We strive to provide access to a comprehensive collection of materials that we believe helps to build knowledge, stimulating imagination, and cultivating thought for all of our patrons. We work hard to make sure our patrons have access to the latest books, audiobooks, e-books, DVDs, and more.
Each month, we usually add over 1,000 items to our physical and online collections and with a library card, you get access to it all.
When you get a physical library card you get access to our entire collection of materials located both inside the library and online.
If you’re unable to visit the library to obtain a physical card but you still want to access our digital media collection, you can register for a digital library card. It’s quick and easy!
Once you complete your registration you’ll get your digital library card number (ex. PACREF#####). Be sure to write down that number, you’ll need it to link your digital accounts back to your library card number.
You’ll then have access to all the digital media that we offer. If you ever want to upgrade it to a physical card, stop by the library and the staff at our front desk will be able to help you out.
The Library checks out materials to any patron who presents a valid Laurel County Public Library card with a balance of less than $10.00.
A hold is a patron request for an item to be to be held for check out.
Holds are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis and do not have a set arrival date. Once the requested material arrives at the library and is available for checkout, the customer is notified via phone, email, or text.
Holds are kept up to 7 days from notification.
With our digital media collection, holds are used on services like Overdrive. Once the loan period ends for the patron who has the item checked out, you’ll get notified that you can download your item.
Digital media services like Hoopla and Kanopy don’t use holds, all items are always available to everyone.
Books, audiobooks, and CDs without holds will automatically renew on the due date for one loan period, up to two renewals. (DVDs and equipment do not renew.)
Only a few items require a deposit (by cash, check, or credit/debit card payment) for checkout, refundable upon the return of the item without damage. The items requiring a deposit are:
The first card issued to each patron is free. Lost or stolen cards are $1 each time they are reissued. A photo ID is required for the re-issuance of any library card.
If the card is lost or stolen, it is the patron’s responsibility to notify the Library immediately. The patron is responsible for any material checked out before the card is reported lost or stolen.
