Bandini Library Learning Center

BANDINI LIBRARY LEARNING CENTER

HOW DID THE LEANING IS THE BANDINI LIBRARY CLOSING?
CENTER COME ABOUT?
No, the Bandini Library is not closing, it will be adding a Learning Center
The pandemic and the challenges component. The new Learning Center will be a space dedicated for
students faced because of online Homework Help, educational workshops and lending of materials that include
distance learning prompted the City books, hotspots and laptops.
of Commerce Library to reevaluate
the needs of the community. As a WHY WAS BANDINI LIBRARY CHOSEN
result, the goal was to create a very FOR THIS NEW CENTER?
special place of learning and
discovery, providing quality Bandini Library being close to proximity to another library, gave an
homework help and learning in a opportunity for the community to still have access to a full operating library
digital environment. while providing a dedicated Homework Help center in the Bandini area.

WILL THERE BE BOOKS AVAILABLE IN THE NEW CENTER?

Yes, books will be available for checkout – the number and selection has yet
to be determined. The community will still have access to the whole
Commerce Library collection from all branches where holds can be placed
and delivered daily to the Learning Center. The Library is working to ensure
that the quantity of books at Bandini Library remains the same.

WILL THERE BE CLASS VISITS HOW WILL THE NEW
AVAILABLE FOR BANDINI SCHOOL? BANDINI LIBRARY BENEFIT
OUR COMMUNITY?
Yes, Bandini School classes will have the availability to visit the Learning
Center before it is open to the public. Along with class visits, the students Bandini Library will provide space,
and teachers will be able to checkout library materials. equipment, access, and personnel
needed to service school age
WHAT TYPE OF SERVICES AND children and community at large.
PROGRAMS WILL BE PROVIDED? With the reconfiguration of the
current library space the Bandini
The main focus of the Learning Center at Bandini Library will be after school Library will provide open seating
homework help assistance. The Center will also be used to provide and study rooms, implement various
educational programs/workshops, seminars and classes for the community aesthetic upgrades to provide a
on a variety of subjects. More details on specific classes will be provided functional, efficient, and pleasant
closer to opening day. educational environment. Also, im-
provements to the existing outdoor
IS THE NEW BANDINI LIBRARY ONLY FOR CHILDREN? patio space to include Wi-Fi,
lighting, flooring, and a pergola to
No, the Bandini Library will be available to visitors of all ages who seek to provide access all year round.
learn. We encourage the community to visit and take advantage of all the Additionally, it will include:
services and resources.
• Stand-alone computers
WHAT WILL THE BANDINI LIBRARY HOURS BE?
• Early Childhood learning
As of now, the Bandini Library open hours have not been determined but computers for pre-Kindergarten
they are likely to be in line with other libraries. After-School Homework Help learning
will be provided Monday-Thursday 2pm-6pm.
• Laptop lending Locker with
HOW WILL BANDINI LIBRARY BE STAFFED? 25 laptops available for the
public to lend out
The Bandini Library will be staffed by 4 people (1 FT Supervisor, 3 PT Home-
work Helpers and 1 FT Library Assistant). • Hotspot lending program

WHEN IS BANDINI LIBRARY SCHEDULED TO BE OPEN? • Trained personnel for
homework help assistance
To be determined. City staff will provide the community a concrete timeline
when it becomes finalized. • Workshop/Seminars

WILL I STILL BE ABLE TO CHECK OUT BOOKS OR ANY • Books and Databases
OTHER LIBRARY MATERIAL AT BANDINI LIBRARY?

Yes, all visitors with a library card will be able to check out books or any other
library materials available. Visitors will also be able to place holds on any
available materials in the Commerce Library system.

CITY COUNCIL BANDINI LIBRARY LEARNING CENTER

Mayor Oralia Rebollo Purpose:
Vice Mayor Hugo Argumedo
Councilmember Ivan Altamirano Through its Library Services Department of the City of
Councilmember Mireya Garcia Commerce, the city seeks to create a learning space that gives
Councilmember Kevin Lainez access to quality homework help and learning in a digital envi-
ronment in their neighborhood.
Rosewood Neighborhood Library
5655 Jillson St. Goal of the Project:

Commerce, CA 90040 • To resurrect and bolster Homework Help as a means to
Monday - Thursday: overcome the educational disparities which have been
exacerbated by the pandemic and the challenges students
10am - 8pm have had because of online distance learning.
Friday: 1pm - 6pm.
• To implement and enrich student’s learning process by providing
Bristow Neighborhood Library instruction, resources and support in accessing information.
1466 S McDonnell Ave
Commerce, CA 90040 • To provide a positive environment that encourages inquiry and
discovery through the use of adequate computer
Wednesday and Thursday, equipment and accessible resources.
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Engage Students in applied learning to enhance their
Veterans Neighborhood Library intellectual development
6134 Greenwood Ave
Commerce, CA 90040 • Provide a quiet space to study and learn
Monday and Tuesday,
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. The Center will include:

• 12 stand-alone computers

• Early Childhood learning computers for pre-Kindergarten
learning

• Laptop lending Locker with 25 laptops available for the
public to lend out

• Hotspot lending program with 5G capability with 20 devices

• Trained personnel for homework help assistance

• Study Rooms

• Workshop/Seminars

• Books and Databases