Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the main library, and where are the library branches?
Go to the ACPL homepage at http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/ and click on Locations, then choose the library you wish to locate.

How can I directly dial in to the library’s website?
Directions are available at http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/dialup/. Also, each library has a brochure that leads you step-by-step through the process.

Does the library still have Dial-a-Story?
No, this service has been discontinued.

Does the library check out audiovisual equipment?
Yes. Contact the Art, Music, and Audiovisual Department at (260) 421-1210 to schedule use of AV equipment. This service is free.

What kind of computers do you have for patrons to use?
All of our Internet-accessible computers are PCs with Windows XP and Microsoft Office. The library also has Macintosh G4s with Appleworks and a variety of children’s educational software. Contact your nearest library to schedule use of the computers.

Can I get tax preparation help at the library?
Yes. For a list of libraries that offer tax help, go to http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/bus/taxes.html.

How do I get a job at the library?
You can pick up and return an application at any library. For a list of library jobs, go to http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/hr/index.html or call our Jobline at (260) 421-1230.

How do I find a zip code?
The U.S. Postal Service provides this service. Point your browser to http://www.usps.com/ncsc/lookups/lookup_zip%2b4.html and fill in the address. You may also call the library’s Business and Technology Department at (260) 421-1215.

How do I find a phone number?
Use the Reference USA database, located on ACPL’s E-Resources page, available from the ACPL homepage, http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/.
You may also call the library’s Business and Technology Department at (260) 421-1215.

What happens to old equipment that is no longer used by the library?
Patrons can purchase used equipment through silent auctions, which are held periodically at the main library.

Can I donate books and other materials to the library?
Yes. The library accepts donations of books except for the following: magazines, Reader’s Digest condensed books, textbooks or encyclopedias which are older than 10 years, or books damaged by mold, water, insects, or damaged beyond repair. Please donate only one or two bags or boxes of books at a time. You may receive a receipt for tax purposes, if you like.