Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I get a library card?

• To register for a library card, please come to the main circulation desk.
• You will need to show us a photo I.D. and proof of your current address.
• High school students must show their student I.D.
• If your I.D. does not have your current address, you will need to bring in something that has your name and new address to show proof of residency. For example, a bill, checks, a lease, or a letter that has gone through the mail
• We will ask you to fill out a registration card.

I recently moved - how can I update my address?

• Bring in proof of your new address to the main circulation desk and ask the librarian to update your record.

Do I have to be a Salem resident in order to get a library card at the Salem Public Library?

• No. A patron card will be issued to any user requesting one without regard to city of residence if they do not already have a public library card currently in the NOBLE system.
• You may only have one public library card in the NOBLE system.

May I use my Salem Public Library card at other libraries?

• Your library card may be used in any NOBLE library.

What are your loan rules? What are the fines on overdue items?

• You must have your library card or a picture I.D. to check out any materials.

  ADULT MATERIAL		LOAN PERIOD		RENEWALS*		OVERDUE FINES		MAXIMUM FINE PER ITEM
  Magazines**	2 Weeks	2 Times	$.10 per day	$4.00
  Books	2 Weeks	2 Times	$.20 per day	$10.00
  Audiobooks	2 Weeks	2 Times	$.20 per day	$10.00
  Musical CDs	2 Weeks	2 Times	$.20 per day	$10.00
  Videos/DVDs	1 Week	2 Times	$2.00 per day	$10.00

  * We cannot renew items that have been requested by another patron.
  **Current issues of magazines are for in-library use only and are located in the Reading Room.

Are there any limits on the number of items I can check out at one time?

• The only limit is 8 movies (Videos and/or DVDs) from our library checked out on your account at any one time. Otherwise, there is no limit to the number of items that you may check out.

How can I renew items?

• Materials may be renewed at the library, by phone, or over the Internet using a PIN.
• Phone renewals require your library card number and/or the barcode number of each item you wish to renew.

I need to get a PIN (personal identification number). How do I do this?

• You may request a PIN for your library account at the Circulation Desk. This will allow you to access your account through a library catalog computer or at www.noblenet.org.
• Once you enter your library card number and PIN you will be able to view your record, renew items, and place requests for materials.

Do you have a book drop?

• Our after-hours book drop is located to the right of our main entrance and can only be seen when the wooden doors are closed.
• Items returned in our book drop before we open will be treated as if they were returned the previous day.