Library Closures for Staff Meetings in October

Each library will be closed on one Tuesday or Wednesday in October for staff meetings.

Contents

What to Expect During the Closures
Dates and Locations
Frequently Asked Questions

Here's what to expect during the closures:

  • The interior building will be closed. Meeting rooms, computer reservations, and printing services will be unavailable.
  • Events and programs will not be available.
  • The exterior book drop will remain open for returns. 
  • Wi-Fi will remain on.
  • Lockers will remain open at these locations for 24/7 hold pickup.
  • Holds and due dates will be extended by one day.

While your library is closed:

Dates and Locations

Check the schedule below to find out when your library will be closed.

Library Closure Date
Algona-Pacific Wednesday, October 2
Auburn Wednesday, October 2
Bellevue Tuesday, October 22
Black Diamond Wednesday, October 2
Bothell

Tuesday, October 1

Boulevard Park Wednesday, October 16
Burien Wednesday, October 16
Carnation Tuesday, October 8
Covington Wednesday, October 2
Crossroads Tuesday, October 22
Des Moines Wednesday, October 9
Duvall Tuesday, October 8
Enumclaw Wednesday, October 2
Fairwood Wednesday, October 23
Fall City Tuesday, October 15
Federal Way 320th Wednesday, October 9
Federal Way Wednesday, October 9
Greenbridge Wednesday, October 16
Issaquah Closed for construction October 13-November 30
Kenmore

Tuesday, October 1

Kent Wednesday, October 23
Kent Panther Lake Wednesday, October 23
Kingsgate Tuesday, October 8
Kirkland Tuesday, October 8
Lake Forest Park

Tuesday, October 1

Lake Hills Tuesday, October 22
Maple Valley Wednesday, October 23
Mercer Island Tuesday, October 29
Muckleshoot Wednesday, October 2
Newcastle Tuesday, October 29
Newport Way Tuesday, October 22
North Bend Tuesday, October 15
Redmond Tuesday, October 15
Redmond Ridge Open for hold pickup regular hours. (Redmond Ridge is not affected by the closures since it is an unstaffed hold pickup location.)
Renton Tuesday, October 29
Renton Highlands Tuesday, October 29
Richmond Beach

Tuesday, October 1

Sammamish Tuesday, October 15
Shoreline

Tuesday, October 1

Skykomish Tuesday, October 8
Skyway Tuesday, October 29
Snoqualmie Tuesday, October 15
Southcenter Wednesday, October 23
Tukwila Wednesday, October 16
Valley View Wednesday, October 9
Vashon Wednesday, October 16
White Center Wednesday, October 16
Woodinville Tuesday, October 8
Woodmont Wednesday, October 9

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are the libraries closed on certain days in October?

We are conducting a series of regional retreats for community library staff. These retreats are designed for:

  • team building,
  • system-level training, and
  • local training and discussion.

Each region will have its retreat on a specific day. During retreat days, libraries in that region will be closed to the public.

When will the libraries be closed?

The closures will occur on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in October, from 12-8pm. (Bellevue and Crossroads will be closed from 11am-8pm.) Check the schedule above to find out when your library will be closed.

Will I still be able to return books during the closures?

Yes, all locations will have their normal outside book return options available.

Will public Wi-Fi be available during the closures?

Yes, public Wi-Fi will still be available outside the libraries.

What services will be unavailable during the closures?

Any services that require access to the building interiors will be unavailable. Such as meeting/study rooms, programs, and computers.

What happens to my holds during the closures?

Holds will be extended for the day, so you won’t miss out on picking up your items.

Updated 9/30/24