All-Access Library Card

Libraries are for everyone. We know that each person is unique and uses the library differently. With that in mind, the Christian County Library offers different types of library cards for patrons.

If you live, own property, attend or work for a school in Christian County you’re eligible for a Christian County All-Access Library Card which includes:

  • Borrowing up to 50 items at a time (books, audiobooks, DVDs) including specialty items such as board games, Nintendo Switch, wifi hotspots, bakeware and fishing gear
  • Use of public computers, printing, scanning and faxing services
  • Access to online research databases
  • Downloading content from the Digital Library (music, movies, TV, audiobooks, comics and ebooks)

To apply for an All-Access Library Card, bring a valid ID and proof of residency to any Christian County Community Branch location. Limit of 5 items may be checked-out with the first use of a new All-Access Library Card and will need to be renewed yearly. If the card is lost, there is a $1.00 charge for a replacement card.

Out-of-County All-Access Library Card

If you’re a Missouri resident living outside of Christian County you’re eligible to purchase an Out-of-County All-Access Library Card for $20 per household.

Digital Access Library Card

If your primary residence is in Christian County, and currently do not have an All-Access Library Card, you’re eligible for a Christian County Digital Access Library Card which includes:

  • Access to online research databases
  • Downloading content from the Digital Library (music, movies, TV, audiobooks, comics and ebooks)

To apply for a Digital Access Library Card, complete the online application here. Digital Access Library Cards will need to be renewed yearly and are not available for residents that live outside of Christian County.

Library Card Renewal

Each year Christian County Library cards need to be renewed to allow us to keep accurate and updated contact information. Renewing your library card is quick and easy. Here’s how:

Material Checkout Periods

Item TypeCheckout PeriodOverdue FeesMaximum Overdue Fee
Books/audiobooks/DVDsThree weeks$0.10 per day per item$3.00 per item
New adult booksTwo weeks$0.10 per day per item$3.00 per item
New DVDsOne week$0.10 per day per item$3.00 per item
Baking equipment - Nixa BranchOne week; no renewals$0.10 per day per item$3.00 per item
Board GamesThree weeks; no renewals$0.10 per day per item$3.00 per item
Fishing equipment - Ozark BranchOne week; no renewalsNo fines (replacement charges apply in case of damage)--
MOBIUS itemsSet by lending library$0.25 per day per item$20.00 per item
  • Board game policies:
    • Must be 18 years old to check out
    • Must sign lending agreement on checkout
    • Can be placed on hold and picked up at Nixa/Clever/Ozark Branch
    • Must be returned to a service desk
    • Full replacement cost will be charged for missing pieces
  • Limit 50 items on card at a time
  • Limit 30 items on hold at a time
  • Limit 10 MOBIUS items on card at a time
  • Renew items in person or by telephone (library hours only) or online
  • View Online Catalog

Available for In-Library Use

  • WiFi & Computers with Internet Access
  • Photocopier
  • Meeting & Study Rooms
  • Puppet Theater and Toys
  • Die Cut Machine (Ozark Branch)
  • Laminator (user must provide pouches)
  • Community Bulletin Board (flyers must be approved)
  • Microfilm Reader / Printer (Ozark Branch)
  • Typewriter (Ozark Branch)
  • Anderson History Room (Ozark Branch)
  • Reference Collection
  • Current Newspapers and Magazines
  • Fax Machine ($0.10 per page)

Connect to WiFi

When you are at Christian County Library branches in Clever, Nixa, Ozark and Sparta, you can connect to our WiFi for free. In the list of available WiFi networks on your device, choose the network called “Library-Guest” or “GuestWireless.” If your device prompts you to sign in, follow the onscreen instructions to load the library’s Acceptable Use Policy. Once you’ve accepted the policy, you can browse freely. Please note: If your device doesn’t prompt you to sign in, open your Internet browser and type the URL of any website. Your device should then load our Acceptable Use Policy. Contact a library staff person if you have any difficulty connecting.

Online Catalog

With the online catalog you can:
  • View Availability
  • Place a Hold
  • Renew Materials
  • Create Reading Lists
  • Suggest New Items