Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- When is the library open?
- Where is the library located?
- How do I obtain a library card?
- What if I lost my library card?
- May I use my library card at other libraries?
- What kinds of items may I borrow from the library?
- How long may I keep items from the library?
- May I renew items I have checked out?
- Are there any limits on how many items I many check out?
- Do you charge fines for overdue items?
- May I have a book sent here from another library?
- Does the library have computers and photocopiers available for the public?
When is the library open?
Our open hours are posted on every page of this site in the upper right corner of the window.
How do I obtain a library card?
To obtain a library card, please ask for an application at the front desk. Some form of ID with your name and current address on it must be shown at the time of application. Cards are usually able to be issued at the time you apply. People younger than eighteen years of age will need a parent or legal guardian's signature on the application before a card will be issued. There is no charge to obtain a library card.
What if I lost my library card?
If you lose your library card, a new card will be issued to you. There is a $3.00 charge for this service.
May I use my library card at other libraries?
Your OWLSnet or InfoSoup card may be used at any of the public library locations included on the OWLSnet member libraries page.
What kinds of items may I borrow from the library?
There are a wide variety of items for you to borrow from the library, including:
- books
- large print books
- magazines
- newspapers
- pamphlets
- art prints
- audio cassettes
- CDs
- videos
- board books
- games
- puppets
- puzzles
- audiovisual equipment
- and more!
How long may I keep items from the library?
Books and most other items are checked out for a four week period with these exceptions:
- Videos and DVDs are checked out for one week.
- Children's reference books are also checked out for one week.
- Magazines are checked out for two weeks.
May I renew items I have checked out?
Materials may be renewed if no one else has placed a hold on them. There is a limit of two renewals per item. We will renew up to five items over the phone; if you have more than five items to renew, please bring them to the library.
Are there any limits on how many items I many check out?
There are no limits on how many items you can check out.
Do you charge fines for overdue items?
The library will charge the following fines for overdue materials:
- Books and other items, not including videos: $.05 per day per item.
- Videos: $1.00 per day per video.
- Fines of $5.00 or more will prevent you from checking out materials
- All fines must be paid before using library computers.
May I have a book sent here from another library?
If you find an item you would like to borrow at another OWLSnet library, you may place a hold for it on our online catalog. Please ask for assistance at the front desk at the library.
Does the library have computers and photocopiers available for the public?
The library has five computers available for public use. See Computer Access for more information.
A self-service photocopier is also available for public use at the library. Copies cost $.15 per page. An electronic typewriter is available at a cost of $.25 per fifteen minutes. You may also borrow the following equipment with your library card:
- overhead projector
- opaque projector
- slide projector
- filmstrip projector
- projection screen
- 16mm projector
To reserve equipment to be checked out, please plan ahead and call the library at (715) 823-4563.