Pearisburg Public Library

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a library card?

To get a library card, simply come into the library at 209 Fort Branch Road and fill out an information card – this will require your driver’s license # and a reference from someone who does not live with you (a friend or a neighbor).

New patrons are allowed to check out three (3) items on their first visit.

When is the library open?

Monday: 12-8 p.m.

Tuesday: 12-5 p.m.

Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Thursday:  9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday:  9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Do you charge to send a fax?

Yes. Local and toll-free numbers cost $1.50 for the first ten pages and $1 for each additional page.

Long-distance numbers cost $3.50 for the first page and $1 for each additional page.

Please note that while Blacksburg is considered a local number, Christiansburg numbers are not.

How much are copies?

Copies cost .15 per page in black and white (for an 8.5×11 or 8.5×14 page). Larger pages (11×17) cost .25 per page.

Color copies cost $1 per page.

How many times can I renew an item?

You may renew an item up to three (3) times before it must be returned. Please note, however, that if someone has placed a hold on an item you have, you may not be allowed to renew.

Can I donate material to the library?

The library is not accepting material donations at this time.

Does the library have a book club?

Absolutely! In fact, we have TWO!

The Pearisburg Library Book Club meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 12 p.m. For a list of reading selections, please visit the library or call (540) 921-2556.

The Giles County Bookworms meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. For a list of reading selections, visit the library, call (540) 921-2556, or visit Giles County Bookworms on Facebook.

The library doesn’t have an item I want – can I request it?

Sure! We love hearing about the titles patrons want to read and do our best to fulfill these requests.

However, please note that a number of factors come into play, including, but not limited to: price of the material, the release date of the material, or how popular the material may be to our patrons.

If we are unable to order a book you requested, you may also request an interlibrary loan.

I’ve lost my library book – what do I do?

Hey, things happen! If you’ve lost your library book, please let our staff know. We do ask that you pay a replacement fee of half of the book’s value. If the book is a new release, a replacement fee for the entire value of the book may be requested.

If you find the book later, you own the book.

What if I know where the book is, but the dog ate it?

If your library book has been damaged, please let our staff know. We do ask that you pay a replacement fee of half of the book’s value. If the book is a new release, a replacement fee for the entire value of the book may be requested.

When is story time?

Story time is held every third Friday at 10:30 a.m.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook for special events and story times!

Have a different question? Call us at (540) 921-2556.

  • Visit Us

    Monday: 12 - 8 p.m.
    Tuesday: 12 - 5 p.m.
    Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    Thursday: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
    Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    Saturday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
    Sunday: CLOSED

  • Contact Us

    Allison Long, Library Director
    Pearisburg Public Library
    209 Fort Branch Road
    Pearisburg, VA 24134
    Phone: (540) 921-2556

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