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1. When is the library open?

The library is open during the following times:

• Monday from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
• Tuesday from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
• Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Public computers shut down 20 minutes before closing.

2. Where is the library located?

The Hood County Library is located just off of the square at:
222 N. Travis St.
Granbury, TX 76048
Ph: (817) 573-3569

3. What do I need to get a library card?

To get a library card, you will need to bring your Texas driver’s license or Texas identification card with a piece of current mail with your address on it. If you are under 18 years old, a legal guardian must sign you up for a library card.

4. What services does the Hood County Library provide?

Our library services include:

• Books, audio books, and DVDs
• Children's programs
• Computers
• Copy machine
• Genealogy resources
• Interlibrary loans
• Internet and WiFi
• Meeting room
• TexShare databases

5. What genealogy resources does the library have?

The library offers the Hood County Newspaper from 1891 to present as well as local history and cemetery information. Through the TexShare databases, the library has the HeritageQuest database available.

6. What legal forms are available at the library?

The library offers many different forms, such as divorce, power of attorney, will, and tax forms, which may be printed for 15 cents a page.

7. Do you offer WiFi?

Yes! Please see a staff member to obtain a code for our free WiFi.

8. What do I need to access WiFi or to use the public computers?

You will use your library card number to sign on to the public computers and to obtain a WiFi code. If you don't have a library card, you may show a staff member your driver's license or identification card to receive an access code.

9. Can I print from the computers at the library?

Yes. We ask that you pay 15 cents a page for printed items. We will then release the prints from the printer to you. Also, you may make copies on our copier for 15 cents a page.

10. Can I fax something to or from the library?

Yes! It costs $1.00 per page to send or receive a fax.

11. Are there any children's programs at the library?

Yes! We have many programs throughout the week. We also have a summer reading club program for all ages. For dates and times, please check our website. Hood County Library Website

12. What if I need an item, but the library doesn't have it?

The library offers an interlibrary loan program for all patrons in good standing with the library. If we do not have an item, you may put in a request to borrow the item from another library in Texas. New items may not be requested; however, you may recommend that the library purchase the item.

13. How long can I keep library materials?

Books and audio books may be checked out for two weeks. Movies may be checked out for one week. If you need additional time, you have the option to renew items if they are not currently on reserve for anyone else. Items may be renewed up to two times each.

14. Can I reserve items?

You may reserve an item either in person at the circulation desk or online via our website. Hood County Library Website

15. Does the library accept book donations?

We gladly accept donations. If we do not have the item, it is in great condition, and we are able to use it, we will add it to our collection. If it does not meet our needs, we will donate it to the Friends of the Hood County Library for their book sale. The Friends of the Hood County Library do not accept encyclopedias or reference books that are older than ten years old. No law books are needed.