Services
- Cards are issued in person to those with proof of identity and a documented current mailing address.
- A parent or legal guardian must sign the application for patrons under the age of 18. Parents are responsible for selecting and supervising their child’s access to all library resources.
- Lost library card replacement: $1.50. Damaged cards are replaced for free.
We’re happy to try to buy items our library cardholders think would benefit our collection. Please complete the form below. If we are unable to purchase the suggested item, we will contact you. Thank you for your suggestion! Note: We will only consider suggestions from our library cardholders.
- Renew or Reserve Items from Home
- You can renew items using the Library’s online catalog or by calling 804-758-5717 (Urbanna) or 804-776-7362 (Deltaville) during library hours.
- Loan Periods
- 21 days: Print books, audio books, children’s books, and magazines. Items can be renewed, if not requested by another library user.
- 14 days: DVDs, which can also be renewed once if not requested by another library user.
- Book Returns
- Both branches have an outdoor access book drop for your convenience.
- Fines and Fees
- The library does not charge late fines. However, you will receive automated reminder emails to return items. Fines for overdue interlibrary loan items are set by the lending library. Lost or damaged items will be assessed at the replacement cost for the item.
Books and other materials not owned by the Library may be requested through Interlibrary Loan for $4.00 for postage and handling per item. Ask a staff member at the circulation desk for more information.
Both branches have computers available for public use. There is no limit on time if no one is waiting.
The library offers free wi-fi, available 24/7. A library card is not needed to access wi-fi.
Photocopying and printing are available for the public. The fees are as follows:
- Black & white copies - 20₵ per page
- Color copies - 50₵ per page
Faxes can be sent and received at the library. The fees are as follows:
- Outgoing Faxes - $2.00 for the first page, 50₵ for each additional page
- Incoming Faxes - 50₵ per page
The copier can also scan documents to a flash drive or to an email address. Scanning is a free service.
A laminator is available at the Urbanna branch, please ask a staff member for assistance. The cost is $1.00 per 8 ½”x11” sheet.
The library offers an array of free online resources, including newspaper archives, genealogy resources, homework help, and much more. Use our Research and Learn page to get started.