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Kandi H.

Ok...I'm pretty much a library nerd now! :) Recently remodeled, this is another satellite locations of the Torrance Public Library System. For a small local library, it's fantastic! The selection isn't as good as the Torrance Main Library, however, they still offer a little of everything. Easy parking and quick in and out is why I keep coming back. Check their website to make sure they have what you want. Audiobooks and DVD rentals are free!! BTW...Clean Bathroom :)

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Very small. Slow & unstable wifi. Small # of PCs with 1hr usage limitation per day.

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Not a huge library, But they have a number of books and magazines you can rent with a library card.

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Redondo Beach Public Library -- The Main Library

Redondo Beach Public Library -- The Main Library

3.8(85 reviews)
3.5 mi

Huge library almost like the one in El Segundo. Lots of old books and old magazines. They may have…read moresold some of the old magazines, but everything is up to date here in all. Just nice novels and all of the History. Place is pretty clean, and they have tight security here. I see little bit of homeless here, but not so much in this library. The staff are professionals too. So, I recommend in coming down to Redondo Beach library

I had several negative experiences and awkward interactions with staff at this library so I don't…read morebring my child here anymore. It's unfortunate because it has a great kids area with a nice play space and lots of books and DVDs available. We attended an event hosted at the library where we could meet seeing eye dogs in training. My child absolutely loves dogs and we were looking forward to meeting them. It was a 1 hour event and the organizers and trainers took the first 50 minutes talking about themselves and their program leaving no more than 10 minutes at the end for everyone to meet the dogs and some of them left right after the presentation. I don't know if you've ever tried to keep an excited child away from something cute and cuddly, but it is no easy feat. I felt like a monster for trying to redirect her away from the dogs during the unnecessarily long "presentation." This was poorly organized and those trainers were very self-absorbed. How could they not know that people only came to meet the dogs, not hear them talk the whole time. The library staff are very awkward and fit the unfortunate and typical stereotype of librarians who are quite possibly mole people.

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Redondo Beach Public Library -- The Main Library
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LA County Library - Manhattan Beach Library

LA County Library - Manhattan Beach Library

4.4(84 reviews)
4.4 mi

I visited this library for the first time yesterday, and I was impressed at this facility. Parking…read moreis free (at least for two hours) if you park at the lot that is connected to the library. You can either walk around or cut through the path to get to the main entrance. The bottom floor is mostly kids media as well as DVDs, and when I went the library itself was pretty quiet, so that was a pleasant surprise. The construction of the building was nice to look at as well, with a lot of glass and stainless steel, and there were also a ton of art features, such as the hanging jellyfish when you walk up the stairs to the second floor. There are rentable study rooms, but also a good amount of tables and chairs, and most of the tables had their own outlets to use as well, making this a great place to study. I took up a spot at a table that faced the ocean, and it was just so calm and serene. I would come again, as it wasn't too busy from 1-3 PM.

This was my first time ever stopping here, and boy was I impressed for a public facility! For those…read moreof you who are ever in the area and need to print out a few forms or documents, you can't beat this library. Your first 10 printouts are free. And while my home public library in Culver City is up to the task and gets the job done, the environment here is on another level all together. Perhaps it has something to do with looking out on the mighty Pacific right? Lol Leslie and Ann were super helpful immediately upon entry as my guest and I had never been here before. In addition to their great customer service, the cleanliness of the facility also stands out. Would highly recommend to anyone.

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LA County Library - Lomita Library - 07/31/24 Book Your Adventure w/Christopher T. Magician: M w/Oscar the Rat

LA County Library - Lomita Library

4.3(23 reviews)
4.8 mi

Lomita Library is a hidden gem! It's almost always quiet and never too crowded, which makes it a…read moreperfect place to relax and explore with my kids. They have a great selection of children's books everything from popular series to fun educational reads. What I love most are the activities they offer for kids story times, crafts, and seasonal events that keep my little ones engaged and excited about reading. The staff is always friendly and helpful, and the space is clean and well-organized. Plenty of parking, too which is always a plus when you're coming with kids! If you're looking for a calm, family-friendly library with a lot to offer, this is definitely the place!

LA County has a gigantic library system, and you can access it all through Lomita library- there's…read morean app where you can request free transfers from any branch, there's the Libby app where you can get ebooks to use on your Kindle and e magazines, there are online courses, genealogy resources, all FREE! They sometimes have COVID tests you can pick up, and if there's an eclipse coming, I bet they have free Eclipse glasses! They are the biggest deal ever that nobody realizes we have!! Lomita library is in a nice civic center complex with lots of parking, it's quiet and air conditioned. Please visit, you won't be sorry. We need to keep this resource alive for so many reasons, it's really a community center.

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Isabel Henderson Library - 11/14/24 Traveling Naturalist: "Mr. Pickles" Toad

Isabel Henderson Library

4.2(10 reviews)
2.7 mi

[Review #812] 2024-011…read more The Isabel Henderson Library is 1 of 6 libraries in the Torrance district, located west of Victor Park, off Emerald & Garnet Sts. I haven't been here, but my son visited this location a few times for their events; he really enjoyed the "Tony Daniels Magic Show" this summer. I needed a place to hang out until the local fencing club was open & stopped by to work & peruse the stacks earlier in the month. It's slightly smaller than sister Southeast Torrance Library (definitely quieter even with the proximity of Victor Elementary School & St. James Catholic School), with a nice collection of youth & middle school books to entice my son to read. ツ Free WiFi is available... the login & PW is posted at the front desk/check-out counter. I get decent connectivity working here while waiting for M to finish his homework or do some light reading. I stopped in again mid-11/2024 to attend the "Traveling Naturalist" event. We ran a little late, but there's room for us to join in (capped @ 40 people). It was facilitated by Ryan English, Lead Naturalist from the Environmental Nature Center. Can you believe she traveled 39-mi.? Wowza! \(*o*)/ She started with a short story to lead/pique the children's curiosity of the animal that is to be introduced. I missed the book that announced "Blueberry" (Blue Death Feigning Beetle), & saw her escorting the insect around to be petted. This guy was "alive"/active this time. Ryan said it has "feign death" (its defense mechanism) at some presentations. She followed up with the popular Frog & Toad book, & shared a toad named "Mr. Pickles" (look but no touch due to his sensitive skin); he squeaked several times like a dog's chew toy. You can hear the kids collectively sighing: "awww!" The next friend that was introduced was "Fiesta," a rose-colored Boa Constrictor. M thought she was really pretty & cute. We had to leave after her, missing out on the rabbit/bunny (M sneaked a peek at the next book). While I was waiting for the l'il guy to wash his hands, I shared my gratitude & appreciation to the librarians for hosting this awesome event! We love our local libraries, especially for the fun, interesting, educational, etc. activities for the community... there's even events for adults! Stop by & see what this local library has to offer for you & your family, you'll be glad you did!

They are so nice when I call to ask if they have an item. After they find it, they verify it is on…read morethe shelf. Then they put it on hold at the desk for me to pick up!

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Isabel Henderson Library - "Fiesta" Boa Constrictor Introduction By Ryan English, Lead Traveling Naturalist from Environmental Nature Center

"Fiesta" Boa Constrictor Introduction By Ryan English, Lead Traveling Naturalist from Environmental Nature Center

Isabel Henderson Library - Ryan English, Lead Traveling Naturalist from Environmental Nature Center Introducing "Frog & Toad"

Ryan English, Lead Traveling Naturalist from Environmental Nature Center Introducing "Frog & Toad"

Isabel Henderson Library - Ryan English, Lead Traveling Naturalist from Environmental Nature Center Reading "Frog & Toad"

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Ryan English, Lead Traveling Naturalist from Environmental Nature Center Reading "Frog & Toad"

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