Can I use my home computer to see if you have the book or other item I need?

Can I get on a waiting list for an item that is currently checked out to someone else?

If the library does not have the item that I need, can you get it from somewhere else?

Does the library have a photocopier that I can use?

Does the library have a facsimile (fax) machine that I can use?

Does the library have a scanner that I can use?

Can I access the World Wide Web from the library?

Does the library have a wireless network?

Can I read my email at the library?

What type of word processing software is loaded on the library's public computers?

Can I bring my own computer software to use in the library?

Does the library offer computer classes?

Can I research my family tree at the library?

How do I get a library card?
You can get a library card at the Check Out Desk of the library. The only thing you need is a valid ID. To replace a lost card, there is a $3 fee.

Can I use my home computer to see if you have the book or other item I need?
Yes. You can access the online library catalog (OPAC) from any computer connected to the Internet. Go to Bucks County Library Network

Can I get on a waiting list for an item that is currently checked out to someone else?
Yes. If you discover that the item you desire is currently on loan, you can ask the librarian at the Information Desk to place a hold on the item for you. Visit or call the library’s Information Desk at 215-788-7891 ext. 6. Once the requested item is available, we will notify you.

You can also place your own holds by accessing the online library catalog from any computer connected to the Internet. Go to Bucks County Library Network. Log in using your library card number and PIN, and then locate the item you want and click on “Place Hold” to place a hold on that item. To place a hold online, you must have a valid library card and PIN, have no overdue material, and no outstanding fees or fines. Please be advised that not all materials can be reserved online; call the Information Desk at 215-788-7891 ext. 6 for further information and assistance.

If the library does not have the item that I need, can you get it from somewhere else?
Yes. We will do our best to get the items you need. The Grundy Library has an arrangement with other libraries to allow interlibrary loans. However, certain materials are exempt. To request this service, please visit or call the library’s Information Desk at 215-788-7891 ext. 6.

Does the library have a photocopier that I can use?
Yes. There is a photocopier available for use by the public. Copies cost 10 cents per page for black and white, and 50 cents per page for color. Double sided pages are available for an additional cost.

Does the library have a facsimile (fax) machine that I can use?
Yes. There is a fax for use by the public to send documents; the machine cannot receive them. The service costs $1 for the first page with subsequent pages costing 50 cents each.

Does the library have a scanner that I can use?
Yes. There is a scanner available for use by the public; there is no charge for scanning but you must have an email account.

Can I access the World Wide Web from the library?
Yes. There are sixteen public computers with access to the World Wide Web. The use of public computers is free of charge, as is the wireless network (for use with your wireless-enabled laptop, or other wireless device) but requires a valid library card number and PIN, no overdue materials, and fines less than $5.

Does the library have a wireless network?
Yes. The library has a free wireless network that you can use with your wireless-enabled laptop or other wireless device. Use of the wireless network requires a valid library card number and PIN, no overdue materials, and fines less than $5. The wireless network is accessible from anywhere within the library as well as outside on the upper patio and in the lower park area. Detailed printing instructions for the wireless network are available at the Information Desk. Wireless printing fees are 10 cents per page for black and white, and 50 cents per page for color.

Can I read my email at the library?
Yes. The viewing and sending of electronic mail is permitted at the library. The use of public computers is free of charge, but does require a valid library card number and PIN, no overdue materials, and fines less than $5.

What type of word processing software is loaded on the library's public computers?
The library's public computers are equipped with Microsoft Office XP Premium products including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, and others.

Can I bring my own computer software to use in the library?
Yes. The library's public computers are equipped to function with CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs as long as the software runs from the disk. If the program requires being loaded on the computer, it may not be used at the library.

Does the library offer computer classes?
Yes. The library offers free computer workshops presented by our reference staff. The instruction is free and open to the public but requires registration with a valid library card. For more information, go to our Events Calendar.

Can I research my family tree at the library?
Yes. The Grundy Library does have some resources for genealogical research. For example, we have the PA Census of Bucks County, local newspapers dating back to 1873, and passenger arrival lists. We also provide access to Ancestry Library Edition and HeritageQuest Online. For more information, go to Electronic Resources