Bookmobile and Outreach Service

The scheduling of service is based on these factors:

• Mobility of patron
• Distance from a community library
• Service needs
• Scheduling availability

Items are checked out for the scheduled period of the service arrangement. Most items can be renewed up to four times before patrons are notified via text, phone call, email, and/or mailed notice. Items that are borrowed through Interlibrary Loan (ILL) and items that other patrons are waiting for cannot be renewed. There are no late fees, however, lost items must be replaced before checking out additional materials.

Sometimes circumstances beyond our control (such as weather conditions, mechanical issues, etc.) occur which causes earlier arrivals, delays, or cancellations.  Patrons are contacted via phone call or text as necessary. Patrons are asked to extend the same courtesy when they will be unavailable on their scheduled day and/or time by calling or texting (502) 507-4005 as soon as possible.

A schedule of bookmobile routes and stops is published twice a year and updated as needed.  The schedule is posted on the bookmobile, on the library website (https://www.ncplky.org), in the Nelson County Library, and on the Nelson County Public Library’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/NCPLKY). Additionally, a schedule postcard is mailed at least once per year to existing patrons.  A scheduled stop may be discontinued due to low use, patron failure to attend (or notify staff), safety considerations, or violations of library policies. 

Simply e-mail or call Donna Zurkuhlen to discuss options and check availability.

dzurkuhlen@ncplky.org

348-3714, x-315

(502) 507-4005

We can select your preferred books for you and deliver your books to you.

*Certain conditions apply

Bookmobile and delivery visits are every two weeks.

Pop-Up libraries vary depending upon patron scheduling. Most are every two weeks, but can be monthly.

Mailbox Books can be either every two weeks or monthly.

If you are visiting for the first time and can't find us, please call or text (502) 507-4005.

Sometimes circumstances beyond our control (ie: weather, mechanical issues, etc.) happen and we have to make our stops early, run behind schedule, or simply have to cancel our stops for the day. We will notify scheduled patrons. 

Yes, DVD's including movies & T.V. series can be checked out; however, they must be reserved via our website www.ncplky.org (please select "Bookmobile" under "Where can you find it?" when reserving) at least two days before your scheduled visit. They are checked out for two weeks.

Yes, however, we do not carry money on the bookmobile. Therefore, only the exact amount can be collected. Cash only.

Yes, we can issue library cards and replace them as necessary. Minor children require parent/guardian signature.

Yes, each location is part of one library, and you can return books from any branch.