Priscilla Gardner Main Library & Departments

Exterior of Priscilla Gardner Main Library.

9:00 am - 8:00 pm Currently closed

472 Jersey Ave
Jersey City, NJ

Department	Technical Services
Monday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed
Department Manager	Liz Cartaina

Department	Learning Center
Monday	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Monday	2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Tuesday	2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday	2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Thursday	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Thursday	2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Friday	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Friday	2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed
Phone	201-547-4518
Supervisor	Nicole Zimmerman
Director of Learning Center	Eric Trader

Department	Biblioteca Criolla
Monday	10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed
Phone	201-547-4541
Department Manager	Patricia Vega

Department	New Jersey Room
Monday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday	Closed
Phone	201-547-4503
Department Manager	Danny Klein

Department:	Lending Department
Monday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday	Closed
Phone	201-547-4526
Department Manager	Martha Rubio

Department:	Information Services
Monday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday	Closed
Phone	201-547-4501
Interim Department Manager	Sharon Tucker

Department:	Bonetti Children’s Room
Monday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday	Closed
Phone	201-547-4519
Department Manager	Aleksandra Brittain

Current Occupancy

The current occupancy is:

people

Branch Services:

Wireless Internet Access (Wi-Fi) available at this location
Wireless Printing
Reserve a Public PC
Information Services
New Jersey Room
Biblioteca Criolla
Children’s Services
Lending Department
Priscilla Gardner Main Library Events Calendar

Reserve Learning Center Private Room

Reserve Conference Room #311

Reserve Multipurpose Room #415

Reserve Learning Center Conference Room

Priscilla Gardner Main Library & Departments

Branch Manager: Assistant Director Kate Davis

(201) 547 - 4526

472 Jersey Ave, 07302

Holidays

Indigenous People’s Day October 12th, 2026	Closed
Election Day November 03rd, 2026	Closed
Veterans’ Day November 11th, 2026	Closed
Thanksgiving Day November 26th, 2026	Closed
Day after Thanksgiving November 27th, 2026	Closed
All locations closed (Saturday closure) November 28th, 2026	Closed
Christmas Eve December 24th, 2026	Closed
Christmas Day December 25th, 2026	Closed
New Year’s Eve December 31st, 2026	Closed
New Year’s Day January 01st, 2027	Closed

Upcoming Events

Sep

10:30am - 11:30am

Binguito Bailable

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Sep

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Crochet Club for Kids (8 and up)

PGML- Bonetti Room

Sep

6:15pm - 7:15pm

Vinyasa Yoga

PGML - Fourth Floor Multipurpose Room

Sep

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Flamenco Dancing Classes for Beginners | Clases de Flamenco para Principiantes

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Sep

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Bonetti Movie Night: GOAT

PGML- Bonetti Room

Sep

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tarde de Cuentos | Storytime in the Afternoon

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Sep

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Kiddie Craft Thursdays

PGML- Bonetti Room

Sep

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Fun Fridays in Criolla / Viernes Divertidos en la Criolla

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Sep

10:30am - 4:30pm

Celebrate Baseball!

PGML - Fourth Floor Multipurpose Room

Sep

3:15pm - 4:30pm

Mandala Art

PGML: 3rd Floor | Conference Room 1

Sep

10:00am - 11:00am

Biblioteca Criolla Hora de Cuentos Mes de Hispanidad | Storytime at Biblioteca Criolla Hispanic Heritage Month

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Sep

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Bonetti Craft Night (6 and up)

PGML- Bonetti Room

Branch Notifications

Date Posted:	Notification:
3/9/2026	Please be advised that PGML will have a delayed opening on April 10th, 2026, due to a staff development meeting. Operating hours for the day will be 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

      
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   Robert Alvarez 
 2 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If I had ever been to this livrary, it was more than two decades ago.  The staff was very professional, polite, and helpful in both, helping me renew my Jersey City library card, as well as giving me additional information on resources.  I look forward to returning in a few weeks.
  
 
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   Jaspaal Singh 
 29 August 2026
 
 
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Goood experience
  
 
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   Pooja 
 27 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is a place we love to visit in every few days. Not just children library but adult section, their staff and cleanliness is 10 on 10.
  
 
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   Tracey Bee, The Divorce Solutionist 
 20 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nice collection of reading materials
  
 
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   E-FROM WALKER DUTCH DIAZ 
 20 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My 2nd HOME
  
 
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   Mariel 
 18 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Smells delicious,  easy to find on the map and easy to get there. The employees are friendly and I was able to find answers to my question and easy assisted in a timely manner.
  
 
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   Sarah Cavanah 
 12 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great experience visiting this library! The space is well maintained, and there’s a great selection of books and resources. A peaceful and inspiring place that I’d definitely visit again!
  
 
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   Mii 
 4 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A well-maintained public library with a pretty neat look. Every single time I’ve visited, the staff have been incredibly friendly and helpful. Conveniently located right next to a nice public park.
  
 
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   Savra 
 31 July 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. І діткам і дорослим на втіху
  
 
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   Maria Elisa Guerra 
 13 July 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. obtuve mi library card less than 10 min and a tons of books in spanish too
  
 
 
  
 
 
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