How do I renew my library books?
You can renew your books by visiting norrispubliclibrary.org, selecting My Account, and signing in with your library card and PIN. Call the library if you have any trouble at 828-287-3520 ext 3.
FAQ Topic: Library FAQs
Does the library accept donations?
Norris Library always accepts monetary donations as well as books for children and teens! Call us at 828-287-3520 ext 3 to inquire about donating other materials, as our ability to accept them depends on available space.
Do you provide fax service?
We do provide fax service. The cost is $1.00 per sheet.
May I use my library card at the other libraries in the county?
You may use your library card at all the libraries in Rutherford County except for Isothermal Community College Library. You may also use your card at any library in the state that participates in the NC Cardinal system.
Do you have a notary public?
We do not have a notary public at this time.
Do you make copies for the public?
We make copies for ten cents a sheet or twenty cents a sheet for color copies. If the copy is from library materials, it is five cents a sheet for black and white or twenty cents a sheet for color. Copies off of the internet computers are twenty cents a sheet. Items copied will be … Continued
Do you have public internet access?
We have public internet computers available for use. We also have wireless access if you bring your own device in with you. The wireless also picks up outside of the library.
How do I access ebooks?
Library patrons with a valid library card from the Foothills Consortium (formerly known as the CMC Consortium) are eligible to use the North Carolina Digital Library. The North Carolina Digital Library is the library’s main resource for eBooks and eAudiobooks for adults. The NC Kids’ Digital Library provides access to materials appropriate for elementary school aged children … Continued
How do I place a hold on a book or other item?
When you find an item you wish to check out, you can place a hold by logging into your account on the NC Cardianl Website with your library card number and pin. The exception to this would be for new books. You may also call the library at 828-287-3520 to request the item be held … Continued
How do I find out if you have a specific book?
Books, audio-visuals, and even E-books can be located by searching the NC Cardinal website. The NC Cardinal website allows patrons to search for items at Norris Library, all the libraries in Rutherford County, and the other libraries that participate in NC Cardinal. You may also limit the search to specific locations.