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In this month's episode of ArtLAB, we're exploring the wacky and wonderful world of Surrealism! Take a deep-dive in to the creative side of your mind to learn m...ore about this movement and create your own fantastical Surrealist art with us! When you're finished, be sure to share your surrealist creations with us on social by using the hashtag #lbplArtLAB.

*NEW SERVICE ALERT* LBPL is now offering Printing To-Go, a contactless pick-up service for printed materials. Patrons may print up to 10 pages for free between ...the hours of 10AM - 2PM, Tue. - Sat. For now, this service is only available at the Billie Jean King Main Library. For all the details on how to use Printing To-Go, visit http://www.longbeach.gov/library/news/printing-to-go/

New "Book Bites" and "Don't Know Beach About History" podcast episodes just dropped! Listen on your favorite podcast streaming apps or visit http://longbeach.gov/library/learn/podcast/

In honor of National Novel Writing Month, the Studio staff sit down and chat with award winning author Suzanne Greenberg. Suzanne, who is based in Long Beach, talks with us about her writing process and finding your passion.

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LB Reads' Easy Voter Guide Presentation reviews California’s Propositions for the 2020 election ballot in a concise and accessible way. This video will give a b...rief description of the 12 California Propositions, as well as key arguments of those who support the ballots and those who are against them. This video will also be available in Spanish. See more