Library Services

Check Out

• Books, audio books, magazines, DVDs, kits, and book bundles.

• E-books and e-audio books on the Oklahoma Virtual Library

In-House Use

• Newspapers: The Chickasha Express Star, Oklahoman, and the Wall Street Journal

• Current issues of magazines

• Print reference books

• Power outlets

• WiFi

Equipment and Services

• Internet accessible computers: Free

• Printer: 15¢ per page for black and white and $1.00 per page for color. Wireless printing is not available at this time. To print a document from your phone, email the document to chickashapubliclibraryprinting@gmail.com and we will print it for you when you come to pick it up. Printing emails will be kept for three days.

• Copy machine: 15¢ per page for black and white and $1.00 per page for color.  Payment can be made by either cash or check.

• Fax: $1 per page to send or receive a fax.

• Notary: Free. A notary is available from 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. Please bring a photo ID and make sure the document is not signed so that the notary can witness the signature.

• Scanner: Free.

Meeting Rooms

The Library has two rooms available for public use. The large Meeting Room is available by reservation, even during hours when the Library isn’t open.

• There is a $50 fee for 4 hours, and a $100 for 8 hours. Payment can be made by either cash or check.

• Please see the Meeting Room Policy for further information.

A small Conference Room is available by reservation when the Library is open. The Conference Room seats 8-10 people and includes a whiteboard and power outlets.

• No fee for use

Genealogy

A collection of print research materials, including information about Chickasha and Grady County, family histories, yearbooks, and city directories, is available for use while in the Library. The Chickasha Newspaper Collection is available online through the Gateway to Oklahoma History.

Interlibrary Loan

If the Library does not own the item you want, we will try to borrow it for you at no cost from another library.

Tax Forms

Every year at tax time, the Library receives a supply of U. S. tax forms for free distribution through April 15th. The government is encouraging everyone to e-file. All forms and instructions are available on the IRS website.

How to Get a Library Card

The Chickasha Public Library will issue a free library card with borrowing privileges to any individual four years of age or older who lives, works, or attends school in Grady County, or who has a Grady County mailing address. Those who reside outside of Grady County may purchase a borrower’s card for $25 annually. The replacement charge for a lost card is 50¢. Payment can be made by either cash or check.

Identification

Each person requesting a card must show an official photo ID, such as a state ID, passport, driver’s license, school, military, or tribal ID, and proof of a current Grady County mailing address. In the case of a child, a parent’s or legal guardian’s ID will be required. Persons must present their library card or photo ID to borrow materials.

Library Materials

Circulating items may be checked out for two weeks, and may be renewed twice unless others are waiting. Renewals may be made in person, by telephone, or by signing in to an individual account on the Library’s webpage. E-books may be downloaded for either 7 or 14 days. Magazines may be checked out for two weeks, except for the current issue, which must be used in the Library. Newspapers are to be used in the Library.

E-books are available through the Oklahoma Virtual Library (also available on the Libby app) and check out for either 7 or 14 days. Virtual items are automatically deleted from the device when they are due and do not accrue fines.

Material requests can be made for items that the Library does not have. Requests may be either purchased or borrowed from another library.

Extended Use Fees

Extended Use Fees are 20¢ per day per item, excluding Sundays and holidays, and begin after a three-day grace period. No Fee is charged for an item due on a Saturday if it is deposited in the book slot before Monday morning’s opening time. Extended Use Fees accumulate on each overdue item until the item is returned, until the Library is informed that it is lost and it is paid for, or the item is 90 days overdue at which time it will be considered lost. Payment can be made by either cash or check.

No person may check out materials if their total amount owed exceed $6.00. In lieu of paying an Extended Use Fee, a person may volunteer for assigned tasks at the Library. For every one hour volunteered, the Library will reduce the Extended Use Fee balance by $7.00. Volunteer schedules must be mutually agreed upon by the staff and the customer. Children under ten years of age must be accompanied by a parent and may not volunteer for more than one hour at a time.

Lost or Mutilated Materials

If Library materials are lost or damaged beyond repair, the person is charged the cost of the item plus a $5 processing fee in addition to any Extended Use Fee owed. If a damaged item can be repaired, it will be done at no cost. No refunds will be given for lost material payments. Any person who willfully and intentionally destroys library materials will be banned from checking out materials for one year.

Amnesty

The Library may have amnesty periods from time to time.

Virtual Cards

Virtual cards also are available to any individual four years of age or older who lives, works, or attends school in Grady County, or who has a Grady County mailing address. Virtual cards can not check out physical items, but they give access to the Library’s virtual material, including ebooks through the Oklahoma Virtual Library, as well as the databases and resources on the Library’s website. Please allow 24 hours (excluding Saturdays) for library staff to process virtual card applications.

• Adult Virtual Card Application

• Student Virtual Card Application 

More Information

• Chickasha Public Library Circulation Policy

Computers

The Library has computers with Internet access for adults, teens, and children, as well as an extended use computer for job searching. There are also two 15 minute computers available for quick tasks. Adults and teens are allowed one hour of computer time per day. To use a computer, sign up with staff at the circulation desk.

Printing is available for 15 cents per page in black and white, or $1.00 per page in color. Payment can be made by either cash or check. Scanning is available at no charge.

The children's area (for ages 12 and younger) includes both Internet-accessible computers, and computers with preloaded educational games.

Free Wireless Access

You may bring your laptop or device to access the wireless service. The Library's wifi network is available 24 hours a day and can also be accessed outside the building.

General Rules for Library Internet Use

"No one may view graphic pornography. The Oklahoma Statutes, O. S. 21 §1040.76, prohibit
displaying material which is harmful to minors in such a way that minors, as a part of the invited
general public, will be exposed to view such material."

• Chickasha Public Library Computer/Internet Policy (2023)

• 21 OK Stat § 21-1040.76 (2021)

Meeting Rooms

The Chickasha Public Library has a large meeting room and a conference room available for use. Either may be reserved by calling the Library at (405) 222-6075.

To reserve, we will need this information:

• Name of group

• Date of meeting

• Beginning and ending time

• Size of group

• Name and phone number of a contact person

There is no charge for non-profit groups.

The charge for private individuals and for-profit groups is $50 for four hours and $100 for 8 hours. Payment can be made by either cash or check. 

• Meeting Room Policy

Availability and Reservations

Meeting Room

The Meeting Room will hold around 100 people about 70 at tables. There are 10 tables and 100 chairs are available for use. Other equipment includes a large-screen TV with a DVD player, a pull-down screen, kitchenette for light refreshments, microwave, and refrigerator.

The Meeting Room calendar shows available days and times. Reservation requests can be made by filling out the form below, in person, or by phone.

• Request Meeting Room Reservation

Conference Room

The Conference Room will seat 8-10 people around a large table. It is appropriate for small boards or committees.

Please note the Conference Room is only available during Library hours. Reservation requests can be made by filling out the form below, in person, or by phone.

• Request Conference Room Reservation

Tornado Policy for Chickasha Public Library

In the event that a tornado outbreak is forecast, all meetings/activities, both Library sponsored and privately reserved, will be canceled for safety purposes because this building does not have a storm shelter.

In the event of a tornado warning, staff will escort all unaccompanied children to the Conference Room, which is an interior room without windows. Adults will be invited to follow the staff. Those who decline to come into the Conference Room must leave the building.