Long Beach Public Library

BJK Main Library terrace will undergo a 6-8 week fencing project, beginning March 16. The library will remain open with all services available.

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Print and Copy

Printing is available for $0.15/page (black and white) or $0.50/page (color). We only accept cash and coins.

Mobile printing is also available! Send files from any smartphone, tablet, or laptop and print them at the Library. Print jobs stay in the print queue for 2 hours maximum.

With Princh, you can easily and securely print documents from a mobile device, tablet, and laptop. Visit the Princh website or download the mobile app to get started.

Print jobs will only stay in the print queue for 2 hours maximum. Please plan according to our open hours.

Method 1: Print from the Princh website.

  1. Visit print.princh.com and enter the 6-digit printer ID.
  2. Select and upload your document(s).
  3. Click the wrench icon to adjust print settings or view a preview, if needed.
  4. Click Continue and enter your email address. This is only used to identify your print job at the release station.
  5. Click Done to submit print job or select another document to print.
  6. Go to the print release station at the library you selected and pay for the print job.

Method 2: Print from the Princh mobile app.

  1. Install the Princh app for iOS/Android.
  2. Open your document and click the Share icon:
    1. For iOS – Then select ‘Print with Princh’
    2. For Android – Then select the Princh app from the list of apps
  3. Scan the QR code on the poster guide near the printer or enter the library location's 6-digit printer ID.
  4. Click the wrench icon to adjust your print settings or view a preview, if needed.
  5. Click Continue and enter your email address. You will use this to pull up your print jobs at the library.
  6. Submit print job.
  7. Go to the print release station at the library you selected and pay for the print job.



Public Computers

Free public computers are available at all LBPL locations. LBPL cardholders can access the following features using a public computer:

  • Internet access Web browsers (e.g., Google Chrome, Internet Explorer)
  • Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Microsoft Office Professional can be accessed at the Billie Jean King Main Library Family Learning Center (e.g., Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Acrobat Reader, VLC Player, Adobe Flash Player)


Computer Classes

The Burnett Neighborhood Library offers one-on-one instruction for basic computer skills and any other tech-related queries on Saturdays between 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Assistance is provided on a first-come first-served basis.

Hours and availability may vary depending on staffing. We encourage patrons to call (562) 570-1041 before they visit.

The Library partners with Long Beach Community College (LBCC) to host free Adult Education courses at the Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library.

Contact the LBCC Adult Education Program to sign up for classes and for more information.

GetSetUp
The premier online learning service for older adults (ages 55+) providing live, online classes that are interactive, easy to join, and offered day and night. Learn about different tech topics like computer basics, WiFi, video calling, and more.


Basic Computer Skills (LearningExpress Library)
New to computers or the internet? Take these introductory video courses on computers, the internet, and popular Microsoft Office software like Excel and Word.


Digital Library resources are free for LBPL cardholders.