Message from the Board of the Diamond Bar Friends of the Library

Welcome Back to School and Happy Reading!

As August arrives, summer begins to wind down, and a brand-new academic year is just around the corner. Whether you are heading back to the classroom or moving up to the next grade, preparing for college, or simply diving into a fresh routine, the Diamond Bar Library is here to support you every step of the way!

Summer Program Wrap-Up: A Resounding Success!

Before we look ahead, we want to send a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in our 2026 Summer Library Programs. Our librarians created brilliant and fun programs for all ages, and thanks to your enthusiasm, curiosity, and community spirit, this year’s programs were an absolute triumph! From engaging youth activities to inspiring reading challenges, our library was buzzing with life all season long. We are so grateful to our wonderful community for making this summer unforgettable.

August Celebrations & Giveaways

August is packed with fun reasons to visit the Diamond Bar library:

• Back-to-School Celebration: To help kick off the new school year with excitement, the library is giving away free keychains starting August 1^st while supplies last. Stop by the front desk to grab yours and add a fun touch to your backpack or locker!
• National Book Lovers Day is August 9th: Celebrate your passion for reading on National Book Lovers Day! To honor the occasion, we will also be handing out free “I Love Books” stickers beginning on August 3rd. Wear them proudly and show the world your love for a great story.

Call for Writers: The Next Chapter Writing Contest

Do you have a story waiting to be told? Celebrate the art of the story by entering LA County’s Next Chapter Writing Contest!

• About the Contest: This exciting competition invites local writers to submit flash fiction stories of 750 words or less.
• Eligibility: The contest is open to teens and adults, ages 13 years and up.
• Submission Deadline: Submit your work by August 17, 2026.
• Winners Announcement: Winners will be officially announced on November 14, 2026, at a special event hosted at the West Hollywood Library and West Hollywood Park.

Grab your pen or open a blank document and let your creativity shine!

Treasures Await at the Used Bookstore

If National Book Lovers Day has inspired you to expand your personal library, be sure to visit the Friends of the Library Bookstore!  Find us inside the library, across from the self-check out stations.

We are fully stocked with a wonderful selection of great books for readers of all ages and interests. Whether you are looking for gripping fiction, insightful non-fiction, heart throbbing romances, books in Chinese and Korean, children’s books, or study aids for the school year, you are sure to find a hidden gem—all at unbeatable prices. We also have CDs, puzzles, and new offerings every week. Every purchase you make directly supports library programs and resources, so you can read good books while doing good for your community.

Come on by this August—we cannot wait to celebrate the new school year and our shared love of reading with you!