Southside Library

UPDATE: The location for the Groundbreaking Ceremony tomorrow, Thursday, May 7, 2026, has been changed to the Northwest Library Event Center located at 2507 Dawson Rd, Albany, Georgia and starts 9:00 AM. Hope to see you all there!

✨ You’re invited to help us break ground! ✨

Big things are happening at Westtown Library. Join us for the ceremonial groundbreaking at 9:00 AM Thursday, May 7!

📍 Location: Westtown Library, 2124 Waddell Ave., Albany, GA

In celebration of this milestone, the following locations will have a delayed opening:
🕒 Opening at 11:00 AM:
Central Library
Northwest Library
Tallulah Massey Library

Note: The Library on Wheels and Southside Library will open at their regular time.

Come celebrate with us at 9:00 AM, then come see us at 11:00 AM to check out your next great read! 📚✨

Update: All of our locations will open for regular hours of operation, Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

Due to the potential for severe weather conditions, all Dougherty County Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, March 16, 2026.

​We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. Please check our social media or website for updates.