The Montana Branch began offering self-service hours on Tuesday, July 9, via Open+, a comprehensive self-service model that provide controlled access to the library.
Community members who are pre-approved will be able to access the branch with a swipe of their Santa Monica Public Library Card on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - noon. Self-service hours allow users to pick up items on reserve, use the library space, access materials and resources, and use an internet computer.
Library patrons who sign the Self-Service Hours Application and Agreement, available online and at full-service locations, can scan their Library card at the entrance to gain access to the building. Registration to use the self-service locations is required. Patrons who have already registered for Fairview Branch or Ocean Park Branch self-service access do not need to register again.
Full-Service Library Hours:
Main Library / 601 Santa Monica Blvd.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Montana Avenue Branch / 1704 Montana Avenue
Tuesday & Thursday
Noon – 8 p.m.
Saturday
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pico Branch / 2201 Pico Blvd.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
Noon – 8 p.m.
Friday & Saturday
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Self-Service Library Hours
Fairview Branch / 2101 Ocean Park Blvd.
Tuesday
Noon – 8 p.m.
Friday
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Montana Avenue Branch / 1704 Montana Ave.
Tuesday & Thursday
10 a.m. – noon
Ocean Park Branch Self-Service / 2601 Main St.
Wednesday
Noon – 8 p.m.
Friday
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
They invite you to explore the library in-person and virtually. For more information on programs and services offered at each Santa Monica Public Library location, visit our online calendar.
Please reach out if you have questions; friendly library staff are available to assist you. Call (310) 458-8600 or email library@santamonica.gov. View all library locations and hours at smpl.org.
Submitted by Rachel Foyt