Computers

Each Charles County Public Library branch maintains several computers for free public use. These computers can be accessed by entering your library card number. If you do not have a library card, one of our librarians can issue you a guest pass.

ADA Compliant Computer Workstations

Each branch has one workstation that provides assistive technology to citizens of Maryland protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). These workstations have electric height-adjustable tables with computers, 27 inch monitors, special keyboards, JAWS® screen reader software, MAGic® screen enlarging software, and an Optelec® CCTV that has Optical Character Reading (OCR) capabilities that will read aloud any print text.

** Funding for these workstations was provided through a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).

Charging Stations

Each branch has an imuto smart power portable charging station for use while in the Library.

WiFi Access

We provide free wireless access for customers to use in our branches, as well as our branch parking lots.
 
Looking for other locations in Charles County that provide free WiFi access? Search the American Connection Project by clicking here and entering in your zip code. 

Print/Copy

Since January 2023, we have been experiencing higher supply costs for printing which has affected the cost of providing this service to our customers. Increasing the price of photocopying and poster printing helps us ensure our commitment to providing the very best quality of services to you. The cost changes are outlined below. Please contact us if you have any questions.

  • Photocopies/Print Jobs:

    • B&W: $0.20 per side (formerly $0.10 per side.)

    • Color: $0.25 per side (no change)

The Xerox machines accept coins as well as $1 and $5 bills.

Large Format Printing

The library has a large format printer at our Waldorf West branch that can be used to print poster-sized materials. Starting July 1, 2023, printing prices will be as follows:
  • Poster Printing at Waldorf West:

    • 18″ x 24″: $10.00

    • 24″ x 36″: $15.00

We kindly ask that all poster print jobs be paid for in advance. Note: Remote Printing is not available for poster printing. Please come into the Waldorf West branch to print your posters in person.

Remote Printing

We also have a remote printing service that allows you to submit a print job through our online form and pick up via Curbside Pickup.

Fax

Customers can fax from our branches by using the self-serve fax machines in all of our physical branches. The fee is $1.75 for the first page plus $1.00 for each additional page for faxing in the United States. The fee is $3.95 for the first page plus $3.45 for each additional page for faxing Internationally.

Please note that equipment availability is not guaranteed. We recommend calling the branch you wish to visit for fax service to verify that the machines are in service. 

Items for Sale

For your convenience, Charles County Public Library sells items to help you make the most of your time in the Library.

  • Earbuds: $2.00 + tax
  • Totebags : $2.00 +tax
  • USB Mass Storage: $10.00 + tax