Using the Library:
Rogers Free Library is a fine-free library. Materials returned to Rogers Free Library do not incur fines unless the item is lost or damaged.
Obtaining a Library Card:
You may come to the library and fill out a form or fill out a form online. Your first card is free; replacements are $1.00 each.
Adults – Adults must present a form of I.D. as proof that he/she lives or pays property taxes in the State of Rhode Island.
Minors – Age 13+ may apply for a card with parent/guardian signature preferred, but not required. We will accept a school I.D. card for those 13 & up.
For more information on proper I.D. and important information please visit the Ocean State Libraries Library Card & Borrowing Policy webpage
Local Use Cards:
Non-RI residents may purchase a Rogers Free Library Local Use Only card for $40 per year. With a local use card, you may borrow only Bristol materials. A proof of address and matching Photo ID is required. Local use cards can only be obtained in-person with cash or check. Free local use RFL cards may be issued to people who work in Bristol, non-Rhode Island residents who attend Bristol schools, temporary residents that have proof of temporary RI address, and RI residents who do not have a photo ID.
Roger Williams students are eligible for a regular Rhode Island resident library card. Proof of both local and permanent address will be required.
Library Policies:
- Collection Development Policy
- Food and beverage Policy
- Internet Use Policy
- Library-Initiated Programs and Display Policy
- Local Use Only Library Card Policy
- Meeting Room Policy
- Request for Reconsideration of Materials Policy
- Service and Interlibrary Loan Policy
- Social Media Policy
- Unattended Children Policy
Relevant Forms:
Bristol Checkout Procedures
You must present your library card to check out materials.
Books/Audiobooks
Limit: Unlimited
Borrowing Period: Three weeks
Renewal Allowed: Yes, 2 times unless there is a hold
Late fees: NONE
DVDs
Limit: Unlimited (limit three for new items)
Borrowing Period: One to three weeks, depending on a single disc or boxed set. Please query circulation staff upon checkout.
Renewal Allowed: Yes, 2 times unless there is a hold or the item is new
Late fees: NONE
Music CDs
Limit: Unlimited
Borrowing Period: Three weeks
Renewal Allowed: Yes, 2 times unless there is a hold
Late fees: NONE
Magazines
Limit: Unlimited. Brand new issues do not circulate until the subsequent issue has arrived at the library.
Borrowing Period: One week
Renewal Allowed: Yes, 2 times unless there is a hold
Late fees: NONE
Museum Passes
Limit: One per family, per checkout, per card
Borrowing Period: Three days
Renewal Allowed: No
Late fees: NONE