Howard County Library System, HCLS Elkridge Branch

Category: Public library

Address: 6540 Washington Blvd, Elkridge, MD 21075, USA

Phone: +14103135077

Opening hours

Sunday: 1–5PM

Monday: 10AM–9PM

Tuesday: 10AM–9PM

Wednesday: 10AM–9PM

Thursday: 10AM–9PM

Friday: 10AM–6PM

Saturday: 10AM–6PM

Reviews

Paige Hibbard

Sep 19, 2022

Amazing library! Love the toy check out and programs.

L L

Sep 17, 2022

Beautiful, freshly renovated, Cafe inside, nice walking area nearby too!

Susan Giddings

Sep 11, 2022

Always friendly, and knowledgeable! Had to transfer paperwork from my iPad and print and copy! THANK YOU ELKRIDGE LIBRARY STAFF💞

Joseph Akintola

Sep 9, 2022

A little smaller than I am use too but the staffs are friendly and helpful.

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Questions & Answers

Does library have a tool loan closet, specifically a rake?

N Dravis | Sep 26, 2019
Denise Loukus | Sep 26, 2019

You can borrow from the diy education center. You'll need to get a diy card to borrow tools. You can check specific tool inventory and availability here: http://hclibrary.org/books-movies-music/diy/

Do you have free wifi?

nd faulkner | Sep 26, 2018
Eliana Holgate | Sep 26, 2018

Yes.

Do you all offer a free Notary?

Melissa Carr | Sep 4, 2022
Morris Wilson | Sep 24, 2022

I don't think so

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What is needed to rent/ check out a sewing machine? Do you need orientation?

Sha Anderson | Jul 27, 2022
Keith O'Loughlin | Jul 27, 2022

A Do It Yourself library card is needed. It was as easy a applying for regular library card. I have never had any"orientation" for any of the tools or equipment that I have borrowed.

Is there any specific policy to enter this library? Or is it open for everyone in Elkridge?

maryam Mohammed | Nov 29, 2021
Shelle Store | Nov 29, 2021

The library is opened to everyone, you only have to have a card if you need to check books out

Is it open to study in?

Seth Wigley | Sep 25, 2021
Heather Weir | Sep 25, 2021

I believe you can access their wifi from the parking lot.

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Since we are in the midst of COVID-19, are we unable to check out book?

madi | Sep 25, 2021
Gina Bruzdzinski | Sep 25, 2021

You can request books online and schedule a time to pick up. They pit them in a bag for non contact pick up.

Are there computer for the public to use ?

Nathan Edmondson | Sep 26, 2019
Rick D Downing | Sep 26, 2019

Yes, quite a few. You will want to get there before 3:30 when the kids get out of school though. They go quickly.

What's for toddlers

Balisha Brooks | Sep 26, 2019
Elkridge Branch | Sep 25, 2020

We offer many classes for toddlers! Visit the Classes + Events page of our website to find out the most up-to-date offerings. http://hclibrary.org/classes-events/

Is it free and open? Can I just sit there and study? Or do I have to buy some membership or something?

Abhishek Bodas | Sep 26, 2019
Nicholas Dennis | Sep 26, 2019

Completely free. You can come in anytime the library is open

Is scanning docs a free service

Commissioner Flanagan | Sep 26, 2018
Eliana Holgate | Sep 26, 2018

Yes, scanning is available for free to email or a USB drive (bring your own or purchase at the front desk).

Is there a passport renewal service available?

Neelam Lewis | Sep 26, 2018
Elkridge Branch | Sep 25, 2020

Passport services are available only at the East Columbia and Glenwood branches of HCLS.

Do you rent tools?

Anita Carrington | Sep 26, 2018
Elkridge Branch | Sep 26, 2018

Tools and other items (from knitting needles to cake pans!) are available for checkout at our new DIY Education Center. Visit the branch to apply for a DIY card and learn about the process.

When does the new library open?

John S | Sep 26, 2018
Ryan Shimabukuro | Sep 26, 2018

it is now open (3/10/18)! come check out the new DIY center!

What are the hours of the library

David Lamb | Sep 26, 2018
Elkridge Branch | Sep 26, 2018

The library is open Monday through Thursday 10 am - 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 10 am - 6 pm, and Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm. *During the summer, please visit HCLS's Central or Miller branches for Sunday service. All other branches will be closed on Sundays June through August.

Copies made there?

Cheryl Davis | Sep 26, 2017
Elkridge Branch | Sep 26, 2018

Photocopiers, including scan and fax capabilities, are available to the public for a fee.

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