The Library is open, including seating, study rooms, and Express Computer Stations. Masks must be worn during high risk hours (Mon-Fri, 9-10am). Otherwise, masks are recommended but not required while visiting the Library. Click here for information about Curbside Pickup.
Carol Stream residents aged 13+ can register online for a library card by clicking here.
When the Library building re-opens, if you are a resident of Carol Stream and you want to open a new account or need a replacement card, you can bring in a current government-issued photo identification and a document that verifies residency.
Forms of identification include current:
Residency verification documents must be issued within the current year and have applicant’s name on one of the following:
Your Carol Stream Library account will be registered at the following public libraries:
Resident accounts are automatically renewed after a period of three (3) years or until a minor’s 18th birthday.
Residents under 18 years old may have an individual borrower’s card. The parents/legal guardian of residents under age 18 must sign the minor’s application and provide the required residency verification in person.
Resident accounts are automatically renewed after a period of three (3) years or until a minor’s 18th birthday.
When a juvenile account reaches $20 in charges, the borrowing privileges of the responsible party are also blocked until payment is made to bring total under $20.
Non-residents who are not served by another public library may acquire a library card by paying a fee based on property valuation, comparable to the costs paid by residents of the Village of Carol Stream.
Lost or stolen library cards should be reported to the Library immediately to prevent unauthorized use. The cardholder is responsible for all items checked out on their lost or stolen card along with any fines, fees, or damages incurred prior to the date the library is notified.
Library notifications you may receive via email:
Also available: Phone and text notifications