Library
Visit the Covina Public Library
Address
234 N Second Ave
Covina, CA 91723
The library entrance is located next to the library parking lot off of E. Italia St
Hours
Tuesday – Friday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday & Monday: CLOSED
Upcoming Closures
No upcoming closures announced.
Contact Us
626-384-5303
[email protected]
Connect with Us
Follow the City of Covina social media channels for updates and additional content from the #CovinaLibrary
Quick Links
Library Account
Renew My Materials
Renew items by logging into your library account using your library card barcode and the PIN set at registration.
Call the service desk for assistance during open hours at 626-384-5303
Get a Card
Fill out the online application and then visit the library to receive your card.
Patrons must show a current photo ID. If the address on the ID is not current, provide proof of current address (utility bill, vehicle registration, etc.).
Borrower Guidelines
Library cards must be renewed every 2 years by verifying contact information on account.
Check-out periods and potential fees are as follows.
Services for All Ages
Services for Adults
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Children & Tween Services
The library’s services to children include a variety of programs and services for the entire family. Visit the library today to browse physical materials collections including themed picture books, children’s fiction and graphic novels, children’s non-fiction, magazines, media items, and a large easy reader section geared towards emerging readers. The library also carries materials for parents and caregivers on child development and parenting.
Check out titles from the popular “Read-along” collection – a book with an included audio component that reads aloud while you read the book!
For reference assistance in locating materials, visit or call the service desk during open hours at 626-384-5303.
Children and Family Programs
- Walk-in family storytime
- Storytime*
- Family events*
- Reading challenges*
Tween Programs
- Makerspace
- Tweens
View the current Covina Today for more information.
Teen/Young Adult Services
The library encourages teens to utilize both the library space and collections to read, learn and interact with peers. The Young Adult materials collection includes current, relevant and engaging materials for teens including popular fiction series, graphic novels, and non-fiction.
Looking to get involved with the Covina Community? Consider applying for Covina’s T.E.A.M (Teens Endeavor to Achieve More) Advisory Group to help impact the city’s Parks & Recreation and Library Services.
Literacy Services
The library encourages teens to utilize both the library space and collections to read, learn and interact with peers. The Young Adult materials collection includes current, relevant and engaging materials for teens including popular fiction series, graphic novels, and non-fiction.
Looking to get involved with the Covina Community? Consider applying for Covina’s T.E.A.M (Teens Endeavor to Achieve More) Advisory Group to help impact the city’s Parks & Recreation and Library Services.
Adult Literacy Program
Adult Basic Education
Tutoring in basic reading, writing, and math to adult learners in one-on-one or small group sessions.
Pre-test required for all applicants.
Family Literacy
Literacy is a family affair! Special programs include family-friendly activities, crafts, and giveaways.
Family Literacy programs are for families with at least one member enrolled in California Library Literacy Services or include an adult with low literacy skills who is eligible to enroll for services.
Interested in Volunteering?
If you are interested in helping to support the Covina Public Library literacy programs with a long-term commitment, please email [email protected] with “Literacy Volunteer” in the subject.
Please note: volunteers may be required to undergo fingerprinting and a TB test.
Technology at the Library: Get Connected!
WiFi
The Covina Public Library offers free wifi throughout the library’s open hours.
- The network name is: Library
- No password is required, simply accept the terms of service to login.
In compliance with the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA), internet filtering software is used on the Library’s public access computers and wireless network.
Please note: limited charging outlets are available on a first come, first served basis.
Public Computers
One hour of computer access per day is free with a Covina Public Library card.
Printing & Copy Services
Copy and print services on 8.5 x 11 paper are available.
Black & White – $0.15/page
Color – $0.50/page
Fees must be paid in cash.
eBooks, eAudiobooks & More
eBooks & eAudiobooks
Access the Southern California Digital Library
Use your library card to access hundreds of eBooks and eAudiobooks available in the Southern California Digital Library (SCDL) via the Libby. You can download the Libby app, available for iOS and Android or visit the SCDL website.
To get started:
- Click “Sign-in” and select “Covina Public Library”
- Enter your library barcode number
You may check-out up to 10 items at a time for 21 days
Free eBooks from Project Gutenberg
Free eBooks | Project Gutenberg
Project Gutenberg offers free books in epub, Kindle, and web-based formats, with a focus on older works with expired copyright from famous literary writers.
Online Resources & Research Tools
The Covina Public Library provides free access to several online resources remotely to library card holders and in-house using library computers or wireless internet.
Book, Newspaper & Library Resources
AR Bookfinder
Search for books with a corresponding Accelerated Reader Quiz and get information on reading level and AR point ratings.
Online Archive of California
The Online Archive of California is maintained by the Universities of California (UC system) and offers free public access to detailed descriptions of many primary resource collections from libraries, special collections, archives, museums, and more throughout California.
- Career Resources
- Citizenship Resources
- Research Databases
- Online Education Resources
