Below are some of the most common questions we receive at the Avalon Free Public Library. If you have a question that isn't answered below, feel free to call us at 609-967-7155, or reach us using our online contact form.
Yes. We offer free access to wifi inside and immediately around our facility. Our network is named "avalonlibrary" and there is no password, though you will have to agree to usage terms on a splash screen before being able to use the service.
At this time we do not have any tablets of any kind available to borrow.
At this time we do not have any eReaders available to borrow.
Yes. We offer a variety of the most popular games for Xbox 360, Xbox One, PS3, PS4, Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo WiiU, and Nintendo Switch. Patrons can browse the selection by looking through the plastic sleeves located near the CD's, which they can then bring to the front desk to exchange for their desired game. Patrons may borrow 2 video games per card for a period of 2 weeks.
Yes. We currently offer the following video game consoles to borrow: Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Wii, Playstation 4, and Xbox 360. These are available for a period of 1 week, and may only be checked out by Avalon property owners and renters.
We have an ever-growing collection of technology items like blu-ray players and wi-fi hotspots available for patrons to borrow. You can view the whole collection here. Technology items are only available to Avalon property owners and renters.
Yes. We have several staff members who are more than happy to offer assistance with your device. For quick questions feel free to pop in and see who is available at the front desk or at the tech help desk located near the rear exit. For more in-depth issues it is suggested that you make an appointment, either by visiting the front desk or calling the library at 609-967-7155.
Yes. We have many online resources to help you with your education or independent research, including genealogy services, online tutoring, language learning programs, magazine & newspaper access, encyclopedias, business resources, book review sites, and more. They can all be accessed from our Digital Library page here.
Yes. You can print documents on our public printer from one of our public computers or from your own device using one of the methods on our Technology Services page under the heading of "Wireless Printing." Either way, you will need to retrieve your print job at the Print Release Station located near the public computers. There is currently no charge for printing, though we do impose a limit of 25 pages per user per day.
Yes. A self-service, black & white photocopier is available to use near the entrance to the Children's room. Color photocopies can be made using the Scan Station and selecting the option to "Print in Color". There is currently no charge for photocopying services, though we do impose a limit of 25 pages per user per day.