Upcoming Events

Nov
6
Wed
5:30 pm Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.) @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library - Teen Zone
Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.) @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library - Teen Zone
Nov 6 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.) @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library - Teen Zone
Interested in choosing and making events ranging from holiday activities to music festivals to book clubs for all Teens in Laredo? Join our Teen Advisory Board! Help decide events, take care of the library’s Teen[...]
5:30 pm Teen Volunteer Program 24-25
Teen Volunteer Program 24-25
Nov 6 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Teen Volunteer Program 24-25
Earn community service hours at the MOS Branch Library by participating in weekly activities, including arts & crafts, STEM, book clubs, and gaming! Open to 5th-12th graders. Registration is required. For more information, contact staff[...]
Nov
7
Thu
9:30 am Fit Lit Walking Book Club @ Vietnam Veterans Plaza (next to Joe A. Guerra Public Library))
Fit Lit Walking Book Club @ Vietnam Veterans Plaza (next to Joe A. Guerra Public Library))
Nov 7 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Fit Lit Walking Book Club @ Vietnam Veterans Plaza (next to Joe A. Guerra Public Library))
Join the Fit Lit Walking Book Club at Joe A. Guerra Public Library! We meet at Vietnam Veterans Plaza every first and third Thursday of the month for a casual discussion while taking a stroll[...]
10:00 am Recordando @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
Recordando @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
Nov 7 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Recordando @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
Join us to reminisce and remember the past every first Thursday of the month at our Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library! Intended for older adults, during this program, we’ll look through items from our[...]
10:30 am 123 Play with Me
123 Play with Me
Nov 7 @ 10:30 am – 11:15 am
123 Play with Me
11:00 am Storytime @ MOS
Storytime @ MOS
Nov 7 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Storytime @ MOS
Registration begins August 19, 2024!  
4:00 pm Movie Day @ MOS
Movie Day @ MOS
Nov 7 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Movie Day @ MOS
 
6:00 pm Adult Craft Hour @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
Adult Craft Hour @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
Nov 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Adult Craft Hour @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
Adults, explore your creative side and join us for arts and crafts! We’ll have a different project for you to complete every first Thursday of the month! Registration is required and supplies are available on[...]
Nov
8
Fri
9:30 am Fall Used Book Sale! @ Joe A. Guerra Public Library
Fall Used Book Sale! @ Joe A. Guerra Public Library
Nov 8 @ 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
Fall Used Book Sale! @ Joe A. Guerra Public Library
Join us on November 8, 9, and 10 for the Laredo Public Library’s annual Fall Used Book Sale! Don’t miss out – Your next favorite book awaits! Book Sale Hours  November 8 – 9:30 AM [...]
10:00 am Learn How to Draw & Paint @ Lamar Bruni Vergara Inner City Branch Library
Learn How to Draw & Paint @ Lamar Bruni Vergara Inner City Branch Library
Nov 8 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Learn How to Draw & Paint @ Lamar Bruni Vergara Inner City Branch Library
11:00 am Storytime @ Inner City Branch Library
Storytime @ Inner City Branch Library
Nov 8 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Storytime @ Inner City Branch Library
4:00 pm TEEN READS: Hurdles in the Dark @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
TEEN READS: Hurdles in the Dark @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
Nov 8 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
TEEN READS: Hurdles in the Dark @ Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
Join us for our Teen Reads: Hurdles in the Dark event. Read exerpts, discuss the story, eat snacks, make artful bookmarks, and learn about useful resources. Recommended ages 14-19. Open to all 5th-12th graders. Registration[...]

Locations

Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library
1120 E. Calton Rd.

(956) 795-2400

Hours Of Operation Monday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m
Barbara Fasken Branch Library
Barbara Fasken Branch Library
15201 Cerralvo Drive

(956) 795-2400 ext 2571

Hours Of Operation Monday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m Friday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m Sunday Closed
Bruni Plaza Branch Library
Bruni Plaza Branch Library
1120 San Bernardo Ave.

(956) 795-2400 ext 2581

Hours Of Operation Monday Closed Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m Friday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Sunday Closed
Lamar Bruni Vergara Inner City Branch Library
Lamar Bruni Vergara Inner City Branch Library
202 W. Plum

(956) 795-2400 ext 2590

Hours Of Operation Monday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Sophie Christen McKendrick, Francisco Ochoa, and Fernando A. Salinas Branch Library
Sophie Christen McKendrick, Francisco Ochoa, and Fernando A. Salinas Branch Library
1920 Palo Blanco

(956) 795-2400 ext. 2552

Hours Of Operation Monday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m Sunday Closed

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A valid library card is one that has not expired and has accrued no fines and fees.
Residents of Webb County, Texas, non-residents who live in Webb County, Texas by reason of school attendance, and non-residents who pay property taxes in Webb County, Texas will be issued regular Library cards. Eligible non-residents must provide proof of residence, school attendance or property ownership (Such as a current student photo ID or current tax receipt) plus a photo ID. Temporary cards, Institutional cards, TexShare cards, E-cards, and Homebound cards can also be issued but may have different requirements.
Yes, library cards expire every year on the anniversary of the account registration date. E-cards will not be renewed and expire within one year of registration.

Borrowing from the Library

Yes. If you lose or forget your card, you may purchase a full replacement for $5.00 or a single day pass for $1.00.
Total items limited to thirty-two (32) in any combination from the Main Library (may include up to three (3) CDs and five (5) DVDs, two (2) video games, one (1) Launchpad, and one (1) kit. Branch libraries may have different limits. Video games, Launchpads, and kits must be checked out by someone age 18 years or older.
Your library card allows you to borrow books, e-books, e-audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, and other materials as available. Your library card also provides access to our electronic resources.

Fines & Fees

Books and audiobooks are $0.35 per day. DVDs, kits, Launchpads, and Video games are $1.00 per day.
No, fines cannot currently be paid online. Fines and fees can be paid in person at any Laredo Public Library branch. LPL only accepts cash, money orders, and personal checks.

Computers & Technology

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