How To Get A Library Card
All Westchester residents may apply for a library card, free of
charge. Two pieces of identification with proof of current residency
are required. Additionally, minors are required to have their parents
or guardians present to sign the application form, prove residency,
and acknowledge responsibility for materials borrowed.
Who may borrow from the Westchester Public Library?
- All patrons with a valid Westchester Public Library card or
a library card from another public library participating in the
SWAN online catalog system;
- All other patrons with a valid library card from another public
library provided they register to have a patron record on the
SWAN online catalog system;
- Chicago Public Library cardholders may apply for borrowing privileges
at Westchester Public Library, provided they present a valid Chicago
Public Library card and two forms of identification verifying
Chicago residency;
- Non-resident owners of taxable Westchester property or businesses
may apply for borrowing privileges at Westchester Public Library.
These “LOCAL USE ONLY” cards will be issued upon completion
of an application form, presentation of proper identification
and a current tax bill, or upon presentation of proper identification
and letter on the business’s stationary requesting such
service, signed by a business owner or officer;
- Only one card will be issued for each taxable parcel or business;
the card expires after 1 year, and is renewable.
For further information, please call (708) 562-3573 or speak with
our Circulation Department staff.
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