The Library is open for limited services by appointment!

• You MUST make an appointment to use Library services. Appointments are for 45-minutes.
• Services are limited to browsing, computer use, photocopying/faxing, and scanning.
• Masks are REQUIRED.

Click here for detailed information, hours, and to make an appointment.
NEW! Beginning Monday, October 19 the Children’s Room is open for browsing!
Limit of one-family/household per 45-minute appointment.

HWPL to Go – Holds Pickup Window Open!

How it works:

• Search the online catalog for items you would like to read, watch or listen to.
• Place your hold using your Library Card number and PIN (typically either the last four digits of your phone number OR the last four digits of your card number.)
• Wait until you receive an email, call, or text saying your item is waiting on the hold shelf.
• Drop by the pickup window at the library to pick up your items.
• Please email us at info@hwlibrary.org or call 978-468-5577 ext. 618 if you are unable to use the online catalog.
• UPDATED!  As of July 20th, our holds pickup window hours are:
  Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Visit our Window Pickup FAQs for more information.

Safety:

• Staff are wearing masks at all times.
• Staff are disinfecting table tops frequently.
• You may return items to the outside book drop. Returned items are being quarantined for at least 72 hours before check in.

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