Chet Holifield Library
Library Hours
- Monday 10 am - 6 pm
- Tuesday 12 pm - 8 pm
- Wednesday 12 pm - 8 pm
- Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
- Friday 10 am - 6 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
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Get to Know This Library
About Chet Holifield Library
About Chet Holifield Library
- Library Size: 5,500 sq ft
- Space for Children
- Book Drop
- Space for Teens
Our Collections
Our Collections
Online Collections — Available 24 hours
Kindle e-readers
- List of Genres available at this location
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Our Services
Our Services
- Photocopier
- In-person and telephone research assistance
- MetroTAP Cards
Children's Services
- Early Learning and Engagement
- Online Homework Help
Teen Services
Our Computers
Our Computers
- Public Computers: 4
- Children's Computers: 3
- Teen Computers: 1
- Laptop & Hotspot Kits: 24
- Express Computers: 8
- Early Learning Computers: 2
Our Community
Friends of the Library
Friends of the Library a volunteer-run organization that supports the library and library events
Friends of the Library provides the following services to support the library.
- Friends of the Library Book Sale
Library History
The library was established in February of 1969 in honor of Congressman Chet Holifield, 19th District (served 1943-1974). The library primarily serves the residents of south Montebello. In January 2011, the library reopened after a year-long refurbishment project.
Political Representatives
- U.S. Congressional District 38 — Linda T. Sanchez
- CA State Assembly District 54 — Michael Santiago
- CA State Senate District 30 — Bob Archuleta
- LA County Supervisory District 1 — Hilda Solis
Local Links
- City of Montebello Municipal Code
- City of Montebello: General information on city services and programs, forms for various city services, and business startup tips.
- Beverly Hospital, Montebello, CA: Fact sheet, services, staff news, web resources, health & medical information.
- Montebello Unified School District: Homepage for all the schools of the Montebello Unified School District.
Staff Picks (All Ages)
A monthly list of noteworthy titles selected by our Collection Development Services team.
Library Happenings Dec 2023
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LA County Library Hosts Vaccine Clinics at Select Libraries, Providing Free Flu Shots, Updated 2023-2024 COVID-19 Vaccines, and Mpox Vaccines
LA County announces free vaccine clinics at select LA County Library locations through December 20, 2023.