Self-Service Extended Access at Main Library

Self-Service Extended Access Now Available at Altadena Main Library!

With Self-Service Extended Access, you can access the Altadena Main Library and have full use of self-service activities outside of our normal operating hours!

We now offer Extended Access to Main:

Monday — Friday: 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. (not available on scheduled holiday closures)

When you register for Self-Service Extended Access, you have full use of all library self-service activities — including self checkout (Library of Things collection, magazines, and some video games not included), using library computers, printing, copying, scanning, faxing, Wi-Fi, hold pickup, and more. Or you can just come in and use the library space to work, study, read, and relax.

Self-Service Extended Access is made possible by controlled access to the library for registered cardholders, security cameras, timed locks, and speakers for announcements, and Self-Service Extended Access is provided with grant funding by the State of California and administered by the California State Library and in partnership with Bibliotheca, LLC.

Eligibility Requirements

To participate in Self-Service Extended Access, you must be a registered Altadena Library cardholder with Good Neighbor status. Good Neighbor status is automatically assigned when you meet the following conditions:

Are eighteen (18) years or older
Provided proof of address
Have been a registered library user for at least twenty-one (21) days
Have checked out and returned at least one (1) item from the Altadena Libraries.

How to Register for Self-Service Extended Access

Request Self-Service Extended Access with a staff member or through our online catalog. Sign in and click “personal details” and fill out the field requesting extended building access in the form.
Complete orientation via the online orientation in Niche Academy or visit the library between 8 to 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday and Thursday for in-person orientation.
Sign the Use Agreement and Liability Agreements. You receive these as attachments in your “requesting access email.” The agreements can also be downloaded from this webpage and in the agreements section of the online orientation.
Submit your signed agreements through the online orientation or in-person at the Main Library.
You will receive a welcome email.
You many now use the Altadena Main Library during self-service extended access hours (8 to 10 a.m. Monday through Friday).

Please be sure you know your library PIN as this will be required to enter the building. If you do not know your library PIN, please visit the library or contact 626-798-0833 during normal operating hours to have it reset.

Extended Access Rules

You must adhere to all library policies while using the library during self-service hours, including but not limited to the Code of Conduct, Computer and Internet Policy, and COVID-19 Safety Standards, while in effect.
Your library card number and PIN are required to enter the building. If you do not know your PIN, please visit the library or contact 626-798-0833 during normal operating hours to have it reset.
Only you (and your minor children) are allowed to enter the building for Self-Service Extended Access. You may not allow other unregistered patrons into the building when entering and exiting. If any unauthorized people enter the building when you are entering/exiting, you must report it by calling the emergency number listed in your welcome email. Failure to do so may result in loss of Self-Service Extended Access.
Access to staff only areas is restricted. Staff only areas will either be blocked by stanchions or locked doors. While some areas may be available during normal staffed operating hours, they may be closed for Self-Service Extended Access. Please refrain from entering any spaces designated as staff only areas. The Small Meeting Room, elevator access and Community Room are not available during self-service extended access hours.
You accept responsibility for the space, equipment, and furniture while you are accessing the library during Self-Service Extended Access hours.
Security cameras monitor and record the use of the facility when staff are not present.
Pets are not allowed in the library at any time.
Self-checkout machines cannot accept payment. You can pay at a staff desk during normal operating hours.
The print kiosk does not accept credit cards. Copy or printout payments must be paid in coins or bills under $10. Credit Card payments for copies or printouts can only be made during normal staffed operating hours.
You may not purchase materials from the Friends of the Altadena Library book store during extended access hours.
You must comply with all announcements made during extended access hours.
Self-Service Extended Access hours and rules are subject to change.

Staff assistance is not available during Self-Service Extended Access hours. To report technical or non-emergency issues that you can not resolve on your own, call 626-798-0833 and leave a voicemail message or email hello@altadenalibrary.org.

In case of a medical or life-threatening emergency, call 911.

Niche Academy Online Orientation

Self-Service Extended Access Rules & Use Agreement

Release of Liability & Indemnity Agreement

How to Enter and Exit the Building during Extended Access

You must use the sliding glass doors on the east side of the Main Library to enter during Self-Service Extended Access.

Scan your physical library card barcode or digital barcode in our myLibro app at the entry panel to the right of the sliding door. You may also manually enter your library card number.
Enter your PIN on the entry panel. If you do not know your library PIN, please visit the library or contact (626) 798-0833 during normal operating hours to have it reset.
Wait for the entry panel to display the “Welcome Inside” message.
Approach the motion sensor. It will be active and open the sliding doors when in range.
Enter and enjoy the library.

Please exit through the same sliding doors. In the event of an emergency, please use the closest emergency exit.