Saline District Library
🏢 TLN (The Library Network) · Saline, Michigan
Saline District Library
Set on 14 wooded acres in the heart of Washtenaw County, the Saline District Library's 33,000-square-foot building serves roughly 28,000 residents across the Saline Area Schools District — open seven days a week, with evening hours four nights running.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–9pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–9pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–9pm |
| Thursday | 9am–9pm |
| Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday | 10am–5pm |
| Sunday | 1pm–5pm |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 555 North Maple Road, Saline, MI 48176
Phone: (734) 429-5450
Website: salinelibrary.org
Plus Code: 86JR56HG+47 (Saline, MI)
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📖 About Saline District Library
The Saline District Library (SDL) is the public library for the City of Saline, Saline Township, and portions of five surrounding townships in Washtenaw County, Michigan. Its 33,000-square-foot building at 555 North Maple Road sits on 14 wooded acres and holds over 120,000 items including books, large print, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, newspapers, and magazines. The library received a SalineBeGreen award in 2016 for environmental stewardship, including a 465-panel solar array whose real-time output is tracked online. SDL is a member of The Library Network (TLN) and participates in MeLCat, giving cardholders access to more than 26 million items from over 250 libraries statewide through interlibrary loan. A strong Friends of the Library and regular millage support — most recently renewed by 75 percent of voters — keep programs and collections growing year over year.
⭐ What makes this library special
- 33,000 sq ft building on 14 wooded acres holding over 120,000 items — books, DVDs, audiobooks, magazines, and more
- Seven-day service with evening hours Monday through Thursday until 9 pm
- Solar-powered facility with a 465-panel array — SalineBeGreen award winner 2016
- MeLCat interlibrary loan connects cardholders to 26+ million items from 250+ Michigan libraries
- Michigan Activity Pass program: free or discounted admission to hundreds of state parks, museums, and cultural venues
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Saline District Library cardholders can download, stream, and research free around the clock through Michigan's statewide and local digital collections:
📚 Services
- Notary Public services (complimentary, with document restrictions)
- Michigan Activity Pass: free and discounted access to state parks, museums, trails, and cultural venues
- Five study rooms and a 60-person Program Room (divisible)
- Public computers with internet and Microsoft Office, plus free Wi-Fi (SDL-WIFI)
- Remote printing, photocopying (B&W and color), and free scanning
- MeLCat interlibrary loan to 250+ Michigan libraries
- Flash drive sales at the circulation desk
🎸 Programs
- 1000 Books Before Kindergarten — early literacy program for infants through preschoolers
- New Baby Packet welcome program for new families in the district
- Summer reading challenge for children, teens, and adults
- Adult book discussions and reader's advisory events
- Community programs and author visits supported by the Friends of the Library
📍 Nearby Libraries in Washtenaw County
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Saline District Library's hours, and is it open on Sundays?
Yes, the library is open every day of the week. Monday through Thursday it runs 9 am to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 10 am to 5 pm, and Sunday 1 pm to 5 pm. The four weeknight evenings until 9 pm are especially useful for working residents and students.
Can I get notary services at the Saline District Library?
Yes. The library offers complimentary notary public services. Note that certain document types have restrictions, so it is worth calling ahead at (734) 429-5450 to confirm the notary is available and to ask about any limitations before your visit.
What is the Michigan Activity Pass, and how do I use it?
The Michigan Activity Pass is a free program through MeL (Michigan eLibrary) that lets library cardholders check out free or discounted admission passes to hundreds of Michigan state parks, campgrounds, museums, trails, arts and cultural destinations. You request a pass through the SDL website or catalog, then present it at the venue.
How does the solar array at the library work, and can I see the data?
The Saline District Library installed a 465-panel solar array as part of its commitment to sustainability, earning the SalineBeGreen award in 2016. The real-time energy output of the array is monitored online — ask a staff member for the live monitoring link during your visit.
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