Our Collections
The St. Albans Public Library has something for everyone. Our diverse materials include books, movies, music, and more. We also offer a variety of programs and services for all ages.
Sign up for a library card today and explore the possibilities!
Adults
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Youth
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Our Collections for
Adults
Explore our library’s collection of books, music, movies, and more. We offer many events throughout the year, like our monthly Classic Movie Night and fun book clubs. You’ll find that our library is so much more than just books!
Museum Passes
Check out our amazing selection of passes to museums, recreation centers, and other venues throughout Vermont.
Non-Traditional Items
Check out non-traditional items for items you can check out that are beyond books.
Library Materials for Adults
Borrowing Limits
Overdue Fees
Our Collections for
Youth
Our Youth Room is on the library’s second floor and houses an extensive collection of materials appropriate for small children and young adults. A wonderland of books, toys, games, and puzzles. Stop in and discover the excitement of reading and learning.
Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy a traditional story time every Thursday at 10:30 am.
This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and caregivers. Infants are welcome.
Youth Events
Whether it’s reading time in the youth room or music and movement we have plenty of fun events for youth at the library.
Music and Movement
The library is a great place to learn, explore and make new friends! Sing, dance, and reveal your inner musician on Monday’s Music and Movement. Infants welcome!
Library Materials for Youth
Borrowing Limits
Overdue Fees
CIRCULATION POLICIES
Circulation Policies
- New Adult Fiction – 2 Weeks (1 renewal)
- New Non Fiction – 3 Weeks
- Regular Fiction/Non Fiction – 3 Weeks
- Magazines (non current) – 3 Weeks
- Audio – 3 Weeks
- DVDs – 1 Week
- Bags – 3 Weeks
- Museum Pass -1 Day (no renewal)
- Non-Traditional Items – 1 week (unless noted)
Materials may be renewed by phone or using our online Library Catalog unless they are on hold. Materials may be returned in the drop box when the library is closed.
Overdue Fees
Museum Pass: $5/day ($50 maximum), Non-traditional item: $5/day ($50 maximum)
A replacement cost may be charged for any lost or damaged item.
LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP
Adult Membership
St. Albans City & Town: Free, two-year renewal requires completing an application and furnishing proof of residency with two forms of ID. Cards expire two years from the date of issue.
Non- Resident Seniors over 65: Free for residents of Franklin/Grand Isle Counties
Non-Resident: $30.00, Out-of-town residents may join the library upon completing an application, providing current mailing address, and paying $30.00 fee. Cards expire one year from date of issue and may be used by any member of the patron’s family residing at the same address.
Proof of Residency required with current address and telephone number on application.
Lost Card Replacement: $2.00.
Youth Membership
St. Albans City and Town children (whose parent/guardian has a valid library card), over five years of age are eligible for a library card free of charge. It is our policy to require the signature of a parent or legal guardian for all cards issued to patrons less than 12 years of age. Written permission is also required for children under 12 wishing to access the internet.
Proof of Residency required with current address and telephone number on application.
Lost Card Replacement: $2.00.
Library Materials For Adults
- Books – Fiction, Non-fiction, Large Print
- Audiobooks (CDs & Playaways)
- DVDs
- Periodicals
- Newspapers
- Non-traditional Items
- Museum Passes
Online Library Services
The Saint Albans Free Library is proud to provide our community with the following online resources.
Library Materials for Kids & Teens
- Books – Fiction and Non-Fiction
- Audiobooks on CD
- Picture Books with CDs
- Playaways
- DVDs
- Graphic novels
- Periodicals
- Theme Bags
- Computers
Borrowing Limits for Adults
- 8 Hardcover Books (2 new)
- 6 Magazines
- 4 Audio (CDs & Playaways)
- 5 DVDs
- 1 Theme Bag
- 1 Museum Pass
- 1 Non-Traditional Item
Borrowing Limits for Youth
- 10 Picture Books
- 8 Hardcover (2 new)
- 6 Magazines
- 4 Audio (CDs & Playaways)
- 5 DVDs
Overdue Fees
- Museum Pass: $5/day ($50 maximum)
- Non-traditional Item: $5/day ($50 maximum)A replacement cost may be charged for any lost or damaged item.
Overdue Fees
- Museum Pass: $5/day ($50 maximum)
- Non-traditional Item: $5/day ($50 maximum)A replacement cost may be charged for any lost or damaged item.