Ask a Librarian!
Get answers, research help, and account information by email, chat or phone.
Community Services
Tutoring, meeting rooms, adaptive equipment, proctoring, tours, information for new immigrants.
Computer Training
Free classes on a variety of topics at the Little Walnut Creek, Ruiz, and Faulk Central libraries. Some classes are in Spanish.
Databases
Full-text magazine and newspaper articles, electronic books, encyclopedias and dictionaries, business directories, legal forms, auto repair, and practice tests.
Findit Online Catalog
Search the catalog, place a hold on a title, and renew your checked out materials.
Good Reads
Reading lists created by staff librarians, plus award winners, classics, and other acclaimed fiction and nonfiction.
Información en español
Información sobre las reglas de préstamo, las clases de computación, el Programa para el Nuevo Inmigrante y los servicios de la ciudad.
Interlibrary Loan
Interlibrary Loan (ILL) allows card holders to borrow materials not owned by the Austin Public Library.
Internet Access
Public computers provide free access to the Internet and have MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access installed. All locations also offer free wireless.
Library Cards
Check out books, dvds, music cds, audiobooks, and use the online databases remotely.
Meeting Rooms
The Austin Public Library provides meeting rooms for the public.
Research Tools
Use the Library's online resources to research any topic.
TexShare Card Program
Borrow materials directly from The University of Texas, Austin Community College, and libraries outside Austin.
Wired for Youth
The Michael & Susan Dell Wired for Youth Centers host computers with a range of tools and software. Teen Librarians help youth ages 8-17 to use computers for schoolwork, personal interests, email and chatting, research, and leisure.
Youth Services
Youth programs, resources, and reading lists entertain and enlighten Austin kids and teens.
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Funded in whole or in part by a Loan Star Libraries Grant authorized by the Texas Legislature and awarded by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission to the Austin Public Library.
