In order to obtain a library card to check out materials, you must have a valid military ID and complete a simple application. There is no cost for the card.

The Ellsworth Library has a collection of VHS video tapes and DVDs (both recreational and educational), and there is a special children's collection of videos. Users may check out 7 tapes or DVDs per family for a 7 day period. The library has recorded audio books, including Books-on-Tape, Books-on-CD, and books preloaded on digital players (Playaways). These may be checked out for a 2 week period, the same as regular books. Again, there is a special collection of Books-on-Tape for children, some with read-along books.

The Holbrook Library sends the first overdue notice to the individual. The second notice will be sent to the sponsors first sergeant or place of employment. The third and subsequent notices will be forwarded to the sponsor's unit commander. Overdue notices are sent to the physical and e-mail addresses on record. Users must keep information current, or accounts will be deactivated. Material are government property and must be returned based on the established loan period, and lost or damaged materials must be replaced. Interlibrary loan (ILL) materials are loaned based on the loaning library's policies.

The library has 18 computers for internet access and 4 for word processing and/or spreadsheet programs. Downloading and installing of programs is not allowed, due to security, licensing, and virus considerations. Printing is currently free, but we ask that you limit yourself to a reasonable number of pages and refrain from making multiple copies. Anyone less than 14 years of age is considered a child for the purposes of Internet access. Parent or Guardian must provide permission for a child to have Internet privileges. Children must have a valid identification card in their possession.

Fax and copier services are not currently offered through the Holbrook Library, but are available on base at the BX, Shoppette, and Community Center.

Yes. You can renew your books through our online catalog, use the E-Catalog button at the top of the page. You must renew your item before it is overdue. Once the item is overdue, you must bring the items to the library for renewal. Accounts must be in good standing in order to renew or checkout materials.

Yes. It usually takes about 2 weeks to receive materials from other libraries. Please call (605-385-1688) or stop into the library for more information about Interlibrary Loans.

Yes. Books may be checked out for 2 weeks with the option to renew twice if no other patrons have the material on hold. In addition to these books, the general nonfiction collection of the library supports basic information covered within the test preparation guides. Also, there is access to a website that assists learners with test preparation-- Peterson's online. The Peterson's website can be accessed in our Research (button at top) area.

The library offers in-person reference services utilizing print resources and offering assistance in accessing online resources. Some of these online services include: Jane's Online, EBSCO Auto Repair, various Galenet databases, SIRS for social issues, CountryWatch, and others. Some databases can also be accessed from home. Please see our Research area (button at top) for online resources.

Yes, in addition to library purchases we carry a subscription to McNaughton's books. This provides the library with a continually updated monthly selection of current titles.

Netlibrary e-books provides free full-text access to over 6,000 online fiction and nonfiction books from your home or office computer after you sign up using the computer at the library. Please access Netlibrary through our Research button. Also, Project Gutenburg provides access to free e-books in the public domain. The link for Project Gutenburg is in our Links area under the Readers subheading, links are in the left hand margin.

A regularly scheduled story time is available year round. The Summer Reading Program provides reading opportunities for children of all ages during the months of June and July. Storytelling and crafts programs are available, and a calendar is given as children register for the program. Special programming is planned throughout the year for all ages (for example: Hispanic Heritage Month, Native American Heritage Month, and Black History Month).

The library receives over 70 weekly and monthly magazine titles. Daily newspapers: Rapid City Journal, The Wall Street Journal Weekly newspapers: Air Force Times

The library carries Federal tax forms and some tax publications. Additionally, staff members can assist in locating forms on the Internet. CLICK HERE for the IRS link.

Active duty and their family members, retirees, DOD civilian employees, contractors, and students taking classes at the Base Education Center are permitted to use the library and all of its resources.

Books - 2 weeks, Limited to 50 items
Audio Tapes & CDs - 2 weeks, Limited to 7 items
Video & DVDs - 1 week, Limited to 7 items

You can place most items (exception: movies and reference materials) on hold online, by phone, or in person. We will notify you by phone or e-mail when the item(s) become available.

All library materials may be renewed, with the exception of videos and items currently on hold by another patron. Renewals may be done in person, online, or by phone: (605)-385-1688. Please note that overdue items cannot be renewed online—you must call or stop into the library in this case. Renewals of Interlibrary loan (ILL) materials must be coordinated through the ILL Department (605)-385-1687. We request 7 days notice before the due date to renew interlibrary loan materials. We have no control over whether or not a library chooses to extend your due date for these materials.

Of course! However, for the safety of your children, no child under the age of 10 can be left unsupervised in the library. The library has 2 adult Internet accessible computers in the children’s area. These are provided to allow parents to easily supervise their children’s activities in the library while using the Internet. In addition, there are 2 children’s computers provided with limited Internet access, but which have educational children’s programs installed.

Cellular phones may be used in the entryway or the conference room hallway of the library and at reasonable levels of volume. There is a bench provided for your comfort. Please do not use cellular phones while at the computers. If you need to talk to someone (example: customer service) while online, we can make special accommodations.

No. Our former conference room houses Gizzi's Coffee as of 2008. We do have tables available in our open reading area for meetings which can be reserved. Please call our front desk at (605)-385-1688.