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Temporary Library Card Services
Berwyn residents - Need a library card to use Streaming or Curbside? Click here for a temporary card number. Existing cardholders: Cards expiring between March 2020 and February 2021 have been extended to March 2021. Questions? Email circulation@berwynlibrary.org or call 708-795-8000 ext. 0.
Standard Library Card Services
Every Berwyn resident is encouraged to obtain a current Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS) card. For applicants who are minors and who cannot present a high school ID, a parent or legal guardian must be present to accept responsibility for the minor’s account.
Applicant must verify identity and residency by choosing one option from each column below:
Photo ID
A) Present government issued photo ID
- Must show responsible party’s name
- May be either State or Federal
- Matricula card accepted
B) Present high school issued photo ID
- Must show responsible party’s name
- Must be valid for the current school year
Residence
A) Show one:
- Current lease or mortgage statement
- Utility bill, revolving account, or bank statement issued within past 30 days in paper or electronic format
- Official first class mail postmarked within past 30 days – Items marked “Or Current Resident” are not acceptable
- Current car registration or auto insurance
If you don't have a document from the residence column, you may verify residency by having the library card mailed to you (no PO Boxes). For information on updating your account or replacing a lost or stolen card, please read the full Circulation Policy here.
Get a Museum Pass
Receive free admission or a discount at Chicago area cultural destinations. Adult Berwyn Library cardholders are eligible to receive a pass to one museum per week.
Illinois public library cardholders get offers from museums, park districts, historical societies, performing and visual arts centers, and other attractions.