Mobile Library

Items from the Mobile Library’s collection cannot be requested. This policy ensures that the materials remain available to everyone who visits the Mobile Library. Most of the items in the Mobile Library’s collection can be found at other library locations, which can be put on hold and picked up from your Mobile Library stop.

We do not have enough shelf space on our vehicle to hold all of the materials in our collection. That means that we regularly rotate the books on our shelves to ensure a diverse selection of materials. You might find that sometimes items listed as available on the Mobile Library in SPPL’s online catalog might not be there when you visit – they've been checked out at a previous stop or are in backstock at the office. Staff are available to help you discover a similar book, movie, or album.

With the new vehicle offering more library services to the community, the name will change from Bookmobile to Mobile Library. The new name better reflects the breadth of service that is offered through the vehicle. It is also a more accessible name for people visiting the vehicle's stops, including newcomers to our city and people whose first language is not English.

Yes! The public is welcome at all Mobile Library stops.

The name of our vehicle has been updated from "Bookmobile to "Mobile Library," and this change is now reflected in the catalog. As a result, you will need to search for "Mobile Library" in the list of locations instead of “Bookmobile" to find related materials and services.

The Mobile Library is excited to add a digital navigator staff person to our team! The digital navigator provides personalized tech support, digital literacy guidance, and helps patrons access the library’s digital resources, ensuring everyone can effectively use technology and stay connected. This role empowers community members by bridging the digital divide and enhancing their overall library experience.

Yes! Learn more about how to get a Library card.

Yes, the Mobile Library’s service schedule changes throughout the year most notably during the summer months when school is out.

We also participate in a number of community events throughout the year. The Mobile Library prioritizes events held in the city of Saint Paul.

Please note, our schedule for the fall of 2024 has been set and is currently full, but requests will be added to a waitlist for future consideration.

To request a stop or community event, please submit a request form.