Can New Jersey residents get a New York library card?

The Tri-State Region is home to the States of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Residents of New York City and people who live, work and/or go to School in New York State are all eligible to a Library Card from the New York Public Library, Brooklyn Public Library and Queens Public Library.

Can I check out books from other libraries?

You can borrow titles from any library as long as you have a library card for it. In certain cases, your library may have a partnership with another library or consortium that lets you borrow titles from the partner’s collection using your normal library card.

Are New York public libraries open?

All available libraries across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island are now open with nearly full service. Plus, discover our Bookmobile services.

Can I use my NYPL card in Brooklyn?

Brooklyn and Queens residents are still welcome to apply for a New York Public Library card. Additionally, as a courtesy to other New York City library users, Brooklyn Public Library and Queens Library cardholders may use their existing card, once it is linked to The New York Public Library.

How do I get a NJ state library card?

Please apply for borrowing privileges in person at the State Library, which is located at 185 West State Street in Trenton and present:

1. Proof of New Jersey residency such as:
2. Proof of New Jersey employment plus a valid driver’s license with photo.
3. A valid New Jersey college ID or college library card and photo ID.

How do I check out a book from the library?

Most modern libraries will have two options: either take your books right to the desk for the librarian to check out, or take them to the nearby self-checkout machine. To have the librarian check out your books: When it’s your turn, go up to the desk and place your books and your card on the desk.

How do you check out eBooks from the library?

Go to the website of your local public library and search for “Kindle books” or “eBooks.” At checkout, sign in to your Amazon account and select the device to which you want to send the book. Connect your device to Wi-Fi and download to the title from the Archived Items or Cloud.

Do you need a library card to enter the New York Public library?

PC Reservations. Reserve a computer or laptop for free at any Library location. A valid library card is required.

Can you return NYPL books to Brooklyn Public Library?

The Library offers universal returns – most circulating material (such as books and DVDs) can be returned to any open New York Public Library location in the Bronx, Manhattan or Staten Island, except the Schomburg Center and The Stephen A. Schwarzman Building.

Is Brooklyn Public Library part of NYPL?

The Brooklyn Public Library is one of three separate and independent public library systems in New York City. The other two are the New York Public Library (NYPL), serving the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, and the Queens Public Library, serving Queens.