Alma Branch Library 

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Alma Branch

115 West 3rd Street
P.O. Box 420
Alma, Kansas  66401-0420

Telephone / Fax:  785-765-3647

Email Address:  powabalm@gmail.com

Branch Librarian: Joyce Mathies

Assistant Branch Librarian: Paula Moege

Substitute Librarian: Carole Moege

Substitute Librarian: Deb Thierer

Substitute Librarian: Marilyn Hund

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Library Hours:

Wednesday:  9:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m., 12:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, Saturday and Sunday:  CLOSED

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Story Time for 3 to 5 year olds                                                        

Tuesday Mornings 10:00-10:30 a.m. from September to April.                                        
 

Summertime Reading Program for children through the eighth grade           

Young readers keep track of the books they read over the summer and write them down at the library.  Small prizes are awarded as reading goals are reached. Dates to be announced as the summer season approaches or call the library.

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Our Collection

Alma Branch Library maintains approximately 19,500 total books, including adult fiction and non-fiction in regular and large print; juvenile fiction, non-fiction and easy-readers for children; audio cassettes for adults and a few educational video cassettes.  New titles are constantly being added to our collection.  In addition, we also have several popular magazines and local newspapers.  

Please to see the most recent list of new books added to the Pottawatomie-Wabaunsee Regional Library. 

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Public Computers and Internet Access

Alma Branch Library has three public computers with Internet access, various software applications, and printing capabilities available for the public's use. Library computers may be used by the public to check e-mail, complete Internet research, create word processing documents including resumes and reports, and for many other purposes. The cost to the public to utilize computer services will be limited to the cost of printing done by each individual patron. Computers are available on a first come first serve basis and the Library has a set of polices and procedures in place that govern the use of the public machines. A short registration process is required. Limited staff assistance will be available to help the public understand the basics of using the equipment. Please click here to see the Library's Computer and Internet Use Policy.  

NOTE: October 17, 2007

Wireless Access - Locations:

Wireless Access has been installed at all locations of the Pottawatomie Wabaunsee Regional Library. 

Branches are located at St. Marys, Alma, Eskridge, and Onaga. 

Mini Libraries are located at Alta Vista, Harveyville, Olsburg, and Westmoreland.

Wireless Access - Hours:

Wireless access is available for use during the hours the Library location is scheduled to be open.  

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Newspaper Microfilm Collection

We maintain microfilm copies of all available Alma, Kansas area newspapers. We have a reader-printer available for public use with advanced print/save capabilities.  Microfilm copies print to the Library's networked computer printers. Please click here to see computer printer and other copy fees.

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Local Facts 

Alma is the Wabaunsee County Seat

Places of Interest

Wabaunsee County Historical Museum

    227 Missouri Street
    P.O. Box 387
    Alma, KS  66401-0387
    Phone: 785-765-2200

    Hours:

Monday - CLOSED
Tuesday - Saturday - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday - 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wabaunsee County Genealogical Society

Genealogical holdings are in Wabaunsee County Museum

Call museum curator above for current contact person

Links of local and genealogical interest are on our Home Page

Here's an idea worth considering:  Did you know that you can contribute to the library and honor a special person or event at the same time?  When funds are donated for books or other library materials in honor of a friend or loved one the library purchases the materials of choice with reinforced library binding so that it can withstand the rigors of many readings. The library staff would be happy to help you pick out the perfect book to honor the memory of a special friend or celebrate a special occasion such as the birth of a child or grandchild.  A customized book plate with your message can be put in the front of the book and your gift will benefit the entire community for years to come. Ask library staff at your location for more details, and consider giving a gift that will continue to inform and give pleasure to each new reader who discovers it at the Library!!