LIBRARY CARD

To apply for a library card, you must show current identification to the staff at the Circulation Desk and complete a brief application. Students and children under 18 years of age must have the application signed by a parent or guardian.

Luzerne County Library System Application

ADULT SERVICES

The library offers a large selection of fiction, nonfiction, reference books, audiobooks, large print books, videos, periodicals, and music CDs. Free Internet access is available on our computers, as well as the use of Microsoft Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Excel. Free WiFi is available throughout the library; our network will show as Patron. The WiFi password is BMML45!!, case sensitive.

Interlibrary loans are available and reserves can be put on books and materials not on the shelves. Renewals on checked out items can be made at the library or by calling 570-675-1182.

You must have your library card to check out books and materials.

YOUNG ADULT BOOKS

A selection of paperbacks, hardcover fiction, nonfiction, and college and career guides, all geared toward young adults, are located in the main reading area of the library. Also available are summer book discussion groups!

CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Picture and board books, beginning readers for preschool through grade three, children's reference books, audiobooks, DVDs, fiction for elementary and middle school readers, nonfiction, biographies, holiday books, and computers are located in the Children's Wing. Infant, toddler, and preschool story times are scheduled year-round. Special programs are held throughout the year with guest speakers and presenters, and a Summer Reading Club is held each summer for toddlers and elementary age children.

COMMUNITY ROOM

Our Community Room is available for use by nonprofit and civic groups throughout the Back Mountain. The fee is $25.00 during library hours and an additional $10.00 an hour for after hour use.

VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers have played a vital role in the development of the library and they continue to provide the library with invaluable contributions of time and service. Volunteers help with shelving books, filing, preparing bulk mailings and assisting at story hours, special programs, fund raising events, the Friends Group, bookstore and the auction. Contact the library to become a volunteer.

BOOKSHOP

The Slightly Read Bookshop offers used books at prices readers love in most genres of fiction, nonfiction, and children's, as well as audiobooks and puzzles. The bookshop is located beneath the Children's Wing with handicap accessibility and ample parking at the rear of the library.

AUCTION

Each year the library holds a four day Antique and New Goods auction, which provides the library with income for its operating budget.

THE HOLIDAY SHOP

The Holiday Shop is located behind the Slightly Read Bookshop in the annex and offers inexpensive gift items including floral arrangements, collectibles, and other items suitable for both young and old. All sales benefit the library!