How do I get my King County library card online?

Apply online for an all-access card. You can also activate your card in person at a KCLS library during normal open hours. You will need proof of address and photo ID that shows your date of birth. You’ll receive instructions to complete the process when you get your card in the mail.

What is my Kcls pin?

Your PIN is a combination of four numbers created by you when you apply for a library card. PIN numbers can not be given over the telelphone. If you don’t remember your PIN, contact the nearest local library for help.

Is the King County Library System Open?

All libraries are open.

How big is the King County library?

People visit our catalog 48.8 million times. Mobile Outreach visits 84,774 people. New 10,000 square-foot Tukwila Library opens.

Do library cards expire Kcls?

You may get a library card today without address verification, but you will be limited to checking out 2 items. If you do not bring address verification, the card will expire after 90 days. Receive your library card! Please note, you are responsible for all materials borrowed with your card.

Can you use someone else’s library card?

You may use another person’s card to check out materials if you have the library card with you. Library cardholders are responsible for materials checked out to their card, so we ask that you use your own card for books you are taking out for yourself.

How do I find my library card number without my card?

If you don’t know your library card number, try checking the back of your library card. It may be under the barcode. If you don’t know your PIN, try using the last 4 digits of your phone number or your birthday.

Are King County libraries accepting book donations?

Do you accept book donations? The KCLS Foundation only accepts donations of rare books, large estates, or from business closures. Donated books will typically be sold through our book resale partner, Thrift Books, and the funds will be used for library programs and services at KCLS.

Why is Renton library closed?

The HVAC system malfunctioned and resulted in water damage inside the building. The Renton Library is closed.

How many libraries are in King County?

50 libraries
Today, King County Library System (KCLS) operates 50 libraries serving more than one million patrons across the county.

How many books in King County library system?

KCLS offers a collection of more than 4.1 million items, including books, periodicals, newspapers, audio and videotapes, films, CDs, DVDs and extensive online resources….

Is King County library charging late fees?

As of today, May 4, we have cleared late fines from all library accounts. We call this new initiative A Fresh Start for All. This gives library users a fresh start before we resume charging late fines on September 15. The pandemic placed many hardships on King County communities.

Does Kcls have late fees?

King County Library System wipes all late fees, will resume fines in September. The King County Library System, which hasn’t been charging late fees for books and materials since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, wiped all late fees Wednesday and announced it will start fining procrastinating patrons on Sept.

Can two people share a library card on Libby?

Yes. If you’re using the Libby app, your ebooks will sync across devices when you sign in with the same library card or use a setup code to set up Libby on multiple devices.

What’s the difference between Libby and OverDrive?

Libby is a new app released by OverDrive. It has the same collection of titles as the OverDrive app – it’s just a different way to access the same digital library collection. Libby is a fast and attractive digital browsing experience.

What happens if you forget your library card number?

You can also try to find your card number or PIN: For your card number, try checking the back of your library card or checking past emails from your library. For your PIN or password, try using the last four digits of your phone number or your birthday.

What is your library card number?

Your library card number (also called your patron ID or account number) is the 14-digit number found on your library card, near the barcode.

Can I donate books to my local library?

Your local library can provide acceptable donation guidelines. Most public libraries in the United States accept gift books with the proviso that the library is free to decide whether to keep the book in the library’s collection, put it in a book sale to raise funds for the library, or discard it.

Where can I donate encyclopedias near me?

If you’re looking for a more purposeful use for your old encyclopedias, try local schools and libraries. Schools can use the encyclopedias in classrooms or in their library, and local libraries sometimes use donated books to stock shelves.

How many libraries are in Kcls?

It consists of 50 libraries, a Traveling Library Center, a mobile TechLab, and the ABC Express children’s library van. KCLS offers a collection of more than 4.1 million items, including books, periodicals, newspapers, audio and videotapes, films, CDs, DVDs and extensive online resources.

Are Seattle libraries open?

Thu 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fri 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sat 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

How is KCLS funded?

KCLS’ annual budget is funded predominantly through property tax revenues. Today, King County Library System (KCLS) operates 50 libraries serving more than one million patrons across the county.

Does King County Library have fines?

Can you renew on Libby?

You can renew a book in Libby as long as no one else is waiting for that title. The option to renew becomes available a few days before the book is due. To renew a title in Libby: Tap the bookshelf icon, then tap loans at the top of the screen.