Katy Geissert Civic Center Library

Category: Public library in Torrance, California

Address: 3301 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503, USA

Phone: +13106185959

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 12–8PM

Tuesday: 10AM–6PM

Wednesday: 12–8PM

Thursday: 10AM–6PM

Friday: 10AM–6PM

Saturday: 9AM–5PM

Reviews

CONNIE HUANTE

Aug 10, 2022

It's like stepping back into the 1980's... it's an old library, but well kept and SUPER QUIET. The only downside for me is that they have limited comfy seating and large tables where you can spread out; mostly one-person cubicles. Overall though, it's a great place to hangout and read.

Olivia Havens

Jun 3, 2022

Even with Covid restrictions in place, everyone who works here is super nice and helpful. The lady at the front desk helped me get a library card (super easy) and another girl helped me find a few of the books I was looking for. The third book I wanted was not available at this location, but the lady at the front desk helped me put a hold on it at another location that did have it, so I can pick it up in a few days. I love the library!

Annalee Jin

Apr 4, 2022

This library could be so much better with faster wifi internet connection.

Gina Bullock

Feb 26, 2021

My granddaughter was taking a Hip Hop class at The Ken Miller Recreation Center. I do like this class better because it was geared to her age range (5-7), all kids were pretty much able to follow the instructor in their own ways.

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Questions & Answers

can I ask if you have a certain book in the library?

Karen O'Bryan | Aug 23, 2018
Jerome Augustin Auzout | Aug 23, 2018

Yes

Are there computers? Can we use to print some pages?

Leslie Rosiles | Aug 23, 2018
Drennita Howlett | Aug 23, 2018

Although i bring my laptop.

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Is there anything I have to pay to come in the library just for study ?

Keval Desai | Aug 23, 2019
Alan Jimenez | Aug 23, 2019

No you can go in and use one of the many desks scattered around the library. You can connect to the wifi with out a library card but if you need to use one of the computers you will need to get a library card .

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Do you have a DVD copy of Outlander?

Steve Munoz | Aug 23, 2019
Mead Duley | Aug 23, 2019

Ask the front desk bout that movie.

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When is the next big book sale?

Mary Gabriel | Aug 23, 2018
Courtney Charpentier | Aug 23, 2018

They hold quarterly sales - the last one was in April, so the next won't be for a few months but it is advertised on their website.

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Can I color print at the library?

Sir Reggy | Aug 23, 2018
Courtney Charpentier | Aug 23, 2018

Yes - color pages are .50 per page.

Can I bring food with me to the library?

Gray | Aug 23, 2017
aussietrbl | Aug 23, 2017

Drinks with kids are OK with but No Food is allowed in eye library. They do have a courtyard with tables and benches and you can eat your food out there

Is this library open now?

Lissana Tamayo | Sep 26, 2021
ከየት ልግዛው አማክሩኝ? Locate me where should I buy? | Sep 26, 2021

Yes it’s open

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do u hv the books for sale inside those shelves by the check out?

Kathleen Kathleen | Aug 22, 2021
Nazmi Habiballah | Aug 22, 2021

Yes

Do they have software to convert old mini dv tapes to files or DVDs?

Trenton Martinez | Aug 22, 2020
Sumedh K | Aug 22, 2020

No.

Do i need to pay to come in as tourist/foreigners? Just to read some books

Kenny “Ken Draw Camble” W1J | Aug 22, 2020
prince jain | Aug 22, 2020

No, you can visit and read there for free.

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Do you have DVD players to use while at the library?

Hetmetu Tupuola | Aug 22, 2020
prince jain | Aug 22, 2020

The computers at the library might have one.

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Do you have these books?: - George Washington, Spymaster : How America Outspied The British And Won The Revolutionary War - Turning Point Of America's Revolutionary War - Brave Decisions; Moral Courage From The Revolutionary War To Desert Storm.

Pixel GP | Aug 22, 2020
Lory Zaldana | Aug 22, 2020

You can check their website. They have an online catalog and as well as other Torrance library locations

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Do you have this book: The Oxford Handbook of Dance and Politics (Editors: Rebekah J. Kowal, Gerald Siegmund, Randy Martin) Thanks a lot!

吳慶學 | Aug 22, 2020
prince jain | Aug 22, 2020

You can search the catalogue on https://www.library.torranceca.gov

I was wondering if the library has books that is written in Korean books

Aaron Kang | Aug 23, 2019
FiatDuster | Aug 23, 2019

They do have some.... I don't speak or read Korean so I don't know what the topics are, but they have an international section that includes Korean books

Do you have a Stories baby time here?

Walter Retlaw | Aug 23, 2019
Mead Duley | Aug 23, 2019

They should have some ask the help desk bout more information..

*Could I ask if possible my tutoring for one kid for about 40 minutes very quietly without bothering anybody ? Hoping your positive answer promptly. Thanks John K.

johnjw Kim | Aug 23, 2019
FiatDuster | Aug 23, 2019

It is a very large Library. It is 3 stories, with many different types of tables. It is very likely, depending on the time that you go, that your plan will present no problem.

Do you have “Gundamentalism and Where It Is Taking America” in a Torrance library?

Bertie Wood | Aug 23, 2018
Katy Geissert Civic Center Library | Aug 23, 2018

We do not have a copy of Gundamentalism and Where It Is Taking America. However, it may be available through our Interlibrary Loan services. The procedures for Interlibrary are here: https://www.library.torranceca.gov/services/library-advanced-components/ill If you would like to request the Library purchase a copy, you can do so here: https://www.library.torranceca.gov/services/purchase-suggestions/suggestion-for-purchase-form Thank you!

I signed up for the summer reading program at north torrance library and was wondering if I can redeem my reward at the civic center??

Mustafa Darsot | Aug 23, 2018
Katy Geissert Civic Center Library | Aug 23, 2018

We apologize for the delay. Yes, you can redeem your reward at any Torrance Library location.

Do you guys have a drop box for after hours to drop off books in case we work in the daytime ?

Raymond Herrera | Aug 23, 2018
Katy Geissert Civic Center Library | Aug 23, 2018

There are drive-through book drops located on the west side of the building next to the pool. There is a walk up book drop at the main entrance on the east side of the building.

Do you have the new book "The President is Missing" by Bill Clinton and James Patterson

April Crofton | Aug 23, 2018
Kristofer Nurmia | Aug 23, 2018

According to Torrance library app, Katy Geissert has at least one copy of the book, but it's checked out.

What time is the story teller for kids?

Elena Bugarin Sanchez | Aug 23, 2018
Courtney Charpentier | Aug 23, 2018

10:15 and 11 today

Where can we drop off books to give to the library

April Pages | Aug 23, 2018
Lexie Outland | Aug 23, 2018

Outside there are drop boxes were you can drop book as monitored of between the library and the plunge ( pool place across from the library in the same parking lot)

Is the library open today?

Vincent Howard | Aug 23, 2018
tyler nguyen | Aug 23, 2018

yes

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Will this library be open on Veteran's Day?

Klaus Herzog | Aug 23, 2018
Courtney Charpentier | Aug 23, 2018

No, all the branches will be closed to observe the holiday.

Are there Elder Care classes and/or seminars I can attend at the Library?

Kathy Gilbert | Aug 23, 2018
J Augustin Auzout | Aug 23, 2018

Yes! There are programs and events for seniors at the library and the City of Torrance has a department for seniors. Checkout the city of Torrance website. Also, the Torrance YMCA has many programs for seniors and all ages.

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