Harlem Public Library
The Harlem Public Library
The Harlem Public Library offers a broad spectrum of materials. A knowledgeable and friendly staff is on hand to meet the varied and diverse needs of the patrons. Free and open access for every person in our service area is guaranteed. We are handicap accessible, with a public restroom, a reading room, public computers, free wifi, a children’s area and Playspace, and a meeting room.
Our Mission
These libraries share a common mission of promoting literacy, lifelong learning, and community engagement. For example, local libraries emphasize access to books and digital resources, educational programming, and spaces for collaboration, creativity, and public events.
Services
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
This is a free program for babies through Kindergarten age children and their parents and caregivers. Track books read, and earn prizes along your way to 1000 books.
Adult Programs
We offer programs that would interest our adult patrons. A few exampled of programs we’ve done in the past have been: painting with basic watercolor; basics of social media; calligraphy; grant writing; and basic music fundamentals. We are always looking for new ideas for programming.
After School Squad
This program is a STEAM-based after school program for children in elementary school. It takes place Wednesdays at 4:00 pm.
Audiobooks
Books on CDs may be checked out for 28 days.
Blocks
The blocks are located in our children’s area. They were awarded to our library through a grant from the Montana State Library, who received grant money from the Dennis and Phyillis Washington Foundation, all to support the early literacy Ready2Read initiative.
Books
Books may be checked out for 28 days.
Book Club
The Book Club is a reading club for adults. It takes place Mondays at 4:00.
Children Programs
Our children’s programs range from Storytime, 1000 Books Before Kindergarten, to After School Squad, to Summer Reading, and everything in between!
Color Copier
Colored copies are $1.00 per page, black & white copies are $.20 per page.
Computers
We have 4 patron desktop computers, 3 laptop computers, and 2 tablets that are open for anyone 8 years or older to use in our library. You do not need a library card to use the computers. There is a 30 minute time limit, with another 30 minutes if needed, for a total of an hour a day.
DVDs
You may check out 2 DVDs at a time. DVDs may only be checked out for 7 days.
Fax
Faxes sent and/or received are $1.00 per page. Our fax number is: (406) 353-2224.
Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Library group is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization which supports and promotes the library. The role of the Friends group is to support library causes and services.
Internet
The Internet is free and available on all the patron computers, as well as wirelessly.
Interlibrary Loan
Interlibrary loan is a service available that allows our library users to borrow materials form other libraries. Patrons wishing to use this service must provide a $3.00 deposit. This deposit will be given back if the item(s) are picked up and returned on time.
Laminator
Patrons may use our laminator for items 8.5 inches x 11 inches or smaller for $1.00 per page/item.
LEGO Club
LEGO Club is a program for children and parents of any age, held on Thursdays from 4:00-5:00. If a child is under the age of five, they must be accompanied by an adult.
Magazines
We have a wide variety of magazines that can be read in the library or checked out. Magazines may be checked out for 7 days. Here is a list of magazines we subscribe to: Magazines
Meeting Room
The meeting room is available at no cost for meetings of area civic, cultural, or educational organizations. Contact the library if you are interested in using the meeting room.
Mobile Devices
Patrons in good standing for one month or longer may check out an iPad, an HP Pro Surface Tablet, and/or a mobile hotspot for 14 days.
MontanaLibrary2Go
Read and listen to ebooks & audiobooks for free using your library card.
Newspapers
Newspapers may only be read in the library. Newspapers we subscribe to include The Great Falls Tribune, The Havre Daily News, and The Blaine County Journal.
Notary Services
A notary public is available at the library at no cost to you. Please make sure you have all the proper paperwork, including an acceptable form of identification.
Playspace
Playspace is the area in the children’s section that includes toys and blocks. This area is open to the public during our operating hours. Parents are encouraged to play with their children!
Scanner
Scanning to a computer is free. If you need to print results of your scans, those will be $.20 per page.
Storytime
Storytime is for children ages 0-5, at 10:00 am on Tuesdays. We read stories, do activities, crafts, and play!
Summer Reading Programs
Each year, the library encourages members of our community to read throughout the summer by offering engaging programs and incentives for reading.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is free and may be used anywhere in our library.
AR Book Finder
Job Service Montana
Montana Talking Books
Smithsonian Open Access
Aaniiih Nakoda College Library
Materials in Our Library
MTLibrary2Go
Newspaper Navigator
Standard EBooks
In-Home Care in Montana
Montana History Portal
Resume Builder
World Book Online
Business Resources
Montana State University Extension has partnered with Utah State University Extension to offer the Remote Work Professional certificate program, a 1-month specialized course designed to equip workers and business owners with training needed to:
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Find a job working remotely for a company
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Expand a business to serve customers remotely
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Increase skill levels for people already working remotely
Participants receive assistance with finding a remote job, with building their business and connecting to a network of other remote workers
Helpful Resources
Personal Resources
~Did you know there are HUD housing protections for survivors of violence? Applicants and tenants of certain HUD rental assistance programs may not be denied housing, evicted, or have their housing assistance terminated because they have experienced: domestic violence; dating violence; sexual assault; or stalking. Additionally, survivors are able to ask for an emergency housing transfer for safety reasons. These protections fall under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
~Montana Legal Services Association provides free civil legal help to eligible clients. Call the HelpLine at 1-800-666-6899 to apply for free legal help.
~Dial 988 if you or a loved one are having thoughts of suicide.
~Adult Protective Services of Montana
~HRDC: As a Community Action Program (CAP) agency, the Council’s goals are to serve, advise, educate, and most importantly, aid society in projects aimed at breaking the cycle of poverty
Meeting Times
Library Board Meetings
Last Wednesday of the Month | 4:30 p.m.
Previous Month's Minutes
Upcoming Events
Stream movies for free using your library card with Kanopy! Click this link to get started! You’ll need your library card number. Contact us if you need any assistance.
Community Information / Links
City of Harlem
Fort Belknap Indian Community
State of Montana
Federal Government
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Policies
Contact information
Library Director
Carly Vauthier
Ireland Best | Assistant Librarian
Library Board of Trustees
Jackie Blackbird
Teresa Cornell
Libby Kuntz
Sandy Miller
Lori Owens
Friends of the Library Executive Board:
Co-Chair: Libby Kuntz
Co-Chair: Teresa Cornell
Events Chair: Louise Nissen
Members at Large: Eva English
Sally O’Leary
Patsy Shelhamer
Candus Scheffelmaer
Ethel Moore
Amber Harris
Secretary: Patsy Shelhamer
Treasurer: Valerie Van Voast
Address
Harlem Public Library
37 1st Ave SE
PO Box 519
Harlem, MT 59526
Hours of Operation
Monday | 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday | 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Thursday | 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Contact Information
Phone: (406) 353-2712
Fax: (406) 357-2224
email: harlemlib@live.com
Find the Right Department
Our Office
Blaine County Courthouse
420 Ohio St
Chinook, MT 59523
Office Hours
Mon-Fri: 8am - 5pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
