LBPLFoundation

This Mother’s Day, honor the women who inspired you with a gift that gives back 💝 Make a tribute donation in honor of a mom, grandmother, or caregiver who has made a difference in your life, and we'll send a personalized note letting them know. lbplfoundation.org/givenow/

30 years of roots, a future full of branches 🌳📖 We are thrilled to unveil a refreshed brand identity for the Long Beach Public Library Foundation! Our new logo—a tree growing from an open book—captures the heart of our mission. Thank you for being part of our story 💙

Our libraries are more than just buildings—they’re resources that meet you where you are! Day 3 of #NationalLibraryWeek is #LibraryOutreachDay, and we're proud to support @LBCityLibrary services, such as the Mobile Studio and homebound resources, that go beyond four walls.

Happy #LibraryWorkersDay! Today we celebrate the incredible staff at every Long Beach Public Library branch. Our library workers are information navigators, mentors, and community builders who help shape the lives of everyone who walks through our doors. Thank you all!

Reminiscing on our @LibrariansFilm screening at the @ArtTheatre - highlighting all librarians do to protect the freedom to read! It’s #NationalLibraryWeek and #RightToReadDay, a reminder that this right is essential. Learn how you can support it here: lbplfoundation.org/booksunbanned/

Nancy Lynée Woo is a local eco-centric poet who mentors teen poets thru @LBCityLibrary's Youth Poet Laureate program. She first came across her recommended book, Last Days by Tamiko Beyer, while she was completing her MFA. Check out more here: lbplfoundation.org/long-beach-lea…

Monica Leff, the chair of @literarywomenlb (happening tomorrow!), is our most recent Leaders Are Readers feature. This Women’s History Month, she wants to highlight one of her favorites: Reading Like A Writer. Check out the full feature here: lbplfoundation.org/long-beach-lea…

You’re invited! Join us on Thurs. 4/16 at the @ArtTheatre for an exclusive screening of the documentary @LibrariansFilm. All proceeds will benefit all 12 Long Beach Public Library locations. Purchase tickets to support our libraries here: lbplfoundation.org/event/libraria…

We are excited to welcome our two new Board members, Bette Ann Baker and John M. Edmond! Learn more about their backgrounds and why we're thrilled to have them on the Board here: lbplfoundation.org/2026-new-board…

This #blackhistorymonth, Councilmember @DrJoniLBC is highlighting one of her favorite books to read with her kids: Ada Twist, Scientist. Read about why she loves this book here: lbplfoundation.org/long-beach-lea…

LBPLF President John Mathews II is our featured Long Beach leader this month! A book that’s stuck with John recently is Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen Douclef, Ph.D. “This book inspires me to parent more calmly and be a cooler Dad!” Read more here: lbplfoundation.org/long-beach-lea…

Support public libraries this #GivingTuesday! Your gift, in any amount, keeps @LBCityLibrary strong and filled with opportunity for everyone who walks through the doors. Visit LBPLF.org/GiveNow to donate today.

Our current featured Long Beach Leader, U.S. Army Veteran Steven Keesal, selected “Sermon on the Mount” by Emmet Fox. “This book helps me align my perspective each morning by connecting to God before I launch into a high-intensity world.” Read more at LBPLF.org/LAR

Happy #BannedBooksWeek! Last week, we launched the @LBCityLibrary Books Unbanned program, joining @BKLYNlibrary @LACountyLibrary @SDPublicLibrary @SPLBuzz & @BPLBoston in the fight against book bans and censorship. Learn more at LBPLF.org/BooksUnbanned

Long Beach Vice Mayor @RobertoUranga is our most recent featured reader. He recommends the book 1984 by George Orwell as a timely read that has stuck with him since he first read it in college. See the full feature here: lbplfoundation.org/long-beach-lea…

TODAY IS THE DAY! Let’s show Long Beach the power of libraries! It’s @LongBeachGives, and every dollar you give brings us closer to our goal. Give today and spread the word! Visit our page at bit.ly/lbplf_lbgives25

HELP WANTED! Want to help support us as we raise money to support the library? We’re still looking for volunteers for our 22nd Annual Grape Expectations Gala on Sunday September 28. Please email events@lbplfoundation.org to sign up or visit lbplf.org/grapes to learn more.

.@LongBeachGives early giving is here!! Today until Sept. 18, you can support our local libraries by visiting bit.ly/lbplf_lbgives25 Interested in a Duffy Boat ride for 6 with a charcuterie plate? Our top peer-to-peer fundraiser will win one! Visit here to sign up and learn more

Early giving for @LongBeachGives starts TOMORROW! Join our team of peer-to-peer fundraisers to win a chance at a Duffy Boat ride for 6, or donate directly, by visiting our page at bit.ly/lbplf_lbgives25 Help us show how much Long Beach loves our libraries!

Join us for @LongBeachGives and become a peer-to-peer fundraiser! Visit bit.ly/lbplf_lbgives25 to learn more.