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A library card is free and may be obtained by presenting photo ID, proof of current address, and either a Nevada DMV number (driver's license, driver's permit or non-driver identification) or Social Security Number. This library card can be used at the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District, North Las Vegas Library District, and Nellis Air Force Base Library.
The Henderson District Public Library will accept your card for use in their libraries, once you have registered with them. You will need picture identification and proof of address.
Replacement fee for a lost card is $1.00.
- Loud or continuous talking or other disturbing noises are not allowed.
- Running and any form of rough housing are not allowed.
- Vulgar or abusive language is not allowed.
- Food and drink are not allowed in the library.
- Shirts and shoes are required in the library.
- Skateboards, roller blades, etc. are not allowed in the library, they must be left at the main desk.
- Children younger than age 10 are not to be left unattended in the Library and must be accompanied by a parent, an older sibling or other responsible care-giver with delegated parental responsibility: public school or pre-school teacher, sitter or other official care-giver. If a child is left at the Library past closing, library staff will attempt to contact parents for 15 minutes past closing. After 15 minutes, staff will contact the Boulder City Police Dept. Under no circumstances will staff provide the child a ride home in personal cars or otherwise assume personal charge of the child.
- No more than 4 people are allowed at any table.
- Boulder City Library staff members may call upon the Boulder City Police, if necessary, to enforce these rules.
Adult Collection
The Boulder City Library maintains collections of both Fiction and Non-fiction books for adults. Items added to the Fiction collection include a variety of books of general interest, with special emphasis on Mysteries and Westerns. Items added to the Non-fiction collection include books on all topics, with an emphasis on how to, cooking, sailing, golf, and travel. Items can also be borrowed from the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District, North Las Vegas Library District, and Nellis Air Force Base Library. Requests for these materials can be made online through the Library Catalog, or from staff at the Reference Desk.
Also available are downloadable ebooks which can be read on a computer or some hand held devices. Access to these items is through Las Vegas Clark County Library District's Ebook site. You will need your library card number to check items out, and we suggest you read the help section for first time users. There is software and a security update that need to be installed on your computer.
Reference
The Boulder City Library maintains a collection of non-circulating reference books designed to assist in answering most common questions. Due to the limitations of our size, we do not always have the answer to every question, but we will make every effort possible.
Children's Department
The Boulder City Library maintains a large collection of books appropriate for several different reading/age levels. This includes Browser/Board books for babies, Picture books for all ages, Easy Reader/Transitional books for K-1 and 2-3 grade readers, Juvenile fiction and Young Adult fiction, as well as a non-fiction books. Each of these collections is housed in a different area of the library, but all are to your left as you enter the building from the lobby. If you have any trouble finding the appropriate collection, please ask us. Childrens items can also be borrowed from the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District, North Las Vegas Library District, and Nellis Air Force Base Library. Requests for these materials can be made online through the Library Catalog, or from staff at the Reference Desk.
Also available are downloadable ebooks, audio books, music and videos which can be accessed on a computer or some hand held devices. Access to these items is through Las Vegas Clark County Library District's Ebook site. You will need your library card number to check items out, and we suggest you read the help section for first time users. There is software and a security update that need to be installed on your computer.
Nevada Room
The Boulder City Library maintains a collection of local history and local interest books, with an emphasis on the building of Hoover Dam and related topics.
To borrow items from the Boulder City Library, you must have your library card with you. All Boulder City Library items check out for 3 weeks.
Audio Books
The Boulder City Library maintains collections of both Fiction and Non-fiction audio books for adults. Also available are downloadable audio books which can be played on a computer of mp3 player. Access to these items is through Las Vegas Clark County Library District's Ebook site. You will need your library card number to check items out, and we suggest you read the help section for first time users. There is software and a security update that need to be installed on your computer.
Large Print
The Boulder City Library maintains a collection of Large Print books, both fiction and non-fiction. Items added to this collection include books from various Best Seller lists, classics, Mysteries, and Westerns.
Music
The Boulder City Library maintains a collection of music cds. Our cds are divided by the following catagories: Big Band, Blues, Bluegrass, Christams, Classical, Country Western, Dance, Easy Listening, Folk, Instructional, Insturmental, International, Jazz, Miscellaneous, New Age, Opera, Pop, R&B, Show, Soundtrack, and Spiritual. There is a limit of 5 CDs per visit. Also available is downloadable music. Access to this is through Las Vegas Clark County Library District's Ebook site. You will need your library card number to check items out, and we suggest you read the help section for first time users. There is software and a security update that need to be installed on your computer.
Periodicals
The Boulder City Library houses a large collection of periodicals, both magazines and newspapers. Periodicals list. The current/most recent issue of each title does not check out, but older issues can be checked out. There is a limit of 10 items at a time.
Spanish Books
The Boulder City Library has a small collection of books in Spanish. At the current time, most of our fiction books in Spanish are Large Print and non-fiction books are regular print. We also have a small collection of Reference books in Spanish.
Video tapes and DVDs
The Boulder City Library maintains a small collection of general interest videos for adults and children. The front and back covers of the videos are displayed for your selection. There is a limit of 5 per visit.
Overdue Items
All Boulder City Library items have an overdue fine of $.10 a day, with a maximum of $1.00. CDs, VHS tapes and DVDs have a limit of 5 each. Back issues of Magazines do check out, and there is a limit of 10. Any item that is 60 days overdue is considered lost and you will be billed for the replacement cost. When overdue charges total $2.50 or more, borrowing privileges are revoked until fines are paid. Items requested and borrowed from other libraries may have different check out limits and fines in accordance with the policies of the library that owns the item.
Book Swap
The Boulder City Library maintains a paperback book swap. This consists of 3 racks of paperbacks which may be borrowed without a library card. We ask that you limit yourself to taking 10 or less per week, that you tell us how many you are taking, and that you bring them back when you are finished. If you have books you would like to donate to our book swap, we are currently accepting new-ish best sellers in good condition.
Community Rooms
The Boulder City Library offers two different sized meeting rooms for use, there is a folding divider between the two that can be opened to accommodate larger groups. Meeting room reservations must be made with either Anne or Carolyn. Community Room Policy, Application for Use, and Information.
Computers
The Boulder City Library maintains computers for public use. To use any of the computers in the Boulder City Library, you must have a valid local library card in good standing, and a computer sticker. The computer sticker may be obtained by reading and signing our Computer Responsibility Statement at the Reference Desk.
We have 12 PCs with Internet access (10 unfiltered, 2 filtered), word processing and spreadsheet applications. Anyone under the age of 18, who wishes to access the internet must use one of the filtered computers, unless we have written permission from a parent. If you are a parent and wish to give your child unfiltered internet access, please come in with your ID and your child to fill out the form.
Copier
The Boulder City Library maintains a copier for public use. This copier is located to your left as you enter the main part of the building from the lobby. Copies are currently 10 cents a page.
Interlibrary Loan
The Boulder City Library offers Interlibrary Loan Service for materials that can not be obtained from local co-operating libraries. This service is available to Boulder City Library patrons with valid library cards. The maximum number of requests is three per person at one time. Interlibrary Loan request forms are available at and should be returned to the Circulation desk. The minimum length of time to obtain books is 7 working days, some hard to find books will take longer (sometimes a month or more). Most Interlibrary Loan books can be checked out for about three weeks and may not be renewed.
Storytime
The Children's Department has regularly scheduled programs and activities for all ages. Their list of scheduled programs and activities is available here.
The Amphitheater in front of the Boulder City Library is managed by the Boulder City Parks and Recreation Department. Please contact them for information about upcoming events or to schedule your own event. Their phone number is 293-9256 or use the email contact form on their department web site.
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