SERVICES & POLICIES

Circulation

Books, Audio Books, Music           2 weeks

Movies                                               1 week

Periodicals                                         no set limit

Fines

The Library voted to do away with fines.  If you lose or damage a book, we will ask you pay to replace it.  

 The cardholder is responsible for loss or damage to materials borrowed on that card.     

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Returns & Renewals

All materials may be returned in the drop slot after hours.  

Renewals may be done in person, by phone, or email, unless a reserve is in place for another patron.    

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Computer/Internet 

Open wireless network (no password required) is operational 24/7. Two public use stations are available on a first come, first come first basis.  Filtered access to Internet in compliance with CIPA.  15 minute use limit when others are waiting. Wireless printing now available at the library!

(Full policy upon request.)  

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Electronic Resources

Ancestry.com is now available through the Maine State Library Marvel online resources.  You have to access it from the Library.  Come in to check it out!

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We are proud to be part of the Portland Public Library PALS program -  we can give out PPL cards right here. Come to the Library to get a card and find out about all the great online resources you have access to from the Portland Public Library!

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Copier/Printers/FAX

Copier/printer                        $ .20/page
Color copies                            $ .30/page

FAX in/out:                             $ 1.00/page
Outside North America:      $ 3.00/page

Dedicated FAX #                   846-4358 

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 Patrons are responsible for the cost of all pages printed or faxed.  

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Inter Library Loan

Books not found in the collection may be requested through the Inter Library Loan system.  Patrons may complete a request form and leave with staff. 

 There is  suggested donation to offset postage costs. 

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 Audio Visual Equipment

The Library has equipment available for use by individuals and groups.  Requests for equipment must be made at least 3 days in advance.  Lost or damaged equipment becomes the responsibility of the borrower. 

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For a complete list of equipment available, see Library staff.

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​​Privacy

The Library is committed to safeguarding all borrowers’ records to the extent the law allows.  In keeping with Maine State Revised Statutes, which provide that all such records will be kept confidential, the Trustees interpret this to include juvenile records as well.