Oxford Library Jeopardy

Do You Know Oxford Library?

100

_{True or False?}

You can only use the computers at the library if you have a library card.

False.

^{Anyone can use the computers! If you don't have a library card, simply ask at the desk for a guest pass.}

200

_{True or False?}

Oxford Library is a member of the Lancaster County Library System.

False. 

^{Oxford Library is a member of the Chester County Library System.}

300

_{True or False?}

Oxford Library has about 50,000 items in our collection.

True!

^{Our items include things like books, DVDs, audiobooks, e-books, STEM kits, and more!}

400

_{True or False?}

You can check out 100 books in total on one library card.

True! 

^{The computer will stop you at 100, but we suggest only taking home as many as you can be responsible for.}

500

_{True or False?}

You are only allowed in the library when you are looking for books.

False.

^{The library is for everyone, anytime!} 

Summer @ Oxford Library

100

_{True or False?}

Oxford Library closes during the summer months.

False. 

^{Summer is our busiest time of year!}

200

_{True or False?}

If you're in 6th grade or above, you can volunteer at Oxford Library for community service credit.

True!

^{Applications for volunteers can be found online or you can pick up an application at the Children's Desk.}

300

_{True or False?}

Oxford Library doesn't hold any teen programs for kids in 6th through 12th grade.

False.

^{This summer we'll have programs like Oreo Tasting, Nailed It cupcake decorating, free outdoor movies at the park, Make Your Own Terrariums, Anime Club, Cosplay Contest, and more!}

400

_{True or False?}

Copies of all the books for the 7th grade Summer Reading Project are available at Oxford Library.

True! 

^{All you need is a library card from Oxford Library.}

500

_{True or False?}

Oxford Library offers a special Summer Reading Challenge for 6th through 12th graders.

True!

^{You can join our Teen Read Battle! Earn points for your team by reading at home throughout the summer. The winning team gets our grand prize at the end of summer.}

Get Your Library Card

100

_{True or False?}

Library cards from Oxford Library can only be used at Oxford Library.

False. 

^{Library cards from Oxford Library can be used at any library in Chester County, including Avon Grove and Kennett.}

200

_{True or False?}

There is no age limit on who can get a library card.

True!

^{Everyone from 0 to 100 years old can get a library card at Oxford Library.}

300

_{True or False?}

In order to get a library card, all you need a completed application and proof of your current address.

True! 

^{Proof of address can be a license, a piece of mail, a passport, etc.}

400

_{True or False?}

It costs $2.00 to get a library card.

False. 

^{Library cards are free! You don't have to pay anything in order to get a library card at Oxford Library.}

500

_{True or False?}

Anyone under 18 years old needs a parent or guardian to sign them up for a library card.

True!

^{Both you and your parent/guardian need to be present in order to get a card.}

Know Your Librarians

100

_{True or False?}

There is a total of 15 staff members at Oxford Library.

True!

^{Of those 15, only 5 are full time.}

200

_{True or False?}

Librarians do not like helping you find books or answering questions.

False. 

^{It's what we're here for!}

300

_{True or False?}

My name is Samantha.

False.

^{My name is Sarah!}

400

_{True or False?}

The Children's Librarian has three important jobs: ordering new books, planning programs, helping people who come in to use the library.

True!

^{Librarians don't just read all day! There is a ton of work that goes into running the library.}

500

_{True or False?}

The director of Oxford Library is Carey Bresler.

True!

^{She's the best!}