THE SUN IS SETTING ON THE TEMPORARY LIBRARY 

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24, 2026 VOLUME 20 NO. 4VOLUME 20 NO. 4 
Sierra Madre Public 
Library prepares forclosure, move, and 
exciting return home 

It’s almost time to say goodbye to our “home 
away from home!” The Sierra Madre Public 
Library’s temporary location at 350 W Sierra 
Madre Blvd. will close to the public beginning 
February 1, 2026, as we prepare to 
move back to our permanent home at 440 
W Sierra Madre Blvd. 

After two years of serving the communityfrom our temporary space, we’re thrilled to 
be heading back to where it all began—this 
time with some big improvements in store. 

A short closure… for a big comebackAs the Library moves and gets settled, both 
the temporary and permanent locations 
will be closed to the public through May31, 2026. During this time, staff will be hard 
at work merging the temporary collection 
with the larger Library collection that has 
been in long-term storage.
This major project has been made possible 

thanks to $10,669,210 in state and federal 
grant funding and $1,800,000 from CityReserves, which will help bring the original 
1955 Library building up to modern 
standards and expand services for years to 
come. Improvements include: 

• Seismic and ADA upgrades 
• Asbestos abatement 
• New HVAC, electrical, and 
plumbing systems 
• Improved green space 
• A 5,000 square foot expansion 
One last week to stock up! 

Before we close, we invite the community to 
stop by the temporary Library during our 
final week of operation to pick up books, 
movies, music, audiobooks—and anything 
else you’ll want to enjoy during the closure. 
Consider it your official “Library haul” 
week! 

Your Library card still works—online!
Even while our doors are closed, the Libraryis still open 24/7 online. Be sure to renew or 
sign up for a Library card before February1 so you can keep enjoying our free digital 

resources, including: 

• Libby for eBooks and eAudiobooks 
• PressReader for magazines and 
newspapers 
• Kanopy for streaming movies 
• Freegal for streaming music 
• ComicsPlus for graphic novels forall ages 
• Mango Languages to learn a newlanguage
• Brainfuse for homework help, testprep, college readiness, and resume support 
And there’s even more available—visit our 
online catalog anytime to explore all the 
options. 

Save the date: Grand Reopening!
We can’t wait to welcome the communityback to our refreshed and expanded Library 
home. Mark your calendars and join 
us on Saturday, June 6, 2026 for our Grand 
Reopening, Ribbon Cutting, and Summer 
Reading Kickoff!
We’re so grateful for the community’s support 
and patience during this exciting transition—
and we can’t wait to see you at the 
Library again soon. 

SIERRA MADRE HONORS NOMINATIONS DEADLINE EXTENDED 

This year marks the 9th Annual City of Sierra Madre and Sierra Madre Chamber of Commerce joint event honoring those organizations 
and individuals that work tirelessly to make Sierra Madre a wonderful place to live, work and play! The Awards ceremony will be 
held in early 2026 and the committee is currently accepting nominations for the following recognitions: 

SIERRA MADRE CITIZEN OF THE YEAR for residents who have worked in the city during 2025 as a volunteer. 

SIERRA MADRE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR for an outstanding business existing in Sierra Madre for more than 5 years that has been 
an active supporter of the community. 
GEORGE MAURER LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD for a person/entity whose lifetime of service embodies the city's spirit of 

volunteerism. 

PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD (aka Employee of the Year) Awarded to an employee that consistently goes above and beyond their typical 
duties. 
THE WISTARIA AWARD recognizing a City/Community Partnership that assists with providing community wide programs and 

services. 
THE PUBLIC SAFETY AWARD for an employee/individual for protecting and maintaining safety in Sierra Madre. 
COMMUNITY YOUTH SERVICE AWARD presented to youth under 18 for outstanding service and dedication to the community. 
To nominate, simply email your nomination with the reasons why you feel this person or organization is deserving to by

5:00 pm February 10, 2026 to either smadrecc@gmail.com or Honors-Dinner@cityofsierramadre.com. You can also mail 
your nomination to: Honors Dinner Nomination c/o Sierra Madre City Hall 232 W Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, 
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