Borrowing Policies
Complete Registration and Circulation Policies can be viewed HERE.
LIBRARY CARD INFORMATION
Free library cards are available for residents of Pennsylvania and are valid for three (3) years from the date of issue. Proof of current address is required to register for a library card. A valid driver’s license is preferred. Other acceptable proof includes utility bills, checking accounts, or medical cards.
Children 5 years of age to 18 years of age require a parent/guardian signature signed on the premises to obtain a library card.
In obtaining a library card, one signs the following borrower’s agreement:
I agree to comply with all of the rules of McBride Memorial Library, to pay promptly all fees or damages charged to me, and to give immediate notice of change of address.
Library cards are renewed without charge upon verification of address and contact information.
Library cards become temporarily invalid for any one of the following reasons:
- Overdue materials have not been returned
- Fees $10.00 and over
- Card is expired
- Inability to prove current address
Thank you for adhering to library use policies. Honoring your borrower’s agreement allows library resources to be shared fairly with all citizens of the community.
IN-LIBRARY USE MATERIALS
Reference Books, Newspapers, Local History and Genealogy Collection,
Berwick High School Yearbooks, Public Computers
MATERIALS for LOAN
Books for Adults, Teens, and Children, Large Print Books, Books on CD, Magazines, DVDs, Blu-Rays, and Video Games.
LOAN PERIODS
Circulating materials may be borrowed for 2 weeks and be renewed 2 times for a total of 6 weeks. The first renewal is automatic. (Exceptions: New books and DVDs, items on hold for another borrower, and Children’s Museum passes may not be renewed.)
LOAN LIMITS
A total of 30 items may be borrowed per library card. (Exceptions: The limit to puzzles and children’s backpacks is 2.)
LATE FEES and SERVICE FEES
Overdue items – $0.25 per day per item
Children’s Backpacks and Children’s Museum passes – $1.00 per day per item
Replacement library cards are re-issued for a fee of $1.00.
Fax Service – $2.00 first page, $0.50 each additional page
Copies and computer printing fees – $0.25 per page regular B&W, $0.50 per page color
