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Renovation Update On The Courthouse Library

The new Courthouse Library, formerly known as Plaza Library, is currently under renovation and will be re-imagined as a full-service branch.

Due to construction delays, the library will not open its doors as planned this summer but now in early 2023.

Highlights of the redesign will include contemporary furnishings, a new children’s book and media collection, and space for library programming such as storytimes and author talks.

We look forward to sharing more information about the new full-service branch in the new year.

 

 

LIBRARY ACCOUNTS: Temporary Catalog, App and Library Account Outage Monday, April 18

Due to planned system maintenance, library accounts and other library web services will be temporarily unavailable on Monday, April 18, between 8 p.m. and 12 p.m.

During this time, online access to library accounts, research databases and other account-based systems will be unavailable from the website and Library app.

We apologize in advance for any inconvenience.

 

 

FRIENDS BOOK STORE: No Book Donations Accepted Saturday, April 23 – Tuesday, May 3

The Friends of the Arlington Public Library (FOAL) will not be accepting book donations from Saturday, April 23 through Tuesday, May 3, due to the FOAL Spring Book Sale.

Please do not leave donations at any Library location during this time period.

Financial donations can be made at any time at the FOAL website.

 

 

RESOLVED: System Outage May Affect Catalog and Account Access

Update Monday, March 28: This issue is resolved and library services are operating normally.

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An unexpected system outage Sunday, March 27 may affect library catalog and account access online and from inside library facilities. Technicians are working to resolve the issue.

Please delay making library transactions, and check back soon for updates. We apologize for any inconvenience.

 

OPERATIONS UPDATE: Regular Service Resumes Monday, Jan. 31

Library Operations Update: January 28, 2022

We are pleased to announce that the Library will resume all regular services and programs, including storytimes and Maker services at The Shop, on Monday, Jan. 31.

Scheduled virtual programs will continue as planned.

Some meeting and study rooms will remain unavailable, in order to accommodate temporary staff workspace and overflow materials.

Providing access to Library services while keeping all our locations open remains our top priority. Operations will continue to be assessed, as these plans are contingent on current staffing levels, and operations may be further impacted if additional staffing shortages occur.

Thank you for your patience and understanding and for using Arlington Public Library. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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OPERATIONS UPDATE: COVID-19 Related Staffing Shortages

For Latest news see January 28, 2022: Regular Service Resumes Monday, Jan. 31

Library Operations Update: January 17, 2022

Arlington Public Library, like many other services in the region, has been impacted by the latest COVID-19 related staffing shortages. As we continue to do our best to keep Library operations running, the following temporary measures will be taken:

Cherrydale and Glencarlyn Update

  • Cherrydale and Glencarlyn Libraries and book drops will remain closed through Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022.
  • Holds currently on the shelf at Cherrydale and Glencarlyn will be moved to Central Library for pickup starting Wednesday, Jan. 19; these holds will be held at Central through Wednesday, Jan. 26.
  • New holds can still be placed for pickup at Cherrydale and Glencarlyn, but no new holds will be fulfilled at these location during the closure. Patrons who currently have unfilled holds have the option to choose a different pickup location through their Library Account online or via the Library App.

Going forward, the Library will prioritize keeping locations open for service. Systemwide, starting Monday, Jan. 24, until further notice:

  • All Library locations, including Cherrydale and Glencarlyn Libraries, will be open on a regular schedule.  
  • In-person programs, including storytimes and Maker services at The Shop, will pause so that staff can be diverted to other service points.  
  • Scheduled virtual programs, which staff can conduct from anywhere, will continue. Please visit our events calendar for more information. 
  • Some meeting and study rooms will be unavailable, in order to accommodate temporary staff workspace and overflow materials. 
  • Current and upcoming library card expirations will be extended for 90 days.

How Can You Help?

In recent weeks, an increase in unclaimed holds across the system has impacted staff workload. There are two ways you can help:

    1. Pick up your holds before they expire
    2. If you are unlikely to visit the library in the coming days and weeks, “Freeze” any unfilled physical holds that are not yet ready for pick up.

Providing access to Library services while keeping all our locations open remains our top priority. Operations will continue to be assessed, as these plans are contingent on current staffing levels, and operations may be further impacted if additional staffing shortages occur.

Thank you for your patience and understanding and for using Arlington Public Library. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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If you have a question that requires a response, need help accessing your Library account or placing holds, contact us by phone during open hours or send us an email any time!

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