Florenz Webbe Maxwell Youth Library

Quick facts

Cost: Free. Fees apply only for lost or damaged items or lost date-due cards.

Who can join: Children from birth to age 17. Youth ages 13-17 use the library as adult users for services and computer access. A parent or guardian remains legally responsible.

Borrowing: Check out up to 4 items for 3 weeks.

Please bring your library card to borrow.

How to join

1. Parent or legal guardian applies in person. Only a parent or legal guardian can enroll a child.
2. Bring ID and proof of Bermuda residency.
3. Acceptable proof includes an e-bill, utility bill, or other correspondence dated within the last three months.
4. Get your card and start borrowing. Registration is quick and your child can check out right away.

Tip: Please let us know if your address, phone number, or school changes.

What your child gets

1. A welcoming space with thousands of books, magazines, and audiobooks for all ages.
2. Free Wi-Fi and 30 minutes of computer time for registered members, plus printing and photocopying.
3. Storytime, crafts, movie days, Summer Reading, school visits, and a parent-teacher resource collection.

Using the library safely

Ages 0-6

A parent or assigned caregiver must remain with the child in the immediate vicinity.

Ages 7-12

Children may use the library independently.

Parents remain responsible for behaviour and pick-up arrangements, especially after dark or during bad weather.

Closing time

If a child up to age 13 is still waiting after closing and no transportation arrives within 30 minutes, the police may be contacted for assistance.

Read the full Unattended Child Policy for details.

Library guidelines at a glance

1. Return items on time and keep date-due cards in their pockets.
2. Handle library materials with care.
3. Food, drink, and phone use are not permitted in the library.
4. Follow internet-use rules.
5. Pay promptly for any lost or damaged items.