Fine Free Pilot Program
Old fines? If you have old fines or fees on your account please contact the library to discuss amnesty options that may be available so you can start using your card. We would love to see you again!
Overdue items? There will be no late fines on items that are returned within 30 days of being overdue. Any item overdue by 30 days will go to "Lost" and the patron account will be blocked from borrowing until that item is returned.
Lost or damaged items? Fees that apply to lost or damaged items will still be charged. It pays to take care of the items you borrow! The fine free program applies only to overdue fines.
What are the exceptions? Certain types of materials will still accrue overdue fines. Fine Free applies to MCL’s materials, not our location. Overdue fines will still be charged on the following items:
- Items owned by other Berks County Public Libraries not participating in the Fine Free pilot
- Reading Public Museum Passes
- Berks History Center Passes
- Elmwood Park Zoo Passes
- Interlibrary Loans (materials borrowed from outside the county)
- T-Mobile WiFi Hotspots
Summer @ MCL
MCL is welcoming summer with extended library use hours for you to take advantage of our new fine free pilot program!
Monday - Thursday, 10am-7pm
Saturday, 9am-4pm
Library-To-Go hours will continue to operate Monday-Thursday, 10am-7pm and Saturday, 9am-4pm.
Please plan for your visit by reading the library use guidelines provided on the COVID-19 Communication page.
Summer Quest: Tails & Tales runs June 14 - July 31. All ages are welcome to participate! Registration for Summer Quest opens on June 14. Register at muhlenbergcl.readsquared.com. Specific information about our summer programs can be found on our Events page. For weekly virtual story times, join the Facebook group MCL Storytimes! The End of Summer Finale will take place at the library July 31 from 12-3pm with ice cold treats and Summer Quest prizes.
Please consider donating to the library if you are able. Donations can be made online on the JustGiving website or via checks sent directly to the library. Thank you for your continued support during these challenging times.
Hours
Holiday Closings
Inclement Weather Closings
During inclement weather, please check WFMZ regarding library closings. When Muhlenberg School District is closed or delayed, we are too.
3612 Kutztown Road
Laureldale, PA 19605
40.39211, -75.92116
We provide...
- Wi-Fi
- Fax Machine
- Scanner
- Copier/Printer (black and white)
- Copier/Printer (color)
- Public Computers (Available until 20 minutes before closing)
- AWE Children's Learning Computers
- Meeting Rooms
- Book-a-librarian
- Hotspots Available to Borrow
About Our Library
The Muhlenberg Community Library has served the public since its inception in 1960. Our history is full of people dedicated to providing a place to educate the community. At Muhlenberg Community Library we provide opportunities for people to change, improve, enrich, and enjoy their lives.