Circulation Services

Interlibrary Loan:   If the library does not have the item you need, ask at the desk about borrowing it from another library.  ILL  services are available to all patrons.  The library can usually obtain books and/or articles from other libraries within a two-week period.  There is no cost to the patron.

Public Computers:  The library has internet-access computers available for use of patrons.  These are all attached to a printer.  Copies are 10 cents each.  Word-processing  and other office applications are available at all terminals.  Patrons must  sign up for access and time may be limited, based on demand.  Internet use policies are posted in the library.

Photocopies & Faxes:   There is a copy / fax machine available at the library for public use.  Copies are 10 cents per page.  Faxed pages are $1.00

Children and Teens

Children’s Programs:  Story time for preschoolers is held on each Monday from 11:00-11:30 a.m. 

The Summer Reading Program for school-age children is held every Monday in June.  Call the library for schedules.

Programs & Classes: The library provides classes in computer use as well as Thursday evening programs on subjects of interest to the community.

Outreach Activities

The Friends of the Library and Library staff provide delivery  of Library materials to Salado short and long-tem home-bound citizens.  Please call the library (947-9191) to get started in our program.  
                          

The Library's Collection

· Books
         Adult & Juvenile
         Spanish Language
         Fiction & Non-Fiction
         Large Print
         Genealogy

· Books on Tape/Books on CD/Downloadable Audio Books from your home computer
       

· Videos/DVDs—English & Spanish
         Feature Films
         Documentaries       

· Periodicals:  The library subscribes to a number of  magazines and newspapers for your reading pleasure.

· Genealogy:  The library has a small genealogy section.  These materials are not circulated.

· Reference Materials:  This includes encyclopedias and other reference books as well as Value Line financial newsletter.  In addition, the library has access to many reference materials online.

Community Spaces in the Library

Meeting  Room - A conference room that seats 10 is available for use during library hours.  Call the library to reserve the meeting room.