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.

Christmas is coming early to the Egg Harbor Township branch of the Atlantic County Library System.

Beginning December 13, 2018, the EHT branch will receive a new circulation desk and information/reference desk as well as replacement floor tiles. Inclement weather has caused a shipping delay of some of the furniture. As a result, installation of the new circulation desk and completion been pushed back to February 13.

The library will remain open during construction though visitors will need to enter the library from the side entrance and may experience some noise during construction. Noise may also be responsible for some phone calls not be answered. If you are having trouble reaching EHT by phone, please try another ACLS Branch who can answer your questions as well as assist you with renewals and placing holds.

Our staff will do everything to ensure it is an easy process for everyone. “These new improvements will make a visit to the Egg Harbor Township branch an even more enjoyable experience. We welcome the public to stop in to see them for themselves and to take advantage of the many services and programs we provide, free of charge, from toddlers to seniors,” said Gair Helfrich, Atlantic County Library System Director.

On October 1, 2018 Ventnor City’s Plastic Bag Fee Ordinance went into effect making it the second municipality in Atlantic County, after Longport, to do so. Atlantic County Officials are also seeking to prohibit single-use bags and straws in County parks.

In support of these measures and to promote environmental awareness, the Atlantic County Library System is also going green by offering patrons an opportunity to purchase a reusable tote bag branches to transport library materials. The bags will be available to the public at any of our branches for a non-profit cost of $2.00 each.

Do your environment good by using them at the library and around town in place of single-use plastic bags.  It will also be a great reminder to stop by your local Atlantic County Library System branch and refill your bag with more great reads, music CDs and, family entertainment.