We want to hear about what libraries mean to you. Please take a moment to take our survey.
The Palm Beach County Library System is reopening with limited services while also working to ensure the safety and health of our members, staff and the community. Updated hours: visit your local branch to see the new schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions

Writers LIVE!, the Library’s flagship author event series, returns for another season of bringing the community together with authors and their books. The 2021 lineup of bestselling, critically acclaimed, and award-winning authors will be discussing their work virtually via Zoom.
We’re celebrating National Library Week all month this year! We’ve hidden one Dewey somewhere in this branch. Show some love for your library, take a selfie with Dewey and share it on social media. Then, tag us at @pbclibrary and use the hashtag #pbclibrary, #Dewey & #NLWpbcLibrary. Head to the member services desk and show a staff member your selfie for a small surprise! While supplies last.
The Palm Beach County Library System is an official Passport Acceptance Facility for the U.S. Department of State.
What Does the Library Mean to You?
The design for the new library branch will include public art inspired by the diverse meaningful roles libraries play in the community. To assist with this project we want to hear about what libraries mean to you.
Take the Survey about what the library means to you.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Sexual Assault Awareness Month campaign is observed in the month of April. Learn more about this campaign with our resources.
Books For Children about Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Books For Adults about Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Books For Teens about Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Volunteer Appreciation Week
Sun, Apr 18 — Sat, Apr 24, 2021Library Volunteers Always Needed, Forever Appreciated.
Volunteer Here! and celebrate volunteer appreciation week.
SNAP Outreach
The Library will once again be partnering with the Palm Beach County Food Bank to offer assistance with SNAP benefits. Benefits specialists from the PBC Food Bank will assist with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) application process and conduct the food stamp interview.
Learn More about assistance with SNAP benefits.
Wonderbook
Wonderbooks are here! Get to know the books that read out loud! Wonderbooks read to children, ask questions, and make learning fun. Discover the ready-to-play audiobook inside every Wonderbook. Then, switch to Learning Mode to talk more about the book.
Learn More about Wonderbooks.
BookSquad
Looking for your next great read? Our BookSquad is here to help! Complete our online form and we will email you a personalized list of suggested titles.
Ask the BookSquad what to read.