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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

Why do my materials stay on my account after I’ve returned them?

Returned items will be quarantined for 72 hours and will be removed from your account after that time.

How do I get e-books?

Visit our Digital Media page to access e-books at your fingertips.

How do I renew my expired library card?

Most cards are good for five years. When your card expires, please visit any Palm Beach County Library location with photo ID and proof of current residential address to renew your card.

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The library is now offering activities to attend online. Preregister online and receive the login information for your activity, then click on the link provided here to download Zoom and attend.

Sign up for our digital activities from all locations, spanning from the North County, South, Glades & West area! These event calendars will be sent out twice a month. Also, check out our newsletters, monthly e-book, audiobook, movie & tv updates.

Remote access to Ancestry Library Edition has been extended until Dec 31. All you need is your Palm Beach County Library card.

Virtual Volunteer Services

The Library has some exciting volunteer opportunities for teens who are looking for volunteer service hours or are to expand their horizons! Teens can choose from two online volunteer opportunities. Teens can attend a virtual teen advisory meeting or participate in a virtual book discussion.

Register as a volunteer, then choose your volunteer project! Do something positive for you, the library and the community! Volunteer now!

Volunteer Here! Do something positive for you, the library and the community!

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.

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.