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1. What hours is the Roswell Public Library open?

The Roswell Public Library is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Senior hour is from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. to accommodate those most vulnerable to COVID-19. These hours are subject to change.  

We are offering additional services at this time:

Library on the Go: a concierge service, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday- Friday.  Call (575) 622-7101 to request books, music, DVDs or audio books and please have your library card in hand. Library staff will take your order, retrieve the items, check them out and deliver them to your vehicle on the east side of the Library.

Breeze Way Service: forms and information
Tax Forms, Library Card Application Form, and Take and Make educational activities. 

Wi-Fi: available from the Library parking lot 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.  Access information is posted at the Library entrance.

Online Resources: Overdrive, Tumblebooks, Newspapers, and informational databases are offered germ free and online.  Please call the Library at 575 622-7101 for assistance on accessing these services.

2. How do I renew my materials?

You can renew materials by visiting our online catalog, calling the Circulation Desk (575) 622-7101 or using our self-checkout machines.

3. How do I get a library card?

To get a library card you will need to fill out the Roswell Public Library's card application. You will need a photo i.d. and a proof of residence in Roswell or Chaves County. If your driver's license is current, that will work for both your photo i.d. and proof of residence. Children under 14 will need a parent or guardian to apply for a card.

4. How can I gain access to the public Internet computers?

If you have a valid library card you can stop by the Internet sign up desk to reserve a terminal. If you are not a resident of Roswell you may request a guest pass. Users that are under the age of 18 will need a parent or guardians permission to access the Internet. Use is limited to one sign-in per day.

5. How do l reserve a book?

You can place a hold on an item that is currently held in the library by calling the Reference Desk, going to the Roswell Public Library's online catalog, or stopping by the Reference Desk in person.