Do You Know What your Local Library Offers?
The Northeast Missouri Library serves Clark County, Knox County and Lewis County. Patrons who do not pay taxes to Lewis County but live and pay their taxes to the City of Canton will need to purchase a $15.00 registration card.
The library service has a large collection of books for adult and children. Patrons are welcome to put in requests for items that are not available on the shelves, and we will do our best to purchase or borrow from another library.
The Library has purchased rights to MOLIB2GO through which patrons can check out items on an electronical device.
The Library offers movie DVDs to be checked out. The movies are the only items on which a late charge will be assessed.
The Library offers use of computers, and can make copies or faxes for a small fee. The library staff is available to give one on one computer training. The staff has helped with resumes and setting up email accounts.
The Library has a microfilm scanner that can be used to search old newspaper articles and obits. Other items available are marriage records, local family history, plat maps and a business scrapbook.
The Library staff deliver books to the Nursing Home, Residential Care Facility and home bound patrons within the city limits.
The Library hosts children’s story time and makes visits to daycares.
The Library sponsors a children’s summer reading program. Many special guest readers and entertainers from other states are invited to participate.
The Library hosts special activities through the seasons.
The Library has created areas where children can play with toy animals, puzzles, games and legos. This may be limited due to flu and COVID seasons.
The Library has created adult programs, as well.
The Library sponsors author visits at the local public schools.
The Library is a host site for GAMM employees and community service workers.
The Library welcomes everyone to come and meet the library staff and explore our great services.
