Frequently Asked Questions

1. What's the square footage of the new building?

The Library has 7,600 square feet, or 14,000 if you include the basement. Its footprint is about 12% larger than before.

 

2. What's the phone number for the Northeast Harbor Town Office?

Northeast Harbor is a village in the Town of Mount Desert and therefore has no town office of its own. The Mount Desert Town Office can be reached at (207) 276-5531.

 

3. Do you have computers?

Yes, computers with Internet access are available to our patrons. Get more info.

 

4. Do you have a book drop?

Yes, the book drop is located outside the main Library entrance.

 

5. Can I make photocopies at the Library?

Yes, photocopies cost 25 cents each.

 

6. What are your hours?

Click here for our Hours.

 

7. Can I renew a book by phone?

Yes, you may renew a book by phone if there is no waiting list for that book. Click here for more information on renewals.

 

8. Can I renew a book by email?

Yes, you may renew a book email if there is no waiting list for that book. Please email us at renew@nehlibrary.org. For more information on renewals, click here.

 

Please note: If you do not receive an email confirming your renewal, please call us to renew.

 

9. When is your annual book sale?

The annual book sale is usually the first Saturday after Labor Day. The date will be posted on our calendar of events once it is decided.

 

10. How can I give money to the Northeast Harbor Library?

Click here for information on Support.

 

11. How can I give money to the Northeast Harbor Library Scholarship program?

Click here for information on donating to our Scholarship Program.

 

12. How do I volunteer at the library?

Please visit or call us at (207) 276-3333 and speak with the person at the front desk or Anna Carr.

 

13. What if I can only help out for 1 hour a month?

We would be delighted to have any amount of time you can give.

 

14. Do you accept donations of books, audio, video or DVDs?

Yes, please call before you come.

 

15. What do you do with the books in the winter?

The Library is nearly as busy in the winter as it is in the summer.

 

16. What are the fines on overdue materials?

5¢ per day.

 

17. I would like to know more about my family geneology. Can you help?

Unfortunately, our many staff duties do not allow the opportunity to conduct geneological research. However, you are welcome to make an appointment to conduct your own research in our archives.