• What are Cedar Mill Community Library's hours? They are listed on the right hand column of each page. Closures and other events are available on the Library Calendar.
• How can I volunteer at Cedar Mill? Click on the Volunteer tab at the top of the page for more information.
• How long can I check items out? 
• How do I renew my books?
• Why isn't the Book Drop open during the day?

Other Questions that We Hear Often

• Which libraries accept my library card?
• Does Washington County Cooperative Library System have a website?
• Where do I go to check out?
• Are there any items that I cannot check out?
• How can I keep track of the items I have out?
• Why is the library so noisy? Can you do something about it?

Which libraries accept my library card?
Your Washington County Library Card is good at all Washington County Libraries. They are all listed on the back of your library card. Check the WCCLS website for a map and list of locations.

Does Washington County Cooperative Library System have a website? 
Yes. The web address is http://www.wccls.org/ They provide our library catalog, links to other district-wide programs and services, as well as links to other libraries in the Cooperative. There is a link to WCCLS on every page on this site (look in the top right hand corner), and you can search the catalog directly from our Home page and Reading Room research pages.

Are there any items that I cannot check out?
Yes.  Current Reference materials and the most current issue of magazines cannot be checked out.

Where do I go to check out?
At Cedar Mill, look for the footprints on the floor. They are located in front of the check-out counter. This is where the line forms for check-out. We also have three self-checkout machines for use by patrons; look for the big yellow sign saying "Self Checkout".

How can I keep track of the items I have out?
Upon checking out, you will receive a printed list with the title of the item and the due date. You can always check your account online from any Internet connection or or any library workstation by logging in and clicking the Items Out tab.

Why is the library so noisy? Can you do something about it?

Much of the noise has to do with the heavy volume of use and the internal acoustics. An average of 1,500 people visit the library every day and at peak times there may be more than 100 people milling about making noise. The library has a strong commitment to serving children and it is not uncommon to hear loud noises from children who don’t have the self-control of mature adults. We understand that this is distracting to people seeking a quiet place to study but sharing a public area with hundreds of your neighbors requires some give and take. We are in the process of rearranging some areas of the library, and we are trying to establish a quiet zone to accommodate users seeking more quiet. This can help a bit, but won’t cut out all of the noise.

If you have other questions or comments about this site or the library in general, please send us your feedback. Thanks, and we look forward to seeing you at the Library!

Updated October 27, 2007