The VSQ Library collection includes not only books (fiction and mystery, non-fiction, memoir, etc.) but Audio CDs, DVDs, a “Caring Connections” Collection. Browse the catalog to see what’s available.
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Use the Catalog or Wander In to Explore our Collection
Visit the library in person or on any web-based platform (Phone, tablet, desktop, laptop) to view holdings. Holdings in MST, TNC and VSQ are listed, including whether the book is large print.
Repositioning
As you know, Repositioning Project in Village Square will require to library to change locations and it will be where Card Room was (now used as a dining room). The new space will be a Library (not a media lounge) with the same wonderful collections of books, Audiobooks, and DVDs.
When the dining room is restored to its usual place, the card room will become the new Library shelves. The Library contents will then be moved.
Some aspects will be different but the selection and enjoyment of and especially accessibility to your favorite books will not disappoint.
At this moment, don’t expect much change until summer.
Additional Holdings in VSQ
DVDs and CDs
VSQ has a number of DVDs and CDs that can be borrowed. The DVDs include TV series and movies.
Additions to Our Collection
Additions to the VSQ Library are displayed in the windows: come over to Village Square across from Fireside Restaurant and browse.
Donations
DONATION GUIDELINES:
Bring your donations directly to the VSQ Library.
YES!
- LARGE-PRINT books
- Biographies & Memoirs (prefer current)
- Resident authors
- Current fiction and non-fiction (last 3 years), paper or hardcover, in good condition
- Older fiction and non-fiction: in good condition, at discretion of the librarian
- DVDs & Audio CDs: at discretion of the librarian. (VSQ ONLY)
- Art and Architecture Books and how-to Art books
NO!
- Oversize or Coffee-Table books except Art
- Multi-volume books
- Textbooks
- Bibles
- Cookbooks
- Foreign language books
- Reference books
- Travel guides
- VHS and audio tapes
- Computer software
- Technical Manuals for electronic devices and other equipment.
There are organizations that take books such as Wonder Book, Turning the Page, or the Montgomery County Public Library. The Book Recycling Subcommittee of the Riderwood Recycling Committee suggests you donate small numbers (maximum 10 per day per resident) of the “YES” books to the libraries and send larger collections (about 100) directly to the organizations mentioned above. We have also started a book recycling project directly from Riderwood through the Salvation Army.
Book Clubs at Riderwood
Riderwood has several book clubs on different topics which convene at locations around the Riderwood campus. Descriptions can be found on Riderwoodlife.com, and in Activities flyers in the neighborhood lobbies.
- Riderwood Readers Book Club (3rd Thursday of each month TNC Classroom)
- Environmental Book Group (3rd Friday of each month LSC Card room)
- Democratic Book Club (1st Friday of each month LSC Card Room)
- Riderwood Jewish Community Book Club (4th Saturday of the month; check flyer)
- Banned Book Club (1st Wednesday of each month LSC cardroom; check flyer for information) Note: Our library catalog has a search algorithm for “banned” books.
Volunteers:
We welcome volunteers; basic computer skills are a plus.
Questions, comments: libraries@riderwoodlife.com
Updated: 2/20/2026