Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a library card?

The Canajoharie Library is part of the Mohawk Valley Library System. All libraries in the Mohawk Valley Library System require a barcoded library card in order to check out materials. You may obtain a library card at the library with a valid photo ID (driver's licence, Benefit Card, Passport, etc.) There is no charge for a library card, however if a replacement card is issued the fee is $1.00

Once you have obtained your library card you may use it at any Mohawk Valley Library System library in Fulton, Montgomery, Schoharie, and Schenectady county.

How long do I get to keep library materials?

Books may be kept for 28 days. An overdue fee of $.10/day is applied to items returned late.

New Books may be kept for 14days. An overdue fee of $.25/day is applied to items returned late.

Magazines may be kept for 7 days.

Audio Books may be kept for 14 days. An overdue fee of $.25/day is applied to items returned late.

Music CD's may be kept for 14 days. An overdue fee of $.25/day is applied to items returned late.

VHS & DVD's (limit of 3 movies at a time) may be kept for 7 days. An overdue fee of $1.00/day is applied to items returned late.

Software may be kept for 7 days. An overdue fee of $1.00/day is applied to items returned late.

How do I renew items I have out?

All materials may be renewed with the exception of New Books, and items with a waiting list. Renewals may be made in person, by telephone (have your library card number ready) or from your home computer by accessing your record through the library catalog.

Can I get an item from another library sent to Canajoharie?

Inter-library loan requests may be placed in person at the library, or from home through our online catalog. Materials outside of the Mohawk Valley Library System may also be available with special arrangements by the Librarian.

Do I have to return my items to the Canajoharie Library?

No! You can return items to any library within the Mohawk Valley Library System.

Do you accept donations of books?

Yes! Much of our collection is comprised of donated books, movies, and music. We accept any book, music, or movie in good condition with the exception of: Reader's Digest condensed books, text books, multi-volume encyclopedias, and magazines. We also except gently used popular board games for our children's and teens collection.

Who buys the books, and how do I recommend one?

Library materials are selected by the librarian with the assistance of a Book Selection Committee who meet monthly. If you have a title you think the library should own, submit a comment card to the librarian and she/he will evaluate if it would fit into our collection. Patrons may also choose to Adopt-A-Book to add to the library collection.

What do I need to do to present a program at the library?

If you have a program that you think people in the community may be interested in and would like to present it at the library, contact the librarian at 518-673-2314 x107 to propose your program. If you are looking to rent space in the museum to hold a presentation information may be found on the museum's website.

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