Getting a Library Card is as Easy as 1-2-3
Step 1: Check if you’re a district resident.
Fountaindale Public Library cards are available free of charge to residents who live within our district boundaries. Not sure if you live in our district? Enter your address on the map below to find out.
Please note, this map is an approximation of our district boundaries. Your tax bill ultimately defines your residency within our district. If you have a tax bill for your home, simply look to see if it lists Fountaindale Public Library District (Foun Pub Lib Dist). For questions about your tax bill and residency, please contact the Will County Clerk at 815.740.4615 or the DuPage County Election Commission at 630.407.5600. The Will County Supervisor of Assessments also offers a property search that shows if Fountaindale Public Library is included in your taxing bodies.
During the time the library is closed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, district residents that don’t already have a library card can apply for a temporary card by filling out the “register now” form on our OPAC.
- Filling out the form will give you instant access to your account and our catalog.
- Within 24 hours, a Fountaindale staff member will contact you to verify your card is active. At that time, you can start using our digital collection and eResources.
- Your library card is good for 30 days. Once we reopen, you must come to the library in person with two forms of identification (see below) to receive your physical library card.
Step 2: Gather two forms of identification.
Please bring in two forms of identification (ID) that show your current Bolingbrook address. One form of ID must have a photo.
Common forms of ID:
- Driver’s License, Permit or State ID
- Current or Last Month Bill (Cable TV, Utility, Credit Card, Etc.)
- Passport
- Tax Bill
- Bank Statement
- Mortgage or Lease
View our full list of acceptable forms of identification.
Step 3: Come in and apply.
Visit the 1st Floor Information Desk or the Bookmobile to complete an application. Please bring your two forms of identification with you. Save time by completing the application prior to your visit. Residents under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at the time of application.
Library Card Application (English) Biblioteca Solicitud de Tarjeta (Spanish)
Residents may also apply for a temporary library card online. Your temporary card number can be used to place holds on items, but you must complete the registration process as stated above in order to check out items, register for events and enjoy the full benefits of your new library card.
Specialty Library Cards
Learn how to get a library card for businesses, property owners, educators, temporary visitors, residents in transition, nonresidents and reciprocal borrowers. Learn more…
Renew Your Library Card
Your card does not expire, however you will need to complete an address check every three years. Simply bring your current Fountaindale Public Library card and a photo ID to Circulation on the 1st floor to renew your card.
Report a Lost Library Card
If you have lost your library card, please contact us immediately at 630.759.2102. We will block your account until you come in to set up a replacement card at no cost. Please note, you are responsible for any materials checked out on a lost card that is not reported.
