Mays Landing Branch

Mays Landing Branch Temporary Closure

The Mays Landing branch of the Atlantic County Library System will be closed temporarily as of Monday, August 26, 2024 for the installation of a new $2.68 million HVAC system and generator. The library branch is expected to reopen in January 2025.

Pre-construction mobilization will begin as of August 5. As a result, the four electric vehicle charging stations in the library parking lot will not be available August 5 through September 3, but will then be available throughout the duration of the project.

During the closure, patrons are encouraged to visit any of the library system’s other nine branches. Patrons may also access digital media services and databases 24/7 on the website.

The Mays Landing branch’s book drop box, located in the front of the building, will remain open for the return of any borrowed materials.

ACLS Mays Landing Branch will not be accepting item donations during this time. In the interim, donations may be made to one of other 9 branches. Please call ahead to confirm.

Despite remaining closed for construction, the library’s second floor meeting room will still serve as an Early Voting location for the general election, October 26 through November 3.

Services: Public Computers, Printer (Black & White and Color), Mobile Printing, Copier (Black & White and Color) with free scan-to-email, Scanner, Fax Machine, Charging Lockers, Free Wi-Fi, Exam Proctoring

Mays Landing Library Butterfly Garden

The Mays Landing Library's butterfly garden was created in 2015 and features native plants that naturally occur in New Jersey and surrounding environs.

Native plants are plants that have evolved to grow in specific regions and have established complex relationships with other native plants, insects and animals. Their leaves, fruit, pollen and nectar are the preferred food vital to native insects and wildlife including bees, birds and butterflies.

The library garden features plants such as aster, coneflower, daisies, hyssop, cardinal flower, goldenrod, yarrow, and oregano; and, shrubs such as viburnum, dogwood, redbud, New Jersey tea, spicebush, sweet pepperbush, inkberry holly, serviceberry, and ninebark.

The garden is designed, planted and maintained by Rutgers Master Gardeners of Atlantic County.

Awards: 2017 Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Garden of Distinction, 2018 Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Garden of Distinction.

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Testimonials

Amazing library, great view out the window. Surprising for such a small town and I usually go to the Library of Congress.

Friendly librarians and people who care about their work. Great community resource and seems to be well attended.

- Darrell Prince

"My hometown library. The librarians are always helpful. We visit daily, love the kid's events and programs." - Becky O'Toole

"Excellent library, great staff, good selection of books and materials. Comfortable seating, good internet area, located just off main rd, but near a lovely park, very tranquil!" - Maryjane M.