Long Branch Library to temporarily close for repairs

The Long Branch Library will temporarily close for "needed repairs" to the building's HVAC and plumbing systems, Montgomery County announced Tuesday. It will be closed from Thursday, August 4, 2022 through Sunday, August 7. The library will reopen on Monday, August 8. 

Patrons may still return borrowed items in the building's book drop during the closure. For all other library services, the County is directing residents to the Silver Spring, Wheaton and White Oak branches.

Long Branch Library refresh completed

Renovations to the Long Branch Library at 8800 Garland Avenue in Silver Spring have been completed, Montgomery County announced today. Holds-to-Go appointments can be scheduled as of today, and telephone service is now active, County officials said. The phone number for the library is 1-240-777-0910 (TTY: 301-565-7662).

Tables now have electrical connections throughout the library, which also got new flooring, carpet and paint. The circulation desk area got a thorough makeover, and LED light fixtures and furniture are all new. Outside, you'll notice a new stucco finish on the first floor exterior, a new plaza roof, and ADA-related upgrades to improve access.

The entire project cost $4 million dollars. “Our libraries are community anchors and the impressive improvements transform this into a modernized, beautiful facility for our Long Branch residents to enjoy,” Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich said in a statement this morning.