Library Hours
The Swirbul Library Service Point Desk and IT Help Desk may have different hours of operation. Additionally, hours may not be accurate if a University-wide alert has indicated the campus or center is currently closed.
Swirbul Library: Garden City
Intersession 2026
The following are effective between January 5–25, 2026:
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 7:30am – 9:00pm |
| Friday | 7:30am – 6:00pm |
| Saturday–Sunday | 10:00am – 6:00pm |
Spring 2026
The following are effective between January 26 and May 4, 2026:
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 7:30am – 11:00pm |
| Friday | 7:30am – 6:00pm |
| Saturday | 8:30am – 6:00pm |
| Sunday | 10:00am – 8:00pm |
Swirbul Library rooms 100 and 101 will remain open until 3:00am after the building closes. Valid Adelphi Student ID card needed for access.
Spring Break Hours
The following are effective between March 14–22, 2026:
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 7:30am – 6:00pm |
| Saturday–Sunday | 10:00am – 6:00pm |
Closures
- Monday, January 19
Virtual Chat and Reference Desk
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 10:00am – 12:00am |
| Friday | 10:00am – 7:00pm |
| Saturday–Sunday | 12:00pm – 5:00pm |
When chat is offline, you can get additional help by calling the Swirbul library during regular hours at 516.877.3570 or emailing us at referenceservices@adelphi.edu.
Archives and Special Collections
Please call 516.877.3543 for confirmation.
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Tuesdays – Thursdays | 11:00am – 3:00pm |
Reading Room
The University Archives and Special Collections Reading Room in Swirbul Library (Level 5S) is available by appointment only. Please email uasc@adelphi.edu for assistance.
Brooklyn Center Library
Adelphi’s library services will be located in Suite 5204 at our new 179 Livingston Street location. Virtual support and resources will remain available on days the library is closed.
Intersession 2026
The following are effective between January 5–25, 2026:
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Tuesdays and Thursdays | 2:00pm – 7:00pm |
Spring 2026
The following are effective between January 26 and May 4, 2026:
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday and Tuesday | 3:30pm – 9:30pm |
| Thursday | 3:30pm – 9:30pm |
| Saturday | 9:00am – 2:00pm |
Closures
- Monday, January 19
Hauppauge Center Library
The library at our Hauppauge Education and Conference Center will be staffed during the following hours. Virtual support and resources will remain available. Books can be placed on hold and shipped to home addresses. In addition, small portions of print material can be digitized. All of these requests can be made through OneSearch on the University Library website, or by contacting Ann Marie Barbieri, administrative assistant, at 516.237.8610 or abarbieri@adelphi.edu.
Intersession 2026
The following are effective between January 5–25, 2026:
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Mondays and Thursdays | 5:00pm – 9:00pm |
Spring 2026
The following are effective between January 26 and May 4, 2026:
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Mondays and Thursdays | 3:00pm – 9:00pm |
| Wednesdays | 3:00pm – 10:00pm |
Closures
- Monday, January 19
Hudson Valley Center Library
Virtual support and resources will remain available on days the Hudson Valley Center Library is closed. Books can be placed on hold and shipped to home addresses. In addition, small portions of print material can be digitized. All of these requests can be made through OneSearch on the University Library website, or by contacting Nancy Altman, Hudson Valley librarian, at 845.471.3348 or naltman@adelphi.edu.
Intersession 2026
The following are effective between January 5–25, 2026:
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Mondays and Wednesdays | 10:00am – 4:00pm |
Spring 2026
The following are effective between January 26 and May 4, 2026:
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Mondays and Wednesdays | 3:00pm – 10:00pm |
Closures
- Monday, January 19