The expansions, effective Jan. 20, restore librarian staffing, technical assistance and programs at both branches under the two-year Realignment Plan
The Fairview Branch Library will hold a reopening celebration Jan. 20 following the restoration of full in-person services three days per week, reversing earlier budget-related reductions.
The drop-in event runs from noon to 2 p.m. at 2101 Ocean Park Blvd., with city leaders available to discuss library operations and the city’s Realignment Plan. Light refreshments will be provided; no RSVP is required and all ages are welcome.
A similar celebration is planned Jan. 21 at the Ocean Park Branch, 2601 Main St.
The expansions, effective Jan. 20, restore librarian staffing, technical assistance and programs at both branches under the two-year Realignment Plan approved by the City Council in October 2025.
Fairview will operate Tuesdays and Wednesdays from noon to 8 p.m. and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ocean Park will be open Wednesdays and Thursdays from noon to 8 p.m. and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The branches had shifted to limited self-service models amid fiscal constraints, prompting community advocacy last year to prevent potential closures. The Fairview Branch, serving the Sunset Park neighborhood with about 80,000 annual visitors pre-cuts, faced particular scrutiny.
The Realignment Plan includes further increases to four full-service days per week at Fairview, Ocean Park and Montana branches starting July 2026.
