The library system has collections of nearly 90,000 items including books, videos, audio tapes and magazines. There are three library buildings including the headquarters library, known as the Blue Ridge Library, on U.S. 460 East, the Fincastle Branch Library and the Buchanan Branch Library. Any resident of the Roanoke Valley who is at least 5 years old may apply for a free borrower's card. Children under the age of 13 will need a parent or guardian to sign the application too. Applicants for cards need to present some proof of permanent address such as a driver's license, bill, check, or a letter addressed to you.
Loan periods vary by type of material.
Most books and audio tapes may be borrowed for a period of four weeks but some new and high-demand items may be borrowed for only two weeks. Magazines and CD-ROMs may be borrowed for two weeks and videos may be borrowed for three days. Most items may be renewed once, in person or by telephone. The Botetourt library system is part of the Roanoke Area Libraries group which share a common borrower's card and computer catalog. Botetourt patrons may also obtain books and other materials from the collections of the Roanoke City, Roanoke County, and Salem libraries at no charge.