Library hours vary by location.
The Arlington Public Library provides free access to information, creates connections among people and promotes reading and culture--for every Arlingtonian
Online Public Participation Policy:
https://www.arlingtonva.us/terms-conditions/#policy Visit the Arlington Public Library website for full schedule by location: https://library.arlingtonva.us/locations/
Library visitors age 2 and older, regardless of vaccination status, will be required to wear a mask while inside all Library facilities.
01/12/2026
Reminder: new evening hours begin today at Aurora Hills, Cherrydale, Courthouse and Glencarlyn Libraries!
🔗 library.arlingtonva.us/2025/12/03/coming-soon-new-evening-hours-starting-jan-12
01/19/2024
Alert: Due to winter weather conditions, Glencarlyn Library is closed today, Jan. 19.
All other Arlington Public Library locations are open with normal operations.
08/07/2023
Due to a severe weather threat this afternoon, Arlington County facilities (including libraries) will be closed at 4 p.m. and evening activities after 4 p.m. will be canceled.
PREPARE NOW: From the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS), Arlington County is under a Level 4 Risk for Severe Weather today (Monday, Aug. 7).
Numerous severe thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon and evening, with damaging winds the primary threat. Additionally, tornadoes, large hail, and isolated instances of flooding are all possible.
📱Subscribe now to Arlington Alert: https://member.everbridge.net/1332612387832024/new
🪑 Secure patio/balcony/yard items so they don’t blow away
🍂 Remove debris from gutters and drains
🔌 Charge electronics
💻 More tips to prepare for a storm: https://tinyurl.com/yknfdrr2
⚠️ Report power outages to Dominion Energy: https://www.dominionenergy.com/virginia/report-outage-or-emergency or call 866-366-4357
🌳 Report downed trees or power lines online: https://arlingtonva.qscend.com/311/request/add
📞 Please only call 911 if you are experiencing an emergency.
05/28/2023
Reminder: all Arlington Public Library locations are closed Monday, May 29 in recognition of .
05/29/2022
All Library Locations are Closed Monday, May 30 in Observance of Memorial Day.
Arlington County Government offices and services operate on modified schedules for the Memorial Day holiday: https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Topics/Holiday-Schedule
03/25/2022
Stopping by Glencarlyn?
Don't miss the Friends of the Arlington Public Library, Arlington Virginia Book Store - you might discover a great gift for yourself or someone you love today! It's full of gently used treasures at unbeatable prices:
- Hard Covers - $4.00
- Soft Covers - $2.00
- Children's Books - $1.00
| Monday | 10am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 12pm - 8pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 8pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 8pm |
| Friday | 10am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |