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Forget to return a book on time? No problem.

The library is conducting a trial Overdue Fine Forgiveness period from April 20th until October 20th, 2013. Fines will still appear on your account until waived at the Orange Beach desk. We can only waive fines for Orange Beach cards.

Technology Help

New (and not so new) technologies can be great tools or a huge source of frustration. We want to make sure you have the information you need to begin enjoying the possibilities of your new electronic world.
The library offers help in the form of :
    * Technology Classes - 1 hour group classes held in the Meeting Room
    * Book-a-Librarian - 30 minute individual appointments to answer specific questions

Technology Classes

Our Technology classes are designed for beginning to intermediate computer users. Because these classes are held in our Meeting Room (not the computer lab), you are encouraged to bring your own laptop if you would like to practice during class.

No registration is necessary for fall classes, but winter classes (January, February & March) require registration.

Friends of the Library

The Friends of the Orange Beach Public Library is a volunteer, non-profit organization, whose efforts are directed towards promoting increased interest and involvement in the library.

Friends scheduled events are designed to foster public support for the development of services for the library through financial contributions. Donations are made to the library based on the “wish list” of the staff.

Meetings & Membership

Meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month at 10a.m. in the meeting room of the library.

Orange Beach Public Library Board of Trustees - Meeting Minutes

October 7, 2009

Chair Karen Clark called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.  Those in attendance were Karen Clark, Suzanne Laurier, Carol McCracken, Bonnie Lee and Andie Mewbourn.

The May 6, 2009 and September 2, 2009 minutes were approved as read.

The September financial reports, as attached, were presented by Bonnie Lee.

Library Board

Library Board Members

Karen Clark, Chair  (term expires February 2010)
Kevin Lanford, Vice Chair  (term expires April 2010)
Suzanne Laurier, Secretary  (term expires July 2013)
Carol McCracken, Treasurer  (term expires April 2013)
Tony Kennon, City Council Liason  (term expires February 2010)

Board Meeting Minutes

Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 9-6
Wednesday, Thursday: 9-8
Saturday: 9-3
Sunday closed

Computer labs close 15 minutes before the library closes.
Wireless Internet is available outside the library 24/7.

To view our holiday closings, click here.

Computer Classes

These classes are designed for beginning to intermediate computer users. Because these classes are held in our Meeting Room (not the computer lab), you are encouraged to bring your own laptop if you would like to practice during class.
No registration is necessary for fall classes, but winter classes (January, February & March) require registration. Click the Read More link to view our current schedule.

Meeting Room Use

Meeting Room Policy



Approved by the Library Board January 5, 2006

PURPOSE



In keeping with the Library's mission to offer a welcoming place for community interactions, library meeting rooms are available for use by community groups for informational, educational or cultural meetings and programs when not needed for library purposes. Use of the library meeting rooms does not imply endorsement by the library staff or Library Board of the viewpoints presented.

Become a Member

  1. Any person who can furnish a local address and local telephone number may apply for a regular library card at no charge.
  2. Members need not be full time residents of Baldwin County to be eligible for library cards. Temporary residents must furnish permanent addresses and telephone numbers as well as those for local residences. Visiting patrons must provide identification and proof of permanent mailing address.
  3. To apply for a library card, applicants must fill out and sign an application form and present in person at the library either a valid driver’s license or passport
  4. To qualify for a regular or temporary resident card, one of the following additional items demonstrating a local address is required: P.O. Box receipt, condo rental receipt, utility bill, voter registration, personalized check or mail which has been delivered to applicant.
  5. Children may apply for library cards as soon as they are able to sign the application form. Children and the parent or guardian must appear in person to fill out and sign an application (see 3. above). The Parent/Guardian of minor children will be held responsible for any damaged, lost or overdue materials checked out on the child’s card.


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