Alva Public Library
The mission of the Alva Public Library is to be an educational and recreational resource for the residents of Alva, Woods County and the surrounding area by promoting literacy and life-long learning opportunities.
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The Alva Public Library is excited to provide the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Reading Program for all children not yet enrolled in Kindergarten. Reading to preschool aged children builds vocabulary and language skills, establishes a love of books, and creates fond memories of reading together. Besides developing a love of reading, children will win rewards along the way!
This self-paced program is easy for parents and children. By reading just one book a day to your child, you will be able to reach 1000 books before the age of three. Children can join this program any time before Kindergarten enrollment.
Come into the library and talk to Miss Amy for more information and to get enrolled!
Listen While You Clean with Libby!
Turn chores into an adventure with the Libby app! Whether you're dusting bookshelves or tackling laundry, enjoy audiobooks from your library—completely free. Just download the app, borrow a book, and let the storytelling keep you company while you clean.
No late fees. No hassle. Just great books, anytime.
Get started today: www.libbyapp.com
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FAQs
How do I get a library card?
You must have a library card to check out items.
Library cards with borrowing privileges and or Internet access privileges are available to the residents of Alva and Woods County free of charge. No registration fee will be charged for those individuals that attend school, live, work or own property in Woods County.
Any person who does not qualify for a library card can apply for a nonresident library card for a fee of $5.00 per household and entitles any member of the family to borrowing privileges for twelve months.
How to Apply for a Library Card
Applicants wanting a library card must apply in person. Cards will be issued to children after they reach the age of six or are attending school. Applicants under the age of sixteen must have a parent or guardian sign the request for borrowing privileges acknowledging responsibility for library materials checked out by the child.
How can I renew library items?
We have so many easy ways you can renew library books and other items (if they're not on hold).
Renew online through Apollo: Use your card number & phone number.
Call us to renew: 580-327-1833
Gabby text: 580-382-5846