Use the new enhanced My Library Account (which offers an ezlogin option) to renew books, check hold status and suspend holds, save searches, save lists and even provide others with an rss feed of your saved lists.
You can also use the traditional catalog's account feature, which also allows on-line fine payments.
A blog for the Subject Departments of the Central Library
May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month which was officially designated and signed into law in 1992. This month is also known as Asian & Pacific Islander American Heritage Month.
Library of Congress defines the geographic areas of the world as the following:
“. . . A rather broad term, Asian-Pacific encompasses...
The Los Angeles Public Library kicked off a campaign called “Money Matter$: Know More, Make More” in April 2013 in recognition of financial literacy month. But that is only the beginning of what the library has to offer.
Have you always wanted to learn a new language but don’t have time to take a class or participate in a conversation group? Do you have a computer, a laptop, a tablet, or a smartphone? Then you’re in luck! You can learn a language from anywhere using the library&rsqu
As the numerous TV programs like “Antiques Roadshow” or “Pawn Stars” tell us, people have a great desire to find out what their stuff is worth. As librarians, we’re usually not qualified to make a judgment on most items.
Ever wonder where to start looking on our website for finding different materials that the library has? Whether it’s a book, magazine article, CD, digitized photo, a historical map, or even some songs to download, here is a quick guide on where to click first, just so you can g
In 2001 Stanley Kubrick’s 1968 film adventure was still the ultimate trip. Now BluRay technology brings this epic odyssey in space to the present. Join us for a film screening of Kubrick’s space odyssey film on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Central Library from 1-4 p.m.&nbs
Do you believe in magic? While Disney may have the Magic Kingdom, Hollywood has the Magic Castle. It’s there that some of the best magicians in the world perform and where they also mentor aspiring young adult magicians in the Academy of Magical Arts.
Taking Bailey on the family vacation this summer or going hiking next weekend with Mr. Bear? The History Department has the guidebooks you're looking for! Have a bet on which presidents had a pup in the White House?
Although not as inevitable as death and taxes, most of us will have to take a standardized test at some point in our lives, either for educational assessment or for employment.
Poetic Voices of the Muslim World, an exhibit and series of readings and performances celebrating the beauty and power of Muslim poetry ranging from ancient times to the 21st century, is currently being presented by Central Library's Literature and Fiction Department and the
Over 300 people attended this year’s annual Science Day event, celebrated at Central Library on March 30, 2013. Now in its 8th year, the theme of Dinosaurs made this our BIGGEST success yet.
