The aim of the Glyfada Municipal Library is to promote knowledge, information, education, and culture without political, religious, racial, or any other discrimination. It functions as an information centre that ensures users have access to knowledge and information, while enhancing readership and all kinds of related educational and cultural activities.

Within the framework of reconfiguring the Glyfada Municipal Library’s activities and programs, adult programs are planned — including a Literature Club, Writing Workshop, Parents’ School — as well as book presentations, creative activities for children, and talks aimed at informing, raising awareness, and fostering understanding of issues that concern us all. The schedule of these activities is announced at the end of each month on this website and on the Public Library’s social media page.

In its effort to develop constructive dialogue with the educational community of the city, the Glyfada Municipal Library organizes programs and activities aimed at continuous communication between schools and the Library. These programs are designed for school classes of all educational levels (Primary, Secondary, High School) and are created by Library staff in cooperation with the teachers of participating classes, to be tailored and meet the cognitive level of the students as well as the educational and pedagogical goals of the teachers. Indicatively, the programs offered include:

• Getting to know the Library: For all grades and levels.

• Literacy: For all primary school grades. This program combines storytelling with visual education.

• Book research paper: For 4th grade to 3rd grade of secondary school. This program aims to introduce and guide children in searching, finding, and processing library material for a research project of their choice.

• Educational games and activities: For 1st to 6th grade. The game is used as a tool to aid the learning process. Cooperation with teachers is essential for designing and implementing these programs.

Hours of operation

Winter Hours:
Monday and Thursday: 08:30 – 17:30
Tuesday and Wednesday: 08:30 – 16:00
Friday: 08:30 – 19:30
Official holidays: Closed
24/12 & 31/12: Closed

Summer Hours (15 June to 15 September):
Monday to Friday: 08:30 – 15:30
1 August to 20 August: Closed

LIBRARY REGULATIONS

For the proper functioning of the Glyfada Municipal Library, visitors must be aware of and comply with the following rules. Failure to comply may result in removal from the premises.

General Rules

• Visitors must respect the premises, maintain silence, and avoid disturbing other readers. These conditions are necessary for smooth operation and protection of private reading.

• Large groups are not allowed unless scheduled.

• Mobile phones must be set to silent mode upon entering.

• Staying on the floor is prohibited.

• Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed.

• Moving furniture or equipment or any modifications are prohibited.

• The Library is not responsible for personal belongings lost or stolen.

Unaccompanied Children

• Children up to 12 years old not accompanied by a guardian are not allowed to stay or use the space.

• Chaperones are responsible for the safety and behaviour of children.

• Staff is not responsible for unattended children.

Lending / Reading Room

• Access to the reading room is free to the public.

Service Hours:
Monday and Thursday: 08:30 – 17:30
Tuesday and Wednesday: 08:30 – 16:30
Friday: 08:30 – 19:30
Official holidays: Closed
August (01/08 – 20/08): Closed

Service for Registered Readers is provided by the employees of the municipal library.

Borrowing Procedure

• A membership card is required to borrow materials.

• To obtain a card, a copy of the ID, a photograph, and an application form accepting the regulations are required. Only Glyfada residents or citizens can be issued a card.

• Identity is personal; lost cards must be reported to cancel and reissue.

• Borrowers may take up to two (2) books for two weeks.

• Extensions up to seven (7) days may be granted.

Fines & Compensation

• In case of loss or damage to library property, the responsible person must compensate the Library either by:

  • Replacing the item with the same or equivalent material, or

  • Financial compensation based on the current market value.

Desktop Computers & Internet Use

• Shared computers are part of the IHU and use is subject to its Operating Regulations.

• Users must complete a form before use.

• Library staff may assist users as possible.

• Computers are available to high school students and adults; primary school children require parental consent and supervision.

• IBG may reserve computers for scheduled activities or maintenance.

• Tampering with hardware/software is prohibited.

• Users must not delete, change, upgrade, or add software or change settings.

• Problems should be reported to staff; users should not attempt repairs.

• Files cannot be saved on library computers.

• Copying or downloading copyrighted or unlicensed material is prohibited.

• Computers and equipment may not be used for illegal or offensive purposes.

• Visitors must keep the computer areas clean and comply with all usage rules.

Use of the Internet

• Visitors may freely use computers to access the internet and use the wireless network (WiFi) on personal devices.

• Visitors are responsible for their internet access and content viewed. Material with violent, racist, offensive, or sexual content, gambling participation, or access to illegal material is prohibited.

• The municipal library is not liable for any damage or loss related to the use of internet services.