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Library Bill of Rights The American Library Association affirms that all libraries are forums for information and ideas, and that the following basic policies should guide their services. Freedom to Read Statement The freedom to read is essential to our democracy. It is continuously under attack. Private groups and public authorities... Mission Statement The Ephrata Public Library is a physical and virtual community center. Its mission is to provide resources and to promote opportunities for everyone seeking to... WiFi Access Wireless Internet access is available to all patrons of the Library System of Lancaster County... Fax & Copy Services Follow this link to learn more about our Fax and Copy Services. Renewals In addition to renewing your library materials in person at the Ephrata Public Library, you may renew your materials by telephone or online. Interlibrary Loans When material is not available within the Library System of Lancaster County, patrons can request the item through Interlibrary Loan. Simply visit the...

Library Cards A library card for the Library System of Lancaster County will be issued without charge to any resident of Lancaster County who is five years old or more. Fines/Fees Follow this link to learn more about out Fines and Fees. Bestsellers Book Club The Bestsellers Book Club allows you to select from a list of bestselling authors and automatically puts a reserve in for you when the library receives a new book by that author. e-Newsletter The Ephrata Public Library epublishes a monthly newsletter with events and news. You can subscribe and unsubscribe at any time. Home Delivery Service Our Home Delivery service provides library materials to Ephrata area residents who are unable to visit the library due to temporary or long-term physical illness or disability. Reserves A reserve is a request to have a particular title held. If the item you are looking for is currently checked out to another patron...