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    1. Play and Learn at the Central Library Express Stop by every Friday morning for some fun open play! For children ages 0-6. No reservation required....
      Play and Learn at the Central Library Express
    2. Toddler Time at the North Garland Branch Library Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their ...
      Toddler Time at the North Garland Branch Library
    3. Baby Bounce and Read at the South Garland Branch Library Babies, from newborns to 18 months, and their caregivers can learn, play and grow in this storytime ...
      Baby Bounce and Read at the South Garland Branch Library
    4. Preschool Discovery at the North Garland Branch Library Children ages 3-5 will learn, play, and grow during this interactive storytime full of stories, crea...
      Preschool Discovery at the North Garland Branch Library
    5. Toddler Time at the South Garland Branch Library Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their ...
      Toddler Time at the South Garland Branch Library
    6. Maker Space Classes at the Central Library Express Come learn about Central’s Maker Space and develop maker techniques like laser cutting, 3D design, 3...
      Maker Space Classes at the Central Library Express
    7. Every Body Yoga: Yinyoga at the South Garland Branch Library Adults can learn the basics of yoga from a professional yoga instructor.
      Every Body Yoga: Yinyoga at the South Garland Branch Library
    8. Mini Maker Space: Open Lab at the Central Library Express Teens (ages 13-17) and adults are welcome to use the library’s Maker Space tools and resources. A va...
      Mini Maker Space: Open Lab at the Central Library Express
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  1. Renovation Info
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  3. Checkouts / Holds
  4. Library Cards

Garland’s Central Library will undergo renovations beginning April 16. The renovations will incorporate life and safety upgrades to the building, as well as changes to make the library more attractive and functional for the community. Expected changes include additional study and meeting spaces, a revamped community room, and a redesigned children’s area. 

The renovations will likely take 12 to 14 months to complete. In the interim, the Central Library will serve the community from a temporary location at the former Garland Women’s Activities Building, 713 Austin St., just down the street from the current library site. 

What hours will the temporary Central Library be open? 
Central Library Express – will retain the same hours of operation: 
Sunday: 2 to 6 p.m. 
Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 
Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

What services will be available at the temporary location? 
During the renovation, library staff will provide service to the downtown area from both Central Library Express in the former Women's Activities Building (Central Library Express) and the library kiosk planned for installation near the Downtown Square.  

Central Library Express will offer: 
Wireless Internet access, public computers, and other technology 
Reference services 
Indoor and outdoor programming for all ages with limited seating 
New and in-demand materials collections 
Holds pickup area 
Browsing collection (kiosk on the Square) 

Will service at Garland’s branch libraries be affected? 
There are no planned disruptions because of the Central Library renovation, but your branch may be busier than it has been in the past.  We are planning for this and will do our best to make this a positive experience for everyone. 

Branch Hours: 
Tuesday and Thursday: 12 to 8 p.m. 
Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 
Sunday and Monday: closed