All books in the library system can be found through a computer catalog. 13,000 items are available, including approximately 3,000 books for children and young adults. The latest fiction bestsellers are available, but may need to be reserved. Books from other County branches can be delivered to the Coastal Branch.

In addition to the cataloged books, the Coastal Branch has a large, current collection of paperbacks. Patrons are encouraged to help keep this collection current by donating used books. There is no limit on the number of books that can be checked out.

The Meeting Room

The Coastal Branch staff is always ready to help you find books and information. Books, magazines, and articles can also be found through the State interlibrary loan service. Four computers at the branch are available for various tasks, including surfing the internet and printing web pages. Typewriters are also available.

Need help at tax time? The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) trains volunteers who offer free tax help at the library each year for six weeks prior to April 15 each year.

Several enrichment programs run by volunteers are available for children and adults. Preschool ages three and up have story time once a week. School-age children can enjoy a six-week summer reading program. Both of these programs require registration.

Adults can participate in the Book Lover’s Discussion Group, Prime Time, and Friends of the Coastal Branch Library. The Book Lovers meet the second Tuesday each month, September through May, at 10 AM at the library.

Prime Time is a ten-week program held at the library from January through mid-March at 10:15AM. Subjects vary from local history, gardening, travel, archaeology, and other interests.