The Library welcomes people who want to use the Library's reading rooms and access the Internet, as well as those who are interested in using the collection and services. To access the Library for a very short period, you can purchase either a Day or Week Pass. If you're in town a bit longer, consider either a 4-month or 6-month membership.

Visit the membership page for details.

What the Library Offers

Collection Overview

Our collection of more than 120,000 resources features the best of classic and contemporary fiction, English translations of the world's finest literature, and a wide variety of books on all subjects, including travel guides. In addition, the Library has significant holdings by American and other English-language authors in American history, literary criticism, and poetry. New books are added regularly. Our collection is organized in different sections: Fiction, Non-Fiction, Biographies, Travel Guides, Mysteries, and more.

The Library's collection of CDs and audio tapes includes jazz, pop, classical works, and audiobooks. American and international films, as well as documentaries and popular TV series, are available on DVD. Also available: Language learning methods, on audiotape and CD.

Find out more, explore the collection.

Evening Programs and Events

The Library offers a wide range of programs and events during the evening and on some weekends including readings by authors, presentations by experts, discussions about art, and more.

Visit the Events and Programs page for a sneak peak of what's coming up.

Internet Access

Internet access at the Library is free of charge for all members as well as for Day and Week Pass users. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the Library; just ask for the password at the Circulation Desk. You may also reserve Internet access time on one of the Library's two workstations.

For more details, see our Internet Access Policy and usage guidelines.

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