The Library
True or False: there is a section in the library just for Teens 12-18.
True! The Teen Lounge is an area for kids 12-18 beside the Young Adult books. You can find information on library programs for teens, booklists, recommended reads, etc. just for you!
True or False: you can only use your library card for the Fleetwood Library.
False! your library card allows you to use it at any of our 11 locations in Surrey.
What is the computer used to search for books called?
The catalogue computer.
True or False: Since there are no overdue fines, you can keep your library books for as long as you like.
False. If you have kept a book longer than a month without renewing it, you will be charged for the full amount of the item.
True or False: Anybody can come and use the library.
TRUE! The library is for everyone!
Where in the library do you return materials that you have borrowed?
Trick question! the Return drop is outside, on the side of the building.
True or False: There is an app for your library barcode that you can use if you forgot your card at home.
True! With the Surrey Libraries app you can save your library barcode for checkout, place holds, check your account, and much more!
What is a spine label?
A sticker on the side of the book so you know where to find it on the shelf.
True or False: you must return your materials to the library that you borrowed them from.
False: you can return your materials to ANY public library and they will send it back to us.
Name a GENRE of fiction materials.
Fantasy, Sci Fi, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Horror, etc.
Where can you put materials that you pulled from the shelf if you changed your mind and don’t want to borrow them anymore?
The carts located at the ends of shelves. (The one in Children's is in front of the Pokemon/Minecraft display.)
Why is it not a good idea to let your friends use your library card?
The card is under your/your guardians' name; if anything happens to materials borrowed with the card, it is your responsibility.
What do you do if you need help finding a book?
Ask a library staff, search on the computer, etc.
What kind of damage can happen to a borrowed book that you have to be responsible for?
Water damage, spills/stains, writing in the book.
Name a GENRE of NON-FICTION materials.
Biography, History, True Crime, Self Help, etc.
What is the desk called where you ask for help and check out books?
The service desk.
What is your PIN?
The last four numbers of the phone number on your account.
You will need to know this to log into a library computer, check your account online, make book reservations, use the self checkout, etc.
How are FICTION books organized in the library?
Alphabetically, under the author's last name.
How long are you allowed to keep your borrowed items?
Three weeks
True or False: the library only carries materials in English.
False.
The library's World Languages collection include children's, teen and adult materials in 23 languages.
What are some things the library offers besides materials for borrowing?
Computer use, Storytimes, Book clubs, Author readings, Holiday Programs, Conversation Circles, eLibrary, online courses, etc.
What should you do if you lose your library card?
Tell your guardian, notify the library so we can prevent anyone who finds your card from using it, come into the library with your guardian to replace your card.
How are NONFICTION books organized?
Numerically, by Dewey Decimal call number.
What can you do if you want to keep your materials longer than the allotted time?
Ask for a renewal online, in person or over the phone.
If no one has requested the item, you can renew it up to two times.
Name a Surrey Libraries branch.
We have 11:
City Centre, Clayton, Cloverdale, Fleetwood, Guildford, the Mobile Library, Newton, Ocean Park, Port Kells, Semiahmoo, Strawberry Hill.