Curbside and Virtual Services

Updated August 2022

Branch Hours

Curbside services continue to be offered during open hours until 4 pm at all branches. (Learn more about curbside services.)

Normal circulation procedures resumed on August 1, 2020. This includes:

• resuming regular circulation periods;
• assessing fines on overdue materials;
• expiration of holds that are not picked up.

Can I access the library's WiFi?

All library locations have limited wireless internet access. External WiFi access is available from parking lots from 6 am–10 pm, seven days a week. There is no WiFi access in the City of Fairfax Regional Library parking garage.

What digital resources are available?

The library has many digital materials, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, Online Courses, and Research Databases. You will need a Library Card, if you do not already have one. If you are new to the library's digital resources, visit Getting Started with Digital for more details. 

Can I get a library card?

Yes. The library's online library card application will provide you with a temporary card number or you can visit your local branch.

What about my holds? I was notified they were ready for pick-up.

Hold pick-up is available via Curbside Services during Curbside hours or self-pickup during regular open hours. Please check your account for pick-up dates.

What is the status of library programs?

Check out a full list of our digital program offerings and register to attend, where required, using our event calendar.

What is the status of library meeting rooms?

Meeting rooms are available for reservations as of June 5, 2021 on a rolling 30-day basis.

Are you accepting book donations?

No donated materials are accepted at this time.

I am a homebound customer with your Access Services branch; will I still receive my items?

The Access Services library is open and providing services in person, via phone, mail, email, Overdrive, and BARD to our Talking Books, and Home Delivery customers.

I have questions about my account; what do I do?

Visit your local branch, use our Ask Your Library service, email libaccountservices@fairfaxcounty.gov, or call Library Administration at 703-324-3100.