Frequently Asked Questions

What are the library hours?

Main Library: 
Monday -Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (closed June - August)
Map and Driving Directions to Wayne Public Library Main Branch

Preakness:
Monday: 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday - Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Map and Driving Directions to Preakness Branch

Does the library accept Book Donations?

The Friends of the Wayne Public Library accept donations of new and gently used books.  Both hardback and paperback titles are accepted for adults and children.   The Friends cannot accept donations of text books, encyclopedias, or condensed books.  Persons wishing to donate books may drop the books off at the garage entrance of the Main Library Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM during the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, September and October.  Book donations are not accepted during July, August, November and December.

On what holidays are the Main Library & Preakness Branch closed?

Click here for our list of holidays and early closings.

How do I get a library card?

The Main Library and Preakness Branch are open for use to everyone. To check out books or others materials, a patron must have a card registered in the Wayne Public Library system. Anyone who lives in or owns property in Wayne is entitled to a free library card, which must be renewed every three years. A non-resident who does not live in a reciprocal borrowing area who attends school or works in Wayne is entitled (with student identification or proof of employment) to a "Courtesy Card" at no charge for a period of one year, and this card may also be renewed as long as the cardholder maintains their student status or employment in Wayne. All cards can be used in both locations of the Wayne Public Library System. Any card which is not used within a three-year period and which does not have an overdue or fine attached will become invalid and must be reapplied for. Apply for a Library Card

Where can I return my materials?

All materials can be returned during library hours at the Main Library located at 461 Valley Road, Wayne, NJ or at the Preakness Branch located at 1006 Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne NJ.

When the libraries are closed materials may be returned via the book drops located in the front of the Main Library and the Preakness Branch.

Does the library provide Internet Access?

Yes, the library provides public computers for in house Internet access with the use of a Wayne Public Library Card and Wireless Internet Access via Wi-Fi at both the Main library and the Preakness Branch.

How can I find information on library programs?

Visit our Calendars Section and click  on the appropriate calendar.

Does the library have a meeting room?

Meeting rooms are available at both the Main library and Preakness branch.

Please read our meeting room policy and print out a meeting room application.