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Library
Services
Library Cards
Shelton residents may obtain a free
library card with proof of residence. Children must be at least 3 years old, and a parent or guardian must sign a child's application. Cards
are valid for 4 years; replacement fee of $1.00 if card is lost. Please report
lost cards immediately, as you will be responsible for any materials charged on
your card.
Borrowing Privileges
Connecticut residents with a valid
card from their hometown library may borrow materials from Plumb Memorial
Library or any public library in the state. Individuals must be 18 years of age
or older, or have permission from a parent or guardian to borrow videos and
DVDs, or use public internet computers.
Most books and audiobooks are loaned
for a period of 28 days. New bestsellers may be loaned for 7, 14 or 21 days.
Magazines are loaned for 7 days and limited to 4 per card. Videos & DVDs are
loaned for 4 or 7 days and limited to 4 per card.
Most items may be renewed one time,
either in person,
online or by telephone if no other
patrons are waiting.
Interlibrary Loan
If items are not available through
the Plumb Memorial Library or Huntington Branch Library, they may be requested
first through the Bibliomation catalog. If
items are not available through Bibliomation, they may be requested through
www.iconn.org, Connecticut's statewide
catalog.
Library Elf
This service can help you keep track
of items checked out, overdue notices, and holds on multiple cards, from
multiple libraries.
Computers
Computers with MS Office XP software
and internet connections are available at both locations. Computers may be
reserved in advance at the Plumb Memorial Library. Patrons are limited to one
hour per day.
Printouts & Photocopies
Black & white printouts and copies
are available at both libraries for .10 each. Color printouts and copies are
available at the Plumb Memorial Library for .50 each.
Newspapers
A list of the library's newspaper
subscriptions is posted here. You may also access current and back
issues of many more newspapers at www.iconn.org.
Link to individual resources, and look for iconn Newstand on the left.
Meeting Rooms
Available to non-profit organizations
engaged in educational, cultural or civic activities. The Plumb Memorial Library
charges a $5.00 rental fee when the meeting room is used during regular library
hours, and $10.00 if use extends beyond closing. The kitchenette may be used for
an additional $5.00. The Huntington Branch Library charges a $10.00 rental fee.
Policy | Plumb
Reservation Form |
Huntington Reservation Form
Displays
Local artists and collectors are
welcome to display their work in the glass display cases at the Plumb Memorial
Library, or on display walls at either location. Please contact
Karen Jensen to display at Plumb; or
Marcia Austin to display at the
Huntington Branch.
Museum Passes
Passes offering free or reduced price
admission are available from the Huntington Branch Library and Plumb Memorial
Library. Passes are reserved for Shelton residents, 18 years and older.
Online Resources
Available at each library
location and online. More than just websites, these links connect you to
online versions of newspaper, magazine, journal and book articles (for free!)
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