D Brown Memorial Library Rosebud, Texas

Services

D Brown Memorial Library provides the following services: copy, fax, scan, internet access on public computers and WiFi access within the library only.
  • Services

    D Brown Memorial Library provides the following services: copy, fax, scan, internet access on public computers and WiFi access. 

     

  • Library Services

    Everything we do for you, inside the library or out

    Circulation Services

    Whether you're looking for something specific or just want a recommendation, come by our circulation desk! The library staff can assist you with nearly any question about the library and our collection. 

    The Library's Collection

    The library collection contains over 9,000 items. We are constantly adding new materials, so feel free to come check them out! We have non-fiction and fiction books in many genres, and a special corner for children's books. Not a reader? We also have over 800 DVDs and Blu-rays to choose from!

    If you're looking for something local, we have a special section of Texas reference books available. Additionally, we have the Rosebud News from 1904 to 2010 available on microfilm. Find out more here

    Something unique to our library is our complete collection of National Geographic magazines spanning from 1943 to 2013. Come by the library to look through them!

    Audiobooks and Ebooks

    D Brown Memorial Library provides access to over 19,000 digital items through Overdrive. Any patron can use their library number and password to log in and borrow items. If you have not set up a password on our online catalog, you must do so before logging in to Overdrive. If you have any issues, please call us during open hours and we will be happy to assist you!

    Reference Assistance

    If you are researching something specific, come by the circulation desk and we can assist you with finding materials or using the public computers. Additionally, library patrons can access the TexShare Databases, where you can find homework help, health or business information, academic journals, popular magazines, genealogy, or job and career development. Library staff can assist you with logging into the database and navigating through it. 

    Youth Services

    Children and youth are welcome in the library, and we have plenty of young adult and easy reader books to choose from. Additionally, we have four computers available for anyone under 18 (please refer to our internet policies here). We have a section of kids and family movies for easy browsing.  

    Please note children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult while in the library.

  • Print, Copy, and Fax

    D Brown Library provides printing, copying, and faxing services. Each of these services costs $0.25 per page for black-and-white or $0.50 per page for color (cash only, no bills over $5). Documents may be scanned to a computer or flash drive for no cost. If you would like to receive a fax at the library library, you must call us beforehand. You must pick up and pay for the fax papers the day we receive it.

  • Internet Services

    Services We Provide

    Thanks to the Williams Foundation, the library now has six brand new adult computers! Additionally, we have two youth computers and two child computers available. All computers have the Microsoft Office Suite downloaded (including Excel and Word).

    We also have free Wi-Fi accessible on any mobile device, tablet, or laptop. You must be within the library building to utilize the Wi-Fi.

    Our staff is readily available to help with any technological issues, so don't hesitate to ask! Our computers are shut down at 5 p.m. daily. 

    Who Can Use Our Internet Services?

    Any adult with a valid I.D. may use our computers or Wi-Fi for up to two hours. Extensions may be granted if you are working on schoolwork, job applications, or something similar. Children and youth under 18 may use a computer for up to 30 minutes, and a parent or guardian must sign an internet permission form the first time they come. All patrons must follow our internet policies, which can be found here. Failure to follow this policy will result in restricted or blocked access to our internet services. 

  • Overdrive: Audiobooks and Ebooks

    D Brown Memorial Library patrons have free access to over 19,000 ebooks and audiobooks through Overdrive. There are materials available for all ages and interests! 

    Logging In

    To log in, go to the Central Texas Digital Consortium page (linked here). Click sign-in at the top right corner. On the log-in page, select "D Brown Memorial Library" as your library. Type in your library card number and the password for your account. 

    If you have not already set up your password on our online catalog, you will need to complete that process before logging into Overdrive. Please call us during open hours if you have any questions. 

    Libby

    Read or listen on the go! The Libby app is available for all iOS and Android devices. You can log into your account and access your borrowed materials, renew items, and more. 

  • Request an Item

    Library patrons may request items to be added into our collection. Patrons may request books, DVDs, audio books on CD, and ebooks/audiobooks for Overdrive. 

    To request an item, please fill out the form here. 

    Patrons are limited to three item requests a month. It can take several weeks to process requests and prepare items for checkout. Once your requested item is in, we will contact you via phone or email.

    If you are not already a  library patron, please get a library card with us before placing a request. Any requests by non-patrons will not be processed.