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1. How do I get a Boaz Public Library card?

Boaz residents and those within a 20-mile radius are welcome to get a library card at no charge. Nonresidents may obtain a card for $10 per year. Everyone must present an updated ID and proof of address and 2 phone references of friends or families (in different households) than can notify you regarding overdue materials in the event that we cannot contact you directly. Children less than 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian to obtain a card.

2. Can my child get a Library card?

Parents/guardians may complete a Library card application for any child under the age of 16.

3. What if I have lost my Library card?

If you have lost both cards (the wallet card and the key chain card), it will be $2.00 replacement fee.

4. How long can I keep the items I check out?

Books and books on CD can be kept for 14 days with an automatic renewal for 14 more days. DVDs can be kept for 3 days.

5. How much are late fees?

Books and books on CD - $0.05/day up to $1.00 per book.

DVDs - $1.00/day up to $20.00 per movie.

6. How can I view my online account?

The Username/Barcode is the entire number on the back of your Library card. The password is a 4 digit pin that you chose. If you don't have a pin number or don't remember it, you can call us at 256-593-3000 and a Library staff member can assist you. You can click here to sign in -

Online Catalog

7. Is there a book drop outside the Library?

The Library offers a convenient book drop for items to be returned before, during or after hours. It is located directly behind the Library under the covered awning.

8. Can I renew items that are checked out to me?

The Library offers an automatic renewal for two additional weeks past the initial due date. Past this date, it is up to the patron to renew the item by calling us at 256-593-3000 and speak to Library staff. Movies must be renewed in person, not over the phone.

9. How can I request and reserve materials?

Material requests can be made by contacting the Library at 256-593-3000. You may also make requests by logging into your online Library account. Patrons with materials on hold will be notified by email (if available) or phone and will have 3 days to pick up the item. 

Please note: movies cannot be reserved.

10. Is there internet access in the Library?

Free Wi-Fi is available at the Library. You have to sign-in at the front desk for the Wi-Fi password. You can also log-on to one of the public computers with your Library card. If you do not have a Library card, you must present a picture ID and sign-in as a guest.

11. Is the Library closed on holidays?

The Library observes the following holidays:
New Year's Day Martin Luther King Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving
Christmas Day

12. How can I get information on Library news and events?

The Library provides a variety of ways to communicate about upcoming programs through Social Media. Be sure to follow the Boaz Public Library on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You are also welcome to call the Library anytime to ask questions. Our telephone number is 256-593-3000.

13. Does the Library have a meeting room?

The Library has two meeting rooms, the Mastin Conference Center and the Weathers Room. The Mastin Conference Center can be rented during Library operating hours or after. The Weathers Room can be rented only during Library operating hours. You can click here for more details -

Meeting Rooms

14. What printing services does the Library offer?

Printing & Copying

-black and white is 10¢ per page

-color is 25¢ per page

Faxing

-to send - $2.00 for the first page and $1.00 each additional page

-to receive -$1.00 per page

Scanning to Email & USB (flash drive)

-10¢ per page

Wireless Printing:
We now offer wireless printing. Please come inside for instructions. 

15. Can I donate items to the Library?

If you have books, books on CD, or DVDs you would like to donate to the library, please bring them to the front desk. If we do not have the items, we will add them to our catalog. If we already have the item or it is not something we would keep, we will place them in our Friends of the Library room to sell. All money made from the Friends of the Library helps fund our children and young adult programs. 

Please make sure that all items are in good or working condition. 

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1. Who to call for possible rain outs?

You may call the Rec Center at (256) 593-7862 or you can check Parks & Rec News for latest game status.

2. If I want to play in a BPA Tournament at Boaz who do I contact?

For more information on BPA check out BPA Alabama

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1. How old do you have to be to be a member?

You have to be 60 years old.

2. Is transportation available for public?

Tra.nsportation is only available to people 60 years old, who live within the Boaz city limits and the doctors are local. We have scheduled days for grocery shopping, Walmart shopping and local errands. Doctors visits need to be scheduled two-three days in advance