Services & Library Programs

Borrow books, check out movies, download eBooks, read magazine articles. And that's just for starters.

Use our catalog to find what you're looking for. With over 1.2 million items, we have what you want, from the latest best sellers, to children's books, to graphic novels, to how-to manuals, and beyond. And you can borrow more than you might expect:

• Browse lists of  music CDs and DVDs to see and request what's new.  
• We have thousands of Audiobooks on CD, and a growing collection of Playaways.
• The International Collection includes books in Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, French, German, Italian and Russian, to name just a few.
• We even have Kill-A-Watt Energy Use Meters you can check out.

If what you want isn't immediately available at your library, you can place a hold. We'll deliver it for you to pick up, and even send you a notice when it's ready. 

We have almost 20,000 eBooks and eAudiobooks to download and enjoy from home to your computer or on the go to your mobile device. And our eResources offer tutoring, up-to-date business information, magazine and journal articles, language learning, product reviews, study guides, and on and on. 

Classes, Events, & Programs

Of course we offer age-targeted storytimes!

Did you know we also host computer classes, one-on-one help sessions, and Book clubs? We even let you Read to the Dogs! Special programs like Summer Reading and Dia De Los Niños feature performers, author readings, star parties, book signings, and more at libraries and venues throughout the city. 

No matter what it is you're interested in, there's something happening every day at your library! Our Program and Events Guide has a full listing.

Meeting & Study Rooms

Do you need a place for your group to meet? Book one of our rooms!
We also have conference rooms for small groups and individual study.  

To get started, call or visit the branch library with the room you'd like to use.
Then, review the Meeting Room Policy and Rules. Click "book online" on the desired library location below to start the booking process.

See our Meeting Room Policy and Meeting Room Use Rules for more information.

Public Access Computers

Do you need to apply for a job? Check your email? Is your home computer broken and you're working to meet a deadline? We can help.

Each branch of the Public Library, except for the Ernie Pyle Library, has internet-connected computers, outfitted with MS Office software, available for you.  Programs available on public access computers are: Microsoft Edge, Notepad, Wordpad, Calculator, Paint, Firefox, assorted games, and Microsoft Office 2019 suite including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher.  

Printing is available for 15¢ per page. Just add funds to your card, and print what you need. Branches also offer separate fax and copier service.

We are unable to accept advance reservations, but do have a sign up station at each branch to manage lines. Sessions are limited to one hour at a time when others are waiting.

Related Information: Computer and Internet Classes | WiFi  | Computer Use Policy | Computer Rules

Every branch of the Public Library offers free wireless internet through a wifi connection. See our WiFi page for more information.

Real Help from Real People

• Get started on your latest project
• Download digital media eBooks, eAudiobooks, and digital music and magazines
• Research your family history with Genealogy collections
• Learn online, find GED resources, and strengthen basic or advanced professional skills with in-person and online computer classes
• Find a good book to read

Contact us!

• Ask us! Online
• Visit, email or call your local branch library
• Customer assistance: (505) 768-5141 | library@cabq.gov

Book Groups & Book Lists

Collections

Classes, Events, & Programs

Meeting & Study Rooms

Public Access Computers

WiFi

Reference Services

More Information

For more information about any service we offer:

• Ask us! Online
• Contact by phone or email: (505) 768-5141 | library@cabq.gov
• Call or email your local branch library