Columbus Public Library

223 W. James St., Columbus, WI 53925
920-623-5910 · Children's Dept. 920-623-5926

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I get a library card?
  Adults requesting a library card are required to submit a Photo ID along with acceptable proof of current address: Wisconsin driver's license, canceled mail, or a checkbook. See the Circulation Policy for more information.
• How much are fines?
  Materials are due on the date stamped or as shown on the patrons receipt. Patrons paying fines for overdue or lost materials shall be issued a written receipt if it is for over $2. A seven-day grace period will follow after the date due, the patron will not be charged during the 7-day grace period.
• How long can I keep the items I take out?
  

  Videos, DVD's - 2 days

  CD-ROMs - 1 week

  B&T Lease collection books, Magazines, Pamphlets, Musical CD's, Outside SCLS Interlibrary Loan, Magazines and Discovery Backpacks - 2 weeks

  Fiction, Non Fiction, Books on tape, Teacher Collections - 4 weeks

  Reference circulates as marked on the material.

• What is a grace period?
  A grace period is 7 days long it gives you time to get your materials back after the due date before fines are charged.
• What equipment can I rent from the library?
  The library has a sound system, a 35 mm slide projector, an overhead projector, and projection screen for loan. See the Audiovisual Equipment Rental Policy for more details.
• I've never used a computer. Can the staff teach me?
  The library staff provides limited assistance as time permits. Patrons using the computer should know how to type and use a mouse.
• Do you provide babysitting services during meetings/tutoring?
  No, staff do not provide babysitting during meetings or tutoring. It is suggested that groups provide their own babysitters during activities at the library.
• I have a friend who wants to learn to read. Who do I contact?
  Call the library at 623-5910 or email us at colpl@scls.lib.wi.us for current Columbus Literacy Council contact information.
• Do you have a lost and found?
  Yes, it is located in the meeting room.
• Do you charge for storyhours, summer reading programs and other programs?
  There is no charge for these programs. They are done as a public service.
• Do you proctor tests?
  Yes, call the library for details.
• How often do you get delivery of Interlibrary loan materials?
  We receive delivery 6 days a week.
• What newspapers do you have on microfilm?
  We have the Columbus Journal on microfilm (1858-2004).
• Can we check out the toys (puppets, etc.)?
  No, toys are for in-house use only. We have backpack kits with games, puppets, etc. available for checkout.
• Do you have a service for the homebound, handicapped or someone in a nursing home?
  Yes, contact the library for details.
• How do I volunteer to help at the library?
  Call or visit the library and ask to speak to the library director.
• I need something notarized. Do you provide this service?
  Yes, please call to make an appointment.
• We need a speaker for our club. Do you have someone who could come?
  Yes, please contact the library director at 623-5910.
• Do you have a Friends of the library group?
  At this time the group is no longer active.
• When I receive a citiation from the police department can I return the materials and avoid going to court or paying a fine?
  Once the information is sent to the police department for city code violation it is out of the library's hands. The police department files the citations and issues a notice to apprear in court. If you return your lost materials to the library the we will notify the police department.