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How to Get a Library Card

To apply for a library card, complete an application at either the Harrison Library or Park Branch. The library requires identification which verifies your address in Monterey, Santa Cruz, or San Benito counties.

Proof of address can include:

Driver's License	Utility Bill
Printed Bank Checks
Rental Agreement	Property Tax Statement

The library does not accept the following for the purpose of identification: 

     Other library cards
     Mail
     Business Cards

Universal Borrowing: If you live in the State of California, you are eligible to sign up for a free library card. All you need to do is bring in your library card from your home library AND a photo ID.

Children Under 14: A parent or legal guardian's signature is required for children under 14.

Secondary School Students: A student ID card is accepted for secondary students

YOUR LIBRARY CARD IS YOUR PASSPORT THAT ALLOWS YOU TO BORROW LIBRARY MATERIALS. PLEASE BE SURE TO BRING IT WITH YOU IF YOU WISH TO CHECK OUT LIBRARY MATERIALS.

Library Card Fees

The Harrison Memorial Library provides free library services to residents of California. The library receives NO DIRECT TAX DOLLARS for providing these services to community members who are not residents of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Gifts to The Carmel Public Library Foundation and Friends of Harrison Memorial Library provide the ONLY funds available to purchase new books, magazines, audio visual materials and computer resources.

Visitors

Visitors from outside of California may obtain a library card for a fee of $5 per month. Proof of home residence is required.

Lost Cards

A replacement fee of $2 is charged for a lost library card.