Services
Here you will find out about some of the services that the library offers!
The library is much more than a place to check out books. We have programs and services for everyone in our community. Nice, eager, friendly, and trained library employees are standing by, waiting to help you find the information you're looking for.
Your Library Card
· Library Cards - Cards will be issued free of charge to persons age 5 and above, living in Hamburg and/or the surrounding area with a valid driver’s license or a parents valid driver’s license or proof of address.
· For Parents - Parents are responsible for books checked out by their children under the age of 18.
· Confidentiality Policy - The records of this library are confidential in nature and will not be made available to anyone without investigative power.
· Circulation Policy – Please refer to this policy on the policies page to find checkout lengths and other information concerning borrowing materials.
Ebook and audiobook by Overdrive
Through the State of Iowa, our patrons have access to over 90,000 ebook, audiobook, and video titles. This is a service provided to all Iowa residents with valid library cards from your local library. To access this site please click on the ebook and audio link on the homepage of our website. For further information and help with this service please call 712-382-1395, email libraryhamburg@gmail.com, or stop in the library with your inquiry.
Borrow from another library
Our library is connected to other libraries throughout the state. If you can't find an item in this library, ask library staff to help see if we can get it from another library.
The interlibrary loan program makes it possible for patrons to borrow material from other libraries thus increasing the available selection. To make a request simply call the library at 712 382-1395, email the library at libraryhamburg@gmail.com with the title and author of the item you would like, or come in with this information. The librarian will search for the title and submit a request if the item is available. Patrons will be notified when the item comes in. Materials are received in about two weeks, and are checked out for a period of three weeks with potential to renew if necessary. There is no charge for this service unless the item is late or lost. If this service is of interest please contact us and we will be happy to help.
Research and Genealogy
With access to some of Hamburg’s best kept and unique records, there is a lot of research that can be done about the history of our community and its member’s ancestors. Please reach out to our library staff for any questions or inquiries concerning research and/or genealogy.
The Fremont County Historical Society has an extensive genealogical library and research facility. They can be contacted by email, fremontcountyhistorical.org or by phone at 712-374-3248.
Use a Computer
The library has public computers with Internet access. This describes what we have and how to use them.
Public Access Computers - The Hamburg Public Library provides computers for public use. These computers are accessed on a first come first serve basis. The public will be allowed 30 minutes to use the computer if other patrons are waiting, if no others are waiting, the time can be extended. Misuse of the computer will result in loss of computer privileges. The library may charge a patron for damage to software or equipment. If a minor, parents or guardians will be held responsible.
Internet Use - Users are responsible for evaluating the quality of information accessed. Children under the age of 18 are allowed internet access to be monitored by their parent/guardian.
Wi-fi is available for use with laptops and other internet accessible devices.
Computer and Internet Use Policy - The Hamburg Public Library has a policy concerning these items, please consult it for further details on this information and others pursuant to the library. This can be found by asking a librarian or by through policy page on our website.
Free Online Legal Resources
The State Library, in partnership with the University of Iowa Law Library, launched the People's Law Library of Iowa. This new legal resources website provides easy to understand information on topics related to Iowa's laws. You can access information on legal topics such as consumer law, family law, and landlord/tenant law, and much more.
Exam Proctoring
The library offers test proctoring, for more information, please see our Proctoring Policy on the policy page or reach out to our library staff for any questions or inquiries, you can call the library at 712 382-1395, email the library at libraryhamburg@gmail.com, or come in with this and speak with the Librarian about this information.
Print something
The library has a printer available for public use during library hours.
· Printing cost is 20 cents per page.
· If a large printing project is needed – 20 pages or more – requests must be made 3 days in advance to ensure the proper amount of ink and paper.
· Please consult with a library employee before printing to ensure the process is done correctly.
Research and Genealogy
With access to some of Hamburg’s best kept and unique records, there is a lot of research that can be done about the history of our community and its member’s ancestors. Please reach out to our library staff for any questions or inquiries concerning research and/or genealogy.
The Fremont County Historical Society has an extensive genealogical library and research facility. They can be contacted by email, fremontcountyhistorical.org or by phone at 712-374-3248. Another resource is:
Iowa Genealogical Society:
Iowa Genealogical Society is located at 628 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309-1924.
Hours are M-W-F-S 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.,T-Th 10 a.m.-9
515-276-0287
IowaGenealolgy.org
Classes this month include: August 5 Photo preservation, August 11 Beginning Genealogy, Zoom only.
September classes open only to Society members are Tech Talk and Beginning Norwegian Research (preregistration required).
1 Year Individual Membership is $37.50.