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Festivities for the grand re-opening of the Arcadia Public Library will begin on November 19. The President of the Arcadia Public Library Foundation, Jesse Vanlandingham, is still seeking donations to cover interior details.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper25762
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
October 3, 1996
Pages
p. 4
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
October 3, 1996
Pages
p. 4
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library, 1990-1999
Item ID
25962AN
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The library reopens after the expansion/renovation project with grand re-opening events. Alexis Powers and Gloria Horstman will present book reviews, David Monty will perform a magic show, and many family activities are planned for November 16-22.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper25780
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
November 14, 1996
Pages
p. 6
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
November 14, 1996
Pages
p. 6
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library - 1990-1999
Horstman, Gloria
Powers, Alexis
Monty, David
Item ID
25980AN
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Arcadia Public Library Foundation donated $35,0000 to the library.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper26870
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
February 18, 1999
Pages
p. 1
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
February 18, 1999
Pages
p. 1
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library - 1990-1999
Library Foundation
Donations
Item ID
27070AN
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Arcadia Police Officer's Association made a donation of $500 to the Arcadia Public Library Foundation to provide funds for interior furnishings.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper25811
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
March 27, 1997
Pages
p. 1
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
March 27, 1997
Pages
p. 1
Subjects
Arcadia Police Officer's Association
Arcadia Public Library - 1990-1999
Item ID
26011AN
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The expansion and creation of recreation and activity programs at all school levels and extending Arcadia Public Library hours to include Sunday afternoon topped the list of recommendations in the Youth Master Plan.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper25826
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
May 15, 1997
Pages
p. 1
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
May 15, 1997
Pages
p. 1
Subjects
Youth Master Plan
Arcadia Public Library - 1990-1999
City Council - 1990-1999
Item ID
26026AN
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The Arcadia Rotary Club has dedicated the conference room of the newly remodeled and expanded library in memory of the Methodist Hospital chaplain, Paul Johenk, who died in 1993. The article includes a profile of Johenk.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper25785
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
December 5, 1996
Pages
p. 7
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
December 5, 1996
Pages
p. 7
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library - 1990-1999
Johenk, Paul
Item ID
25985AN
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The Library Board of Trustees voted to keep the 100 paintings by Edna Lenz and Justine Wishek, a collection of pictures of the San Gabriel Valley.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper25812
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
March 27, 1997
Pages
p. 24
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
March 27, 1997
Pages
p. 24
Subjects
Lenz, Edna
Wishek, Justine
Arcadia Public Library - 1990-1999
Item ID
26012AN
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The Arcadia Fire Fighters Association has funded and built a new puppet theater for the Jerry Broadwell Children's Room of the library.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper25799
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 23, 1997
Pages
p. 2
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 23, 1997
Pages
p. 2
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library - 1990-1999
Arcadia Fire Fighters Association
Fire Department
Item ID
25999AN
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The library will reopen on Fridays beginning August 21st.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper26397
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
July 30, 1998
Pages
p. 1
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
July 30, 1998
Pages
p. 1
Subjects
Library - 1990-1999
Item ID
26597AN
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Keeping the library open on Saturday would require an additional $201,000 from the city.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper26377
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
June 4, 1998
Pages
p. 1
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
June 4, 1998
Pages
p. 1
Subjects
Library - 1990-1999
Item ID
26577AN
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The library has new equipment for people with special needs. The "Reading Edge" scans printed text, converts it and then reads it aloud for those who are blind or visually impaired. The library also has a color video magnification system.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper26378
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
June 11, 1998
Pages
p. 1
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
June 11, 1998
Pages
p. 1
Subjects
Library - 1990-1999
Item ID
26578AN
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Enjoy being safe at home with Arcadia Public Library. Arcadia Public Library is offering a surprising array of phone, pick-up, and online services that will definitely brighten your days during the pandemic.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper35700
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
April 9, 2020
Pages
p. 4
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
April 9, 2020
Pages
p. 4
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library-2020-2029
Coronavirus-COVID-19
Pandemics
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Children's Storytime Tea at la-Tea-da raised funds for the Arcadia Public Library Foundation.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper25743
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
August 29, 1996
Pages
p. 3
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
August 29, 1996
Pages
p. 3
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library Foundation
la-Tea-da
Item ID
25943AN
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Arcadia Public Library hosts workshop for freelancers building values-focused business on Thursday, January 30, with speaker Jackie Lam, an Los Angeles-based content marketer and freelance writer.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper35632
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 9, 2020
Pages
p. 4
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 9, 2020
Pages
p. 4
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library-2020-2029
Lam, Jackie
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Arcadia Public Library screens international films every third Wednesday of the month. Coming up on March 18 will be "11 Flowers." Bring your dinner, dessert is provided.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper35637
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 16, 2020
Pages
p. 10
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 16, 2020
Pages
p. 10
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library-2020-2029
International Film Program
Movies
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Arcadia Public Library hosts workshop on January 18, 2020 called The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, based on the KonMari Method, developed by author Marie Kondo. The presenter is Tiffany Ng.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper35633
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 9, 2020
Pages
p. 4
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 9, 2020
Pages
p. 4
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library-2020-2029
Kondo, Marie
KonMari Method
Ng, Tiffany
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Obituary/death notice. See hard copy in VF Friends of the Library.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper35967
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
May 13, 2021
Pages
p. 10
Announcement Type
Obituary or death notice
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
May 13, 2021
Pages
p. 10
Announcement Type
Obituary or death notice
Subjects
Selmer, Doris
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Arcadia Public Library hosts Lunar New Year celebration on January 18, 2020. Celebrating the Year of the Rat with fun stories, activities and a Lion Dance and presentation by Shin Dance Academy, sponsored by Sino U.S. Performing Arts Organization.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper35634
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 9, 2020
Pages
p. 11
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
January 9, 2020
Pages
p. 11
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library-2020-2029
Chinese New Year
Lunar New Year
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Arcadia Living celebrates grand opening of assisted living community. Located in the previous location of Vista Cove, 601 Sunset Boulevard, Arcadia Living provides assisted living services, hospice care, respite care, and adult day programs. Arcadia Mayor Sho Tay (in photo), Mayor Pro Tem Paul Cheng, and Council member Tom Beck attended.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper36045
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
July 22, 2021
Pages
p. 2
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
July 22, 2021
Pages
p. 2
Subjects
Arcadia Living
Assisted living facilities
Beck, Tom
Cheng, Paul
Tay, Sho
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City of Arcadia will reopen City Hall and other facilities to the public as part of the Safer At Work and in the Community Order issued by Los Angeles County. Beginning June 15, open facilities now include City Hall, Arcadia Fire Department, Public Works, and city parks and open spaces. The Arcadia Police Department, Community Center, Arcadia Public Library and Museum remain closed. Arcadia City Council meetings will still be conducted virtually in June.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper35762
Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
June 11, 2020
Pages
p. 10
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Newspaper
Arcadia Weekly
Date
June 11, 2020
Pages
p. 10
Subjects
Arcadia City Hall
City of Arcadia
Coronavirus-COVID-19
Diseases
Epidemics
Pandemics
Public Health
Viruses
Collection
Newspaper Index
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