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Frequently Asked Questions
Libraries

  • Who may borrow materials from the Library?
  • What do I need to get a library card here?
  • How long may I keep materials?
  • How much does it cost if I don't get my materials back on time?


  • Q. Who may borrow materials from the Library?
    A.
    People who
    • live in Greenwich
    • live in other towns in Connecticut
    • work or go to school in Greenwich
    • live in another state but have paid for a Library membership


    Q. What do I need to get a library card here?
    A.
    Town Residents need to provide one of the following documents with a Greenwich residential address:
    • Current CT driver's license with Greenwich address *
    *Greenwich residents who have not yet updated their driver's license information may provide current photo identification, and one of the following proofs of current residential address. A post office box is not acceptable.
    • Current CT Photo ID
    • Current Beach Card
    • Telephone Bill
    • Cable Bill
    • Utility Bill
    • Credit Card Bill
    • Automobile registration
    • Automobile insurance card
    People who work in Greenwich must provide:
    • Photo identification and proof of residential address
    • Proof of current employment such as:
    • - Current pay stub with Greenwich address
    • - Employer letter on company stationery
    People who go to school in Greenwich need to present:
    • Proof of current student status
    People whose principal residence is a Connecticut municipality other than Greenwich need to present:
    • A valid library card from their home library
    • Photo identification with proof of residence in that municipality
    People who do not live in Greenwich or in the State of Connecticut may purchase a Greenwich Library card. They need to present:
    • Photo identification
    • Proof of residential address
    • $125.00 (cash or check)
    For additional information about library services, please check the library’s Website:


    Q. How long may I keep materials?
    A.
    The Length of time that materials may be kept varies:
    • Books, Audio Books, CDs, and Audiotapes may be borrowed for three weeks
    • Movies may be borrowed for one week
    • Interlibrary Loans may be borrowed for three weeks
    • Art prints circulate for six weeks


    Q. How much does it cost if I don't get my materials back on time?
    A.
    Overdue fines vary:
    • Adult books, CDs and Audiocassettes: $.10 a day, $5 maximum
    • Childrens books, CDs and Audiocassettes: $.05 a day, $3 maximum
    • Movies: $1 a day, $20 maximum
    • Interlibrary loan materials: $1 a day, $20 maximum
    • Lending art items: $1 a day, $20 maximum


     
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