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1. Who may have a library card?

Anyone with photo identification and proof of address may be issued a free library card. Those under 18 years old need a parent or guardian’s signature. Temporary cards, for those lacking proper documentation, allow checkout of 5 items. 

2. What’s my borrowing limit?

Limits include:

• 50 items per card
• 5 Hot Picks per card

3. How do I track due dates?

Due dates are issued at checkout. They are printed on your receipt and available online.

4. What about renewals?

If there are no holds on an item, it may be renewed twice. Library items will be automatically renewed as long as no holds have been placed on them by other library customers and they’re items that can be renewed (see auto-renewal FAQs). Manual renewals may be made at the library, by phone (707-253-4220), or online. Hot Picks are not renewable.

5. Where do I return items?

Return items at the library desk or book drop. If the book drops are full, please do not leave items outside. The library is not responsible for any damage to equipment caused by CDs or DVDs.

6. Why have a clear library record?

Renewing or returning items on time means faster library service. Parents or guardians are responsible for children’s materials and fines.

7. How long may I keep items?

All items may be checked out for 21 days.

8. What are the fines for overdue items?

The Napa County Library is proud to no longer charge fines on overdue materials.

9. What are the service fees?

The services* fees include:

• Color copy/print: $0.50 per page
• Grayscale copy/print: $0.10 each per page
• Inter-Library Loan: $5 per item
• Lost /destroyed items: cost of item
• Library card replacement: Free

*Please note that not all services are available at all branches.