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Popular Houston Public Library 'to go' service offered at 16 locations - DefenderNetwork.com

Today, Houston Public Library announced more neighborhood libraries will participate in the popular 'HPL TO GO' services. HPL TO GO is a contactless curbside service offering pickup of materials at 16 locations! To utilize the service, customers can schedule their pickup time and preferred location. Customers can place their materials on hold at www.houstonlibrary.org or by calling […]

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