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One of the largest collections of English-language books in The Hague

The AWC of The Hague clubhouse is located in the basement level of the Clubhouse and we have an extensive English-language library. Our library offers best-selling books, children's books, magazines as well as DVD rentals for the whole family.

You can join the AWC library even if you do not qualify as a regular member of the AWC. Call us 070 350 60 07 for details on eligibility!


Looking for a gently used book or DVD? Stop by our garage and peruse the collection. All proceeds help fund the Library collection.

Looking for your next great read? Stop by the library for help or check out our new titles in this month's Going Dutch (pdf) on the "Bookshelf" page.

AWC books Try these books!
For those making the move to Holland, the library offers many titles to help you learn about Dutch culture and much more, including At Home in Holland,The Food Shopper’s Guide and Here’s Holland.

LIBRARY HOURS
Please note that we are NO LONGER open on SUNDAYS:

Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Monday, Wednesday and Friday CLOSED The book drop in the garage door is open 24 hours a day.

Perhaps these hours don’t fit your schedule? Please contact us and we’ll try to find a mutually-convenient way for you to check out the collection.




To renew books, call 070 350 60 07, or send an e–mail by using our 'contact us' page by clicking HERE (please type "library" in the subject line).

Love to read & discuss? Join the AWC Book Club!

AWC Book Club stack of books with woman sitting on top The AWC Book Club is open to all book lovers. New members are always welcome. There is no obligation to attend every meeting or to lead a discussion. You may choose to drop in once or twice, or attend every month. Meetings are held monthly on one of the last Thursdays from 10 a.m. - Noon in the AWC Clubhouse living room. Someone brings a snack and the AWC provides coffee. A €2 fee (€3 for non-members) per meeting is required.