Library Policies:
Free Wi-Fi service is accessible 24/7. Patrons may use the own devices inside or outside the library when the building closed.
Patrons may check out up to 8 items at a time with a limit of 3 DVDs.
Family Cards can have extended limits based on children.
*New Patrons have a 3 item limit for the first 6 weeks.
If the library doesn’t own the book or movie a patron wants, it can be borrowed it from another library at no charge. It may take up to two weeks for the material to arrive.
More than 300 books from North Central Kansas Libraries (NCKLS) are exchanged every two months. These books range from Large Print to picture books.
There are 3 laptops that are available for use during regular business hours. They have printing capabilities. Those taking tests or completing job applications have priority.
The library charges:
$0.10 per page for black and white copies/prints
$0.25 per page for color copies/prints
We also have a scanner available for use.
There is a drop slot in front of the library for after-hours returns.
Toddler Story Time is offered every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 10 am. Special evening programs will try to be scheduled on 5th Tuesdays.
This schedule does not apply to June for summer reading.
Generally summer reading is from the last Wednesday in May to June 31. Programs are on Tuesday mornings in June. Contact the library for specific dates closer to summer or check out the “Summer Reading” Tab.
Various programs are offered as staff members’ time permits or at the request of patrons. We have had guest speakers and take home crafts in the past. Keep an eye out for the future.
Programs and crafts are offered periodically based on interest. Watch the Facebook page or outside information board for details.
A Kansas library card allows patrons to check out electron books. See the library director to obtain a state card.
We are hoping to start getting subscriptions to a few magazine and newspaper but at this time we do not.
Contact the library for an application and more information.
*Not available at this time.* For those taking on-line classes, the library offers test proctor services. Please contact the library director to arrange for testing.
Instructions:
CloudLibrary has both audio and e-books
Website:
You will need a Kansas State Library eCard. You may get one at the Library.
Once the app is downloaded you will set up your own account. If help is needed please stop by or contact the library.
State of Kansas Library has several different apps.
Website: https://library.ks.gov/home
You will need a State of Kansas Library card number (available at HCL).
KSL Number: ex 999999
AND password (your birthday mm/dd/yyyy): ex 01/01/2020.
Click on DIGITAL BOOK eLENDING. There you will see several different apps for either eAudiobooks or eBooks. Each one is a little different and has instructions for use. When you click on the instructions, you will learn if the app is compatible with your device.
Using Hope Community Library’s On-Line Card Catalog
Visit the Hope Community Library and register for a library number.
After you have received your number, you will have the option to make an account with Librarika services. This will allow you personal account access and also access to the catalog of items.
The library home page also has a link to Librarika to look at the catalog.
Hope Community Library has free 24 hr WiFi.
Checkout Limits:
10 items total
3 DVDs at a time
*Family cards can ask to up the limit per child.
Checkout periods:
2 weeks for books
1 week for DVDs
2 weeks for Inter Library Loans
Overdue Fees:
10¢ per day item is late with a maximum fine of $1.00
Renewals:
If you are nearing the due date call 785-366-7219, email hopelibrary@tctelco.net, or stop by the library in person and we can renew your checkouts as long as there is no wait list for the item(s).
Lost/Damaged/Overdue Items
We try to send out overdue notices every Wednesday. If items are returned with in two day of due day you will not accruing late fees.
If an item has not been returned after 30 days it will be considered lost and you will be sent a bill for the replacement cost. You will have to option to pay for the replacement or return in good condition and pay overdue fine. If a book is returned damaged beyond repair you will be billed for the replacement cost.
We will continue to send reminders until accounts are settled.
New Library Members
New members are only allowed to check out 3 items at a time for the first 3 months as a trial. If accounts are in good standing at the end of the 3 month trial you will be allowed to check out the full limit.