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HOW TO OBTAIN A LIBRARY CARD

• Library card applications are available at the main library.
   
• You must show proof of current address to receive a library card.
   
• All cards will be mailed.
   
• Any child under 14 years of age (or not yet in high school) must have his/her application signed by a parent or guardian.
   
• Two items may be checked out when a new card is issued. After receiving your card in the mail, sixty items may be checked out on your card.
   

NOTE: Persons living outside Lawrence county must have a Public Library Access Card (PLAC) to use the Bedford Public Library. Please contact the Library (275-4471) for current cost.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF LIBRARY CARD OWNERSHIP

• You must have your library card with you to check out materials.
   
• You should inform us if you have a change of name or address. Your card will be updated at no charge.
   
• You are responsible for the care and return of all items checked out on your card.
   
• You are responsible for notifying the library if your card is lost or stolen. If not reported, you are responsible for materials checked out on your card.
   
• Do not loan your card to friends...you are responsible for all items checked out on your card.
   

REPLACEMENT CARD COST

Charges for lost cards are:
Adult cards - $2.00
Children's/Young Adult cards - $1.00
 

LOST AND DAMAGED MATERIALS

You will be charged for items checked out on your card that are lost or damaged. These fees will be used to replace the lost/damaged materials.

INTERLIBRARY LOAN (ILL)

The Bedford Public Library offers Interlibrary Loan services through resource sharing with cooperating libraries. You may borrow books and periodical articles from other libraries through the Bedford Public Library. In order to request an Interlibrary Loan, the desired item must NOT be owned by the Bedford Public Library. Interlibrary Loan is not available to reciprocal borrowers who will need to request Interlibrary Loan items from their "home" library.

More information about Interlibrary Loan