Our Mission
The Upper Dublin Public Library enriches the community by inspiring the joy of reading, the discovery of ideas, and the pursuit of information. Driven by the interests of our residents, we provide services in a welcoming, knowledgeable and responsive manner.
UDPL—We’re About You!
Adopted by the Upper Dublin Public Library Board, 7/2011
Annual Reports
Library Planning
Inventing the Future of the Upper Dublin Public Library--Space Planning Study
Future Focus Library Plans
Future Focus 2004-2009: A Long Range Plan for Upper Dublin Public Library
Future Focus Extended 2010-2013: An Interim Strategic Plan for the Upper Dublin Public Library
Board of Directors
The Library Board creates service standards and policy and recommends funding for the Library. The Board meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 7 pm. Meetings are open to the public.
- Ms. Suanne Strauss, President
- Ms. Barbara Wasserman, Treasurer
- Ms. Janine Buesgen, Secretary
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- Mr. Joshua Barol
- Ms. Alicia Fortunato
- Ms. Andrea Merrick
- Ms. Wendy Rader
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Not a member but reports to the Board: Cherilyn Fiory, Library Director
President, Friends of the Upper Dublin Public Library: Dick Haggard
The Library Board of Directors will meet on the following dates in 2011/2012 in the township conference room at 7:00 pm: November 16, December 21, January 18, February 15, March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19, October 17, November 14*, December 19 (*Meeting 2nd week; third Wednesday evening is Thanksgiving Eve.)
Would you like to serve on our library board? Fill out our Citizen Board Application.
All communications with the Library Board must be done in writing. Send to:
Upper Dublin Public Library Board of Directors
President
c/o Upper Dublin Public Library
805 Loch Alsh Avenue
Fort Washington, PA 19034
Library Cards
Get a Library card! Bring in our Library Card Application. Upon application, patrons will have to show photo ID or other official documentation with the applicant's name and current mailing address (i.e. driver's license, government i.d., utility bill, lease property tax bill or bank statement.)
How We Communicate with You
We may communicate with you via phone, email or text message. Communications will be for library purposes only, such as an item you have requested is in, your items are almost due, your library card has expired, etc. We will never sell your personal information.
To sign up for library communications, please see a staff member. For text messaging notices, we will need your cell phone number and your carrier (e.g. Verizon, Sprint, etc.)
For the best way to find out about library events & new services, please feel free to sign up for our Library eNews.
Library Policies
For policies regarding library cards, lending periods, fines and fees and library services, please see our Policies Page!
Computers in the Library
The library has 23 computers for use by the public. All computers have Internet access, Windows Media Player and are loaded with the Microsoft Office 2007 suite. For regular use, a library card is required but occasional users, and out of area users, may request a guest pass for full access. Patrons may not save on to the computer C drive, nor the CD drive, but USB drive (thumb drive) use is allowed as long as the USB drive does not install software on our computers.
Computers are available for 30 minute sessions. If there are computers free, sessions will automatically renew in 15 minute increments. Computer use by patrons is governed by our Internet & Computer Use Policy and Guidelines.
Wireless in the Library
Upper Dublin Public Library has a free, unsecured wi-fi network provided by Upper Dublin Township for public use. The network names at the main library are UD_Wireless_Zone1 (in the Adult area) and UD_Wireless_Zone2 (in the Children's area). There are no passwords required. For more information, please see our wireless instructions.
Photocopying in the Library
The library has a color & black & white copier that can do double-sided copies and copies on 8.5 x 11, 8.5 x 14 and 11 x 17 inch paper. Prices are as follows: Black/White 8.5x11: 15 cents per page; Black/White 8.5x14: 30 cents per page; Black/White 11x17: 30 cents per page; Color 8.5x11: 50 cents per page; Color 8.5x14: $1.00 per page & Color 11x17: $1.00 per page. Quarters, dimes, nickels, $1 & $5 bills are accepted. For change, see the circulation desk.
Tribute & Memorial Gifts
Celebrate a special occasion, pay tribute to a friend or memorialize a loved one by giving a Tribute or Memorial Gift to the Upper Dublin Public Library! Please see our Gifts page!
Volunteering at the Library
One of the greatest assets about which the Upper Dublin Public Library can boast is our volunteers. Our volunteers are essential in helping the Library run smoothly and efficiently. Volunteering at the Library is also a great way to get connected to your community. If you would like to contribute your talents and skills as a volunteer, please fill out, print, sign, and return the Application for Volunteer Service below to: Volunteer Coordinator, Upper Dublin Public Library, 805 Loch Alsh Avenue, Fort Washington, PA 19034. A Library staff member will contact you when positions become available. For more information, please ask to speak to the Volunteer Coordinator at (215) 628-8744 or the Library Circulation Desk.
Application for Volunteer Service
Volunteer with the Friends of UDPL
Donating Books to the Library
Upper Dublin Public Library accepts gently used donated books and other items. For more information, please see our Used Book Donations Guidelines.
Give a Presentation
Request to give a Presentation Form
Share your expertise with the Upper Dublin community
The mission of the Upper Dublin Public Library (UDPL) is to satisfy the informational, intellectual and cultural needs of all Upper Dublin Township residents by providing materials, programs and services that enrich people's lives. The UDPL seeks to expand its programming portfolio with local professionals, artisans, and others with unique skills willing to share their knowledge and expertise with the community. The UDPL is an ideal venue for speakers to address community members and potentially gain exposure to new customers, members, or like minded people. All speakers would have their name and business or organization affiliation listed in the UDPL's programming publicity. Presentations must serve the UDPL mission, be presented to the public without charge or obligation, and fulfill a UDPL programming need.
Examples of possible program topics include:
- Planning for retirement
- Flower arranging
- Teaching a technology (ex. digital cameras)
- Starting your own business
- Introducing new tax laws
- Home buying (1st time or downsizing)
Proposed programs should consider the following:
- Does the presentation serve the UDPL's mission?
- Does the presentation offer something valuable to the community? Will people come away
better informed? While speakers may identify themselves with their business or organization, a UDPL-sponsored program may not be simply a sales pitch or a member-seeking initiative.
- The UDPL will include a business or organization's name (and logo if requested and space permits) on program publicity. Logos must be submitted in a .jpg or .tif format.
- UDPL programs are generally scheduled 6 months - 1 year in advance of the event date in order to provide proper staffing, scheduling, marketing, etc., so presentations must be planned accordingly to ensure subject matter timeliness.
- Submission of this request form does not guarantee the UDPL will accommodate the proposed program. Every effort will be made to respond to proposals within 4-6 weeks of submission.
Request to give a Presentation form