Little Falls Public Library

LITTLE FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
8 Warren St. Little Falls, NJ 07424
973.256.2784

Regular Hours
Monday - Thursday
10 - 9 pm
Friday 10 - 5 pm
Saturday 10 - 3 pm
Sunday Closed
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Summer Hours
June - August
Monday - Thursday
10 - 9 pm
Friday 10 - 3 pm
Saturday & Sunday Closed

F.A.Q.

What is the mission of the Little Falls Public Library? When is the library open? Where is the library located? How can I get a library card? Where can I use my Little Falls Library Card? What is PALSPlus? What is PALS? Does the library accept donations? Does the library provide Internet Access? Does the library provide exam proctoring? Can I distribute material at or through the library?

What is the mission of the Little Falls Public Library? The mission of the Little Falls Public Library is to provide resources and services that encourage literacy and enrich the community by opening doors to the lifelong enjoyment of learning.
When is the library open? Regular Hours are: Monday through Thursday from 10am to 9pm Friday 10am to 5pm Saturday 10 am to 3pm Summer Hours (Memorial Day through Labor Day) are: Monday through Thursday from 10am to 9pm Friday 10am to 3pm
Closed Holidays: 2008 New Year’s Day Martin Luther King Day President’s Day Easter Weekend Memorial Day Weekend Labor Day Weekend	Columbus Day Veteran’s Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas Day New Year’s Eve
Where is the library located? The library sits on the corner of Stevens Avenue and Warren Street, one block up Stevens from the center of town, opposite Little Falls School #1. Its mailing address is 8 Warren Street, Little Falls, New Jersey, 07424.
How can I get a library card? Please note that while individuals may qualify for more than one library card, PALS Plus permits only one library card per person in its system. It is recommended that individuals sign up and use their resident card as it will provide greater access to services. Residents of Little Falls – or those who own real property in Little Falls -- may apply for a library card in person, at the library. Proof of residency (or ownership) is required. Minors (under 18 years of age) must have a parent or guardian present to sign their application and present appropriate identification. Non-Residents who work or attend school (k-12) in Little Falls may apply for a courtesy card. Proof of employment or enrollment along with proof of current address is required. A courtesy card is good for 1 year. Other non-residents may purchase a card for $50 per year. Examples of acceptable proof: Residency: valid driver's license utility bill showing mailing address & 2nd ID with matching name Employment letter from Little Falls employer business card with Little Falls address pay stub from Little Falls employer Enrollment student ID from a school (K-12) located in Little Falls letter from Little Falls school where minor is enrolled Ownership of real property Little Falls property tax bill top
Where can I use my Little Falls Library Card? Little Falls Paid and Courtesy cards are only good at the Little Falls Public Library. Resident cards are accepted at all public libraries in Passaic County as well as the public libraries of Cedar Grove and Caldwell. Residents over the age of 19 can also use their cards at: Montclair State University William Paterson University Passaic County Community College Berkeley College Click here for a list of libraries accepting Little Falls Resident Cards through northern New Jersey’s Open Borrowing Agreement. Note: You must have a “green sticker” on your library card When visiting another library you are bound by all rules and regulations of the lending library. You may be asked for a second form of identification in addition to your Little Falls Library card before you can check out material, or be limited in the type of material you can check out.
What is PALSPlus? PALSPlus is the Computer Consortium of Passaic County Libraries. It maintains our computer network as well as provides member libraries with a shared database of users and holdings. PALSPlus members now extend beyond Passaic County and currently include 3 libraries in Essex County.
What is PALS? PALS, the Passaic County Library System, is a group of public and academic libraries in Passaic that works together to enhance library service through the county. PALS receives an annual stipend from the Passaic County Freeholders that assists the libraries in sharing their resources.
Does the library accept donations? The Little Falls Public Library welcomes gifts of new and used books, audio recordings, videos, and similar materials. Items will be added to the collection in accordance with the selection policy of the library. Once donated, items become the property of the Little Falls Public Library and may be given to other libraries and non-profit agencies, sold, traded, or discarded if they are not added to the collection. Pick up is not available; all items must be brought to the library. Donated items will not be returned to the donor and the library will not accept any item that is not an outright gift. The library also reserves the right to decide when a gift added to the collection must be withdrawn. The library may only acknowledge receipt of donated items at the time of donation. A written listing of the donation must also be furnished to the library at the time of donation. It is the donor’s responsibility to establish fair market value or obtain expert assistance in establishing any value. Because of space limitations and disposal difficulties the library staff will not accept: dirty, damaged, damp or moldy items Reader's Digest condensed books or text books Encyclopedias over 10 years old, partial sets of encyclopedias, or series books. Monetary gifts, bequests, and memorial or honorary contributions are particularly welcome. Funds donated will be used to purchase items in accordance with the selection policy of the library. Books, videos, and other materials purchased with bequests and memorial or honorary contributions will be identified with special donor plates whenever possible. If requested, notification of memorial or honorary contributions will be sent to the family of the person being recognized. Suggestions for subject areas or other areas of interest are welcome and will be followed to the extent possible. Acceptance of donations of equipment, real estate, stock, artifacts works of art, collections, etc will be determined by the library board based on their suitability to the purposes and needs of the library, laws and regulations that govern ownership of the gift, and the library’s ability to cover insurance and maintenance costs associated with the donation. Items received by the library without the director’s prior approval will be considered unsolicited donations. The library accepts no responsibility for unsolicited donations and is under no obligation to these donors. top
Does the library provide Internet Access? The library provides computers for on site access to the Internet and is a WiFi area for those who wish to use their own equipment. Use of Non-Library Equipment: Personal appliances, such as computers, cassette players, and calculators, may be used if the noise level is low and use does not interfere with others. Because of the lack of outlets and safety concerns all appliances should be battery-powered. Portable telephones and pagers should be turned off or switched to a non-audible signal and should be answered outside the library
Does the library provide exam proctoring? While the library sees itself as both a center for independent learning and a support center for formal education the proctoring of examinations places very specific demands on staff time and library space. Both of these resources being limited the library may not be able to accommodate proctoring as frequently as it would like. Students seeking this service must speak with the director at least 1 month prior to the examination date. Exams will only be scheduled during hours that the library is open to the public, and within the proctor’s regular work schedule. No more that 2 courses per academic period will be scheduled for a single individual. Students are responsible for notifying their institution and for making any necessary arrangements. On-line exams cannot be accommodated. There will be no charge for proctoring, and preference will be given to Little Falls residents.
Can I distribute material at or through the library? Limited display space is available for community organizations to disseminate information. Posters and flyers displayed may be no larger than 8½ inches by 14 inches. Personal or commercial advertisements will not be posted. Items may be displayed for a maximum of one month. Library staff will remove items that have expired or that have been posted for one month. Items removed will be discarded; library staff cannot return posters and flyers that have been displayed. Items that may be distributed include flyers, brochures, leaflets, newspapers, and pamphlets that provide information about local non-profit civic, educational, cultural, or recreational organizations and events. Materials that promote programs or projects of a personal or commercial nature may not be distributed in the library. Items may be distributed for as long as they are valid. If space becomes limited, preference will be given to items of a timely nature and to organizations or groups that have not recently distributed items. Literature related to political campaigns will not be distributed. All items for posting or distribution must be presented to the library director for approval; library staff will first date and then post or place items in the information rack. Distribution or posting of items by the library does not indicate endorsement of the issues, events, or services promoted by those materials. Items left or posted without approval will be removed and discarded. top