Reference Collection
The Reference and Information Collection provides
patrons with information that enables them to
make informed decisions affecting their
community and their personal lives, work and
other interests. Library reference provides the
public with a convenient and effective access
point to the vast and complex field of
information on which our society depends. This
collection enables people to lead more secure,
enjoyable lives and helps them serve as
contributing members of society.
- Reference materials cannot be checked out
- The collection helps answer quick questions,
usually dealing with facts. It acts as a
basis for further research.
Videos/DVDs
The library keeps an updated collection of
videos and DVD's that can be checked out by
patrons.
- Borrowers must have a Stevens Memorial
Library card and be in good standing.
- Three videocassettes and two DVD's per
household may be borrowed for a 7-day period
with one renewal.
- IMPORTANT: The outside book drop should
NOT be used to return videocassettes or
DVD's. Any damaged materials will
incur full replacement costs.
Library Card Policies
A library card is an important document that
entitles you to all the services provided by the
library.
- Please always have your library card
with you. You may not charge materials
without it.
- If your library card is lost, you can
get a replacement card, just ask a
librarian.
- The cardholder is responsible for all
materials charged to the card. This
includes fees that may be incurred due to
returning materials late, damaged, or not at
all.
- A library card may be obtained from the
circulation desk. Anyone over the age
of 6 is eligible, however minors need a
signature from a parent or guardian.
Book Loan/Reserve/Renewal
- Patrons possessing a library card may
charge non-reference materials for a period
of two weeks, excluding videos/dvds.
All materials charged will include a due
date slip to remind you when to return the
material.
- Materials (excluding videos/dvds) may be
renewed for an additional two weeks.
A renewal may be granted if the patron brings
the item to the
library, or renewals may be phoned in.
A renewal will not be granted if the
material is on reserve by another patron.
- Materials which are owned by the library
but are already charged may be reserved at
the circulation desk.
New titles may
also be reserved.
- Patrons with overdue materials will have
library privileges suspended.
- Lost or damaged materials may incur full
replacement costs.
Other Collections
The
Historical and Genealogical Collections contain
historically important materials on Ashburnham
and the surrounding area. Additionally, a Large Print
collection of both fiction and non-fiction books
is available to assist patrons with sight
difficulty. Please ask a librarian if you
have any questions regarding materials in any of
the collections.
Volunteering
There are a
number of volunteers who do various tasks for
the library. Stevens Memorial Library welcomes
the services of volunteer workers on a regularly
scheduled basis, regardless of whether the hours
given are minimal in number.
You can also help support the library by joining the
Stevens Memorial Library Friends organization.
See here for more
information.
Meeting Rooms
The meeting facilities of the Stevens Memorial
Library are available on a FIRST-COME-FIRST
served basis provided that such meetings do not
conflict with regular library services and
programs, and that they conform to the policy
guidelines outlined below.
Available rooms:
The Malcolm Stewart Community room measures
34.5' x 23', has movable seating for 60, 1 large
table, 1 4' round table, 15 various size folding
tables, and a kitchen.
The Activity Room measures 18' x 18' and has
movable seating for 25, two large tables and a
sink. Room Charges (Community Room only):
Payment for room usage must be made BEFORE
the event.
Non-Profit Organizations: $25.00
Private Organizations: $60.00
Other Charges/Liabilities:
- You must return room keys promptly
in the book drop. Lost keys incur
a $25.00 charge and privileges will be
revoked.
- Accidents or damages which occur
during the use of a Library meeting room
must be reported to the Library Director
within 24 hours.
- The individual/group will be held
responsible for payment for all repairs
as a result of any damages. Use of
candles is prohibited according to fire
code. No smoking is allowed.
- You must make sure your guests do
not wander into the main part of the
Library if it is closed. The
individual/group will be held
responsible for repayment of any damages
and/or theft as a result of the building
being left unsecured.
- If the room is not left clean, a
fine of $10.00 will be paid and loss of
privileges will occur.
- All charges may be re-evaluated at
the discretion of the Board of Trustees.
Reserving/Using a Room:
- Rooms are to be reserved during
library hours with a two-week
notice.
- You should call the director 2-3
days before the event to check on
scheduling.
- The signer is responsible for
setting up the community/activity
room to his/her requirements.
- You are responsible for
clean-up; including washing dishes,
taking all food out of refrigerator,
wiping down counters, etc.
- The room should be left as
found.
- All trash should be taken to the
dumpster.
Audio-Visual Equipment:
- VHS/DVD player, 30-inch
portable television monitor,
slide projector and microphone
are available for use in the
room.
- Signee is requested to
reserve the equipment one-week
in advance of the
meeting/function.
- Signee should be familiar
with the operation of the
requested AV equipment in
advance of the meeting.
Library staff will instruct
users in the proper operation of
the equipment. However,
library staff may be unavailable
at the time a meeting is
scheduled.
Appeals:
The board of trustees MAY
grant permission for the library
meeting facilities to any group
or individual who does not meet
the qualifications set forth in
this policy. A facilities
use request that has been
denied in accordance with these
policies may be referred to the
Chairman of the Board for an
appeal.
Museum Passes
The library provides discounted
or no-charge tickets to many
Massachusetts-area museums.
Below is a listing of all the
museum passes available.
If a pass does not have a price
listed, then admission is free. Please call or visit the library
for specific details and
availability concerning the
passes listed.
Higgins Armory (Worcester)
- 4 people
- Closed on Mondays
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- $5.00 per person for up
to two people.
Museum of Science (Boston)
- $5.00 per person for up
to four people.
New England Aquarium (Boston)
- $6.00 per person for up
to four people.
Tower Hill Botanic Garden (Boylston)
Worcester
Art Museum
Available Newspapers and Periodicals
The following newspapers and periodicals
are available within the Library. Newspapers are kept for three months, not
including the Community Journal. Periodicals may be checked out, except for
the current issue.
Consumer Reports and National Geographic do
not circulate.
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