History
The library, as part of the new South El Monte Civic Center complex, was
built in 1966. Present at the dedication ceremony were County Supervisor
Frank G. Bonelli and County Librarian William Geller. The facility, under
a 20-year lease from the City of South El Monte, was purchased by the County
of Los Angeles in June 1986. In early 1996, the city generously financed
a complete renovation of the library.
Collection
The library's collection totals approximately 56,115 books. This includes
Spanish, Chinese, and Vietnamese language collections. In addition, the
library subscribes to 64 magazines and newspapers and has special collections
of California phone books, local college catalogs, large print books, and
a pamphlet collection. Audiovisual holdings include approximately 4,179
videocassettes and 3,502 audio recordings. The
Friends of the Library sponsor a video
rental collection.
Services
Services include three online library catalogs with a access to
online reference databases, four Internet computers, a weekly
children's storytime every Saturday at 10:30 a.m., a Summer Reading
Program, a Homework Center
and other special children's programs throughout the year. The library
also has a coin-operated typewriter and a coin-operated copy machine.
Facilities
The library building is 6,144 square feet and features a magazine lounge
area and an audio-visual section. The library was entirely refurbished in
early 1996 with new carpet, tile, and decor.
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