How do I get a library card?
Bring your ID to any library. See Get a Card for more details.
Who can get a library card?
Anyone working, living, or attending school in Ohio. See Get a Card for more details.
What if I live out of state?
You can buy a card for $35 annually. See Get a Card for more details.
How do I renew my library card?
Bring in your library card or ID to any library.
How do I reset my pin number?
Bring in your library card or ID to any library.
How many items can I check out at a time?
DVDs/Blu-Rays are limited to 25 (combined). Video Games are limited to 2. See Loan Periods for more details.
For how long do items check out?
DVDs & Blu-Rays check out for 14 days. Most other physical items check out for 28 days. See Loan Periods for more details.
How do I request an item that is not in your catalog?
Visit our Borrow from Another Library page for more options on how to request items that the library does not own. If you would like to suggest an item to add to our collection, visit our Suggest a Title page.
How do I renew my items?
Items will automatically renew up to five times unless: you owe $10 or more, or if there are holds on the item. SearchOhio materials must be renewed in person or over the phone. See Loan Periods for more details.
Do you charge late fees?
The library does not charge late fees. If an item is not returned for a longer period, we assume it is lost. We will charge the cost of the item plus a fee from our collection agency.
How do I reserve a study room or meeting room?
Visit our Study and Meeting Rooms page to reserve a room. Rooms may also be reserved in person or over the phone.
Do you offer wireless internet service?
Yes, each building offers public (unencrypted) wireless internet service. Please see a staff member if you need help connecting.
How much does it cost to print/fax/scan?
Printing costs $.10 per page for black and white and $.30 per page for color. Faxing costs $1 for the first page and $.50 for each additional page. Scanning is free.
