Northumberland Public Library patrons are getting more time to check out books and take advantage of the many services the library offers. The Library will add two hours to its operating schedule on Friday’s and Saturday’s starting august 8th.The permanent operating hours mean the library closes an hour later on Fridays and Saturdays effective August 8. Closing times on Fridays have been changed to 5:30 p.m. (rather than 4:30 p.m.). On Saturdays, patrons can use the library until 2 p.m. instead of having to leave at 1 p.m. according to Northumberland Public Library Director Alice Cooper.“We’re pleased to be able to increase our hours so that our schedule is more convenient to the community,” The library is located at 7204 Northumberland Highway, Heathsville. Questions? Please call the library at (804) 580‑5051 for more information.