Louisa County Library (JMRL Branch)

The Louisa County Library is a branch of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library (JMRL) system, serving the residents of Louisa County and surrounding areas. As a public library, it offers free access to a wide range of materials, resources, and services aimed at supporting education, information literacy, community engagement, and lifelong learning.

Key functions include:
* Circulation: Lending books, audiobooks, movies (DVDs/Blu-rays), magazines, and other physical materials.
* Digital Access: Providing access to a vast collection of eBooks, eAudiobooks, online databases for research and learning (e.g., genealogy, business, homework help), and often streaming media services.
* Technology Access: Offering public computers with internet access, free Wi-Fi connectivity, and often printing, copying, and scanning services.
* Programming: Hosting events and programs for all ages, including children's story times, summer reading programs, teen activities, adult book clubs, technology workshops, author talks, and community presentations.
* Information Services: Providing reference assistance from trained librarians to help patrons find information, conduct research, or navigate library resources.
* Community Space: Often providing meeting rooms or quiet study areas for public use.

Being part of the JMRL system means patrons with a valid JMRL card can typically borrow materials and access resources from any library within the regional system (Charlottesville, Albemarle, Greene, Louisa, Nelson counties).

Core Offerings & Services

• Physical Collections: Books, Large Print Books, DVDs, Audiobooks, Magazines.
• Digital Collections: Libby/OverDrive (eBooks/eAudiobooks), Kanopy (streaming video), Hoopla (streaming media), numerous online databases accessible via the JMRL website.
• Technology: Public Internet Computers, Free Wi-Fi, Printing/Copying/Scanning (fees may apply).
• Programming: Regular Story Times, Summer Reading Challenge, Book Discussion Groups, Technology Classes, Special Events (check library calendar).
• Reference & Support: Assistance finding materials, using databases, basic tech help.

Contact Information

• Branch Phone: (540) 894-5853
• Website (Branch Page): https://jmrl.org/br-louisa.htm
• Main JMRL Website: https://jmrl.org
• Ask A Librarian Service (Online): Available via the main JMRL website.