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All Virginia Beach Public Libraries, except those serving as designated cooling centers, will be closed on Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Please view the City's Independence Day operating schedule for more information.
Learn MoreDue to forecasted temperatures, two Virginia Beach Public Library branches will open as cooling centers from noon to 5 p.m., July 3-5. The Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd. and the Princess Anne Area Library, 1444 Nimmo Parkway, will serve as cooling centers for residents and visitors. Only the lobby, restrooms and meeting rooms will be open at the Central Library; all other spaces and services will be closed. The entire building and library services will be open at the Princess Anne Area Library.
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Stop by a branch to attend a free program, access technology, browse the shelves or just relax and read.
VBPL has 10 locations including a central library, a joint-use (academic/public) library in partnership with Tidewater Community College, seven area libraries and a public law library.
Operating hours vary by location. Drive-up service is available at our Bayside, Princess Anne and Oceanfront branches.
Reserve a meeting room (fees apply) or find a quiet study room, first come, first served.
VBPL offers internet-connected computers with Microsoft Office software, plus options for printing, scanning and more.
VBPL offers free notary service, by appointment, at limited library locations.
Use your library card to access hundreds of excellent technology resources or online courses covering a wide range of topics and tools.
Interested in knowing more about the library's functions? VBPL is happy to provide general and specialized library tours. School/daycare, scout groups, and adult groups are welcome.
Explore this curated collection of seeds made freely available to the public for home gardens.