GENEALOGY
The library
has a significant collection of genealogical and historical material
that includes San Augustine Tribune issues on computer, microfilm
files (census, local newspapers, and other types), family files, and
a wide variety of books and other resources. Patrons can access the
HeritageQuest database at the library. A staff genealogist is also
available to assist with research questions at limited times. Call,
write or email the library for more information on this service.
LIBRARY CARDS
It's free and
easy. If you live in San Augustine, Shelby, or Sabine counties, all
you need is a Texas Driver's License or Texas ID card and two pieces
of mail with your address on it. The address must match that on the
license or ID card. Military ID is also accepted.
A fee of
$5.00 will be charged to replace a lost card. Damaged cards will be
replaced at no charge. The damaged card must be presented for a new
one to be issued.
OVERDUE FINES
(per day)
Books
Audiobooks
Magazines
ILL Items
DVD's
Videos |
20¢
20¢
20¢
50¢
$1.00
$1.00 |
BORROWING
Books,
audiobooks, and magazines can be borrowed for a period of two weeks.
DVD's and videos are checked-out for one week. Items located in the
Genealogy and Reference collections are for use only inside the
library and are unavailable for check-out. Item limits per family or
address are as follows:
Books
Magazines
Audiobooks
DVD's
Videos
Paperbacks |
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5
3
3
2
2
No limit |
DOCUMENT COPYING
The library
has one copier available for public use.
The cost of
double-sided copies is twice the amount shown below according to
size. Color copies are also available at the front desk for 60¢.
Letter
(8½ x11)
Legal l
(8½ x 14)
Ledger (11 x 17) |
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20¢
30¢
35¢ |
LAMINATING
Business card
size items: 55¢
index card
size: 65¢
8½ x 11
$1.35
8½ x 14 $1.55
FAXING
Fax no: 275-5049
Sending -
$2.00 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page.
Receiving -
$2.00 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page. |
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eBOOKS
As a member
of the Piney Woods Digital Consortium, the San Augustine Public
Library has joined with other local libraries to offer free eBooks to
the community.
eBooks and
Audiobooks can be downloaded using all types of Kindles, Nooks,
iPads, and a wide variety of other e-readers and tablets. Please
bring your device and library card with you in order to sign-up. Each
patron will be issued an individual password allowing access to the
Consortium's website and given a short tutorial on how to use it.
All eBooks
and Audiobooks are available free of charge.
For more
information please call the library or ask a staff member.
FREE WI-FI
Is available
throughout the building.
After hours,
it can still be accessed from the area immediately surrounding the
library including the parking lots.
T-Mobile Hotspots
Patron
must have library card for 3 months and in good standing before
checking out T-Mobile hotspots.
Check
out period is 1 week Maximum, consecutive check out is 2
times.
Patron
will be charged $150 if hotspot is damaged or lost.
Library
staff will check condition of Hotspot upon return.
RETURNS
& RENEWALS
Items may be
returned in person or placed in the book drop outside after hours.
Renewals can be done in person or by phone. Patrons will be charged
for unreturned, lost or damaged items including DVD's, Audiobooks,
Books and Video cases.
INTERLIBRARY
LOAN (ILL)
The
Interlibrary Loan Program helps San Augustine Public Library provide
cardholders with materials that are not in the library's collection,
some restrictions apply.
In order to
request ILL materials, patrons must be in good standing (i.e. have no
pending fines or other charges) and have had a current and up-to-date
library card for at least six months. Up to two ILL items may be
borrowed at one time. Due dates are established by the lending
library. A fine of 50¢ per day will be charged for overdue ILL items.
COMPUTERS
& EQUIPMENT
Computers are
available for public use at no charge. Please present a picture ID at
the Front Desk to sign up.
There is also
1 computer in the Children's area for anyone under 18.
Printouts
from the computers are 20¢ for letter-sized and 30¢ for
legal-sizes. Color printouts are 60¢.
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