South El Monte 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
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Get to Know This Library
About South El Monte Library
About South El Monte Library
- Library Size: 6,416 sq ft
- Space for Children
- Book Drop
- Space for Teens
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: 11
- Children's Computers: 5
- Teen Computers: 3
- Laptop & Hotspot Kits: 8
- Express Computers: 8
- Homework Center Computers: 1
- Early Learning Computers: 2
Our Community
Library History
The library, as part of the new South El Monte Civic Center complex, was built in 1966. Present at the dedication ceremony were County Supervisor Frank G. Bonelli and County Librarian William Geller.
The facility, under a 20-year lease from the City of South El Monte, was purchased by the County of Los Angeles in June 1986. In early 1996, the city generously financed a complete renovation of the library.
Political Representatives
- U.S. Congressional District 31
- CA State Assembly District 56 — Lisa Calderon
- CA State Senate District 22
- LA County Supervisory District 1 — Hilda Solis
Local Links
- City of South El Monte: City of South El Monte Website
- Rio Hondo Community College: Information about the local community college and the services it offers.
- El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce: General information about the El Monte / South El Monte Chamber of Commerce.
Staff Picks (All Ages)
A monthly list of noteworthy titles selected by our Collection Development Services team.
Library Happenings Dec 2023
Check out what's happening at LA County Library this December. There's so much to see, do, and learn.
Library Happenings Nov 2023
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LA County Library Debuts Four New Little Libraries at Gloria Molina Grand Park in the Heart of Downtown Los Angeles
Click to learn about the 4 "little libraries" that LA County Library has installed in Gloria Molina Grand Park in Downtown Los Angeles.
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.