PHOTO RELEASE
March 26, 2026
Creativity on Display: LA County
Library Celebrates 46th Annual Bookmark Contest Winners
More than 9,000 young artists submitted original designs, with 20 grand prize winners recognized by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors
LA County Library recognized the winners of its 46th Annual Bookmark Contest at Tuesday’s Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors meeting. More than 9,000 young artists from across the County submitted original bookmark designs, with 20 grand prize winners selected across four grade-level categories in each of the County’s five Supervisorial Districts. In recognition of Supervisor Hilda L. Solis’ service, two young artists created special commemorative bookmarks celebrating her legacy as she concludes her tenure on the Board of Supervisors at the end of this year.
A beloved tradition since 1980, the annual contest highlights LA County Library’s commitment to fostering literacy, creativity, and lifelong learning. The winning bookmark designs are now available at all LA County Library locations. To view this year’s winning bookmarks and learn more, visit LACountyLibrary.org/bookmark-contest-winners-2025/.
Photo 1: Grand Prize Winners Honored at Board of Supervisors Ceremony
Grand prize winners of LA County Library’s 46th Annual Bookmark Contest pose for a group photo during a recognition ceremony at the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors meeting.
Photo 2: Commemorative Bookmark Designs Honor Supervisor Hilda L. Solis
Special commemorative bookmarks created by Mason Koh, grade 8, and Lizbeth Ochoa Barrera, grade 10, were designed in recognition of Supervisor Hilda L. Solis and her years of service to Los Angeles County.
Photo 3: Winning Bookmarks from First District, Supervisor Hilda L. Solis
From left, First District bookmark contest winners Eliana Gu, kindergarten; Jessica Huang, 4th grade; Ethan C. Ritz, 8th grade; and Jesus Lobato, 11th grade, are pictured in LA County Library’s 46th Annual Bookmark Contest display.
Photo 4: Winning bookmarks from Second District, Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell
From left, Second District bookmark contest winners Noelle Pocsangre, 2nd grade; Alissa White, 5th grade; Zach Chang, 8th grade; and Blake Doane, 12th grade, are featured in LA County Library’s 46th Annual Bookmark Contest display.
Photo 5: Winning bookmarks from Third District, Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath
From left, Third District bookmark contest winners Decker Spiegel, 1st grade; Brian Liu, 5th grade; Irie Yu-Aginuma, 7th grade; and Lucy Venn, 10th grade, are shown in LA County Library’s 46th Annual Bookmark Contest display.
Photo 6: Winning bookmarks from Fourth District Supervisor Janice Hahn
From left, Fourth District bookmark contest winners Karely Y. Nalvarte, 1st grade; Jesus Ojeda, 5th grade; Elizabeth Potter, 8th grade; and Erin Noh, 10th grade, are featured in LA County Library’s 46th Annual Bookmark Contest display.
Photo 7: Winning Bookmarks from Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger
From left, Fifth District bookmark contest winners Andy Wang, kindergarten; Audrey Xu, 5th grade; Alyssa Eng, 7th grade; and Claire Kruis, 10th grade, are pictured in LA County Library’s 46th Annual Bookmark Contest display.
Photo Credit: LA County Library
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About LA County Library
LA County Library belongs to our communities and serves as a portal to learn, grow, and succeed. Founded in 1912, it is one of the largest and most innovative library systems in the US, and was awarded the nation’s highest honor—the National Medal for Museum and Library Service—in 2023. Dedicated to reducing barriers and increasing access for all through culturally responsive and dynamic collections, programs, and services, LA County Library serves 3.4 million residents across 3,000 square miles through its 86 libraries and 15-vehicle mobile fleet, including Bookmobiles, MākMō maker mobiles, and outreach vehicles. To learn more, visit LACountyLibrary.org and follow @LACountyLibrary on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and YouTube.
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