Questions? 
CLICK HERE TO LIVE CHAT WITH LIBRARY STAFF
 
Or SMS/Text us at (626) 802-4481
Staff are available to respond Mon-Fri, 9 am-5:30 pm
NEW EBOOKS!
Checkout our ebook collection with your library card! Don't have a card, register for an ecard online.
 
CLICK HERE to browse our Teen eCollection on OverDrive.
 
CLICK HERE to browse new YA ebooks on Cloud Library.
 
Virtual Teen Events
Prescription Drugs Misuse and Abuse (Webinar)
Thursday, May 7, 5:00pm
Do you know what to do with medication once it's expired? Are you aware of prescription drug trends among youth? Join us for an informational session and you'll be entered in a prize drawing to win a gift card! For teens and adults. Presented by Day One. Register online at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
 
Alcohol and the Body (Webinar)
Thursday, May 14, 5:00pm
As stressors rise, alcohol consumption has increased as well. In this webinar, we'll discuss the impact of alcohol on the body, explore the reasons for alcohol use among youth and learn about drinking trends. Join us for an informational session and you'll be entered in a prize drawing to win a gift card! For teens and adults. Presented by Day One. Register online at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
 
Zine Together
Tuesday, May 19, 4:00pm
A hands on guided activity for all ages. All you need is paper and a writing or drawing tool. This zine activity will explore a number of topics around mental health, wellness, gratitude, and self care. Register online at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
 
Creating Resilience (Virtual Workshop)
Wednesday, May 27, 5:00pm
Join us in gaining skills to build resilience by identifying your unique strengths. Learn how to maintain a positive perspective and connect to how to become adaptable to life stress. This workshop will also incorporate a short yoga session. Don't have a yoga mat? You can arrange to pickup a FREE YOGA MAT from Jackie Robinson Center; let us know and we'll confirm with you. For all ages. Sponsored by Pasadena Public Health and LACDMH Innovation 2 Grant. Register online at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
 
 
ADVOCACY & TRAINING
Youth Network Online Meeting
Wednesday, May 6, 4:00-5:30pm
Online using GoToMeeting. Sign up and we'll send you a link
Discussion with other youth and youth leaders. We will focus on issues and concerns during COVID-19 and Safer at Home. Register online pasadena.evanced.info/signup
BOOK CLUB
Virtual YA Book Club
Monday, May 11, 4:00pm
Online
Join us for a discussion of The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. We'll be meeting online. For teens only. Reminder: you can borrow ebooks with your library card online for free! Register online at pasadena.evanced.info/signup
Spring Read Online Reading Program
Spring Read begins March 23rd--Connect with us, read, complete activities, and discover the world from home!
 
 
Everywhere Book Fest
May 1st & 2nd
A virtual gathering of kidlit authors, books, and readers that will bring the book festival experience to everyone. https://everywherebookfest.com/
 
 
CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Sketches & More
Wednesday, May 13, 4:00pm
Relax and create some art in this guided session for teens with staff from the Armory. Sign up online pasadena.evanced.info/signup 
 
 
Hogwarts Digital Escape Room
You can complete this escape room as a group or as individual. You can compete against friends and try it multiple times. This escape room experience was created by Peters Township Public Library in McMurray, PA. Click on the link above to access it.
 
 
SCHOOL & LIFE SKILLS
Free Tutoring from Caltech Y
The Caltech Y is offering FREE online math and science tutoring by Caltech undergrad and graduate students to Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) and surrounding school district students during the COVID-19 crisis. Fill out their interest form to receive an invitation to join the online platform.
 
 
Library Online Resources overview
This recorded presentation reviews all the basics of accessing Pasadena Public Library's online resources including ebooks and databases, with an emphasis on teen resources. CLICK HERE to watch the workshop.
 
 
Ebooks & E-Audiobooks
We have ebooks, audiobooks, movies to stream, downloadable music, and magazines online. Click on the link above for access. If you don't have a library card, you can get an e-card
 
 
Book a Librarian -- online
Need help getting resources, finding references for your homework, or help navigating all those online tools? From April-May 2020, teens can receive a virtual "Book Us" appointment via a video conferencing site (like Google Hangouts). Or if you have a question that can be answered via email, contact Jane Gov at jgov@cityofpasadena.net
 
 
College, SAT/ACT resources
https://cityofpasadena.libguides.com/webteen/college
Tips, practice tests, resources for College, Financial Aid, Scholarships, and SAT/ACT.
 
 
News You Can Use
Free Food Pickup
PUSD's Food & Nutrition program is now providing drive-through, pick-up of breakfast and lunch for any youth under the age of 18. Food will be available for pickup (via car or walk-up) between 9 am and 11 am weekdays at a number of schools. Click on THIS LINK for sites and menus.
If you are unable to pick up meals and need it delivered to your home, fill out THIS FORM.
 
 
Access to internet or emergency food or assistance
PACTL is open for support and assistance. They will have their bread pantry open on Monday, at 5:30pm to 6:30pm. 236 W. Mountain suite #204. Pasadena, CA 91103
 
 
Young & Healthy
We connect underserved children with free medical, dental and mental healthcare through our volunteer doctors; help families with insurance enrollment and navigation; and provide referrals to local services. We are here to help! Just call us, 626.795.5166, or send us a message
 
 
More information
Information about Pasadena Public Library's response to COVID-19
https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/coronavirus/
 
Resources for Supporting PUSD Students and Families during School Closure (English/Espanol) 
https://docs.google.com/document/d/173ecMN8FP8youdQUhBJ7lU6JMdQA1Vn8nYKbJ073lK8/edit
 
Information about COVID-19 and a variety of resources from our community: 
https://gostars.org/covid/
 
 
Featured Teen Book Review
What I Want You to See
By Catherine Linka
Review by Jasmine Sov, age 14
 
Winning a full-ride scholarship to California’s top art school previously seemed like a crazy, awesome, happily-ever-after for Sabine Reyes, but it’s not all it’s cracked up to be. The renowned professor Colin Krell, who she’d hoped to be mentored by, has turned out to be a merciless critic and seems to take pleasure in shooting down her best work warning her that she’ll lose her scholarship if she doesn’t improve. But when she meets a seasoned grad student named Adam, who shows her Krell’s unseen masterpiece, she finds in the painting the keys to her success. After all, she was instructed to copy a painting that she has a connection with…but what would he think of her copying a painting that hasn’t been seen by anyone except Krell and now herself? And how should she deal with accidentally becoming an accomplice in a crime so well-plotted that no one but her knows about?    ... [READ THE FULL REVIEW ON THE TEENS BLOG]
Career Corner
Here are some volunteer, internship, and job opportunities for youth.
 
Day One Advocates
Day One trains middle school, high school, and college students to be positive role models, ambassadors for healthy lifestyles, and informed and engaged members of their communities. Meets Weds 4pm. Contact: Nancy@godayone.org
VIRTUAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
 
There are volunteer opportunities for the library that you can do online while being safe at home. Click on the link above to view the tasks.
Resources for Angelenos Economically Impacted by COVID-19
For those whose jobs have been impacted by COVID-19, this website enables unemployed or underemployed Angelenos to find and apply to job opportunities across all industries, so they can start working right NOW.