Library Rules
What should I do if I need more time to read my book?
Yes, we have gaming systems and many locations have board games to borrow.
Which section would I find a book that's not true?
Fiction
Name 3 types of books I would find in the non-fiction section.
Sports, cook books, religion, science, animals, professions, cars, history, biography, art, etc.
In what genre of books would you find stories about robots or space travel?
Science Fiction
True or False: I have to be 13 years old to get my own library card?
False, you can get a library card as soon as you are born.
True or False: The Library system has over 1 million books.
True, we have over 1.4 million books throughout our 17 locations and online.
What can I use to look up a book that I want to find?
Library Catalog
How are fiction books organized in the bookshelves?
Alphabetical, by author's last name.
What kind of books use sequential art to tell a story?
Graphic novels.
Where do I put my books when I want to return them?
Return to the automated book drop at any of our locations or bring to staff at the desk.
What happens if I return my book a couple days late?
Nothing, we don't have fees unless the book is lost or severely damaged.
What is a biography?
This is a book genre about real people's lives
What does the label on the spine of each book tell us?
The location for that book, call number, and the genre (fiction only)
Mystery
Are we allowed to have food and drinks in the library?
Yes, but please be careful not to spill on books or computers.
What kind of programs can you attend at the library?
Lego, crafts, music, storytime, art, making slime, animals, and so much more!
What section do I find shorter story books that have pictures?
Picture book section or Early Readers
What is a call number?
The address of the book. Tells where the book is located in the library.
What type of books are based on events that happened in the past but are not actually a true story.
Historical fiction
Do i need to whisper at the library?
No, you can talk at a normal volume but please respect others and don't yell or listen to music without headphones.
How much does a library book cost?
Every book is a different price but some cost $2.00 and some cost several hundred.
What is another name for Graphic Novels like DogMan or Babysitter's Club?
Comic Books
What is the technical name for the non fiction organization system?
Dewey Decimal System
What type of genre would The Percy Jackson series fall into?
Fantasy