Frequently Asked Questions

We offer both color and black and white printing. Color printing is available only downstairs.

Color – $0.25 per page

Black and white – $0.10 per page. 

Getting a library card is free for any resident of Kansas.

• For patrons over 18, one form of photo ID with current information showing name and address or photo ID with other acceptable proof of residence is required at time of filling out a library card application.
• Children under the age of 18 must have cards co-signed by parent or legal guardian. This form authorizes or denies minors access to public internet computers.
• For your protection, the patron card with name and registration number should be presented each time materials are checked out.
• Loss of a card must be reported immediately or the patron will be responsible for materials checked out on it. Replacement cards cost $1.

More information about library cards, check out our Services page. 

SEKnFind Catalog

The Chanute Public Library card catalog is online! Search the Library’s collection, explore the collection of other area libraries, and have materials you find transferred to your local library! This service is available for patrons of the Chanute Public Library at no charge! The Chanute Public Library is a member of the Southeast Kansas Library System and participates in a consortium which includes 45 libraries in the region.

Users are now able to search the consolidated catalog for books and materials of all 45 libraries and place a hold on items from any of the libraries. Library card holders can then use the SEKnFind catalog to request items to be transferred between libraries for checkout by the person requesting them. Users can limit their search to items only at Chanute by using the “Advanced Search”, or by logging in so that the catalog will recognize which library they are registered with.

Users may also renew items and access their reading history once logged into their account.

Logging On

Chanute patrons use their 14-digit library card as their username. Your default password is your last name lowercase and can change it on your account. If you lose or forget this information, contact the Chanute Public Library and they can reset it.

For Parents: we can now link your child’s library card to your account, so you can be updated about your child’s library account and checkouts. You will be able to see thier history on your account as well.

For more information, check out our Services page. 

Hoopla

The library does not have a public meeting room. The Leighty Conference room is shared with the Safari Museum and available for Library or Museum sponsored events. For more information contact us at 620-431-3820.

Kandi Wilson, the head children’s librarian, is our notary. Please call ahead to schedule a time with her to notarize documents. 

The Library Board meets once a month on the second Monday of the month.