All Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System branches will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
All Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System branches will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
The Appleby Library Branch will be temporarily closed for renovations beginning June 1.
We appreciate your patience and understanding
The Appleby Library Branch will be temporarily closed for renovations beginning June 1.
We appreciate your patience and understanding
Heads up!
Heads up!
eRead Kids ebooks from the Boundless app have been successfully migrated to The Palace Project app. Enjoy seamless access to your favorite titles in one place!”
Timeline of Changes:
November 10: In-app notification appears. GPLS shares messaging via social media and georgialibraries.org/ereadkids.
November 18: Final day for checkouts in the Boundless app.
November 19: Checkouts turned off in Boundless; final usage stats collected.
December 3: Boundless turns off and Palace access goes live.
eRead Kids update!
eRead Kids update!
Georgia students in K-3 can submit an original story to win prizes and be featured on GPB's website!
Deadline to enter is March 31, 2026
Georgia students in K-3 can submit an original story to win prizes and be featured on GPB's website!
Deadline to enter is March 31, 2026
PBS Kids Writers Contest
Harnessing Creative Writing for Resilience and Wholeness while Uncompromising One’s Own Values
Date | Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Time | 11:00am
Location | Headquarters Library
Register by calling 706-821-2627 or online
Harnessing Creative Writing for Resilience and Wholeness while Uncompromising One’s Own Values
Date | Saturday, May 23rd, 2025
Time | 11:00am
Location | Headquarters Library
Register by calling 706-821-2627 or online
Healing Forward
Healing Forward
DATE: 05/28/2026
TIME: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
LOCATION: Diamond Lakes Branch Library
Kick off summer with crafts, a giant dino photo opportunity, and fun activities for all ages. Supplies available while they last.
DATE: 05/28/2026
TIME: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
LOCATION: Diamond Lakes Branch Library
Kick off summer with crafts, a giant dino photo opportunity, and fun activities for all ages. Supplies available while they last.
Summer Learning Launch Drop-In
Summer Learning Launch Drop-In
Beyond Basics: Taking your Family History Research to the Next Level.
Hit a brick wall in your family research? Don’t know what to do or where to go for that next clue? Join professional genealogist Tina Rae Floyd on Thursday, May 21 at 11:00 am in the third floor computer lab as she helps participants find ways to break down those walls. This is an intermediate level class, so participants must be familiar with basic genealogical concepts and be comfortable navigating such genealogy databases as Ancestry.com and FamilySearch.org. Please call the Georgia Room at 706-826-1511 or email genealogy@arcpls.org to register.
Beyond Basics: Taking your Family History Research to the Next Level.
Hit a brick wall in your family research? Don’t know what to do or where to go for that next clue? Join professional genealogist Tina Rae Floyd on Thursday, May 21 at 11:00 am in the third floor computer lab as she helps participants find ways to break down those walls. This is an intermediate level class, so participants must be familiar with basic genealogical concepts and be comfortable navigating such genealogy databases as Ancestry.com and FamilySearch.org. Please call the Georgia Room at 706-826-1511 or email genealogy@arcpls.org to register.
Date: 05/20/2026
Time: 10:30am – 11:00am
Location: Maxwell Branch Library
Get ready for an hour of giggles and sparkle! Join us for Bubbles adventures, where kids can chase, pop, and play with bubbles of all sizes. From giant bubbles to bubble art, there’s endless fun and excitement waiting for little ones. Come float into a world of bubbly adventures!
Date: 05/20/2026
Time: 10:30am – 11:00am
Location: Maxwell Branch Library
Get ready for an hour of giggles and sparkle! Join us for Bubbles adventures, where kids can chase, pop, and play with bubbles of all sizes. From giant bubbles to bubble art, there’s endless fun and excitement waiting for little ones. Come float into a world of bubbly adventures!
Bubble Adventures
Bubble Adventures
Date: Thursday May 28, 2026
Time: 11:00am-11:30am
Location: Wallace Branch Library
Build, stack, and play at Tots & Blocks—a special LEGO hour just for toddlers! This hands-on program encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and imaginative play using toddler-friendly blocks and bricks.
Perfect for ages 1-5, little builders and their caregivers can explore, socialize, and create in a fun and safe space designed just for them.
Date: All Month Long | Time: Open Hours
Location: Wallace Branch Library
Come color with us. Coloring sheets are available to help you relax and calm your mind all month long.
Tots and Blocks: Lego Playtime for Toddlers
Tots and Blocks: Lego Playtime for Toddlers
Access the AJC from your personal device when connected to library Wi-Fi or from a library computer. Simply use the link available below.
Access the AJC from your personal device when connected to library Wi-Fi or from a library computer. Simply use the link available below.
Want to explore your family history?
Find helpful resources for your research by using MyHeritage Library Edition.
Prepare for ACCUPLACER and ASSET
college placement tests, CLEP exams,
and graduate school admissions exams
such as the GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT
and PCAT using LearningExpress Library
Start your savings journey toward financial security.
Designed by industry experts to promote financial literacy, FinancialFit includes a curated collection of personal finance lessons to guide learners in making life's biggest financial decisions.
Start your savings journey toward financial security.
Our library offers free access to FinancialFit, an e-learning resource containing lessons, videos and interactive tools to help you make informed decisions in all areas of personal finance. Learn about budgeting, managing expenses, saving for big purchases and more. Most lessons can be completed in under five minutes each! Achieve your financial resolutions with FinancialFit.
Did you know access to books isn’t the only thing that comes with your PINES library card? That’s right! Ask your librarian about your free museum pass, city discounts and more.
Appleby every Wednesday 10:30 am
Diamond Lakes: Tuesdays 10:00 am
Friedman: Tuesdays 10:30 am
Maxwell: Wednesdays 10:30 am
Wallace: Tuesdays 11:00 am
Headquarters: Sensory Storytime Tuesdays 10:00 am
Headquarters: Toddler Storytime Thursday 10:00 am
Story Time
Story Time
Our state-of-the-art space is ready to welcome innovators, tech enthusiasts, and creators alike.
Visit the Tech Hub!
Visit the Tech Hub!
Come and be part of a dynamic community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of tech.
The AJC Second Chance Desk on the first Wednesday of every month is a FREE resource helping citizens of Burke and Richmond Counties clear eligible criminal records.
The AJC Second Chance Desk on the first Wednesday of every month is a FREE resource helping citizens of Burke and Richmond Counties clear eligible criminal records.
Calling all young men ages 6-16! Ignite your imagination, built confidence, and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Every 4th Saturday from 10 AM to 12 PM at Maxwell Branch Library.
Empower Through Reading:
A Kappa Alpha Psi Event
Empower Through Reading:
A Kappa Alpha Psi Event
