Policies and Services
Computer and Wi-Fi Use

Computer Use

Use of library computers and Internet access is available with a valid library card. Computer check out is for one hour, renewable two times unless there are computer reservations pending.


Children under 18 years of age must have parental/legal guardian permission to use the Internet. Forms giving parental permission must be signed at the library. Inquire at the main desk.


All patrons using the library’s computers must agree to the Computer and Internet Use Policy. 

Computer Help

Reference librarians are available for assistance during normal operating hours.


The library offers Tech Tutoring on the second and third Tuesday of each month at 9:30am in the Gallery Room. These sessions are led by an Information Technology librarian. Drop-in anytime to get assistance.


For self-help:

  • The Public Library Association's DigitalLearn.org offers short introductory classes on a wide variety of topics, such as Getting Started on a Computer, Intro to Email, Creating Resumes, Online Job Searching, Basic Microsoft Word, and more. All classes are free.
  • Our database Testing and Education Reference Center includes tutorials on Microsoft applications Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access. After logging in (you may be required to enter your library card barcode), click "Basic Skills" and then "Microsoft Tutorials." Please note that access is limited to Richmond Memorial Library cardholders.
Wi-Fi Use

The library offers free Wi-Fi access on the network RMLPublic. No registration or sign up is necessary to use Wi-Fi.
For further information see the Wi-Fi Use Policy.

Visitor Computer Use

Visitor passes for computer use are available at the library for those who not anticipate using the Richmond Memorial Library on a regular

basis over an extended period of time and who do not qualify for a resident library card. These passes allow visitors to use the library’s computers for Internet access for one hour with one renewal providing there are no reservations pending. Valid identification must be presented to be issued a visitor card. For further information please see the Computer and Internet Use Policy for Visitors.


Visitors requiring computer use over an extended period of time will be provided with information to obtain a non-resident or temporary library card.