Welcome to Cherokee County Public Library
So much to offer- books, computers, research, clubs, programming...
Welcome to Cherokee County Public Library
So much to offer- books, computers, research, clubs, programming...
Fine Free 2021
Library fines are swiftly becoming a thing of the past and CCPL will test this theory in 2021.
The library will eliminate fines on overdue books in 2021. This means you will no longer receive a daily fine on overdue items. You are still responsible for returning your items. A series of overdue reminders will be sent according to your contact preference. Library materials still have a two week check out period and can be renewed twice, except if the item is on reserve for another patron. After materials are 30 days overdue, they will be considered lost, and the patron will be charged a replacement cost. If the materials are returned in the same condition as when checked out, the replacement cost will be waived.
Access to libraries is one of the keys to improving literacy rates and the Cherokee County Public Library Board of Trustees and Director, Dana Carroll, feel that the weight of fines can drive some of our patrons away. We want to remove this barrier and encourage everyone to utilize all that the library has to offer. Communities are stronger and healthier when people have access to the programs, services, and materials they need. We hope this will encourage prior users to come back to the library as well as attract new users to explore what Cherokee County Public Library has to offer.
Cherokee County Public Library is open, but with restrictions.
These are the guidelines for the library at this time.
- The library will be practicing social distancing. Please respect others and stay six feet apart.
- There will be signs and tape to help with this.
- Only 6 people will be allowed in the computer lab at one time. You will be limited to one hour.
- We want our children back at the library; however, at this time toys and puzzles have been removed from the children’s area due to the risk of spreading germs.
- We are also providing the option to make a book appointment. Call the library with your list of books/audiobooks, and if those books are currently available we will set up a time for you to come in and get them.
- The conference room will remain closed to the public with exceptions.
- Some programming will be allowed to meet with approval, beginning with original programming that consists of small groups.
- Social distancing and masks are required to attend meetings.
If you are sick or have been around someone diagnosed with COVID-19, please remain at home until you are better.