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Posted on: November 6, 2023

Teens Welcome!

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All three of our locations feature intentionally designed teen spaces and services. Take a video visit to learn more.

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Posted on: November 1, 2023

Fall and Winter Holiday Hours

Photo of blue sky at dusk out the windows from inside the Downtown Library's Entry Garden

Eugene Public Library is open almost every day of the year – and this is the season that brings the most days when we're not! We hope this summary is helpful; please give us a call at 541-682-5450 with any questions.

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Posted on: October 9, 2023

New Mural at Bethel Branch

Bethel Branch Mural Santiago

See a short video about artist Santiago Uceda's latest work created in partnership with City of Eugene's Urban Canvas program.

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Posted on: October 3, 2023

Coming Soon: 4J Student Library Cards

4J and Eugene Public Library logos

Good news: an expanded partnership with Eugene School District 4J will soon put a free Eugene Public Library card directly into the hands of every 4J student!  

A public library card is among the most powerful tools for educational success, as wel...

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Posted on: November 1, 2023

Talking VOX Books for Kids

Photo of a VOX Books cover sticker with slogan "Books That Talk!"

Have you *heard*? Eugene Public Library now lends VOX Books for children! Kids just push a button on the book to listen as the built-in player reads the words on each page out loud.  Watch our short video to see how they work.

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