Library Cards – Chicago Public Library https://www.chipublib.org Mon, 26 Jun 2023 19:31:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://cor-liv-cdn-static.bibliocommons.com/images/IL-CPL/favicon.ico?1701792195459 Library Cards – Chicago Public Library https://www.chipublib.org 32 32 What is the 81 Club and how can students participate in it? https://www.chipublib.org/faqs/what-is-the-81-club-and-how-can-students-participate-in-it/ Tue, 29 Nov 2022 20:34:26 +0000 https://www.chipublib.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9745984 The 81 Club is a partnership between Chicago Public Library and Chicago Public Schools that removes barriers for students and teachers all over Chicago to access CPL resources. Students can participate in the classroom as well as with their new student card. The student card is valid for the entire year (including summer) and will need to be updated annually one year from the date the card was issued.

Learn more about the 81 Club.

]]> How can teachers participate in the 81 Club? https://www.chipublib.org/faqs/how-can-teachers-participate-in-the-81-club/ Tue, 29 Nov 2022 20:00:38 +0000 https://www.chipublib.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9746006 All Chicago Public Schools teachers have an eTeach card that allows access to a number of digital resources to use in their classrooms.

]]> What is the difference between the 81 Club student card and a regular CPL card? https://www.chipublib.org/faqs/what-is-the-difference-between-the-81-club-student-card-and-a-regular-cpl-card/ Tue, 29 Nov 2022 20:00:23 +0000 https://www.chipublib.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9746004 The 81 Club student card removes the barrier of students needing to provide identification and a signed application from a parent/guarantor. The student card is more limited than a regular CPL card, in that students will be able to check out only 5 physical items. Restrictions that apply to regular CPL cardholders 13 and under also apply to the student card (e.g., no museum passes, hotspots or Chromebooks).

]]> Are 81 Club student cards available to students in non-CPS schools? https://www.chipublib.org/faqs/are-81-club-student-cards-available-to-students-in-non-cps-schools/ Thu, 03 Nov 2022 19:35:32 +0000 https://www.chipublib.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9745992 Yes, 81 Club student cards are available for all students from kindergarten through grade 12 in the city of Chicago, regardless of school enrollment or precise age.

]]> What about library cards for kids? https://www.chipublib.org/faqs/what-about-library-cards-for-kids/ Thu, 03 Nov 2022 19:00:58 +0000 http://chicago.bibliocms.com/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=4791 Children under 14 are eligible for a juvenile card. A parent or guarantor needs to sign the child’s library card application and show one piece of ID with home address.

Chicago students can also visit any CPL location and request an 81 Club student card.

]]> What about library cards for high school students? https://www.chipublib.org/faqs/what-about-library-cards-for-high-school-students/ Thu, 03 Nov 2022 19:00:07 +0000 http://chicago.bibliocms.com/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=18581 If you are 14 or older, you may show your current, valid student ID from a Chicago high school as one form of ID when getting a library card. You'll need to show another piece of ID that includes your home address.

Library cards for teens 14 to 17 have the same privileges as library cards for adults, except that teens under 18 cannot check out Digital Museum Passes.

Chicago students can also visit any CPL location and request an 81 Club student card.

]]> How do I update my child’s card when it’s about to expire or expired? https://www.chipublib.org/faqs/how-do-i-update-my-childs-card-when-its-about-to-expire-or-expired/ Tue, 29 Jun 2021 19:59:21 +0000 https://www.chipublib.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9722960 To update your child’s card:

You’ll need to show proof of address to complete the process. If updating your child's card by phone or online, please show proof of address on your next visit to the library.

Updates via the online form can take up to 48 hours to take effect.

]]> How do I update my card when it’s about to expire or expired? https://www.chipublib.org/faqs/how-to-i-update-an-about-to-expire-or-expired-card/ Tue, 29 Jun 2021 19:51:19 +0000 https://www.chipublib.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9722958 To update/renew your card:

You’ll need to show current, valid ID with your name and address to complete the process. If updating your card by phone or online, please show ID on your next visit to the library.

Updates via the online form can take up to 48 hours to take effect.

Reciprocal Library Cardholders

If you’re a reciprocal library cardholder, we'll need to get verification from your home library. The expiration date of your CPL card will be the same as the expiration date of your card at your home library. When updating your card in person, please show your current library card from your home library.

]]> What if I want to use a name other than the name on my ID? https://www.chipublib.org/faqs/what-if-i-want-to-use-a-name-other-than-the-name-on-my-id/ Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:50:57 +0000 https://www.chipublib.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9719862 CPL allows for you to choose the name that you want to use on your library card. An accepted form of ID is still required to get a card or update your address.

]]> Does my child’s library card expire? https://www.chipublib.org/faqs/does-my-childs-library-card-expire/ Thu, 30 Jul 2015 11:41:36 +0000 https://www.chipublib.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=102554 Yes, Chicago Public Library cards must be updated every three years, including those for children (under 14). Please ask for the expiration date of your child’s library card at any CPL location or view their expiration date in their account. If you’ve added your email address to your child’s account, you’ll receive an email letting you know when the card’s expiration date is approaching.

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