Posts Tagged as "Public Libraries"

At the Library: Free Lectures on Long Beach’s Cultures

Feb. 13, 2016 / By
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Since Oct. 2015, the free events have given patrons and community organizations the chance to share stories, culture, and insight as to what it is like living in another country.

NewsLongBeach: There’s a New Library in Town

Nov. 18, 2013 / By
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If you think public libraries are just books, think again. The modern library is alive and well in Long Beach...

“Knowledge Gives Us Wings”

Jul. 17, 2013 / By
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When was the last time you visited a local library branch in Long Beach?  You have thirteen opportunities, 12 branches and online...

Librarian Layoffs Can Lead to Serious Consequences

Jun. 1, 2013 / By
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At a recent school board meeting, librarians around Sacramento found out some very disturbing news...

Reading Their Fortunes: Improving the Reading Levels of Elementary School Students

Aug. 23, 2012 / By
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The Long Beach Public Library Foundation (PLF) is on a mission to dramatically improve the reading levels of primary school-aged children in Long Beach by the year 2020...