RML Is a Member Library of PINES

PINES (Public Information Network for Electronic Services) is a unique initiative from the Georgia Public Library Service, Georgia Board of Regents, to bring the vision of a statewide library card for Georgia to reality. Any citizen of the state of Georgia may receive a PINES card that is valid at any PINES library across the state for borrowing materials. The PINES database lists all items owned by the 249 participating libraries, and all PINES library patrons can see and borrow books and other materials from any PINES library. Currently, a PINES library card holder has access to more than 7 million items across the state.

Click here for a list of the PINES participating libraries.

PINES Library Card Policies 

Patrons must have a valid library card to check out materials or use the computers. PINES Library cards are free to all residents of Georgia. Persons who attend school, own property or are employed in Georgia are eligible for a free PINES card. Property owners who do not reside in Georgia may be required to show proof of ownership, such as a tax bill or deed. Persons employed in Georgia or attending school in Georgia may be required to show proof of employment or enrollment.

Out-of-state cards are available to persons living outside Georgia who do not meet the above criteria for a $25 annual fee, payable at the time the card is issued.

Signing a PINES card application denotes acceptance of responsibility for lost or damaged materials.

There is no minimum age for a child to receive a PINES card. A parent or legal guardian may register a child. Parent or guardian must show proper ID to register a child. A parent or guardian must sign the application for all children under 18.

Proper identification must be presented to register. An applicant for a new card is required to provide proper ID, which includes current local address. Acceptable ID for receiving a PINES card includes: a) photo ID showing current local address, OR b) photo ID and one item from approved list (see below) showing current, local address (if photo ID does not have correct address), OR c) TWO (2) items from approved list showing current, local address. Acceptable ID includes valid driver's license, valid voter registration card, checks with pre-printed addresses, a utility bill, tax receipt or other piece of mail that shows the user's name and present address.

Applicants for a card must complete and sign an application form, available at any PINES participating library's circulation desk.

As a member of the PINES system, you may use your card in many cities throughout the state of Georgia .

Please remember, you are responsible for any items checked out on your card. If your card is lost or stolen please report it to us as soon as possible.

RML Circulation Policies

Loan periods:

Books, CDs, Magazines, Audio Books and Vertical File – 2 weeks

Videos: 1 week

AV Equipment – 3 days

Renewal:

Most items may be renewed over the phone. Please call 229-377-3632 ext. 112 or 113 on or before the due date and have your library card number ready.

Overdue fines:

10 cents a day for books, CDs, Audio Books, Magazines, & Vertical File

50 cents a day for videos, DVDs, and AV equipment