Covina Public Library
🏢 City of Covina · Covina, California
Covina Public Library
Covina Public Library serves the San Gabriel Valley community from its downtown location at 234 N. Second Avenue, offering late evening access until 7 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday and going fine-free as of July 1, 2026 — no late fees on returned materials. The building's interior once stood in for a Baltimore County library in a 2004 television film, a small piece of Hollywood history for this quietly distinctive city library.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11am–7pm |
| Wednesday | 11am–7pm |
| Thursday | 11am–6pm |
| Friday | 10am–4pm |
| Saturday | 10am–4pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 234 N. SECOND AVE., COVINA, CA 91723
Phone: +1626-384-5303
Website: covinaca.gov
Plus Code: 856434Q6+7V (COVINA, CA)
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📖 About Covina Public Library
Covina Public Library is the municipal library of Covina, California, a San Gabriel Valley city in Los Angeles County with a population of about 50,000. The library is located at 234 N. Second Avenue in downtown Covina, with a secondary entrance accessible from the parking lot off E. Italia Street. As of July 1, 2026, the library operates on a fine-free model: late fees have been eliminated, though replacement costs still apply for lost or damaged materials. Patrons can borrow up to 25 items simultaneously — books, audiobooks and magazines for 21 days, DVDs for 7 days — and access 90 minutes of free computer use daily with a library card. Digital collections include eBooks and audiobooks through the Southern California Digital Library via the Libby app, cloudLibrary, and PressReader for digital newspapers and magazines. The library's adult literacy program, supported partly by California Library Literacy Services, provides tutoring for English skills, ESL and citizenship preparation, while the T.E.A.M. teen advisory group (ages 13–17) gives young adults a voice in library programming.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Fine-free since July 1, 2026 — no late fees on returned materials, making borrowing truly no-cost for Covina residents
- Open until 7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, with Saturday hours for weekend access in the San Gabriel Valley
- T.E.A.M. teen advisory group (ages 13–17) shapes library programming for Covina's young adult community
- Adult literacy tutoring for English skills, ESL and citizenship prep, funded in part by California Library Literacy Services
- Dual digital eBook platforms — Libby (Southern California Digital Library) and cloudLibrary — plus PressReader for 7,000+ publications
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Covina cardholders access digital content free through the Southern California Digital Library and partner platforms:
📚 Services
- Fine-free borrowing (since July 1, 2026) — no late fees on returned materials
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the library (network: 'Library', no password required)
- Public computers: 90 minutes free daily with a library card
- Print, copy and scan services ($0.25 B&W, $0.50 color per page)
- Free library card for Covina residents
- Adult literacy tutoring (English skills, ESL, citizenship prep)
- Interlibrary loan and reference services
- Access to California Library Services for the Print Disabled (free Braille and audio materials)
🎸 Programs
- Children's storytimes and family literacy programs
- T.E.A.M. teen advisory group for ages 13–17
- Adult book clubs and DIY workshops
- Makerspace activities
- Summer reading program for all ages
- ESL and citizenship preparation classes
📍 Nearby Libraries in the San Gabriel Valley
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Covina Public Library charge late fees?
No. As of July 1, 2026, the library is fine-free — there are no late fees on returned materials. Replacement costs still apply if an item is lost or damaged, but simply returning a book or DVD late incurs no charge.
What digital eBook platforms does Covina Public Library offer?
Covina offers two digital eBook platforms: the Libby app through the Southern California Digital Library (OverDrive), and cloudLibrary — both free with a Covina card. PressReader provides access to more than 7,000 digital newspapers and magazines, and digital New York Times access is also included.
What is the T.E.A.M. program at Covina Public Library?
T.E.A.M. (Teen Engagement And More) is the library's teen advisory group for ages 13–17. Members help shape library programming and events for young adults in the Covina community, giving teens a direct role in how the library serves their age group.
Does the library offer adult literacy tutoring?
Yes. Covina Public Library provides adult literacy tutoring for English reading and writing skills, ESL learners, and residents preparing for citizenship exams. The program is supported in part by California Library Literacy Services funding.
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