Using the Library

GLENDORA READS! PROVIDES: 

• One-to-one, confidential, personalized tutoring
• Assessment for prospective clients
• All tutoring and materials at no cost
• Research-based materials designed for adults
• Support and encouragement

WHO WE SERVE:

• Adults 16 and over who are not currently enrolled in high school and who are able to complete an interview and skills assessment in English. 
• Adults who want to improve reading, writing or spelling skills by dedicating 1 1/2 hours or more each week working with a tutor for at least six months.

If you or someone you know could benefit from the Glendora READS! program, please contact the Library.

COMPUTERS

10 Public Internet computers – Besides the Internet, each computer has the Microsoft Office programs: Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Word. To print your documents, there is a cost of 15 cents a page for black & white and 30 cents per page for color. Each person is allowed 90 minutes on the computer per day, per user. Your Glendora Public Library card and Password (the last four digits of your telephone number) are required to use a computer. Two of the Public Internet computers are "express" stations, offering 20 minutes of use. You are able to make computer reservations up to one day in advance (reservations must be made in person).

We also have iPads that are available for check-out, to be used in the library. These can be checked out for one hour at our checkout desk on a first-come, first served basis. iPads are for adults 18 and over with valid ID and no outstanding extended use fees or blocks.

PUBLIC COPIERS / PRINTING

We have one self-serve copier which will allow you to make copies on either 8 ½ x 11 or 8 ½ x 14 size paper. To copy your documents, there is a cost of 15 cents a page for black & white and 30 cents a page for color. 

Computer printouts :  You may print from the public computers for 15 cents a page in black and white and 30 cents a page in color. Prints are self-serve and can be retrieved from the library's document station.

FAXING/SCANNING

Our library document station also has the capabilities to fax and scan documents. There is no charge for scanning and outgoing faxes.  Incoming faxes are 50 cents per page. Scanned documents can be downloaded directly to your device via QR code, sent to a preferred e-mail address, or downloaded to your flash drive.

MICROFORMS

The Glendora Public Library offers a machine that will allow both microfiche or microfilm. You can view, print, or copy the image of the document. To print the image, there is a cost of 15 cents per page, black and white only, by cash or coin. Images can also be saved on any USB storage device.

 CONNECTING YOUR COMPUTER TO GLENDORA PUBLIC LIBRARY WIRELESS NETWORK

The Glendora Library does not use an encryption key. Your smart phone or laptop will show you available networks. Choose "Glendora Public WiFi." No password is required, but you will need to agree to the Internet usage terms which will appear on your screen once you connect to the network.

IPADS AVAILABLE FOR IN-HOUSE CHECKOUT

iPads are available to check out for 90 minute use inside the Library.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR IPAD CHECKOUT

• Adult patrons, 18 years of age and older.
• Must have a valid Glendora Public Library account free of blocks/fines.
• Valid photo I.D. must be used to check out iPad.
• iPad users must sign the Borrower Responsibility Agreement or have one already on file.

LENDING POLICY

• In-house library use only.
• Available on a first-come, first serve basis (no reservations).
• 90 minute loan period.
• Only one session each day with option to renew depending on iPad availability. 
• iPads must be returned to the Check Out Desk when finished or at the end of 90 minutes.
• iPads should never be left unattended.
• All stored data from your session will be erased as soon as the iPad is rebooted.
• There is to be NO FOOD OR DRINK near the iPads.

Library staff is available to proctor exams. The fee is $40, payable at the circulation desk. To arrange a proctored exam, the following steps should be taken:

1. If this is the first time the Glendora Library will be proctoring an exam for you, please contact your school at least a month ahead of time in order for them to certify the library as a test taking center. Give your school the following contact information:
   
   Glendora Public Library
   140 S Glendora Ave.
   Glendora, CA, 91741

   626-852-4891

   • Email Us
   Depending on your school, there may be a form(s) for the library to fill out and return.

    

2. Once the library has been certified, you can instruct your school to send the exam and the proctor instructions to the contact outlined above. Depending on your school, this might be sent by email, or by regular post. You should ask your school in what format the instructions will be sent, and when the library should expect to receive this information. This should be done at least a week ahead of time, to ensure that that there is time for staff to receive and read the instructions and to make whatever arrangements might be necessary.
   
   
3. Once you’ve received confirmation from your school that the exam has been sent, please contact the library by email. Include your name, the school you attend, the title of the class / exam you are taking, and whether the exam is written or online. You can also request a day and time to take the exam. Exams can be scheduled any time during normal library hours:
   
   Mon – Wed: 10AM to 8PM
   Thu – Sat 10 AM to 5 PM
   Sun: Closed
   
   A librarian will respond with a confirmation email. If you prefer a phone call, please leave your phone number and the best time of day to call.

IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER

The fee is payable on the day of the exam. You will also need to bring a photo ID. It is important to be on time for your appointment, especially for online exams, as we will need to reserve a computer for you. It is also your responsibility to be aware of and prepared for whatever limitations your school will place on your testing session (such as the maximum amount of time allowed to take the exam, and whether you are allowed to use any study aids such as notes or a calculator). In regards to these conditions, the library will follow whatever instructions are outlined by your school.

If you are taking an online exam, please be aware that our computers shut down 15 minutes before the library closes every day.