Services

Art Studio

Art studio spaces were created to offer artist in residence programming which will give the community opportunities to watch visual artists at work.

Information Desk/Shelf Check-Out Stations

Library staff will be available to welcome patrons, help answer questions, direct people through the building. Patrons can now use our self-check stations to check out their materials, check their accounts and pay fines.

Georgia Library Service for the Blind (G.L.S)

GLS (formerly GLASS) promotes the use of assistive technology and accessible reading materials for those who are blind or whose physical abilities require the use of books and magazines in audio format or in braille.

Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Volunteer Services

Volunteer Services offers opportunities for teens and adults to apply and serve as a volunteer across our 34 locations.

Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Architecture

Grand Stairway

The architects’ goal when creating this first floor space was to make it open and inviting. This new addition to the first floor allows easy access to our library services on floors 2-4.

Pink Tapestry

The pink tapestry (currently hanging on the west wall) was designed by architect Marcel Breuer, and the others, now located on the 4th floor, were done by artist Romare Bearden.

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Computers

Our computer lab offers over 150 computers for public use, along with wifi and printing capabilities. We also have 2 classrooms on this floor for computer instruction.

GED and ESL Classes

A variety of classes and testing opportunities will be available on this floor, including GED and ESL.

Meeting Rooms and Classrooms

Architecture 

Iconic Stairs

This is the best place to observe Breuer’s iconic stair design, looking up from the 2nd floor to the 3rd floor amid a profusion of angles and textures bathed in natural light from above.

Tree of Lights

This sculpture is made of text inscribed mirror discs arranged like the leaves on a tree while referencing Marcel Breuer’s original quartet of skylights located on the ceiling of the fourth floor.

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General Collections

All adult print and audiovisual circulating and reference materials can be found on this floor, including DVD's, music CD's, audiobooks, large print, periodicals, foreign language and more.

Study Rooms

Study rooms that can accommodate individuals or small groups are available on this floor.

Georgia Genealogy and Local History (Special Collections)

Our Special Collections department highlights local history and genealogy. Appointments are required.

Architecture 

Dome Lights

Standing between the 3rd and 4th floors is the best place to see the dome lights on the roof, which are original, and inspired the circular lighting that can be seen throughout the building.

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Children's Services

This floor has books and AV materials for children of all ages, as well as computers for children and will feature special children's programming throughout the year.

Storytime Corner

Children and their parents can visit for scheduled Storytime programs to hear stories, sing songs and enjoy an appreciation of books and reading.

Best Buy Teen Tech Center

This space includes the Best Buy Teen Tech Center where teens can explore the latest technology, as well as study space, books and reference materials and comfortable seating for teens to enjoy.

Administration and Board Rooms

This space will host the Library Board of Trustees meetings, as well as other library administration functions.

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