Patron Account

What's My Pin? Do I Need a New Card?

Melissa — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:12:57 -0400

Having trouble checking on your account? Don't panic! You just need to come in and get a new library card and PIN number. If you don't know your PIN number, just call us and we'll be happy to help you!

We are turning a page on the history of libraries in Centre County by joining our catalog with that of the Centre County Library. Each library will remain its own entity, but we are now sharing resources across the county.

Every library card holder in Centre County will need to exchange their old card for a new federation card. This can be done very easily at the circulation desk as you enter the library.

What does this mean for you?

You can place holds on items from public libraries in Bellefonte, Centre Hall, Aaronsburg, Philipsburg, and, of course State College. In the past these items would need to be placed on Interlibrary Loan, which can take some time to process.
Items from the above locations will be delivered to the library you specify.
You can pay your fines at any public library location.
You can return your items to any public library in the county.
Our catalog is now expanded to include all items available here and at the Centre County Library locations.

The Centre County Federation of Public Libraries - Easy Efficient and now EVERYWHERE!

Please let us know what you think of our new services!

Loan Periods and Item Renewals

Jeremy — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:58:13 -0400

Most library items circulate for three weeks and may be renewed twice, except when an item has been requested by another patron, in which case the item will be recalled after the initial loan period. Exceptions to the standard loan period include DVD's, which circulate for three days, and reference items, which circulate for 24 hours. The library also lends audio visual equipment, which have variable loan periods.

Report a Library Card Lost or Stolen?

Jeremy — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 12:29:06 -0400

If your library card is lost or stolen, please contact the Circulation Department immediately at 235-7815 to avoid any unauthorized use of your card. An employee will make a notation on your account and request that you purchase a new card the next time you visit the library.

Pay My Fine?

Nathaniel — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:56:59 -0400

The library accepts cash, checks, Visa, Mastercard or Discover card as payment. All fine payments can be made in person at the Circulation Desk. Credit card payments can also be made at any of the Self Check-Out machines or checks can be mailed to the library. Please include your name and library card number on any mailed check payments and send them to the attention of the "Circulation Department". We cannot accept online or telephone credit card payments for fines at this time.

Get a Library Card?

Nathaniel — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 16:47:19 -0400

To get a library card you will need:

1) Completed Application Form

2) Photo ID

All residents of Pennsylvania, including temporary residents, are eligible to receive a library card. In order to be issued a card, you must apply in person, fill out an application form, and present some type of photo identification. The ID does not, however, have to be a Pennsylvania ID. Library card applications can be obtained through the link on the left or at the front desk of the library. Children under the age of 12 must have a parent/guardian present in order to obtain a library card and the parent/guardian must present ID. Children aged 12 and over who do not have their own ID may also obtain a library card if a parent/guardian is with them and that person presents ID. In all cases, the person applying for the library card must be present at the time it is issued.