Mission Statement
The Manheim Community Library will provide a place for the community to turn to for the discovery of ideas, the joy of reading and the power of information. We strive to maintain a varied collection of resources to benefit persons of all ages and abilities.
Policies
Check Out
Books/Audiobooks
- Two week borrowing period unless stated on the spine
- Unlimited number of items may be borrowed
- Renewal is available unless someone else has reserved the book
Movies and Documentaries
- 1 week checkout
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Must be renewed in person
Overdue Fines
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Children’s Books – $.10 per day to a maximum of $3.00/item
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Adult and YA books – $.20 per day to a maximum of $5.00/item
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Movies – $1.00 per day to a maximum of $5.00/ item
Replacement of Lost Material
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Materials more than 4 weeks overdue are considered lost.
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The entire cost of the item will be automatically added to your card and you will be billed.
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If a lost item is paid for and then located, it may be returned to the library for repayment.
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Repayment will be the cost of the book, minus the maximum overdue fine.
Computer Use
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An Internet and Computer Use Agreement must be signed by all those wishing to use a public access computer.
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Minor children under the age of 18 are also required to have a parent sign the agreement form with them in the Library.
Obtaining a Library Card
- Lancaster County residents over the age of 5 are eligible.
- Library cards may be used in any public library in Lancaster County.
- New patrons will need to complete a short form agreeing to accept responsibility for borrowed material.
- Children under 14 must have a parent or legal guardian provide proof of residency and co-sign the application with them.
- Use the following as proof of address:
- A photo ID with a current address on it.
- A photo ID in the applicant’s name and one form of official paperwork with a pre-printed Lancaster County address on it.
- For example, a bill addressed to the applicant, a tax bill for a Lancaster County property, working papers, a current lease or deed, or pre-printed checks.
- Access PA library cards will be honored. A photo ID is required. If you do not live in Pennsylvania, or you are not a member of your local participating Pennsylvania library, a $25 fee will be charged for borrowing privileges.
Library Card Application
Click here for a library card application. Print it out and complete the information. Take the completed form to the Manheim Community Library to obtain your library card!
Institutional Cards
- A written request from the director of the organization must be submitted to the local library director for approval. Though special loan periods may be arranged, fines and obligations still apply.