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Adventures In 3D: Bats
Adventures In 3D: Bats
5:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Spooky Pajama Storytime
Spooky Pajama Storytime
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
News
5G Wifi Hotspots now available to APL cardholders
 
5G Wifi Hotspots now available to APL cardholders
5G WiFi Hotspots Tutorial Video
Please click here to watch instructions.
- Press and hold the Power button on the front of the hotspot for three seconds until the MiFi X PRO 5G logo appears. After 90 seconds, the Home screen will appear on the display.
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2025 APL Voting Locations
 
2025 APL Voting Locations
Austinites have been asked to decide on 17 proposed amendments to the state constitution, as well as Proposition Q, a local ballot measure that proposes increasing the city's property tax rate to fund critical municipal services for the 2025–2026 fiscal year.
The Austin Public Library offers three early voting locations, open now until October 31st:
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Central Library Shared Learning Rooms Temporarily Closed Starting May 12th for Tech Makeover
 
Central Library Shared Learning Rooms Temporarily Closed Starting May 12th for Tech Makeover
Starting on Monday, May 12th, 2025, the Central Library will begin a comprehensive remodel of its eleven Shared Learning Rooms (SLRs) to modernize outdated technology, improve durability against tampering and theft, and transform each space into a more innovative and collaborative environment.
Each SLR will feature fully integrated components such as new LG displays,…
Café Crème opens at Austin Central Library
 
Café Crème opens at Austin Central Library
Café Crème, a locally-owned coffee shop/bakery has opened their newest location in the Central Austin Public Library at 710 W. César Chávez. Swing by to try their cold brew, green tea latte, or fresh pastries among other items.
While the shop gets up and running, hours will be from 7am - 5pm daily. In the upcoming weeks, the shop will offer a full menu (including breakfast…
 
