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ABOUT US

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History
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We have approximately 22,000 books, 50 magazine and newspaper titles, 3,000 audio materials, and 1,200 DVDs.
Through our membership in the Morris Automated Information Network (M.A.I.N), library users have access to thousands more materials.

We also have twelve computers for public use (including 2 children's computers), free wireless access and various research databases through our M.A.I.N. membership and the NJ State Library.

Obtaining a Library Card
All residents of the Borough of Wharton are entitled to a free library card at the Wharton Public Library. Proof of residency must be provided. A valid driver's license, NJ State identification, or photo ID with either a lease or current utility bill are acceptable as proof. Post office box numbers are not acceptable as a home address.

Videos/DVDs, and magazines may only be borrowed by an adult card holder, on an .

Courtesy cards are available for out-of-county residents who are employed in Wharton, and do not have a library card from a participating Open Borrowing Library
.

Pay Cards are available to residents of Mine Hill, Victory Gardens, Netcong or Boonton Township at a cost of $50/year/person.

If a library card is lost, there is a $1.50 replacement fee.


Loan Periods
Circulation of these items is restricted to patrons with a valid library card.
Books -- Adult & Juvenile
New Books -- Adult
Audiobooks
CD's -- Music
CD-ROM's -- Software
DVD's and Videos
New DVD's
Magazines
Newspapers

14 days
14 days
14 days
14 days
14 days
7 days
2 days
7 days
do not circulate

Fines
Any item exceeding the period will be charged the following:
Books
Audiobooks
CD's -- Music
CD-ROM's -- Software
DVD's and Videos
Magazines

.10/day maximum fine $2.00
.10/day maximum fine $2.00
.10/day maximum fine $2.00
$1.00/day maximum fine $5.00
$1.00/day maximum fine $5.00
.10/day maximum fine $2.00