All LA County Library locations will be closed on Monday, March 30 for Farmworkers Day. Our Digital Library is open 24/7.
Learn the Basics of Technology. Whether you're just getting started using tech or want to feel more confident with everyday tech, our friendly instructors will guide you step-by-step. No experience needed — just bring your curiosity! For adults.
Learn the Basics of Technology. Whether you're just getting started using tech or want to feel more confident with everyday tech, our friendly instructors will guide you step-by-step. No experience needed — just bring your curiosity!
Training Includes:
Learn Basic Tech (LBT) is dedicated to bridging the digital divide in Los Angeles County. As part of LA County’s Delete the Divide initiative, we provide free resources and courses to help individuals develop essential digital skills. Our weekly events across Los Angeles County empower participants with the knowledge they need to navigate technology confidently.
Let’s work together to delete the digital divide and build a more connected community!
Attendance is limited and advance registration through Eventbright is required.
Gardena Library was born under the sponsorship of the Wednesday Progressive Club before the Los Angeles County Free Library was founded in 1912.
In 1914, Gardena Library became a branch of the new County System. Only a few months later, the library was transferred to the jurisdiction of the Los Angeles City Library Board due to annexation. It was not until August 1951 that Gardena Library came back to the County System.
The present building was dedicated on December 5, 1964 and re-named Gardena Mayme Dear Memorial Library on May 30, 1992 in honor of the late Mrs. Mayme Dear for her many years of dedicated volunteer services to the library.
The Gardena Mayme Dear Library features an enclosed Japanese Garden designed by Takuma P. Tono, professor of landscape design at Tokyo Agriculture University. The 150-year-old stone lantern in the garden was a gift of Gardena's sister city, Ichikawa. A mosaic mural above the main entrance depicts the development of books and printing.
The library was closed for refurbishment in 2008 and reopened in January 2009 with a fresh contemporary interior and new furniture. The Teen Space was dedicated in February 2011.
