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Exhibit Space Reservation Application

Exhibit Space Reservation Application The library offers exhibit cases and wall space for local artists to display their work. Fill out the form below to reserve exhibit space. Alternatively, you can print this PDF Application. If you have any questions, please...

Donation Form

Donation Form Use this form to send a one-time donation to the library using your credit card. Completed payments will receive a tax receipt via email. To set up a recurring donation, contact our business office at bookkeeper@eglibrary.org. For more ways to support...

Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees Library Strategic Plan 2023 - 2028 Adopted Strategic Plan 2023-2028Strategic Plan 2023-2028 (Summary) Audits 2023 Audit Financial Statement2023 Audit Presentation2022 Audit Budgets 2024 Adopted Library Budget 2024 Proposed Library Budget 2024 Budget...

About Us

About the Library Mission The mission of the East Greenbush Community Library is to inspire learning, imagination, collaboration, and compassion by providing ourcommunity with equitable access to resources in a welcoming environment. Strategic Plan: 2023-2028 Location...

General Contact Form

General Contact Form Use this form to contact the library with questions or feedback. To submit an application for a particular service, please visit our main contact page. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Library...

Book a Librarian

Book a Librarian If you would prefer to view tutorials and online training resources, try our Technology Help page.  Or view our Computer Class Calendar to see upcoming library tech training events. Request a 1:1 Appointment Getting an Appointment Can I sign up for an...

Books with Wheels

Books with Wheels Delivery service for homebound East Greenbush residents. Apply now Frequently Asked Questions Who is eligible for Books with Wheels service?Residents of East Greenbush and Schodack who are temporarily or permanently unable to visit the library in...

Library FAQ

Library FAQ Jump to: My Account | Borrowing | Loan Periods and Fines | Library Services | Miscellaneous My Account How do I get a library card? You can apply for an Upper Hudson Library System card in person or online. To make the account permanent, you must bring...

Exhibit Space

Exhibit Space The Library has four lighted, locked display cases and wall space (36 linear ft.) for showing artwork and collectibles. Dimensions of each case: 60″ wide, 66″ high, and 12″ deep.  There are three adjustable/removable shelves in each...

Interlibrary Loan

Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Guidelines East Greenbush Community Library card holders in good standing may request through interlibrary loan items not owned by a library in the Upper Hudson Library System (UHLS). Most requests are filled in 2-4 weeks. Patrons are...

Meeting Room Policy FAQ

Meeting Room FAQ The library implemented an updated meeting room policy on 9/14/2023. Please review this new information if you intend to reserve a meeting room. View the full policy. To reserve a room, fill out the online application. How do I reserve a room? To...

Mobile Hotspots

Mobile Hotspots The East Greenbush Community Library provides mobile hotspots for checkout to patrons for use with their personal wireless devices. A mobile hotspot is a small, portable device you can use to connect a wireless enabled device, such as a laptop,...

Community Survey

Take Our Community Survey! Thank you for your input! The collection period for the community survey ended on 4/14/23. Stay tuned to our website for strategic planning updates. It’s our time to listen – and we want to hear your thoughts! Whether or not you...

EG Library Goes Fine Free 1/1/2023

EG Library Goes Fine-Free 1/1/2023! New year, clean slate! As of January 1st, 2023, the East Greenbush Community Library no longer charges extended use fees, also known as overdue or late fines for the majority of items returned past the due date. Patrons are still...

Telecommuting Policy

Adopted by the Board of Trustees, 1/25/2022Telecommuting Policy PDF Purpose The East Greenbush Community Library’s (Library) Telecommuting Program (remote work) is designed to recognize the benefits of providing library employees alternatives to traditional work...

Pandemic Response Plan

Approved 3/16/2021 by the Board of Trustees Pandemic Response Plan PDF Introduction This plan has been developed in accordance with the amended New York State Labor Law §27-c and New York State Education Law paragraphs k and l of subdivision 2 of §2801-a (as amended...

COVID-19 Reopening Safely Plan (NYS)

Approved by the Board of Trustees 7/22/21NYS Safety Plan PDF I. People Physical Distancing To ensure employees comply with physical distancing requirements; we agree to do the following: Ensure 6 ft. distance between personnel unless safety or core function of the...

Laptop Loan Policy

Amended by the Library Board, September 20, 2022 (replaces COVID temporary policy)Laptop Lending Policy PDF The East Greenbush Community Library will provide laptops for off-premises checkout to resident cardholders with accounts in good standing. Borrowers are...

Unattended Juveniles Policy

Amended by the Board of Trustees 10/18/2011Unattended Juveniles Policy PDF Need for this Policy: A policy is necessary to address the issue of families using the library as a childcare center and leaving children unattended in the library.  The policy is also...

Tutoring Policy

Adopted by the Board of Trustees 7/16/2013Tutoring Policy PDF In order to provide a safe and open environment where community students may receive tutoring, the Library permits the use of designated portions of the main room for regularly organized and scheduled...
Subject East Greenbush Card UHLS Card UHLS MyCard
Library Card Registration Free to any individual who resides or pays taxes in the East Greenbush Community Library taxing district or Town of Schodack. Cards expire and must be renewed every three years.

Free to any individual who volunteers or works at the EGRN Library. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

Free to partner educational agencies with verified employment. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

Those that live outside the UHLS area may purchase a temporary card at the price established by our Table of Fines and Fees. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

All ages eligible. Youth under age 16 must have their application completed and signed by a parent or guardian, who provides acceptable identification for them.

Card blocked at $5 or more in replacement costs or fines/fees

Fines vary according to individual library rules and UHLS resource sharing rules. The EGRN Table of Fines and Fees are applicable for items which are checked out from the East Greenbush Community Library

Free to residents residing in a community served by a UHLS library.

All ages eligible. Youth under age 16 must have their application completed and signed by a parent or guardian, who provides acceptable identification for them.

UHLS library cards expire and must be renewed every three years.

Card blocked at $5 or more in replacement costs or fines/fees

Fines vary according to individual library rules and UHLS resource sharing rules. The EGRN Table of Fines and Fees are applicable for items which are checked out from the East Greenbush Community Library

The UHLS MyCard is a fine-free, limited-access library card for youth. It is intended to address multiple barriers to serving youth and families, including:

  • Barriers to access related to fines (e.g. computer access, checking out materials)
  • Parents not present for a child’s library card registration
  • Previous fines on a child’s card

Free for youth residing in a community served by a UHLS library.Applicants 18 and under who are applying for a limited use, UHLS Youth Only MyCard, need to provide name, address, and date of birth.UHLS library cards expire and must be renewed every three years.Youth ages birth to 18 can register unaccompanied, or with the help of a caregiver or relative who is not the child’s parent/guardian.This card may be used at all UHLS Libraries except for the Colonie Town Library.

Card blocked at $10 or more in replacement costs.

No fines for late items

Limits on # of Materials Borrowed Unlimited checkouts Unlimited checkouts Limited total items: Can only have 3 items checked out on their card at a time
Types of Items All eligible item types. All eligible item types except Museum Passes, ILL, and Hot off the Press. Active paid members of the Friends of the East Greenbush Community Library have access to all lending collections. Only items eligible to be borrowed are books (any age level), juvenile and young adult (teen) audiobooks, and juvenile and young adult (teen) DVDs.
Databases/Digital Content EGRN and UHLS subscription databases and digital content UHLS subscription databases and digital content Only items eligible to be borrowed are books (any age level), juvenile and young adult (teen) audiobooks, and juvenile and young adult (teen) DVDs.
Interlibrary Loan Nationwide UHLS Libraries UHLS Libraries
Program Registration Unlimited except by limited program capacity Preference given to resident cardholders Preference given to resident cardholders