Federal workers, families and businesses across Atlantic County have been financially and emotionally affected by the Government shutdown.  As a consequence, many local business, utility companies, large corporations as well as charity organizations are doing what they can to ease the burden and stress that has been caused.

While we are happy a temporary agreement has been reached to reopen Federal services, assistance may still be needed until folks can get themselves back on their feet.

To this end, the Atlantic County Library System will continue waiving library fines for Federal employees and contractors until at least February 15, 2019. Those affected can show their employee IDs at their local branch to get a fresh start. We welcome you to check out books, movies, and music as well as use our public computers and other services for some relief during this difficult time.

Click here for a list of other types of support that can be found for our community.

Two Atlantic County Library System Gardens Named
2018 “Gardens of Distinction” by Pennsylvania Horticultural Society

The Mays Landing and Egg Harbor Township branches each received 2018 Garden of Distinction recognition by the Philadelphia-based Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. Both library branches were entered in this year’s Gardening and Greening Contest which recognizes the achievements of gardeners in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

The Egg Harbor Township Branch won for its first-time entry in the tiered pollinator garden category.

This is the Mays Landing Branch’s second year winning in the courtyard pollinator garden category.
 

Both gardens are designed, planted and maintained by Rutgers Master Gardeners of Atlantic County.

As students prepare to head back to school, there is one essential school supply that requires no shopping and doesn't cost a penny – a library card.

This September, the Atlantic County Library System is joining with the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide in promoting Library Card Sign-up Month. We encourage parents, caregivers and students to obtain a free library card that will save them money while reaping rewards in academic achievement and lifelong learning. A library card provides endless opportunities to transform the school year, lives, and the community through education.

Whether it’s providing free access to books, programs, educational apps, homework help, digital media, or 24/7 online databases and resources, a library card is one of the most cost effective back-to-school supplies. Libraries play an important role in the education and development of children. Studies show children who are read to in the home and who use the library perform better in school and are more likely to continue to use the library as a source of lifetime learning.

For more information about how to sign up for a library card, please visit any of our branches in person or read this.