The new Festus Public Library, pictured above, was officially opened on February 9, 2009. The 15,000 square foot building is located at 400 West Main Street in Downtown Festus.
LIBRARY PROCEDURES
RESIDENT CARDS
An application card must be filled out by an adult who must show proof of identity and residency and provide references. Cards will be issued to children when they have completed first grade. Children under 14 years of age must have parent or guardian signatures. When there are several cards issued to members of an individual family, it is suggested that the total number of books checked out at one time would not exceed 25. This will make it possible to circulate books to other patrons if you take only what you can read in a two-week period.
NON-RESIDENT CARDS
Anyone living outside of Festus city limits but within Jefferson County may obtain a non-resident card by filling out an application and paying a fee of $20.00 per year for the family.
ALL LIBRARY CARDS
Library cards should be presented each time library materials are checked out. LIBRARY CARDS ARE NOT TRANSFERABLE. BORROWERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL ITEMS CHECKED OUT AND ALL FINES ON THEIR CARD.
RENEWING BOOKS
Library materials (except videos) are checked out for a two week period. Books may be renewed by phone (one time only) for an additional two weeks as long as materials are not overdue. Books on a waiting list may NOT be renewed. Fines on books and magazines are 5 cents per day per item. Videos and DVDs have a 1-week check-out and a fine of $1.00 per day for DVDs and 50 centsa day for videos if not returned on time. Videos and DVDs may NOT be renewed.
GENEALOGY COLLECTION
Local history, Festus newspapers on microfilm, some cemetery records, CD ROMs and other genealogical materials are available for use in the reference room.
ANCESTRY LIBRARY
The Festus Library now has available ancestry library. However, you do have to come into the library to access the information.
SPECIAL SERVICES
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We are able to borrow books from other libraries throughout the state at no charge.
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There is a charge of 20 cents for letter and 35 cents for legal size photocopies.
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We send and receive faxes. The charge for this service is $1.50 for the first page and 50 cents for each additional page.
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The library has a meeting and conference room for civic groups. This room must be reserved in advance.
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Citizens may register to vote.
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Internet access is available. A form must be filled out to have access to the Internet. Students 18 and under must have parent/guardian signature. Copies are 20 cents for b/w and 50 cents and up for color.
We are a Passport Acceptance Agency. Visit the U.S. Dept. of State website at
www.travel.state.gov or call the library at 636-937-2017 for information.
STORYTIME
Pre-school storytime is held throughout the year on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
2012 SUMMER READING PROGRAM
The library offers a Summer Reading Program to children of all ages (pre-school through high school). may sign up for the summer reading program beginning June 1st and ending August 31st. Adults may also sign up for a reading program. Prizes will be awarded upon completion of the reading requirements. Watch for more information.