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Upper Dublin Public Library 805 Loch Alsh Avenue, Fort Washington, Pa. 19034 215-628-8744 Directions to the Library	Monday-Thursday: 9:30a -9p Friday: 9:30a - 5p Saturday: 9:30a - 5p Sunday: 12 (noon) - 5p
North Hills Community Library 212 Girard Avenue North Hills, Pa. 19038 215-884-4760 Directions to the Library	North Hills Hours all year: Monday-Tuesday: 1p-5p Wednesday-Thursday: 1p-7p Hours may vary. Please call ahead.

 

Our Mission

The mission of the Upper Dublin Public Library is to satisfy the informational, intellectual and cultural needs of all township residents by providing materials, programs and services that enrich people’s lives. We accomplish this mission by ensuring:

• A welcoming environment
• Knowledgeable staff
• Fiscally responsible oversight

Adopted by the Upper Dublin Public Library Board, 2/2004

• UDPL's Vision
• Library Brochure

All documents in pdf

Annual Reports

• 2009 Annual Report
• 2008 Annual Report
• 2007 Annual Report
• 2006 Annual Report

Library Planning

• Inventing the Future of the Upper Dublin Public Library--Space Planning Study
  • Planning Study
  • Cover Sheet
  • Appendix A
  • Appendix B
  • Appendix C
  • Appendix D
  • Appendix E
  • Appendix F
  • Option 2, Scheme 3
    • Interior Rendering
    • First Floor plan
    • Second Floor plan
• 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
  • Future Focus Extended 2010-2013 Progress Report, July 2010

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

Ms. Susan Detweiler Mr. Peter Hahn Ms. Andrea Merrick Ms. Wendy Rader

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 2010 in the township conference room at 7:00 pm: January 20, February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18, September 15, October 20, November 17 & December 15.

Would you like to serve on our library board? Fill out our Citizen Board Application.

You may write to the Library Board
c/o The Upper Dublin Public Library
805 Loch Alsh Ave.
Ft. Washington, PA 19034
Or via Email

Library Policies

For policies regarding library cards, lending periods, fines and fees and library services, please see our Policies Page!

Wireless in the Library

Upper Dublin Public Library & North Hills Community Library have free, unsecured wi-fi networks 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). The network name at NHCL is Nhills_Library. There are no passwords required. For more information, please see our wireless instructions.

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 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 call us at (215) 628-8744 or ask at the Circulation Desk for more information.

Volunteer with the Friends of the 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.