Yes, both the Main Library and the Osage County Branch have meeting rooms that can be reserved in advance or checked out if they are not in use. The Main Library has two single-use story pods available that can be used on a first come, first served basis.
You can print documents and images from your phone by downloading the Spot Global app.
You can request a book not owned by the library by completing the Request for Materials form.
Any items placed on hold can be picked up at the library, at a bookmobile stop, at one of our remote lockers, or through our homebound services.
The library has a limited number of wifi hotspots for checkout. They are available for 3 weeks and require a $25 refundable deposit. Call the library at 573-634-2464 to be put on the list for one.
Both library locations accepts donations of books and materials any time we are open. Most items will be sorted and sold at either the Friends of Osage County bookstore or the MRRL/ABLE annual Book Sale.
To renew your library card, you can either call in, come in, or fill out our online library card renewal form.
Online Library Card Renewal Form
Main Library
214 Adams St
Jefferson City, MO 65101
573-634-2464
Osage County Library
1014D Main St
Linn, MO 65051
573-897-2951
Our Reserve a Room page will show you available spaces at the library. Use the filter on the left to find rooms that are available on a specific date and time. Click the Room Details button to learn more about the room or the Reserve this Room button to go to the reservation form. You'll receive an automated notification to confirm your request, an update once the library has reviewed the request, and a reminder before your reservation.
To renew your library card, you can either call in, come in, or fill out our online library card renewal form.
Online Library Card Renewal Form
Main Library
214 Adams St
Jefferson City, MO 65101
573-634-2464
Osage County Library
1014D Main St
Linn, MO 65051
573-897-2951
Books can be returned to either library branch or the bookmobile. They may also be placed in the library drop boxes throughout Cole and Osage Counties.
Drop Box Locations:
| Jefferson City | Cole County | Osage County |
|---|---|---|
| Main Library (Drive-up) – 214 Adams St (S) | Eugene – Cole R-V High School (E) | Linn – Osage County Library (S) |
| Main Library Entrance – Left of Front Doors (S) | Russellville – Community Bank of Russellville (E) | Freeburg – Freeburg Home Center (E) |
| Capital Mall – Inside, on same side as Post Office (TW) Anytime Lockers (TW) | St. Thomas – Speedy B's (E) | Loose Creek – Bescheinen Family Furniture (E) |
| Gerbes East - 2101 Schotthill Woods Drive (MWF) | Taos – St. Francis Xavier School (E) | Westphalia – Joe’s Market (E) Anytime Lockers (W) |
| Jefferson Plaza – 1410 Missouri Blvd (MWF) | Centertown - Shirk's Country Market (W) Anytime Lockers (W) | |
| Samaritan Center – East McCarty Street (MWF) | ||
| Schulte's IGA – 1904 Southwest Boulevard (MWF) |
Pickup schedule key = (S) several times daily; (E) Every other week; (MWF) Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; (W) Weekly; (TW) twice a week
Yes, we have a total of four notaries on staff. There are three at the Main Library and one at the Osage County Branch. Please call ahead for availability.
Both branches of MRRL offer faxing and scanning. Faxing is 50 cents a page.
We love to take the library to you in the community! To request the library bookmobile or book van, contact us at 573-634-2464 or email director, Claudia Young, for availability.