University Hills Branch

🏢 Austin Public Library — Austin, Texas

University Hills Branch

Tucked off Loyola Lane in northeast Austin's University Hills neighborhood, this branch pairs a full lending collection with three bookable meeting rooms and a busy slate of bilingual family programming.

📞 (512) 974-9940🌐 library.austintexas.gov

🕑 Library Hours

Monday 9 AM – 8 PM
Tuesday 9 AM – 8 PM
Wednesday 9 AM – 8 PM
Thursday 9 AM – 8 PM
Friday 9 AM – 5 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours may vary on holidays.

📍 Location & Contact

Address: 4721 Loyola Lane, Austin, TX 78723

Phone: (512) 974-9940

Website: library.austintexas.gov

📖 About University Hills Branch

The University Hills Branch serves the northeast Austin neighborhoods around Loyola Lane in the city's Council District 1. Beyond books, audiobooks, and e-media, the branch is notable for offering three separate meeting rooms that residents can reserve for community use. Spanish-language programming is a regular fixture here, including a recurring children's storytime, "Cuentos con Señora Lili," alongside adult book clubs. Black-and-white printing is available for a small per-page fee. The branch keeps evening hours until 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, making it convenient for after-work and after-school visits. It is closed on Sundays.

⭐ What makes this branch special

  • Three reservable meeting rooms for community groups and events
  • Recurring Spanish-language children's storytime, "Cuentos con Señora Lili"
  • Weeknight hours until 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday
  • Serves the northeast Austin University Hills neighborhood

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Does the University Hills Branch offer Spanish-language programs?

Yes. The branch hosts a recurring Spanish-language children's storytime called "Cuentos con Señora Lili" and runs adult book clubs, reflecting the bilingual community it serves.

Can I reserve a meeting room at University Hills?

Yes. The branch has three separate meeting rooms available for reservation through the Austin Public Library's meeting room calendar and reservation system.

Is the University Hills Branch open on weekends?

It is open Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. but is closed on Sundays. Weekday hours run to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and to 5 p.m. on Friday.

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