For the 16th consecutive year, the Nicholson Memorial Library System has been awarded the Texas Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association.
Of the 568 public library systems in Texas, only 56 received the award. Our library system has received this award every year since 2005, when it was established. Garland’s system consistently performs in the top 10% of Texas libraries.
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The Garland Libraries are open. All Garland libraries have reduced hours and 25% capacity. Masks must be worn at all times and must cover the nose and mouth. We ask that you wash your hands and make use of our many hand sanitizer stations throughout the Garland libraries. Please visit our HOLIDAY CLOSURES page for our holiday schedule.
Central Library (625 Austin Street):
Monday and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday closed
South Garland Branch (4845 Broadway Blvd.):
Tuesday & Thursday 1 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday & Monday closed
North Garland Branch (3845 N. Garland Ave.):
Tuesday & Thursday 1 to 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday & Monday closed
Walnut Creek Branch (3319 Edgewood Dr.):
Tuesday & Thursday 1 to 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday & Monday closed
Senior hours (age 65+): Central Library, Tuesday 9 to 10 a.m.
South Garland Branch, Thursday 12 to 1 p.m.
All libraries have seating plus tables and chairs. Everything is spaced 6 feet apart and arranged for one user at a time. Some furniture has been removed at each location to accommodate the distancing requirements. Study rooms are not available.
- Curbside pickup and the book drops are available (click on the CHECKOUTS/HOLDS tab for details).
- Please use the library’s ONLINE RESOURCES.
- If you need a library card click on ONLINE REGISTRATION.
- Please email LIB-SUPPORT with any questions or concerns you may have.
Information and photo provided by city of Garland.