Frequently Asked Questions

• What do I need to obtain a library card?

To obtain a library card, please bring photo identification to the library.  If your ID does not have a Rindge address on it,  you will also need to provide proof of residence, property ownership, Rindge employment or attendance in school to verify your eligibility for a free card.

• Do you offer non-resident library cards? 
  

Non-resident cards are available for $15 for six months or $30 annually.

• Do you have public access computers?
  

We do have public access computers.  There are two on the main floor and one in the Children's Room.  There is also a laptop and two Chrome Books available for use in the library.   All computers have access to color printers.  The charge to print from a computer is $0.25 per page for black and white, and $1.00 per page for color

• Do you have Wi-Fi?
  

The library offers free Wi-Fi.  It is available in the library, and from the library grounds 24/7.

• Do you have Downloadable books?
  

The NH State Library offers all card holders access to a great collection of downloadable e-books and audio books.  The collection is at nh.overdrive.com.  You will need your library card number and password to access the collection.  Please call the library for your login credentials.

• Do you have museum passes?

Our Friends group provides museum passes for free or discounted admission.  The selection varies from year to year.  Please call the library to see what is available. 603-899-3303.

• How do I return my books and DVDs ? 
  

You may return your library materials at either service desk, or  via our book and media drops, which are available at all times.

• Do you have a fax machine and photocopier?
  

The library offers both a fax machine and a photocopier.
Faxes are $2.00 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page.  Faxes to toll-free numbers are free.
Photocopies are available for $0.10 per page for black and white copies. Full color copies are available at the service desk, and are $1.00 per page.

• Do you charge fines?
  

In order to ensure that all residents have equal access, we do not charge fines for late items.  We do charge for lost and damaged materials.  We reserve the right to limit access to our physical and electronic collection when there are overdue items on an account.

• Does the library offer more than books and computer access?

The library offers DVDs, audiobooks, puzzles, music CDs and magazines for adults and children, and even a telescope! We also offer seeds for your garden, cake pans, access to databases like EBSCO, NovelList and Ancestry.

• Can you get me books the library doesn't own?
  

We are happy to borrow books and other materials that we don't own through the Interlibrary Loan system.  Please speak with a librarian for help.

• Can I renew my own books or find out which books you own on-line?

You can browse our catalog at ingalls.bywatersolutions.com.  If you log into your account, you can renew your items, place holds, suggest items you would like us to purchase, or update your contact information.  If you need help logging into your account, please call us at 603-899-3303.

• Does your library have a Friends of the Library Group?
  

Yes!  And we would love to have you join it!  Stop by the library to fill out an application.

• Do you have a Facebook page?
  

​Yes.  You will find it at www.facebook.com/ingallslibrary/