How to Get a Library Card
There is no cost for library cards. Children may obtain their own library card at any age. A parent signature is required for children under 14. Adults must provide identification with their current address. There is a no charge to replace lost library cards.
Stop in to register or fill out an online form.
We are free of fines and we do not impose late charges on our materials. The Marion Public Library Board of Trustees and staff want to ensure that everyone has access to the library’s resources in as barrier-free way as possible. Fines also tend to penalize more vulnerable individuals or families who can’t afford them. We want ALL people to be able to use our resources without money creating a barrier.
Why have we gone fine-free?
It’s good for our community! Our community is stronger and healthier when people have access to programs, services, and materials they need to pursue their educational, career, family, and life goals. Libraries are a place open to anyone and everyone. We hope this will encourage prior users to come back to the library and attract new users to experience our offerings.
When you walk through our doors, we want to do our best to help you, not hassle you about a late fee. Going fine free makes a trip to the library more pleasant for both you and our staff.
Libraries that have adopted fine-free policies found that:
▪ Library card registrations increased
▪ Borrowing of materials increased
▪ More library items were returned
▪ Students returned to the library to use homework resources
▪ Staff time was redirected from fines handling to patron-focused services