Toole County Library - Shelby

Toole County Library boasts a number of print and non-print materials and services to best meet the community and surrounding areas' educational and recreational needs. We offer books, CD's, DVD's, and periodicals for check out as well as internet access stations, printing, and faxing services.

Library Board Members

Emily McDermott

Dan Waters

Colleen Lee

Kailie Nolan

Adele Benjamin

Library Director: Heidi Alford

Library Staff: Sherri Lackey

Tanner Dean

Library Board Meetings are held on the 3rd Friday of each month at noon.

Toole County Library has been serving our community and the surrounding area since it's inception in 1947. Since then we've been located to our own building and have been granted a number of amazing artifacts and collections to display a piece of the history of Montana. Most notably, our Vic S. Day Collection that was donated by Mr. Day and his family in 1960.

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General Policies

Toole County Library strives to welcome all patrons and provide a positive atmosphere to all. As such any disruptive behavior is discouraged. Also any activity which interferes with the rights of other patrons using the library or could cause injury to oneself, others, or library property is unacceptable.

All Toole County Library policies and procedures may be viewed via the button at the bottom of this page.

How can I get a library card?

To obtain a library card, simply visit our location with a valid ID. Our staff will be happy to assist you in the process. Children under the age of 14 are eligible for a library card at our location with a parent or guardian.

How long can I check out a book, CD, movie, or periodical?

You can check out books, CD’s, DVD’s, VHS’s, and periodicals for 4 weeks. You may also renew them if there is no one else waiting for those items after the 4 week period is up. Renewals may be made over the phone (406-424-8345) or in person.

Can rural schools or home schools use library material?

Rural and home school teachers may check out materials for use on a 6 week borrowing schedule. Overdue fines will not be charged. Schools are responsible for the replacement of lost or damaged materials.

Can I have an item held?

A hold may be placed on any item in circulation. Items must be picked up within 72 hours of notification, or the item will be returned to circulation.

What if the item I want isn't available at the library?

Interlibrary loan is available if we don’t have the book you want.

(Note there there is a $4.00 postage fee for interlibrary loans.)

What if I forget to bring items back when they are due?

We no longer charge late book fees.

Items that are over three months overdue are considered lost and the borrower becomes responsible for replacement cost of the material.

Do I have to be polite in the library?

All patrons are asked to refrain from any activity that interferes with the rights of other patrons to use the library or which could result in injury to oneself or others, or which could cause damage to the building, materials, or equipment.

Such behavior is considered disruptive and unacceptable and is subject to removal from the building and/or restriction of library priveleges at the discretion of the library on duty.

Can I use the copy machine?

Yes! You do not need a library card to make copies, however please note that there is a fee per copy made. (15 cents per page for black and white, 30 cents per page for color.)

Can I fax something at the library?

Yes, you can e-fax from our location. Please ask the front desk for assistance. There is no fee for faxing.

Computer Station Info

There are four computers available to patrons. You do not need a library card to use a computer; visitors are welcome. Here is what you need to know before using a computer.

Are food or drinks allowed at the computers?

Please, no food or drinks near the computer.

How long can I use a computer?

Check in with the librarian before you use a computer to make sure it is available. You may use the computer for 1 hour a day. In special circumstances the librarian may allow more time on the computer.

Can I reserve a computer station?

Reservations for a computer may be made over the phone or in person. If you are more than 15 minutes late your computer time may be relinquished. If reservations are not made, computers may be used on a first come, first serve basis.

How much does printing/copying cost?

A copier/printer is available; black and white printouts are 15 cents per page or 30 cents for color pages. The library does not accept credit or debit cards. Local checks are accepted.

Are there headphones available?

Please use the headphones provided if you will be listening to audio. When you are finished please close the program you are using, but do not shut off the computer.

Internet Usage Policies

Internet access is available to all visitors at Toole County Library. While this service is free to the public we ask that you review some of the internet usage policies below.

Use of Toole County Library Internet for any purpose that violates Federal, State, or Local law is STRICTLY forbidden.

Is there WiFi?

Both LAN and wireless internet access are provided to visitors free of charge.

Am I responsible for material I access?

Users are responsible for the material they access and the use of this material. The library maintains no responsibility for the security of any personal information or communication.

Can I bring my own device to access the Internet?

Yes, however please do not leave personal equipment such as laptops, flash drives, cell phones, etc. unattended within the library. Personal equipment is the sole responsibility of the individual.