How & When we got
started:
Oliver W. Norton presented to the Minerva Free Library the building
and lot that it is situated on, January 1, 1909. The Library was
first organized by the Minerva Club in May 1907. Minerva Free
Library has a collection of over 10,000 materials available for
patrons use and enjoyment. Our collection consists of books, audio
books, magazines and videos for diversified age and interests. We
also have available four public computers for patrons use.
Our Mission Statement:
Our Library Board believes it is essential to provide materials and
services which will help community residents obtain information
meeting their personal, educational and professional needs. The
library will serve as center for learning and enrichment for all
residents of the community, regardless of age level. The collections
will reflect broad subject coverage with materials acquired in a
variety of formats, with access to informational technologies. In
addition, the library will serve as an entry point for other roles
not emphasized. We encourage and seek community involvement and
service.
Volunteers are Welcome! {Contact Library for Details}
Our Circulation Policy:
1. Unless otherwise stated circulation period is two weeks for
books, including audio books. Magazines & videos circulate for one
week.
2. Materials may be renewed for an additional two week period,
unless on reserve.
3. Reference collection does not circulate except at the discretion
of the director and then only overnight.
4. 5 cents a day/per book & 50 cents a day/per video w/a maximum of
$5.00 per
item. Staff discretion is allowed as the most important goal is recovery
of the overdue materials.
5. Patron will be charged up to replacement value for lost or
damaged items.
6. Anyone four years of age, (with a parents consent up to age 17
yrs.), and older may request a library card and borrow materials
with their card.
Our Computer Policy:
The purpose of public computer access at the Sherman Minerva Free
Library is to serve primarily as a reference tool.
1. Sign-in is required in the computer log book. You must present a
current Minerva Free library card, a driver's license or some form
of ID that includes name and current address.
2. Computer access is for educational and informational use only.
3. No GAMES, NO CHAT ROOMS, NO ACCESS to materials that are
unlawful, obscene, abusive or otherwise objectionable material.
4. Computer usage is on a first come, first serve basis, unless
previously scheduled. You may schedule a particular time up to two
weeks in advance. Times will be for 1/2 hour use. If no one is
waiting an additional 1/2 hour may be used. Maximum use is two 30
minute intervals per person per day. If you are more than 10 minutes
late for a previously scheduled time, your reservation will be
considered cancelled. You must be finished 15 minutes prior to
closing.
5. Children under 12 must be under direct supervision of a parent or
guardian. Only one person per workstation unless helping a child or
special circumstances approved by library staff.
6. Printing policy is the same as our copy policy. Current cost is
20 cents a page.
7. Patrons may save only to blank disks available for purchase at
the circulation desk. Cost is 50 cents.
8. Internet users under the age of 18 must have written permission
from parents or guardian on file.
9. Use the computers in a manner that does not damage the equipment.
Do not change the configuration of any software on these computers.
If you experience problems or cannot get the computers to work,
report to the librarian.
10. No purchase may be made via the Library's Internet workstations.
11. By signing up to use the Internet workstation at the Minerva
Free Library you agree to abide by the Internet Access Policy and
the Internet Acceptable Use Policy. Misuse of the computers or
failure to abide by these policies and procedures will result in the
loss of your Internet privileges and/or Library privileges.
The Minerva Free Library reserves the right to modify this policy
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