Get a Library Card & Check Out Books
Library Cards
All residents of and visitors to Lake County Public Library are eligible to apply for a Library Card. No card will be denied because of economic, political, racial, religious, social status, sexual preference or orientation.
It is the cardholder’s responsibility to inform the Library when any patron information such as name, address, telephone number or email address changes. Incorrect contact information on file does not relieve the patron from responsibility for overdue or lost library materials.
Documentation needed to obtain a library card and expiration periods:
What you need:
- Proof of physical residence in Lake County (for example, an ID, utility bill, lease, or a physical piece of recent mail with patron’s name and physical address) and
- Photo ID (government issued driver’s license or ID, military ID, passport, work ID)
- Must renew card in person, expires after four years
Lake County Youth
- Until the minor reaches the age of 18, the parent or legal guardian is responsible for all items borrowed on the minor’s card.
- Must renew card in person, expires after four years.
- Please update information after the patron turns 18.
Benefits of Resident Card
- Unlimited book checkouts
- Check out term 3 weeks, renewable if there are no holds.
- Unlimited music CD check outs
- Check out term 3 weeks, renewable if there are no holds.
- Audio Books (from library) -
- up to 5 cases.
- Check out term 3 weeks, renewable if there are no holds.
- DVDs
- up to 10 discs.
- Check out term 3 weeks, renewable if there are no holds.
- Video games
- up to 2 games.
- Check out term 3 weeks, renewable if there are no holds.
- Launchpads
- 1 launchpad
- Check out term 3 weeks, renewable if there are no holds.
- iPad
- 1 in library use only, all ages.
- Account must be in good standing.
- VR Headset -
- (12+ unless with adult), in library use only
- Account must be in good standing
- E-Books/E-Audio Books (Libby)
- 5 items
- Check out term 3 weeks, renewable if there are no holds.
- Tool Library
- Must complete Tool Library Orientation first.
- 18+
- up to 10 items at a time.
- 1 week check out period, can be renewed once if there are no holds.
- Library of Things
- Eligible after 30 days
- 1 week check out period, can be renewed once if there are no holds.
- All Ages - Green Tags - 2 items
- 18+ - Purple Tags -2 items
- 18+ Gold Tags - 1 item
- Creation Station
- Must complete an orientation.
- Use is by appointment.
- 1 free blank item per month; additional blank items available for low cost purchase.
- Interlibrary Loan
- Kanopy Membership
- Unlimited kids' content
- 21 tickets per month for non-kids' content
- New York Times Access
- 72 hour pass
- Rolling access for 60 people at a time
- Chilton Library Access
- Auto repair manuals.
- Dozens of Research & Grant Databases
- Some are in library use only.
What you need:
- Colorado library card
- Photo ID (government issued driver’s license or ID, military ID, passport, work ID)
- Must renew card in person, expires after four years
- Click here for more information about the Colorado Library Collaborate program.
Card Benefits
- Check out unlimited Books & Music CDs.
- Check out up to 5 cases of Audio Books (from the library physical copies).
- Check out up to 10 DVD discs at one time.
What you need:
- Photo ID (government issued driver’s license or ID, military ID, passport, work ID).
- $25 deposit, refundable upon return of all materials and satisfactory closing of the account.
- Expires after 3 months.
- Must be renewed in person.
- If deposits are not picked up after the card expires they will be donated to the library after a one-month waiting period.
Card Benefits:
- Unlimited access to Books & Music CDs.
- Up to 5 cases of Audio Books (from the library physical copies) at one time.
- Up to 10 discs of DVDs at one time.
This card is for all ages and does not require an ID to receive borrowing privileges.
What you need:
- Must provide 2 of following 3 ways to contact patron:
- Address
- Phone
- May only check out 3 items at a time
- Book
- Audio Book (from library physical copies)
- DVD discs
- Must renew card in person
- Expires after one year
Pre-register for a Library Card Online!
Lake County residents may pre-register for a library card that is good for 90 days and allows access to some online resources and the ability to place holds. Please bring a picture I.D. and proof of Lake County residency to the library to receive a full privileges card. If you do not have proof of residency, we can still provide an Easy Access card which allows 3 checkouts and expires after 1 year.
This is for new library accounts only - if you already have an account, please call or visit the library.
-Click here to pre-register for a library card-
Library Borrowing Procedures
| Item | Loan Period | Max Items | Renewal | Age Req. | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Books | 3 weeks | Unlimited | Renewable (up to 3x) if no holds | None | All |
| DVD | 3 weeks | 10 discs | Renewable (up to 3x) if no holds | None | All |
| Audiobooks | 3 weeks | 5 cases | Renewable (up to 3x) if no holds | None | All |
| Video Games | 3 weeks | 2 games | 1 renewal if no holds | None | Residents |
| Library of Things | 1 week | 1-2 items | 1 renewal if no holds | 18+ Yellow, Purple Tags | Residents |
| Tool Library | 1 week | 10 items | Renewable (up to 3x) if no holds | 18+ | Residents |
| Launchpads | 3 weeks | 1 item | Renewable (up to 3x) if no holds | None | Residents |
| Ebooks, EAudiobooks | 3 weeks | 5 items | Renewable if no holds | None | Residents |
What is InterLibrary Loan (ILL)?
InterLibrary loan is a service that allows you to request items that are not available in our collection from other libraries in the region.
- These items can be picked up at Lake County Public Library and make take several weeks to arrive.
Items can be requested from our Marmot catalog or through Prospector.
- You will need to sign in using the barcode number found on your library card and your password.
- Contact the library if you need help. You can email us at lcpl@lakecountypubliclibrary.org or call us at (719) 486-0569.
Where do I pick up and return InterLibrary Loan items?
All items are picked up and returned at Lake County Public Library. You treat InterLibrary Loan items just like you would any other item from our library.
Can I renew InterLibrary Loan items?
Yes! InterLibrary Loan items renew just like LCPL items.
For books and DVDs patrons may renew items up to 3 times as long as there are no holds on the item(s). If there are no holds on the item(s), they will renew automatically up to two times. Patrons can add one additional renewal manually.
Prospector loan renewals are dependent upon the policy of the lending library.
Patrons’ borrowing privileges will be revoked when items are 7 days overdue; privileges will be reinstated upon the return of materials. In regards to Tool Library and Library of Things, borrowing privileges will be revoked for 6 months after 3 instances of overdue materials during a one-year period.
We do not charge for lost or damaged children’s or YA books or DVDs, with a limit of ten item fees waived per card per year. If you have questions about what materials are included or what it means for your library account, please contact lcpl@lakecountypubliclibrary.org or call 719-486-0569.
Patrons who have other lost or damaged library materials may either pay the price listed in our database or provide the library with a new copy.
If the patron finds a lost book he or she has paid for, the patron may bring the book into the library to receive a refund. It is up to the discretion of the director, circulation supervisor or most senior staff member present to provide a refund.
Notifications
Card holders can opt in to recieve library notifications through text, email, or phone call. Let front desk staff know if you would like to update your current notification preference.
More Information on Text Notifications:
Once you are signed up, text NOTICES to 844-225-9488 to view the current status of all the opt in/out notices.
The following notices are ON by default. Texting the keyword below (e.g. HOLDS) to 844-225-9488 will turn that type of notice off. Text the keyword again to turn the notice back on.
- HOLDS: This is a notice that you have holds ready to be picked up.
- OVERDUE: This is a notice that things are already overdue.
- RENEW: This is a notice that things will soon be due, and you can renew them.
- FEES: This is a notice that there are fines or fees owed.
- ANNOUNCEMENTS: These notices will feature library closures, etc.
Send all keywords to 844-225-9488.
TEST: Test your connection to the service.
HELP: Get help with a command. E.g., type HELP FEES to get help with that command.
MYBOOKS: Inquire about the status of all of your library items.
IOWEU: Get a list of fines and fees for all registered barcodes.
RHL: Get a list of holds expiring soon.
HL: Get a list of holds that are ready to pick up.
OA: The service will attempt to renew all overdue items and will reply with a list of items that were successfully and unsuccessfully renewed.
OL: Generates a numbered list of all overdue items eligible for renewal.
RA: The service will attempt to renew all items and will reply with a list of items that were successfully and unsuccessfully renewed.
RI: Get a list of items that are coming due and that cannot be renewed.
RL: Generates a numbered list of renewable items.
MYCARDS: Generates a numbered list of the barcodes currently registered to your phone.
ADDEMAIL: Change email on your account.
SWITCHPHONE: Update your phone number or mobile service provider (AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, etc).
RESEND: Receive last message again.
STOP: Immediately remove your number from the text service, no questions asked.
QUIT: Longer way to quit the service. You will be prompted to enter the barcode and will receive a message confirming your request.
