The Miami-Dade Public Library System (MDPLS) has reopened to the public on an expanded schedule with coronavirus (COVID-19) safety measures for library patrons and staff at all MDPLS locations. The expanded schedule of operating hours is available on the Library’s website Library branches are operating with occupancy limits in keeping with state and Miami-Dade County guidelines to ensure social distancing and gatherings of 10 people or less. In addition to the strict occupancy limits, patrons are required to wear face masks or face coverings to enter and while inside the library, sanitize or wash their hands upon entry, and practice social distancing.All 50 library locations are providing outdoor walk-up services, Monday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Patrons can pre-order library materials and pick them up at their preferred branch when the materials are ready.

Library materials may be returned, but patrons have the option hold on to their library materials until further notice. There are no overdue fines and no late fees will be charged.

MDPLS appreciates your generosity, but please refrain from dropping off book donations at libraries at this time.



The online library remains always open and accessible from anywhere. A wealth of digital options are available to patrons for free with their library card, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines, movies, music, online learning, tutoring and more.

Those who don't have a library card can apply for an eCard online at ecard.mdpls.org or through the MDPLS mobile app.



If you need assistance with your library card, library account or have any questions, the Miami-Dade Public Library System's Customer Care team is available by email at [email protected] Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. and 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. You may also call 305-375-2665 Monday – Sunday from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.



Many people rely on access to our to MDPLS Wi-Fi. As an alternative, Xfinity has opened its Wi-Fi public hotspots to everyone for free. Go to the Xfinity website and enter your Zip code to find a hotspot near you.

Free Face Masks

Miami-Dade County is providing free face masks at all 50 MDPLS locations. This initiative is aimed at helping to reduce the spread of COVID-19, ensuring that residents in need of masks have easy access to obtain them, and ensursing compliance with Emergency Order 20-20 (HTML | PDF), which requires that all persons in Miami-Dade County wear a mask or other facial covering when in public spaces both indoors and outdoors. The public is reminded that not wearing a mask is now a civil offense punishable with fines of up to $100.



Those who need a face mask can stop by any MDPLS location entrance to request and pick up masks, which will be available for as long as supplies last. For a complete list of library locations and operating hours, visit www.mdpls.org/branches or call 305-375-2665.

Drive-Up Wi-Fi

Pull up to a marked Drive-Up Wi-Fi parking spot at participating MDPLS locations to use the library's free Wi-Fi from the comfort and safety of your vehicle.



The Drive-up Wi-Fi program is currently available at the following libraries:

Allapattah Branch

Coral Gables Branch

Coral Reef Branch

Country Walk Branch

Edison Center Branch

Fairlawn Branch

Golden Glades Branch

Hialeah Gardens Branch

International Mall Branch

Kendale Lakes Branch

Kendall Branch

Lemon City Branch

Miami Beach Regional

Naranja Branch

North Shore Branch

Palm Springs North Branch

South Miami Branch

Tamiami Branch

West Flagler Branch

Assistance Applications and Pet Food Donations

Printed applications for State of Florida food, medical and temporary cash assistance, a collection point for pet food and supplies, and continued provision of printed unemployment benefits applications, is available from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week