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Free Income Tax Preparation

In-Person Program

2026-02-21 11:00:00 2026-02-21 16:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Free Income Tax Preparation If you made under $67,000 in 2025, trained Cal Poly Pomona juniors and seniors and recent alumni volunteers can prepare and electronically file your federal and state income tax returns at no cost to you! Walk-ins welcome. For all ages. El Monte Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, February 21
11:00am - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-21 11:00:00 2026-02-21 16:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Free Income Tax Preparation If you made under $67,000 in 2025, trained Cal Poly Pomona juniors and seniors and recent alumni volunteers can prepare and electronically file your federal and state income tax returns at no cost to you! Walk-ins welcome. For all ages. El Monte Library - Meeting Room

El Monte Library

Meeting Room

If you made under $67,000 in 2025, trained Cal Poly Pomona juniors and seniors and recent alumni volunteers can prepare and electronically file your federal and state income tax returns at no cost to you! Walk-ins welcome. For all ages.

For a smooth and efficient tax preparation process, we ask you to gather the following relevant documents prior to scheduling an appointment:

Proof of identification for you and/or your spouse
Both spouses must be present during the identity verification process of the tax return
For International Students, you will also need your Visa and I-9
Social Security cards or ITIN cards/letters for you, your spouse, and/or dependents
You may substitute this with a 1099-SSA, IRS transcript, or your prior year tax return done by CPP VITA
Wage and income forms such as:
W-2 or W-2G Gambling Winnings
1099-MISC and a list of business expenses relevant to self-employment work
1099-B, DIV, or INT
1099-G Unemployment Compensation
Cash
Information for other income
Form 1098-T Tuition Statement and any other educational expenses
Information for deductions
IRA contributions
1098-E Student Loan Interest
1098 Mortgage Interest
Real estate taxes
Charitable contributions/deductions
Amount paid to daycare provider and their tax ID number
Forms 1095-A, B, or C for health coverage
Copy of last year's tax return, if possible
For returning clients, let us know what location you visited
Bank routing and account number for direct deposit or debit."

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Business, Career, & Finance |

TAGS: | Tax Assistance |

El Monte Library

Phone: 626.444.9506

Hours
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Mon, Feb 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Feb 10 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 11 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Feb 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Feb 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Feb 15 Closed

About the branch

Friendly El Monte, the End of the Santa Fe Trail, was incorporated in 1912. The city was once home to Gay's Lion Farm during the 1930s and famous for the roaring lion on MGM's logo.

The El Monte Library was founded in 1890, and joined the Los Angeles County Public Library in 1913. It has been at its present location since 1967.

Upcoming events

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Wed, Feb 11, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.

Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Scrapbooking is a great way to memorialize your life story or pay tribute to your favorite fandom! Whatever your inspiration, we’ve got the supplies and knowhow to get you started with this hobby. While supplies last. For Adults.

Thu, Feb 12, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults

Fri, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Do you have an idea of what you want your life to look like but not quite sure how to make it happen? Learn goal setting techniques and make your own calendar celebrating the new year and new goals. While supplies last. For teens ages 14 –17.

Sat, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Are you looking for a place to work on your fiber art projects with a fun and supportive group of people? Crochet, embroidery or knitting, our Fiber Arts Club is just the place for you! Please bring your own supplies and materials. For adults.

Wed, Feb 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.

Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Feb 19, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults

Fri, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet? Join In the Loop, our first crochet club for teens. Supplies are limited, please bring your own tools and materials. For teens, ages 14 - 17.

Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
If you made under $67,000 in 2025, trained Cal Poly Pomona juniors and seniors and recent alumni volunteers can prepare and electronically file your federal and state income tax returns at no cost to you! Walk-ins welcome. For all ages.

Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room
Learn about 44th President Barack Obama and other famous African Americans who have made an impact on the world. Join us as we read the book, Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters, by Barack Obama. For ages 6 – 12 with parent or caregiver.

Tue, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us by learning the places and spaces that existed for African American families to rest, relax, and be their full human selves. Afterwards, honor these spaces by creating your own Black Beaches Bag. While supplies last. For adults.

Wed, Feb 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.

Wed, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room
Bibliophiles are welcomed! Join us each month for a facilitated discussion of fiction and non-fiction titles. A limited number of copies are available for book club attendees at the library. Light refreshments will be served. For adults.

Thu, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Feb 26, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults

Sat, Feb 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Are you looking for a place to work on your fiber art projects with a fun and supportive group of people? Crochet, embroidery or knitting, our Fiber Arts Club is just the place for you! Please bring your own supplies and materials. For adults.

Sat, Feb 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Love movies? Join us for Cinema Club, a free monthly film screening. Enjoy a curated selection of classic, contemporary, mainstream, and independent films, followed by relaxed, thoughtful discussions with fellow film lovers. For Adults.

Tue, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Would you like to learn how to embroider beautiful designs by hand? If you have recently taken our Level 1 Embroidery Workshop, come back for another round. Our 4-week workshop will cover different stitches. All materials are provided. For adults.

Wed, Mar 04, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.

Wed, Mar 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Let’s learn the basics of sewing with a simple activity! Our take-home project will be a tote bag. Registration required. While supplies last. For adults.
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Fri, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
This Teen’s Create Month learn about engineering and the science of friction as you design your own electric dragster. Experiment with modifications and compete against other teens to see can engineer the fastest car! For teens, ages 13 –17.

Sat, Mar 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Come join us for a morning with musician Chelsea Wong performing her Parent and Me program. Music FUNdamentals is a fun and educational program that helps parents and children connect through music. For ages 0 - 2 with their parent or caregiver.

Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Would you like to learn how to embroider beautiful designs by hand? If you have recently taken our Level 1 Embroidery Workshop, come back for another round. Our 4-week workshop will cover different stitches. All materials are provided. For adults.

Wed, Mar 11, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
LA County Library customers can pick up a free dose of Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl testing strips at a select locations. For all ages.

Wed, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Scrapbooking is a great way to memorialize your life story or pay tribute to your favorite fandom! Whatever your inspiration, we’ve got the supplies and knowhow to get you started with this hobby. While supplies last. For Adults.

Thu, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.

Thu, Mar 12, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Meeting Room
Please join us for senior chair yoga. The sessions are instructor-led by Sonya Perry. For ages 55+. Sponsored by Friends of Norwood Library. For Adults

Fri, Mar 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Women's History Month by creating a bold acrylic painting inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe’s American Modernist style. Explore simplified forms, expressive color, and dramatic composition drawn from nature. While supplies last. For adults.