Paramount Library
Library Hours
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday 12 pm - 8 pm
- Wednesday 12 pm - 8 pm
- Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
- Friday 10 am - 6 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
- Sunday Closed
Library Photos
Get to Know This Library
About Paramount Library
About Paramount Library
- Library Size: 8,750 sq ft
- Space for Teens
- Space for Children
- Book Drop
- Meeting Rooms: Capacity 33
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Study Rooms: Capacity 4/room
- Group Study Room 1 [4]
- Group Study Room 2 [4]
- Study Room Policies
- Request a Study Room
Our Collections
Our Collections
Online Collections — Available 24 hours
Newspapers
Our Services
Our Services
- Photocopier
- In-person and telephone research assistance
- MetroTAP Cards
Children's Services
- Early Learning and Engagement
- Self-serve Homework Center
- Online Homework Help
Teen Services
Our Computers
Our Computers
- Public Computers: 8
- Children's Computers: 4
- Teen Computers: 4
- Express Computers: 8
- Early Learning Computers: 2
Our Community
Friends of the Library
Friends of Paramount Library a volunteer-run organization that supports the library and library events
Friends of Paramount Library provides the following services to support the library.
- Friends of the Library Book Sale
Library History
A desk and a reading room in a building in the Clearwater-Hynes unincorporated community became the 26th branch of the Los Angeles County Free Library in September 1913. The Clearwater Branch was located on Paramount Boulevard, (then known as Ocean), north of Alondra Boulevard, (then known as Center). It contained 121 books and the first month’s circulation was 60 books.
The library was moved to a rented building in 1930. In 1946, the library was moved to 15718 Paramount Boulevard. Two years later the Clearwater-Hynes Community became known as Paramount, although incorporation was still 9 years away. The library’s name was changed accordingly to Paramount Library.
A new building was opened in 1955 at 7913 E. Madison and was considered spacious until the new library at present location was completed in 1967. In November 1987, the building was purchased by LA County Library which all along had been providing services and materials to the community of Paramount and the adjacent area.
Following a $4.8 million renovation and Grand Reopening in July 2024, everyone can enjoy new seating options, increased access to technology, and modern amenities throughout Paramount Library. Highlights of the renovation include a community meeting room, group study rooms, and various eco-friendly upgrades.
Renovation highlights include the following:
Seating:
- 36 reader seats and 10 lounge seats
- Technology:
Desktop computers:
- 7 for adults, 4 for teens, 4 for children, 2 for early learning
- 2 iPads for accessing the library’s online catalog of resources and materials
Meeting and Study Spaces:
- Community meeting room with kitchenette, 85” TV, 9 tables, and 30 chairs
- Two group study rooms with Polycom TV, media inputs, and new seating
Convenience:
- Two self-checkout machines
- Reader tables with power and USB charging
- Digital information board in the lobby
Lighting and Accessibility:
- New ceiling light fixtures replicating skylights
- ADA-accessible restrooms with water-efficient fixtures
- High windows for enhanced natural lighting
Design and Eco-Friendly Features:
- Vertical garden in the lobby entrance
- Drought-tolerant landscaping
Political Representatives
- U.S. Congressional District 44 — Nanette Barragán
- CA State Assembly District 62 — Anthony Rendon
- CA State Senate District 33 — Lena A Gonzalez
- LA County Supervisory District 4 — Janice Hahn
Local Links
- Paramount Chamber of Commerce: Information on local events, community links, Business Resource Center, monthly newsletter and local businesses.
- City of Paramount: City issues, public information, calendar of events, council agendas, and general information on the City of Paramount.
- Paramount Unified School District: Links to schools and educational resources.
- Long Beach Unified School District: Links to the school district and other educational resources in the local community.
- Press Telegram: Online local news and information service from the Long Beach Press Telegram, a local newspaper that serves the area. Includes local sports and entertainment news.
Staff Picks (All Ages)
A monthly list of noteworthy titles selected by our Collection Development Services team.
Library Happenings October 2024
Check out what's happening at LA County Library this month. Read, celebrate, learn, enjoy!
LA County Library Celebrates the Freedom to Read with Special Events
LA County Library announces a variety of Freedom to Read events that are open to teens and adults.
Library Happenings September 2024
Check out what's happening at LA County Library this month. Read, celebrate, learn, enjoy!
Kick Off the School Year with Creativity: LA County Library’s 45th Annual Bookmark Contest Invites Young Artists to Shine
LA County Library announces the 45 annual Bookmark contest for grades K-12. Click to see the press release.