Library

The Air Force Library Program offers resources for airmen, guardians, and their families in all locations and military stages.

Installation libraries play an important role in Air Force and Space Force professional life. They offer technical publications to support job requirements and opportunities for career development. You can earn college degrees and certifications, update promotion packages, prepare for transition or retirement, and more. Many resources are available online through the Air Force website.

Installation libraries also offer community programs such as story times and summer reading programs. There are author and book talks, as well as events to celebrate holidays and Air Force and Space Force heritage events. Most libraries also offer access to computers, internet, and basic office equipment like copiers and faxing services. Programs and services vary by location, so contact your local installation library for more information.

All Defense Department service members and their families can also use the online DOD MWR Libraries. The online libraries provide an array of resources for children and adults. Access free tutoring, finance and language classes, career transition assistance, car care advice, legal forms, and much more. Visit Military OneSource to learn more about the DOD MWR Libraries.

The Air Force Library Program has 91 libraries that serve more than 4.5 million customers. They circulate 3.5 million items annually and house more than 2.7 million print, audio, video and online resources. See what it can do for you and your family today.

Get to know the Army general libraries. You will find something for soldiers and families in all locations and military stages. There are 62 libraries across seven countries with physical collections in all formats. They support professional, educational and recreational reading.

Installation libraries play an important role for soldiers. They offer technical publications to support job requirements and career development. Soldiers can earn college degrees and certifications, update promotion packages, prepare for transition or retirement and more. Computers are available for completing training or personal education.

These libraries are also a “community couch” with programming, study and meeting spaces. There is something for everyone, including book clubs, story times and walks, game and movie nights. A themed summer reading program provides family fun. Evening and weekend hours accommodate busy schedules.

Makerspaces are now available in many Army libraries. All ages can explore and enjoy science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics.

Soldiers and their dependents who are deployed or in remote locations can use the Army MWR Library Online. It offers a wide variety of electronic databases and downloadable content. Contact your installation library for questions about registration. If you’re not near an installation library, contact usarmy.mwr.library@mail.mil.

All Defense Department service members and their families can also use the online DOD MWR Libraries. The libraries have a wide range of online resources for children and adults. Access free tutoring, finance and language classes, career transition assistance, car care advice, legal forms and much more. Visit Military OneSource today to see what the DOD MWR Libraries can do for you and your family.

The Bateman Library on Langley delivers high quality self-directed education for all. Professional staff provide research assistance and instruction for on-the-shelf and online information. They also provide life-long education to Airmen and families, whether for personal development, career advancement, life enrichment, or just for fun. Located in the heart of the dorm campus, the library offers secure Wi-Fi, scanning, and a low-cost fax service, as well as study carrels and meeting spaces.

The Bateman Library also offers:

• CAC-enabled commercial & .mil computers
• 24/7 Locker services
• Free 3D printing services

• Meeting Room (Max. capacity: 4 people)
• Programs for all ages
• Early literacy and STEAM maker kits
• Volunteer opportunities

Subject Specializations: language learning, military leadership book discussion kits, career/resumes, research assistance and print books for secure locations. Additionally: Videogames, iPads/Pods, audiobooks, DVDs, e-readers, tablets, noise-cancelling headsets, toy kits, maker kits, story time, and winter and summer reading challenges.

For more information on our most current programs and offerings, visit www.langleylibrary.org or follow us on Instagram and Facebook @langleyafblibrary. Questions? Give us a at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

The Groninger Library on Fort Eustis offers a variety of physical and online resources to support academic pursuits, professional development, and enjoyment. The library provides access to CAC enabled commercial and military network computers; secure Wi-Fi, which extends beyond the physical walls of the library and is available 24/7; and free printing, scanning and faxing capabilities. The library staff is available to with research, technology, and informational needs. Additional facility offerings include individual study carrels, group discussion and study spaces, and a child friendly area.

The library provides innovative virtual and in-person programming for children, teens and adults, including summer and winter reading programs, book discussion groups, literacy focused story times, and makerspace exploration events.

Groninger Library, 1313 Washington Blvd, Fort Eustis, VA is adjacent to the Post Exchange parking lot.  For more information, call 757-878-5017 or visit www.groningerlibrary.com.  Like us on Facebook, www.facebook.com/groningerlibrary.

PLEASE NOTE: As of November, 2023, the Groninger Library is temporarily closed. Groninger Library is getting a much-needed makeover. Unfortunately, this requires the library to close for a time. Follow the library on Facebook (@groningerlibrary) for updates and information on our grand reopening.

For online access to the Department of Defense libraries, visit Department of Defense MWR Library and follow the instructions for gaining a virtual library card.