Schenectady County Public Library

Life can get busy, and the Schenectady County Public Library knows returning library books, DVDs, and other materials on time can be challenging. Did you know the Schenectady County Public Library eliminated late fines on books and materials returned after the due date? 

Eliminating late fines makes it easier to enjoy everything your neighborhood branch offers. If you have a late item, you can still use the library computer and enjoy other services offered at your local library. Replacement fees are still charged for lost or damaged library materials.

Do you have an overdue library book? Come back, return the book, and enjoy your neighborhood library once again. 

Schenectady County Public Library's nine neighborhood branches are warm and welcoming spaces that encourage and inspire the quest for lifelong learning, exploration, and innovation. 

Since 2010, the Schenectady County Legislature has invested millions of dollars to ensure each branch is accessible to all in the community. Many branch libraries, including the Hon. Karen Bradley Central Branch's new children's wing and the Phyllis Bornt and Mont Pleasant branches, have undergone renovations to improve their facilities. Additionally, in 2022 the Scotia branch opened a brand-new addition to better serve the community. In 2023, the County will invest an additional $1.7 million to continue to redesign and transform the library system.