377 ELKWOOD AVENUE
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ 07974
908-665-0311

Print Materials Lending Policy

PRINT MATERIALS LENDING POLICY

Books

  • Books may be borrowed by persons who are in good standing and possess a valid New Providence Memorial Library card, a valid Morris Union Federation (MUF) library card or a valid Middlesex Union Reciprocal Associated Libraries (MURAL) library card.  
  • Only the holder of a library card may borrow books.  No notes, letters or telephone calls will be accepted. A library card or photo identification must be presented when items are borrowed.
  • Books designated as “New” may be borrowed for a period of fourteen (14) days if they are under 500 pages and twenty-eight (28) days if they are 500 pages and over (number of pages is determined by the length of the regular size print book).
  • All other books may be borrowed for a period of twenty-eight (28) days.
  • All books may be renewed one (1) time if not on hold for another patron.

Magazines

  • Magazines may be borrowed by persons who are in good standing and possess a valid New Providence Memorial Library card, a valid MUF library card or a valid MURAL library card.
  • Only the holder of a library card may borrow magazines.  No notes, letters or telephone calls will be accepted.  A library card or photo identification must be presented when items are borrowed.
  • Current issues of magazines may not be borrowed.
  • Other issues of magazines may be borrowed for twenty-eight (28) days.
  • All magazines may be renewed one (1) time if not on hold for another patron.

Approved May 20, 2008: Amended June 17, 2008: Revised September 21,2021

Sunlight to read by

Spring is sprouting with colorful blossoms and lingering evening sunlight. It's a great time to shake off the cold weather cobwebs and get outdoors.  

Take a walk to the library to check out a book, and use the natural light to read a little longer. You can browse our full catalog from anywhere. If you'll be out getting some exercise, try downloading an audiobook to keep you going. You can even stream music from Hoopla to add a little rhythm to your day. If you're suffering from cabin fever, the library is a great place to visit, no matter the weather. Come inside and be greeted with a smile from our welcoming staff, ask a librarian for help finding information or materials, or just pick your favorite nook to do some quiet reading or work.

There's so much to do at your local library. Mark down dates from our Calendar to add to yours. Join us!

 

Upcoming Events

May 25 03:00PM-Teen Take Out Box
May 26 10:00AM-Drop-in Play Fridays
May 26 03:45PM-Math Club
May 27 10:00AM-Crafterday
May 28 12:00AM-Library Closed

377 ELKWOOD AVENUE
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ 07974
908-665-0311