External book drops are available at all Ventura County Libraries.
Holiday Library Closure Schedule
- All Ventura County Libraries will close early at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24 and are closed all day Wednesday, December 25.
- Todas las bibliotecas del condado de Ventura cerrarán temprano a las 5:00 p.m. el martes 24 de diciembre y estarán cerradas todo el día el miércoles 25 de diciembre.
- All Ventura County Libraries will close early at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31 and are closed all day Wednesday, January 1.
- Todas las bibliotecas del condado de Ventura cerrarán temprano a las 5:00 p.m. el martes 31 de diciembre y estarán cerradas todo el día el miércoles 1 de enero.
Library Services
Ventura County Libraries are committed to providing free access to internet-connected desktop or laptop computers for public use within the branches.
Here’s what you need to know:
Some Ventura County Library branches are designated cooling centers during regular library open hours.
AWE Learning Stations are an innovative, all-in-one digital learning solution designed specifically for children aged 2 through 8. These bilingual early literacy stations offer applications in both English and Spanish.
Homework Centers provide in-person no-cost homework help, as well as computer/printing access and research guidance for K-12 students. Assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Interlibrary Loan (ILL) is a free service that allows cardholders to borrow books, media, articles, and microfilm not available within the Ventura County Library system.
Ventura County Libraries are committed to providing free access to internet-connected desktop or laptop computers for public use within the branches.
Here’s what you need to know:
Library locations below have meeting rooms available for use by the public. All rooms vary in size and accommodations depending on the location. Each library has its own set of rules regarding use of the space.
A quick and simple way to view, read, save and email information from library microfilm. The microfilm reader is available by appointment. Contact the E.P. Foster Library to schedule your appointment, (805) 626-READ.
Registered customers at select libraries may obtain self-service access of the library, including use of computers, printing, materials selection, check-out, and holds pick-up.
Pay your fees online or by cash or personal check in person at the customer service desk.
Scan documents in color, black and white, or grayscale to save to your USB ‘jump drive’. There is no charge to scan or save documents.
There is a charge for copying/printing of scanned documents:
Self-check stations are available at each library building.
Welcome to our self-service laser printer station! Convenient printing and photocopying is at your fingertips in both black & white and color. Fees are listed below.
Black and White Prints/Copies
Help us develop our collection! If you can't find an item in the catalog, you can ask the library to purchase the item. Librarians review all suggestions for inclusion in the countywide collection.
Free public Wi-Fi is available to all library visitors. A library card is not required to use this free service.
Whether you're at home, at work, or on the go, with Cybrarian AirPrinter™, you can enjoy the convenience of wireless/remote Wi-Fi printing from your internet-connected laptops, smartphones, and tablets.
Books (print or audio) are delivered to you directly from Amazon for free and then return to the library.
This is a grant-funded program by the California State Library.