Beale Memorial Library

Category: Public library in Bakersfield, California

Address: 701 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA

Phone: +16618680701

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 11AM–6PM

Tuesday: 11AM–6PM

Wednesday: 11AM–6PM

Thursday: 11AM–6PM

Friday: 11AM–6PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Kam bam

Sep 8, 2022

wowwwew great place they had so many books and they let ppl hang there for freeee! seems socialist? idkidkidk but v nice highly recommend if yu know how2read

jason G Killian

Sep 6, 2022

Nobody at the computer desk to check in. Other than that.... Great

Nicolas Peraza

Aug 24, 2022

Great place to do research

bakersfield yuke

Aug 1, 2022

Nice and Cool during Summer hours was nice to experience. Clean and organized as well. Ample parking available. Two story building but a couple of elevators are present.

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Questions & Answers

Is there computers there that you can use And can you print there

Joe Roque | Sep 26, 2018
Pattabhi Rama Rao Yeleswarapu | Sep 26, 2018

Yes computer usage is free if you have membership and also you can get print for .25 cents per page

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Do you have manga?

K.K. the kid | Sep 26, 2019
Michelle Lundberg | Sep 26, 2019

Yes they do.

How old do you have to be to get a library card

ill rated | Sep 26, 2018
Chantell Munoz | Sep 26, 2018

There is no age limit

Can anyone use the genealogy library or do your have to be a member of the genealogical society?

Joyce Black | May 28, 2022
Nicolas Peraza | Jun 27, 2022

Yes any one may , to use the genealogy library you may check in at the front desk and they can give more information and tools and not to mention assistance you may use in you search .

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Do they have Naruto the manga all the series?

Puppy Paws | Sep 25, 2020
Megan Milleson | Sep 25, 2020

They might not have everything at 1 Branch but you can request which ever manga they don't have. You can also check the online catalog or ask any of the people at the front desk to check the catalog. Hope this helps.

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Is there free WiFi there I can use my computer with

Shelby Etheridge | Sep 26, 2019
Alfonso Provencio | Sep 26, 2019

Yes, very easy to log-on.

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When is your next book sale? Do you take donated books?

SableCat White | Sep 26, 2018
Darleen Jehnsen | Sep 26, 2018

Book sales are held by the Friends of the Kern County Library twice a year. Next one is October. There is also a children's book sale each June. In addition there is an ongoing sale all the time where books are 50 cents each.

How much are late charges

chris fierro | Sep 26, 2018
Curtis Sarad | Sep 26, 2018

Overdue fees are 50¢ per day for each overdue book or audio CD, and $1.00 per day for each overdue DVD or Bluray. If you're concerned with late charges, your library card also gives you access to Overdrive eBooks which never have any late fees.

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I'm interested in learning new languages, any books that may help me?

Haise Cervantes | Oct 30, 2021
Shalyn Pineda | Jan 28, 2022

Come by and we can help you find books, audio courses, and we even have a program called Pronunciator you can use for free with a library card which has customizable language courses online!

May community groups use rooms at the Beale Library?

Lucy Clark | Sep 25, 2021
Kristin Condie | Sep 25, 2021

Yes. Arrange with librarian.

do you need to make a reservation to use a computer?

Victoria Roberts | Sep 25, 2021
Shalyn Pineda | Sep 25, 2021

No come right on in 12-6 Monday through Friday!

Any poetry? And if so where would you find it?

Haise Cervantes | Sep 25, 2021
Shalyn Pineda | Sep 25, 2021

Poetry is located in the 811 section of our nonfiction upstairs in the 2nd floor mezzanine. Come see me and I'll walk you up there!

Is this library now open or still temporarily closed down cause the covid I really miss going to the library so much

Amy Christensen | Sep 25, 2021
Khelie O | Sep 25, 2021

You can also go on their website and checkout any book you like. They'll put it on hold for you. Then you call and make an appointment for curbside pickup. I also miss the library, it's my happy place.

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Can you drop the book off in a Dropbox or do I need to check it in

Rashelle Moore | Sep 25, 2021
Capriana Jackson | Sep 25, 2021

Currently, they're only accepting returned books via the book drop in front of the library, and they quarantine them for 3 days before checking them in.

Does it have a public access copy machine

ron usher | Sep 25, 2020
HyunSu | Sep 25, 2020

Yes. There are two downstairs and two on the second floor. Just be sure to have some change with you.

Do i have to pay fo my membership

Taina Duran | Sep 25, 2020
HyunSu | Sep 25, 2020

No. Library cards are free. You just need a California ID to sign up or an adult to sign for you if you are under 18.

Do they offer free ged classes online?

Sandra Jacobo | Sep 25, 2020
HyunSu | Sep 25, 2020

The library itself does not. However, there is a link on their website that will tell you more about a program that does.

Are the libary computers down today 11/20/2019

Shawna Hance | Sep 25, 2020
Robert Arway | Sep 25, 2020

Printing not available on the reference computers and computer lab as well

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Can I access bealle library from home?

Oscar Meyer | Sep 26, 2019
Cynthia Moore | Sep 25, 2020

Technically. https://www.kerncountylibrary.org/ will give you access to the entire library system and you can filter your catalog search for Beale only or request what you want to be shipped to the library of your choice.

can you print color? if so, how much?

gixou | Sep 26, 2019
Snoopyavn | Sep 26, 2019

Yes you can print in color and its a $1.08 per color printout

Do you accept donations? I have many novels written in Spanish, and if you don't, do you know where can I take them?

FELIPE SOLTERO | Sep 26, 2019
Cecilia Cummings | Sep 26, 2019

Yes the Library accepts books, magazines, DVDs, and CDs.

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Will it be open this Monday(Memorial Day)?

Brandon RuiZ | Sep 26, 2019
Cecilia Cummings | Sep 26, 2019

No. Closed for the holiday. Will be back open on Tues @ 11 am.

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Do you have a Notary? And is free??

Myra Mason | Sep 26, 2019
Michelle Lundberg | Sep 26, 2019

No they do not.

Do they charge to get a library card.?

Joel Hernandez | Sep 26, 2019
morbid marshmallow | Sep 26, 2019

I got my first library card for free

What are the hours?

Barbara Kessinger | Sep 26, 2019
Cecilia Cummings | Sep 26, 2019

Mon-Thurs 11:00-7:00 Fri-Sat 10:00-6:00

Do you have to have a library card to use computers?

Gabrielle Delong | Sep 26, 2019
RJ Helton | Sep 26, 2019

No... You can be a guest and get a guest pass, but if you want to use the computers consistently up to 3 hours, then yes.

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What is needed to get a library card ?

samantha recinos | Sep 26, 2019
Mari Carroll | Sep 26, 2019

Address and id

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Are food and drinks allowed in the library?

Corinne Hogan | Sep 26, 2019
Shalyn Pineda | Sep 25, 2021

Our policy has changed. You are welcome to eat and drink in the library. We ask everyone be respectful of others and clean up after themselves but please enjoy yourself in the library!

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Will it be open today and what time will it close

Marisol Ochoa | Sep 26, 2019
Zachary Martin | Sep 26, 2019

Its closed today

Can you get connected online,or does one have to go in to show an I. D.

Art Almengor | Sep 26, 2019
Alfonso Provencio | Sep 26, 2019

No ID required. It's easy and pretty quick service.

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Are you open new year eve cuz the note on the door says no but here on your schedule it said yes so am a little confused so made a comment here the place looked really nice!😀😀

Fabizzram Ramirez | Sep 26, 2019
Cecilia Cummings | Sep 26, 2019

No the library is closed New Years Eve and New Years Day, because it is a holiday for county buildings. It will be open on Wednesday.

Can you purchase a book /buy a book ?

lysette Gutierrez | Sep 26, 2019
Varden Frias | Sep 26, 2019

If they are having a friend's of the library sale.

I have a GED test to take here today (11/20). Anybody know specifically where I need to go or check-in at first?

Robert Martinez | Sep 26, 2019
Varden Frias | Sep 26, 2019

Second floor in the back. I think it's the room with glass walls and a bunch of computers in it.

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Can I use my high school ID?

Bella Rodriguez | Sep 26, 2019
Michelle Lundberg | Sep 26, 2019

If you're only trying to get an internet only card, yes. If you are under 18 and you want to get a library card you'll need someone over 18 to sign for you.

Does the copy machine use cash or card to pay for the copies

Catherine Dorado | Sep 26, 2018
Michelle Lundberg | Sep 26, 2018

Cash

Is there a faxing machine?

Jamelia Walker | Sep 26, 2018
california_girl | Sep 26, 2018

Yesss

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Do they print paper with color

Angelina Anderson Baires | Sep 26, 2018
Veronica Guerrero | Sep 26, 2018

Yes, the computer printers print in color. After tax it comes out to $1.07 per color page.

What do you need to get a library card

samantha recinos | Sep 26, 2018
Chris Wilson | Sep 26, 2018

Just an ID. That's all. My daughter and I just got ours last week. It's super easy

Is there a book there called “call me by your name” by André Aciman???

ill rated | Sep 26, 2018
Ezra | Sep 26, 2018

Give them a call at 6618680700 Im sure they can find it for you.

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Is it true that your first library card is free

ill rated | Sep 26, 2018
Michelle Lundberg | Sep 26, 2018

If you haven't had a library card in the past 3 years that needs replacing, your card is free.

Is there computer classes offered to young students?

Reuben Martinez | Sep 26, 2018
Michelle Lundberg | Sep 26, 2018

You can call and make an appointment with a computer tutor.

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Can you replace a library card?

Liliana Shoreque | Sep 26, 2018
Michelle Lundberg | Sep 26, 2018

Card replacements are $2.00 and they'll need to see your CA ID.

Does the library have wifi?

Stephen Newman | Sep 26, 2018
Michelle Lundberg | Sep 26, 2018

Yes

Is it open on memorial day

Karina Rodriguez | Sep 26, 2018
california_girl | Sep 26, 2018

No

Do this library have any books about medical herbs

Marisol Ochoa | Sep 26, 2018
Britnee Gamble | Sep 26, 2018

You can check the library’s database of all the books they have

Does this library's computers have Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator?

Tiffany Salerno | Sep 26, 2018
K R | Sep 26, 2018

I don't know. You should give them a call.

Do you need a library card and dose it cost

Ulises | Sep 26, 2018
Juan Perla | Sep 26, 2018

You can get a library card there and it is free you just need an address in the county.

Would I be able to consult archives to try and find an obituary from 1944 at this branch of the library?

dominique smith | Sep 26, 2018
Cecilia Cummings | Sep 26, 2019

Yes. Go to second floor and ask at the reference desk. They can set you up to look for it. Old obituaries are on the microfilm.

How much does it cost to join?

Victoria Espera | Sep 26, 2018
K R | Sep 26, 2018

It doesn't cost anything to join because you don't join the library. I believe you might have library confused with another company.

Is there any story time for kids?

Cindy Broussard | Sep 26, 2018
Darleen Jehnsen | Sep 26, 2018

Yes. Check the website kernlibrary.org And each of the branches 20 plus,

Do I need a membership to be able to go? if so how much do they charge for it and what are there requirements i've never gone to any library so I honestly don't know how all that works

Erick Duran | Sep 26, 2018
K R | Sep 26, 2018

No money needed unless you want to make copies or print from the computers.

Is the library opened today?

Sesar Sierra | Sep 26, 2018
Tom Butz | Sep 26, 2018

Yes

Would it be possible to get the library open on Sundays ?

Alyssaa Martinez | Sep 26, 2018
Amade 1756 | Sep 26, 2018

Not open on Sundays and I DO NOT recommend leaving books in the return bin outside because I've had the bad experience that they forgot to scan my returned materials until almost a week later. I had to pay the fees and wouldn't take the blame for their mistake.

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What time are you open?

Marta Cruz | Sep 26, 2018
Z3R0 W3LCH | Sep 26, 2018

Monday-Thursday: 11am-7pm  Friday & Saturday: 10am-6pm Sunday: Closed

Do you guys happen to have High school textbooks?

Mimi 17 | Sep 26, 2017
Tina Franco | Sep 26, 2018

Depends what year your looking for.

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