Check Out FAQs
How do I get a library card?
See the Library Card FAQs page
How long do items check out?
| Item | Check-out Time |
| Books | 28 days |
| New Books | 14 days |
| Adult Audiocassette Books | 14 days |
| Children Audiocassette Books (limit 5) | 14 days |
| Books on CD (limit 5) | 14 days |
| Videos & DVDs (limit 5 of each) | 7 days |
| Adult Collection Magazines | 14 days |
| Teen & Children Magazines | 28 days |
| Pamphlets | 28 days |
| Puppets (limit 1) | 14 days |
| Interlibrary Loan (no renewals) | 14 days |
How much are overdue fines?
The fine for most overdue items is $.10 per day/per item. However, the fine for an overdue interlibrary loan item is $.25 per day/per item.
What other fines/fees does the library charge?
| Non-Pocatello City resident library card per year | $45 |
| Lost or non-repairable damaged item (hard cover book, magazine, paperback) |
full cost |
| One broken/destroyed audiobook cassette or audiobook CD |
$15 |
| More than one broken/destroyed audiobook cassette or audioCD |
full cost |
Does the library have a book drop?
Yes, two book drops are available on the north side (Center St.) of the library. If the book drops are full, please bring items inside. Do not leave items on top of or next to the book drops.
Will the library hold a book for me?
Yes, items checked out may be placed on hold at any catalog computer in the library or from the library's website. See the library Catalog and Catalog Help. Items that the library doesn’t own may be borrowed through Interlibrary Loan (ILL).
Can I renew my materials?
Yes, most items can be renewed for one additional checkout. Items on hold for another patron may not be renewed. To renew by phone, have your library card ready and call the library at 232-1263 ext. 21 or visit My Account and My Account Help.