About the Library
Books, Magazines, Music, Movies and more…
Your library card allows you to borrow any of the more than two million items located in the 73 libraries and branches of the SAILS Library Network in Southeastern Massachusetts.
Library Card
In order to borrow materials from the library you must have a valid library card. Library cards are available free of charge to all adults and children 5 years of age and older. Family cards are available for families with younger children. Stop at the Circulation Desk and present your driver's license or another form of identification that includes your mailing address. You may also get a temporary card by registering online. There is a $2.00 replacement charge for a lost card. To renew your library card, contact the library, 508.823.1344.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Loan Periods and Late Fees
Item |
Loan Period |
Late Fee per Day |
Books |
4 weeks |
.10 / $3.00 maximum |
Magazines |
2 weeks |
.10 / $3.00 maximum |
DVDs |
1 week |
$1.00 / $5.00 maximum |
DVD Set |
2 weeks |
$1.00 / $5.00 maximum |
Audio books |
4 weeks |
.10 / $3.00 maximum |
Music CD |
4 weeks |
.10 / $3.00 maximum |
Museum Passes |
1 day |
$5.00 / $20.00 maximum |
Staff & Trustees
Staff: Eden Fergusson, Library Director, Karen Brother, Nicole Cranson, Julia Finkelstein, Rebecca Hall, Elaine Kyranos, Jane Lang, Jonathan Nessralla, Nadine Rudek-Kelly, Lorna Sylvia, Emily Tilbe, Kathy Waterman, and Fred Sylvia.
Trustees: Robert Newton, President, Marilyn D’Andrea, Barbara Gallagher, Mark Karsner, Betsy McDermott, Joe Pacheco, Kathleen Roberts, Ed Roster, Jim Tilbe, Paul Reindeau, Christopher Gilbody, and Len Rucker.
History of the Library
In October of 1897, 93 citizens of Raynham formed the Raynham Library Association, the foundation for today’s public library. The library continues today as a 501c non-profit organization, but receives its major funding from the Town of Raynham. The library was housed in various locations around the town until 1949 when the present building was dedicated. In 1961, the lower floor was transformed into a Children’s Room. In 1971, the facility was expanded and, again, in 1991. When the latest addition was completed, it brought the total footage to 6,288 square feet. The library is governed by a board of twelve Trustees headed by a President. The Trustees are elected from the membership of the Raynham Library Association. Any resident of Raynham is eligible for membership in the Association. The library became a member of the SAILS network in August 2001.