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1. Where is the Destin Library?

The library is located on the extreme West end of Destin at 150 Sibert Avenue. If you are driving from the East, take Highway 98 heading West, turn right on Calhoun Avenue at the foot of the Marler Bridge, and bear right onto Sibert Avenue. If you are driving from the West, take Highway 98 heading East, turn left at the foot of the Marler Bridge onto Calhoun Avenue, and bear right onto Sibert Avenue. We are located on the right. Map it!

2. How do I get a library card?

Okaloosa County residents may obtain a library card free of charge. A picture ID and proof of permanent residency (i.e. property record search, utility bill) are required. Out-of-county residents may obtain a library card for an annual fee of $36. A picture ID is required. Seasonal visitors may purchase a temporary six-month card for $26, entitling you to full library privileges. See the 'About Us' page for more information.

3. How do I access my online catalog account?

Every Destin Library patron is automatically given an account in our online catalog system.

To access it, follow these steps:
1. Navigate to readokaloosa.org.
2. Click on the "Log In" link in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
3. Type your 14-digit barcode number (located on the back of your library card) into the first box.
4. Type your PIN into the second box. Your default pin (to be used for your first sign-on) will be "CHANGEME". You may change your pin after your first sign-on.
5. Click the "Log In" button. Online Access

4. How do I place a "hold" on library materials?

To place a hold, please log into your account. Locate the material you would like to request and select “Place Hold,” which is underlined and in blue type. Be sure to select your “Pick-Up” library so your materials will be delivered to the library of your choice.

5. How do I renew my library materials?

To renew your materials, simply log into your account, select “My Account” on the upper toolbar and click “Renew My Materials.” If your materials are overdue, you will need to contact the respective library to renew them. New materials and DVDs cannot be renewed except in rare emergency situations. Please contact the respective library if such a situation occurs.

6. How do I request an interlibrary loan?

To request materials from one of the other five libraries in the Okaloosa County Public Library Cooperative, you may access your account online and search “All Libraries.” To request materials from other libraries in the state of Florida, please contact Sandee Kelly at (850) 837-8572.

7. How do I access Ancestry.com?

You must use the library’s designated Ancestry.com computer in the library and have a valid Okaloosa County library card to access Ancestry.com. You may call the library to reserve a two-hour block of time. Heritage Quest Online

8. How do I access ePrep?

To access ePrep, an online college entrance exam preparation course, a valid Okaloosa County library card is required. You may sign up at the Destin Library and access ePrep from home 24 hours a day, seven days a week. A user name and password will be provided upon registration. You may log in now if you are already registered. ePrep

9. How do I sign up for computer classes?

To schedule a one-on-one technology education class, please call the Library. These classes must be scheduled in advance to ensure that a staffmember who can assist you with your technology needs is available for you. A full listing of staff competencies and availability is provided on our Technology Education page.

Group classes are also periodically scheduled; for more information about group classes, visit our Technology Education page. Visit our 'Technology Education' page.

10. How can I support the Destin Library?

The Friends of the Destin Library is a non-profit organization established to support the library. You may join the Friends for an annual fee of $10 or make a one-time donation. Donations are used to provide the library with equipment, books, DVDs and much more.

The Destin Library accepts monetary donations through the City of Destin and they may be made in person at the library. We also accept books and other materials (except textbooks) that are in good condition if they have been stored in a climate-controlled location.

11. How do I reserve a meeting/study room?

The Calhoun Room and Small Conference Room are available for nonprofit groups and cultural and educational programs. The two small study rooms, digital media lab, and computer instruction lab are available to the public. Please contact the library at (850) 837-8572 for more information.

For people needing a private space to study or work, we also have study carrels in the main library

12. How do I use the library's computer services?

The library has 14 public access computers, a computer instruction/testing lab with 9 computers, and we have free public wi-fi. A valid Okaloosa County library card is required to use the public access computers on a regular basis. Guest passes are available on a limited basis depending on availability; a picture ID is required. Wi-fi is available with or without a library card.

13. Can I volunteer at the Destin Library?

YES! To volunteer at the library, please contact Will Rogers at (850) 837-8572. Bright Futures hours and internships are available to students. Adult volunteers can assist with computer classes, shelving, children’s programs and much more.