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Hours of Operation
The Library is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 AM until 8:00 PM, Wednesday and Friday 9:30 until 5:00 PM, Saturday 9:30 AMuntil 5:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM to 2:00PM.
Internet Access and Training
The Library offers Internet access to the public. Unless otherwise posted the hours of operation are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9:30 AM to 7:45 PM Wednesday and Friday 9:30 AM to 4:45 PM. Saturday 9:30 AM to 4:45 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM to 1:45 PM. There are currently eleven terminals. We also offer Wireless Internet access.
Handicap Accessibility
The Library and computer stations are handicapped accessible. For those who are visually impaired the Library is equipped with a telesensory CCTV magnifying device, capable of enlarging material up to sixty times its normal size. We also have a sizable large print collection of current fiction and non-fiction works.
Inter-Library Loan
If we do not own a book which you may be seeking, we will attempt to borrow the material for you, from another library. You can fill out a request form at the circulation dask and our staff will contact the appropriate library.
Renewals
Books may be renewed by phone or in person. Books which are on reserve may not be renewed. Movies may not be renewed. The overdue fine for books is 10 cents per day, the overdue for videos is $2.00 per day.
Reserves
The library accepts reserve requests on high volume titles. The forms are available at the circulation desk. You may also reserve titles through the card catalog, ask at the Circulation Desk for instructions.
Movie Rentals
The Margate City Public Library maintains a collection available in VHS or DVD format. Movie rentals are for one night with the following exception: movies checked out on Saturday are due on Monday. They may however be returned on Sunday. Movies MUST be returned inside the library and not put in the book drop outside.
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