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The Best Little Library in Virginia

*Please note that our catalog, reached via the Books link, is hosted by ResourceMate, so this link will take you away from the the official Kibler Library website.

Policies

General Policies

Welcome to the Kibler Library! We hope that all members of our community enjoy their experiences in ‘the best little library in Virginia’ and benefit from the services we’re dedicated to offering. For the safety and welfare of all of our patrons, we ask you to follow the rules listed below. Thank you very much!

The Kibler Memorial Library is open to all members of the local community and visitors to the area.

​Books may be checked out for 4 weeks at a time. DVDs may be kept for 2 weeks at a time.

For the welfare and safety of all, the following activities are prohibited in the library:

  • Any activity in violation of federal, state, or local law
  • Disorderly behavior of any kind, including yelling, excessive noise, or running in the library
  • Use of cellular phones, audible pagers, audio equipment, or similar equipment that disturbs others (Note: earbuds are on sale at the library for $1.00 per pair.)
  • Abandonment of individuals, both adults and children who are unable to take care of themselves. A responsible adult must attend children under the age of 8.
  • Vandalizing or defacing library materials or property, including books, furniture, walls, computer equipment, or facilities
  • Removing library materials, equipment, or property from the building without proper checkout or authorization
  • Carrying firearms and dangerous weapons, unless in accordance with state law (Virginia Code 18.2-308)
  • Being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs or selling, using, or possessing of alcohol or illegal drugs
  • Verbally or physically threatening or harassing other patrons or staff, including staring, touching, or using offensive language
  • Soliciting or conducting surveys without library authorization
  • Using restrooms for bathing or shampooing
  • Any tobacco use in the library
  • Consuming food or beverages in the computer area
  • Bringing pets or animals, other than service animals, into the library
  • ​Not wearing shoes, a shirt, or clothing that provides appropriate coverage
  • Violating the Electronic Resources Policy, which states that computers, programs, and software must be used to access appropriate sites and not used for malicious, criminal, or untoward purposes

Library staff have the authority to intervene to stop prohibited activities and behaviors and request that any person or persons leave the premises at any time. Failure to comply with the library's established standards of acceptable behavior may result in removal from the building and/or the suspension of library privileges.

William “Bill” Kibler Memorial Library, Inc.
140 East Main Street
Stanley, Virginia 22851

540-778-1605

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Our Online Catalogue

You may now search the Kibler Library catalogue from your home or on the go! Click the Books button at the top of the page or go to https://16039.rmwebopac.com/.

In the catalog, you can search for items, see whether they are currently available for checkout, and find out what new books we’ve recently added to our collection.

In addition, you can login to your own account in order to see your circulation history, renew currently checked out books, check out new items, and even reserve items that are already checked out to another patron. (You do not need to login in to search the catalogue.)

To log in to your account, enter the number on the back of your Kibler Library card, the a 6-digit ID number under the barcode.

If you don't know your library card number or need any other help, please call the Kibler Library at 540-778-1605 for assistance.