LA County Library Launches Hello Kitty Card
LA County Library Launches Hello Kitty Card
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The West Hollywood, Carson, West Covina, La Mirada, Marina del Rey and Alondra branches ran out of the limited-edition cards on launch day, although cards remained available at other locations and on bookmobiles.
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The Hello Kitty-themed programming includes friendship-themed storytimes and art activities for young children, while older children and teens can make friendship bracelets, character-inspired art, origami and embroidery; adults are being offered a journaling and craft social.
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Queen Anne’s County Public Library has introduced Creator Kits containing professional equipment for projects such as podcasting, blogging and photography, with workshops planned to demonstrate the kits.
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Queen Anne’s County’s summer reading program recorded more than 3,000 registrations and over 5,000 participants across 193 programs, while its Book Buddies initiative served 193 students at six elementary schools.
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Erie County Public Library officials emphasized that cardholders can use digital resources, videos, movies and Playaways, as well as free Wi-Fi and public computers for tasks such as applying for jobs; residents can obtain a card by showing photo identification or a bill with their address.
The Los Angeles County Library is drawing thousands of patrons with its first-ever Hello Kitty collaboration. Starting Sept. 18, new customers get a limited-edition Hello Kitty and Friends card for free, while existing cardholders can swap theirs for $1 LA Times. The offer runs through Oct. 18 while supplies last — and supplies are running short. At least 2,400 cards were issued on day one, with six branches completely sold out by closing time.
The partnership is part of Library Card Sign-Up Month, a national push to boost reading and community engagement Santa Monica Mirror. Beyond the cute cardstock, LA County Libraries are hosting Hello Kitty-themed storytimes, art workshops, friendship bracelet-making sessions, and crafts for kids and teens. Adults can join journaling and craft socials. Other library systems, from Maryland to Pennsylvania, are using the month to showcase digital services, internet access, and creative resources that go far beyond borrowing books Yo Venice.
Six Branches Run Out in a Single Day
The West Hollywood, Carson, West Covina, La Mirada, Marina del Rey, and Alondra branches emptied their Hello Kitty card stock by the end of Sept. 18 LA Times. Demand far exceeded initial supplies, with thousands of adults and families rushing to get the collectible card. Other branches and bookmobiles still had cards available, but the sell-out at major hubs showed just how effective a beloved character can be at driving foot traffic to libraries.
Hello Kitty Inspires Month-Long Programming for All Ages
Programming tied to the card launch spans every age group LA Times. Young children enjoy friendship-themed storytimes and art activities. Older kids and teens make friendship bracelets, character-inspired art, origami, and embroidery. Adults participate in journaling and craft socials. Each activity reinforces the library's mission to spark creativity and build community through reading and hands-on projects.
Other Libraries Highlight Resources Beyond Books
Queen Anne's County Public Library in Maryland is introducing Creator Kits with professional equipment for podcasting, blogging, and photography Santa Monica Mirror. Workshops show patrons how to use them. The library's summer reading program drew 3,000-plus registrations and 5,000-plus participants across 193 programs. Its Book Buddies program served 193 students at six elementary schools, pairing kids with mentors for personalized reading support.
Erie County Public Library in Pennsylvania emphasizes free digital resources, videos, movies, and Playaways, plus free Wi-Fi and public computers for job applications Yo Venice. Any resident can get a card by showing photo ID or a utility bill with their address. These libraries are using Library Card Sign-Up Month to remind the public that modern libraries offer far more than traditional lending — they're community hubs for creativity, connection, and skill-building.
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