Reference Material
The library offers the following materials for use in the library only.
Reference Books
The library offers reference books on a variety of subjects. For more information on the library's reference book holdings please call the library or use our online catalog.
Genealogy Materials
The library has a collection of genealogy materials for use in the library. Some genealogy items can also be checked out.
Local History
The library has many local and state history references. Materials on the Town of Speedway, City of Indianapolis, State of Indiana, and local businesses can be accessed in the local history area. The library also has back issues of the Speedway Flyer on microfilm.
Newspapers
Newspapers are for use in the library only. Current newspapers include The Chicago Tribune, The Christian Science Monitor, The Indianapolis Business Journal, The Indianapolis Recorder, The Indianapolis Star, USA Today, and back issues of The Speedway Town Press and The Westside Messenger.
Circulating Materials
| Type of Material | Loan Period | Fine | Maximum Fine | Maximum Number of items | Maximum Number of renewals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Books-Except Reference | 3 Weeks | No overdue fee** | n/a | No Limit | 2 |
| Magazines | 2 Weeks | No overdue fee** | n/a | 10 | 2 |
| Adult Compact Discs | 2 Weeks | $0.10/day | $2.00 | 10 | 2 |
| Children's Compact Discs | 2 Weeks | $0.10/day | $2.00 | 10 | 2 |
| Adult Playaways | 2 Weeks | $0.10/day | $2.00 | 3 | 1 |
| Children's Playaways | 2 Weeks | $0.10/day | $2.00 | 3 | 1 |
| CD-ROMs | 2 Weeks | $0.10/day | $2.00 | 5 | 2 |
| Adult DVDs | 1 week | $1.00/day | $5.00 | 5 | 1 |
| Children's DVDs | 1 Week | $1.00/day | $5.00 | 5 | 1 |
| Indianapolis 500 Videos | 1 Week | $1.00/day | $5.00 | 5 | 1 |
| Children's Videocassettes | 1 Week | $1.00/day | $5.00 | 20 | 1 |
| STEAM Kits | 2 Weeks | $0.10/day | $2.00 | 1 | 1 |
| Board Games | 2 Weeks | $0.10/day | $2.00 | 1 | 1 |
| Launchpads | 2 Weeks | $0.10/day | $2.00 | 1 | 1 |
| WiFi Hotspots | 2 Weeks | $1.00/day | $5.00 & 2-day wait before another checkout | 1 | 1 |
**Print materials no longer accrue overdue fines. Patrons are still responsible for lost or damaged materials.