We apologize to our library patrons for their frustrating experiences with our electronic return boxes. Our intention was that these would improve library operations by offering a way for materials to be checked in when libraries are closed. We are aware of the issues that patrons are experiencing, and have instituted a three-day grace period…
Why are some libraries closed the day before or after a holiday?
June 3, 2019
Due to the Library's regular service days (Tuesday-Saturday) and certain contractual commitments, libraries are closed either the day following or the day preceding an observed holiday when that holiday falls on a day when the libraries are regularly not open. The library has neither sufficient staffing, nor the budget dollars to pay overtime, that would…
New Bookdrops!
February 25, 2019
New bookdrops are active at all library locations. These "smart" drops will check-in your books automatically upon deposit. No more waiting for items to be removed from your account on days when the library is closed. This improvement is just one of the ways we hope to serve you, our patrons, better…
Now Open Sundays!
January 6, 2019
Three Tacoma Public Library branches, Moore, Wheelock, and Kobetich are now open six days per week during the public school year, holiday weeks excluded. The Moore and Wheelock branches are the system's "regional" libraries and busiest locations, while Kobetich geographically triangulates library services that are available in Tacoma on Sundays. All three locations are open…
South Tacoma Branch Grand Re-opening
November 28, 2018
You’re invited! Join us Saturday, December 1, for a day-long celebration of the grand re-opening of the South Tacoma branch of the Tacoma Public Library. 9:45 am Ribbon Cutting with the Tacoma Public Library Board of Trustees 10 am – noon Daffodil Princesses storytime and crafts Noon – 2 pm Special Effects photo booth 2…
Where The Wild Things Are – Maurice Sendak: The Memorial Exhibition…
September 18, 2018
TACOMA, Washington- The original, iconic artwork of beloved author and illustrator Maurice Sendak such as Where the Wild Things Are, In the Night Kitchen, Outside Over There, will be on display from September 25 through December 1, 2018 at Tacoma Public Library’s Handforth Gallery. The traveling “Memorial Exhibition…50 Years, 50 Works, 50 Reasons” includes work…
South Tacoma Branch Closed for Improvements, Sept. 1 – Nov. 30
August 13, 2018
South Tacoma is "overdue" for a refresh and it's finally happening! Starting Saturday, September 1 the branch will be closed for an estimated 3 months, through November. Here’s what you need to know: What work is being done? We are creating a teen area, creating more space for people, replacing furniture (adding more comfortable furniture)…
Visit Tacoma Museums for Free
July 27, 2018
Play tourist in your own town and visit one of our world-class museums for free this summer. The library has passes to the Washington State History Museum, Tacoma Art Museum, Museum of Glass, and just added new passes to the Foss Waterway Seaport Museum and Lakewold Gardens. All passes circulate for 1 week and make…
Libraries Transform Tacoma
July 18, 2018
Tacoma Public Library is hosting conversations with people from our community (YOU). Each one is a chance for us to better understand people’s aspirations for our community, the concerns you have and what you believe might make a difference in strengthening the community. We’ll take what we learn from these conversations and use it to…
Book Club Kits – Now for Branch Pick Up
June 18, 2018
Tacoma Public Library has book club kits, and beginning Tuesday, June 12, you can reserve them for pick up at the branch of your choice! What are book club kits? They are sets of multiple copies of a title that can be checked out and used for your own book group or group of friends. The…
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