Library Services News and Updates

At this time, all Arlington Public Library locations remain closed. In the meantime, you can use our online collections, and contact us through Online Chat and Text.

On this page you can read our most recent news on Library service updates, or scan the Library Services table for a quick guide to current operations. For all Library blog posts, visit our regular News page.

LIBRARY SERVICE	STATUS
Library App and Accounts	Some users may experience issues related to the recent update.
Library Facilities	Central Library Auditorium is open for Holds Pickup. Branches remain closed.
Book Donation	Closed
Book Drops	Open
Library Phone	Monday - Thursday: 12 - 7 p.m. Friday - Saturday: 12 - 5 p.m. 703-228-5990
Online Chat / Text	Monday - Thursday: 12 - 7 p.m. Friday - Sunday: 12 - 5 p.m.
Due Dates	The due date for all physical materials is July 1, 2020, or later. Please check your account for specific details.
Library Card Renewal	The expiration date for all existing regular and internet only cards has been extended to October 1, 2020.
Holds Pick Up	At Central Library only. Read the FAQ.
Holds Expiration	All pending holds (not on the hold shelf) with an expiration date between 03-01-2020 through 07-30-2020 have been updated to a new hold expiration date of 07-31-2020. This date will be adjusted as deemed necessary.
Placing Holds	Placing holds on physical materials will resume on June 18.
Fines and Fees	Fine payment is not available online or at Central Library at this time. If your card is blocked due to overdue fines, please contact us.
Lynda.com	Due to Library System upgrade, saved Lynda playlists are currently not available.
Services Unavailable Due to COVID-19	Includes Garden Tool Lending, Public Computers, Interlibrary Loan, Meeting Rooms, Notary.