quick, clean, and clear - absolutely! Sitting on what is/was the Huntington family's estate, this place is very impressive. Within their expansive, palatial grounds, there's a library, multiple art galleries and museums, several botanical gardens, a conservatory, a research center, an educational center, a Japanese heritage house (Shoya House), a tea room, a Chinese restaurant, a milk tea shop, numerous smaller gardens, and so much more. What's more, each of those museums, galleries, and gardens are distinctly different from each other - galleries and exhibits featuring American, British/European, and Asian artwork, a Japanese garden, a Chinese garden, a desert garden, a rose garden, a bonsai garden, a California garden...and the list goes on. Despite having spent the better part of a day walking around and exploring the grounds, I'm pretty sure we only managed to get through roughly half of what there is to see here. Of the ones we did make it through, my favorites were the Chinese and Japanese gardens, as they felt the most tranquil and offered the most shade of all of the gardens we saw. Not to mention the fact that we ended up spending a lot of time here before and after stopping in for lunch at the Jade Court Cafe in the Chinese garden. Among the galleries, I also enjoyed walking through the Huntington's Art Gallery, which seemed to hold most of the oldest American and European pieces, as well as historical info about the Huntingtons themselves. Given how much there is to see here, The Huntington is worth the price of admission, even if it does appear to be a little hefty ($34 for adults, with discounted rates available for seniors, students, military, and kids). They do offer free admission on the first Thursday of each month as well, but you'll need to claim tickets in advance starting the Thursday before. Also, if you're short on time, the visitor center has a list of highlights and suggested itineraries, but you'll inevitably miss out on a lot to see. Whenever you do come here, though, even if it's just to go to their tea room, make sure to bring sunscreen and wear some comfortable shoes, as you'll end up doing plenty of walking outdoors. They do have a tram that circles loops around the grounds, but you'll still have to walk from the stop to wherever you want to go. Just make sure to stop and smell the many flowers along the way!

An amazing & beautiful experience! Came w/ my mom on a Wednesday and it was so packed!…read more I want to give a Honorable shout out and thanks to the shuttle busses! T-T ^_^ The shuttle lines really saved my mom, as she wouldn't have been able to enjoy the park or walked that far apart from the gardens. Thank you so much for having and keeping this feature! Staff were welcoming and friendly. The Japanese & Chinese garden was def their main features alongside the Rose Garden blooms which were beautiful in the spring bloom. They also have a huge gift shop for people to enter w/o the need of a ticket as well(:

Nice library. Remodeled over a year ago so things are nice and new inside. Study rooms are…read moreavailable for public use. Just have to make a reservation. They have various kids and adult programs. Check website for schedule. Location is clean for most part and Staff is friendly. However some unhoused individuals have been known to come in to use the facilities. There is a park right in front of library as well with a small playground for when kids just need to play. The park is a good size. There is a parking lot which can fill up. However there usually is plenty of street parking if the lot is full.

The library has recently revamped its interior, creating a more spacious environment in the…read morechildren's section. The toys, blocks and play kitchen are no longer there, however the area feels much larger and inviting. The library offers story times and other free events for kids. The selection of books is somewhat limited, their hold system is exceptional! If a book isn't available at the branch but is part of the library network, it can be delivered to the library of your choice. Tip: use their app to place a hold! You can also renew books on there too!

This a great library with an excellent staff that are very attentive to the patrons. It is now…read moresafe and secure due to some modifications they made. Online ordering is a great way to order books throughout the entire system. Glad they are back open. Thank You

It's very close to me and not too busy. The staff are friendly. ...but it's been closed for a…read morewhile now due to renovation. I hope they can speed it up and open back up soon.

真是个小惊喜！本来没抱太大期望，结果发现Alhambra Civic Center Library的藏书还挺丰富，居然有一个专门的中文区！…read more 最让我乐的是，这里不光有中文小说，居然还有中餐食谱和种菜攻略，哈哈哈！这是要精准俘获我们华人同胞的胃和田园梦吗？甚合我意啊，哈哈哈！ 图书馆门口的花圃也是一绝，每到花季简直是一道亮丽的风景线，拍照打卡超美！ 不过，唯一有点小遗憾----那个免费可领的种子站，我去了几次都是空的。问了前台，也直接说"没有"。看着那么大个展示区域形同虚设，感觉错过了一个亿的快乐！ 希望图书馆能把这个有趣的项目重新搞起来呀！

We absolutely love this public library. It's consistently clean, well-maintained, and feels very…read moresafe especially with the police station right next door. The children's section is adorable and a great space for little ones to explore. Occasionally you'll see a homeless individual wander through, but staff generally handles it quickly and professionally. One suggestion: the wall toys and kids' tables could use more frequent cleaning, as there's some visible grime from heavy use. Also, while the library offers a lot of great children's events, most are scheduled on weekday mornings, which makes it difficult for working parents or families with kids in daycare. It would be wonderful to see more weekend or late-afternoon options around 4 PM. Overall, the atmosphere, and the convenience of being within walking distance of so many great restaurants is great. It's truly a gem for families in the area.

Weekly variety activities for kids to enjoy. Staffs are nice and friendly. Kids have so much…read morelearnings from art and crafts beside reading books. Areas are clean and neat as always. One of the recommended place to start kids to get used to library. My kids love to come here during weekend to join all of fun after the school days.

This is small quaint library that is located in Rosemead. It's part of the Los Angeles County, so…read moreit uses the same library card under this umbrella. [This is not to be mistaken with Los Angeles (city) Public Library.] There is plenty of parking that can be accessed from Muscatel Ave. There are a lot of charging stations for electric vehicles. There is a QR code to scan to pay PowerFlex. The book drop boxes are also in the parking lot. This library is closed Sundays and Mondays. Overall the library is very clean, not cluttered. I think this is because they don't overcrowd the library with too many shelves. There are bathrooms, water fountains with a refill station, and a conference room in the lobby. Beside the kids section, there is the teen section, some computers, and tables scattered around. There is separate area called the Asian Pacific Resource Center. There are more books, prints, and audio resources.