Graves County Public Library serves the Mayfield-Graves County area and houses popular, up to date books, magazines, newspapers, audio books, movies and music CD's for loan to you. All you need is a library card.  The Library is equipped with the latest state-of-the-arts technology with 25 Internet computer workstations for public use.  The computers contain user-friendly software for creating letters, resumes, and spreadsheets.  You can explore the card catalog, link to medical or legal information, or take a class online.  If you are looking for a job or if you are a scrapbook enthusiast these links can get you started in the right direction.  Visit our Foyer Coffee Bar for a hot cup of coffee while you read the newspaper or a magazine.  The library also provides free Wireless Internet access for times when the library is closed or to use your own laptop at the library.  Genealogy researchers will find tools available to track your family's heritage, or you can just have fun browsing historical events of the past.  Children and teen computers are loaded with learning games, homework helpers, and games for fun.  Be a part of our Library Community.  Please visit the Graves County Public Library at 601 North 17th Street in Mayfield, Kentucky, or visit us any time online at www.gcpl.org.  The Library is handicapped accessible.  We have a world of information for you!   

The Library's Mission Statement:

     The Graves County Public Library is committed to providing the best materials and services possible to all residents of Graves County for their enjoyment, education, and enrichment.  The library fosters and promotes lifelong involvement in the pleasure of reading and learning with special emphasis on support for students at all academic levels.   We support the Library Bill of Rights and the Freedom to Read Statement. 

The Library's Vision:

The Graves County Public Library is committed to providing excellent service to our community, to meeting the needs to the best of our ability of library users, and making every library visit a pleasant and enjoyable one. 

Services Provided:     The Library provides current topics and titles of high-demand, high-interest in a variety of formats for all persons of all ages.  The Library provides general information that is timely, accurate, and useful for community residents.   

 Library Card Policy 

Anyone owning property or residing in Graves County may apply for a library card at the Graves County Public Library.  To get a card, please bring proof of address (such as an electric bill with your address on it), and a picture i.d., such as a driver's license when you come in to apply for a library card.  You must also have a second  reference's name, address and telephone number with you. That can be a neighbor or relative that doesn't live at your address. Your new library card is free and has your individual barcode on it.  You will be send a postcard with your name and address on it.  When you return the postcard to the library, your new library card will be waiting for you.  You may borrow only 3 books or magazines for the first three check out periods.  Your card will be punched those three times.  When you have completed three successful checkouts and returns, you may utilize all materials from the library.

Library policy requires that with your signature, you agree to the following:    I AGREE TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL MATERIALS BORROWED WITH THIS CARD AND FOR FINES AND FEES INCURRED, INCLUDING CHARGES FOR LOST AND DAMAGED MATERIALS.

For your own safety you are required to notify the library if your name or address changes.  If your library card is lost notify the library immediately to prevent possible unauthorized use and protect your records.  Your first card is free, but a $2.00 fee is charged for replacement of lost, stolen, or damaged cards.

Parent/Guardian of patron under the age of 18, here's your responsibility: I AGREE TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MATERIALS BORROWED BY THE ABOVE NAMED MINOR AND FOR FINES AND FEES INCURRED, INCLUDING CHARGES FOR LOST AND DAMAGED MATERIAL. I UNDERSTAND THAT THE LIBRARY DOES NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY CHILD'S CHOICE OF LIBRARY MATERIALS FROM EITHER ADULT OR CHILDREN'S BOOKS OR VIDEO RECORDING COLLECTIONS. I ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SELECTION OF MATERIALS MADE BY THIS PERSON.  

By signing your library card, you are agreeing to the conditions stated above.  Please be a responsible library user so that what is provided freely to you will be free to others.

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