F.A.Q.

How do I get a library card?

Any Thomaston resident is entitled to a free library card. A replacement fee of $1.00 is charged for a lost or damaged card. Simply complete a registration card at the adult or children's circulation desk. Your local library card may be used at any public library in Connecticut.

How long can I keep library materials?

Books (new books, fiction, non-fiction and audiobooks): 14 days
Music CDs: 14 days
Magazines: 7 days
Videos (VHS format): 7 days
DVDs:
- Popular Titles (Library Owned): 3 days
- Circuit Titles: 3 days
- Exercise, Travel, Foreign Film Collection: 7 days
- TV Series, Multi-Disc Series, Self-Help Collection: 14 days
- Children's Dept. (Library Owned): 7 days

What are the overdue fines?

The Thomaston Public Library does not charge overdue fines on late books, however patrons with overdue materials may donate to the Conscience Box. Fines of $1.00 per day are charged on late videos and DVDs up to a maximum of $3 per item.

Can borrowed items be renewed?

Books may be renewed for an additional four weeks in person or by telephone. Movies may not be renewed.

Can I reserve materials?

If a book is checked out to another patron, you may reserve it by submitting a request form at the adult circulation desk or by requesting it directly through our online public access catalog, either in the library or at home. You must have your library card available when requesting books through our online catalog. The library will notify you when the item is available. Movies (videos and DVDs) may not be reserved.

Can books from other libraries be obtained?

Yes, books owned by other libraries may be requested and borrowed through our online catalog, including the state-wide "Request" system, however, not all libraries loan all items.

What services are provided by this library?

The Thomaston Public Library offers a wide range of services and opportunities for personal and cultural enrichment. The library's collection includes more than 40,000 adult books and 20,000 children's books. Special collections include the Marjorie Conklin Collection of Art Books, the Allen C. Innes Collection of Books on Connecticut History and the Phyllis and Walt Robinson Women in History Collection.

Adult Services

Books, Newspapers, Magazines
Large print books
DVDs
Videocassettes
Books on Tape and CD
Music CDs
Reference and Research Assistance
Reader's Advisory Service
Computers for Public Use
Online public access catalogs
Online commercial databases
Internet Access
Adult Programs
Community Room
Special Displays

Children's Services

Board books
Picture books
Beginner books
Juvenile fiction and non-fiction
Reference books
Parent-Teacher books
Videocassettes
CDs and audiocassettes
Books on Tape and CD
Computers for public use
Special displays
Toys and games
Story Hours
Children's Programs