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We are reopening on February 24!

• Masks are required for patrons ages 2 and over. Contactless book pick up is available for patrons with health restrictions.
• Contactless book pickup is still available and encouraged. To schedule your pickup, call us at 724-625-9048.
• Computers are also available by appointment. Call us at 724-625-9048
• Use our app's self-checkout feature to streamline your visit to the library. Links to our app are below.​

​We are open for short, in-person visits: 

• ​Monday- Thursday: 11:00am - 6:30pm
• Friday: 11:00am - 2:30pm
• Saturdays 10:00am- 3:30pm
• Sunday: Closed​

Books and Brews: At Home
Thursday, March 18 at 5pm
Book: Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano
Register online by March 17 to receive virtual meeting link.

read more & register

Use the MAPL App to place holds and renew books!

MAPL app for Apple

MAPL app for android

Computer Appointments
are available! Call ahead to schedule your appointment: 724-625-9048

Discover new authors and enter reading challenges on Beanstack

Beanstack

Thank you to everyone who attended the recent public meeting to discuss future possibilities for the Mars Area Public Library. To continue an open line of communication and allow for additional feedback which will be share with municipal leaders and Library board members, please use this form:
Feedback Form

How to Order Contactless Book Pick Up

Method 1: Place Items on Hold

1. Log on to your library account and request up to 10 items (for step by step instructions, watch the first two videos in this list or contact us at 724-625-9048 during designated pick up hours to have a staff member assist you)
2. When your items are ready, library staff will contact you via phone or email.
   
3. Answer the call or give a call to the library at 724-625-9048 to request library staff prepare your books for contactless pick up.

Method 2: Order Book Bundles (only for picture books, easy readers, and juvenile fiction)

1. Fill out the form linked below, telling us what topics your children enjoy.
2. ​A librarian will select books for your children, and we'll call you when your book bundle is ready for you to pick up.

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Check Outs and Returns

• All borrowed items are on loan for a two week time period.
• Our book drop is now open 24/7 for you to return your checked out library items. 
• ​PLACE ALL RETURNS IN THE EXTERIOR BOOK DROP. Do not place the returns on top of the front desk.
• Returned items will be quarantined for 3 days before getting checked in.
• Fines will not accrue during the quarantine period.

We want to hear from you!
Thank you to everyone who attended the recent public meeting to discuss future possibilities for the Mars Area Public Library. To continue an open line of communication and allow for additional feedback which will be share with municipal leaders and Library board members, please use the form below.

Mars Area Public Library Future Building Feedback and Ideas Form