What's in my library?
The cost of a library card
free! (none)
A Polytech High School alum, this famous rapper has sold over 37 million albums and performed at the 2022 Super Bowl Halftime Show.
Snoop Dogg
The acronym MHALA stands for
Mental Health America Los Angeles
To reach the national suicide hotline, open 24/7, call this number
988
It was not until the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 that all Black people in America were free to do this
Vote
The primary 2 languages of resources found on the LBPL digital library
English and Spanish
Originally named Wilmore City, Long Beach was later renamed for this notable feature
It's long beaches
True / False
MHALA helps provide resources for people of all ages
True - While Project Navigate focuses on serving individuals ages 18-25, MHALA has other teams serving people of all ages.
True / False
There are many different kinds of therapy; not every modality is the right fit for every person
True - If one kind of therapy does not work well for you, you can always try another. If you're not sure what modality will help you, ask for help or research on your own.
It was not until 2015 that LGBTQ+ individuals had the right to do this nationwide
Marry
LB libraries are open 5 days a week, all except these 2 days, which may not be what you expect
Sunday and Monday
True / False
From 1910-1919, the city's seven miles of beach served as Long Beach's "airport."
True - this is a direct quote from Long Beach's Airport History https://www.longbeach.gov/lgb/about-us/airport-history/
True / False
MHALA is part of a larger, national organization Mental Health America
True - Mental Health America has affiliate groups all over the country. If you ever find yourself in another area, you can search for an MHA near you on our website!
These lines are a mental health resource that people can call to seek support before they've reached a crisis point
Warmline
Fight For Your Right by Beastie Boys has the following lyrics, "You have to fight for your right to..."
Party
The number of libraries in Long Beach
12
In 1998, this popular tourist spot was opened and has worked toward sustainability and saving species.
Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific
Project Navigate, our team at MHALA's TAY Academy, hosts these 3-4 times a month
Outreach events
True / False
Individuals mental health tends to improve when they are part of a community and engaged in healthy relationships.
True - Everyone experiences their own unique recovery journey, but no one should do it alone! Reach out to your community for resources and support.
The assassination of MLK Jr. led to the passing of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, which prohibited discrimination in
housing (Fair Housing Act)
The check out period (number of days) for books and magazines
21
This World Famous store was honored as a historical landmark after being open for 40 years on PCH
World Famous VIP Records
Project CANN, another group at MHALA's TAY Academy, provides this service once a week
Hot meals
When we are practicing the ability to be fully present and aware we are practicing this
Mindfulness
Organizations like ACLU fight for immigration reform, so that all people have a road to
citizenship