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      Richburg, SC 29729
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Borrowing Guidelines

Getting a library card

Library cards are free to all Chester County Library residents. Library cards are issued at any Chester County Library branch with proof of current name and address. First time check out is limited to 5 items. Those patrons who do not live within the County may obtain library cards by paying an annual fee.

You may also use the library for free:

  • If you work in Chester County, but reside outside the county (bring in your employee id card)
  • If you own property in Chester County (you must have a picture id and current tax receipt)
  • If you are a SCLENDS patron (but our checkout polices apply)

Out-of-county library card with full privileges: $25.00 per person per year.

Check-out Limits:

  • Patrons must be 18 years or older to check out adult DVDs
  • Children 17 and younger may only check out children’s DVDs
  • Items on hold for another patron cannot be renewed
  • You may renew books by calling or renewing online with your library card

Borrowing Guidelines & Limits

ItemCheckout PeriodCheckout LimitsOverdue Charges
New Books 2 weeks30.20 per item per day
Books3 weeks30.20 per item per day
Audiobooks3 weeks30.20 per item per day
DVDs & Blu-Rays1 week10.20 per item per day
  • Maximum overdue fines per item: $5.00
  • To check out materials account balance must be below: $5.00

Renewing Items

Books, DVDs, Blu-Rays and audiobooks may be renewed 2 times
Items on hold for another patron cannot be renewed
You may renew items by calling or renewing online with your library card

Placing Items on Hold

You may place 10 items on hold.

Lost or Damaged Items

If the item is still useable, charges for damaged materials will depend on the type and amount of damage and will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
A cardholder is responsible for all materials checked out on his or her library card.
Parents are responsible for items checked out by their children.

Lost or Stolen Cards

Report loss or theft of a card promptly to avoid its unauthorized use; the cardholder is responsible until the loss is reported. There is a $2 fee to replace a lost card. Report lost cards to your local library.

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    39 Calhoun St Great Falls, S.C. 29055
    (803) 482-2149
    Fax - (803) 482-3531

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    3771 Lancaster Hwy Richburg, SC 29729
    (803) 789-7800
    Fax - (803) 789-7801

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