Library Guidelines

  • The Resource Lending Library is open Monday thru Thursday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

  • The books and materials are checked out to you for a 2-week loan period.

  • Members may bring back materials prior to the due date and check out new items.

  • Renewal of items can be done over the phone unless the selected items are on reserve for another member.

  • All overdue items must be returned before any new materials may be checked out.

  • The maximum number of items to be checked out are 10 per visit. Toys and materials should be sanitized prior to returning.



  • Craven Smart Start, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that administers Smart Start funds and programs in Craven County. Smart Start is designed to ensure that young children enter school healthy and ready to succeed. Donations are tax deductible. Financial information about this organization and copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 919-807-2214. The license is not an endorsement by the State.