As of July 16, 2021:

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we all try to navigate safely through these difficult times.

• Hours of operation: Please refer to each individual branch's page, or our mobile app, for that location's hours.
• Those fully vaccinated are not required to wear masks but are welcome to do so. Those not fully vaccinated are recommended to continue wearing masks.
• Social distancing is also encouraged for the health and safety of our patrons and staff.
• Curbside pick-up is available at all our branches. Please read our Holds, Checkouts, Returns & Curbside Pickup FAQs for more information.
• Branch Book Sales are being held. Please contact your branch to see if donations are being accepted.
• Summer Reading Program events are now being scheduled, see our Calender of Events.
• View and subscribe to the ACLS YouTube channel for Storytime Anytime, craft & STEM videos.
• Computer use is limited to 1 1/2  hours.

Your ACLS card still gives you 24/7 free access to online resources. Use your phone, mobile device or laptop to access these services from the comfort and safety of your home at atlanticlibrary.org/digital_media and atlanticlibrary.org/databases.

With CARES Act funding, the New Jersey State Library has acquired a subscription to Brainfuse HelpNow for all New Jersey public libraries.  Access to this unique tutoring and study suite for all ages is available with your ACLS card.

Whether you need help tackling a homework problem, mastering a particular topic, or writing a paper, you can get live, on-demand help by expert tutors; Monday through Sunday from 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Additionally, the full service test center offers practice tests for all levels in math, reading, and writing as well as college preparatory tests, including the SAT, anytime. For more information, read this User Guide and/or watch this demo YouTube video.

Use this link and your library card to get homehelp now!

April 4-10, 2021 is National Library Week, a time to highlight the essential role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. The theme for this year’s National Library Week is “Welcome to your library,” which promotes the idea that libraries extend far beyond the four walls of a building and that everyone is welcome to use their services. Whether people visit virtually or in person, libraries are accessible and inclusive places that foster a sense of belonging and community through learning, discovery and exploration.

During these challenging times, libraries have been going above and beyond to adapt to our changing world by expanding their resources and continuing to meet the needs of their patrons. Libraries across the country are making a difference in people’s lives by providing electronic learning resources like online homework help and supporting the community with virtual services.

This week, the Atlantic County Library System encourages all community members to explore our website and access our virtual services and programs. ACLS offers a wide array of online resources that are available from the comfort of home, including downloadable books, audiobooks, magazines, music, & videos, online databases, and YouTube storytime, crafts and STEM videos.

Show your appreciation and support for libraries by visiting the ACLS, American Library Association, and I Love Libraries websites and social media pages. Follow along and post on social media using the hashtags #NationalLibraryWeek #LibrariesTransform #ACLSWelcome.