The library provides free cards to anyone who lives, works, or attends school in Elmwood Park, with the following requirements:

Adults (Residents)

Required for registration:

• Full name
• Full street address (P.O. Box not accepted)
• Home and/or mobile phone number
• Driver’s license or proof of local residency (mail, utility bill, tax bill, or bank statement with name and address)
• Email address (optional)
• All under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent with proof of residency

Youth/Student (Residents)

Minors up to age 18 are eligible. Children may get a card upon entering kindergarten or when able to write their full name.

Required:

• Minor’s full name
• Full street address
• Parent’s phone number
• Proof of residency or parent’s library card
• Birth date
• Parent’s signature (required through grade 8)

Courtesy Cards (Nonresidents)

Available to those who work or attend school in Elmwood Park but do not have a BCCLS card.

• Proof of employment or enrollment in Elmwood Park is required
• Free for one year
• Valid only at Elmwood Park Library

Subscription Cards (Nonresidents)

Available to nonresidents without a BCCLS library:

• $10 annual fee
• Use is limited to Elmwood Park Library only
• No access to other BCCLS libraries or eBCCLS resources