Greetings Hillcrest Residents,
Over the past several weeks, many residents have expressed their concerns over the closure of the Hollywood Library due to a car accident. Unfortunately, the Hollywood Library is facing a long timeframe to reopen due to damage and liability concerns. In the meantime, I wanted to inform you of potential options for residents to access the resources of the Broward County Library while repairs take place.
Residents in Southeast Broward are welcome to use the Dania Beach Library, where most holds and Interlibrary Loans have now been sent. In addition, District Six also has the Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch Library, which has now expanded to be open on Saturdays – and is open seven days per week! Residents may also access the Reading Room at the Hollywood Beach Community Center on A1A, which combines a great location with great service. In addition, the Hallandale Beach Library, which has been closed for renovations since last fall, is expected to reopen with exciting improvements in July.
You don’t need to leave your home to access the treasures of the Library! Residents with a Broward County library card can access e-books and audio visual materials through our library system. Residents can also browse the many journals available, search through periodicals and archives, or request an InterLibrary Loan. Go to Broward.org/library to learn more about all the wonderful things our libraries offer. If you would still like to receive a physical book, residents in Hollywood are eligible to receive Books By Mail.
Our young people are one of the groups significantly impacted by the closure of the Hollywood Library. Fortunately, Broward County has many alternatives available for children to enjoy a joyous summer of learning. All Broward County Students have access to a Broward County Digital Direct Library Card – all they need to do is enter their Student ID to access the resources of the library (as long as their parents opted-in during the signing of the Student Code of Conduct). Broward County Libraries also sets the standard with our Summer At Your Library Program, which features two months of imaginative and informative events designed to highlight the joy of reading and provide innovative entertainment. To learn more, click here.
In addition to the Broward County Library, the Children’s Services Council of Broward County also provides significant programming and resources for families. This includes summer camp options, nutrition programs, and other services. To learn more about these opportunities.
I recognize that the closure of the Hollywood Library is not just a significant inconvenience – it also leaves a major gap in our region’s community and resources. That is why I am working to explore every possible opportunity to fill in these gaps with alternatives and expedite the opening of the Library. Please stay tuned for more updates.
Contact Us
Our District office is conveniently located within the lobby of the Hollywood Branch of the Broward County Public Library at 2600 Hollywood Blvd, next to Hollywood City Hall. My District office staff is available to you from 10 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. Due to an accident at the Hollywood Library, this location is currently closed. My staff is also working from my office in Fort Lauderdale and from other locations within our District. The Fort Lauderdale office is open for your convenience Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call 954-357-7006/7790, or email me at bfurr@broward.org.
