How to get a New Buffalo Township Library Card
Who qualifies:
Residents of New Buffalo Township, City of New Buffalo, or Chikaming Township
Requirements:
- Completed application
- A valid photo ID or driver’s license
- Proof of residency or property ownership within our service area (this includes documentation for boat slip ownership)
- Acceptable documents for proof include a utility bill, tax bill, lease or similar official document.
- If your photo ID or license displays a current, eligible address, no additional documentation is required.
Details:
- Free card valid for 1 year
- Renewable annually with updated documentation
- All outstanding fines and obligations must be paid before the card can be renewed
Renters/Lessees:
- Proof of residency (see above)
- Short-term renters (less than 6 months) must purchase a non-resident card (see below)
Children and Library Cards
- Children age 5 and older are encouraged to obtain their own card
- A parent or guardian must sign for minors under age 18, accepting responsibility for any materials borrowed or fees incurred
Non-Resident Cards
Who qualifies:
Anyone who does not live in or own property in New Buffalo Township, the City of New Buffalo, or Chikaming Township, and is not served by a library with a reciprocal agreement.
Details:
- Annual fee: $50
- Completed application
- Must present photo ID and proof of current address
- Subject to the same borrowing rules and responsibilities as resident patrons
- All outstanding fines must be paid before renewal
We offer free library access to reciprocal libraries that include:
- St. Joseph/Maude Preston Public Library
- Bridgman Public Library
- Lincoln Township Public Library
Requirements:
- Home library card in good standing
- Completed application
- Photo ID and proof of address
Details:
- Borrowing privileges valid for 1 year; renewable with updated ID/proof
- Items must be returned to New Buffalo Township Library
- Services like MeL and OverDrive must be accessed at the home library
- Library barcode will be affixed to the back of the home card
Versa Card (Apollo Shared Catalog)
Patrons whose home libraries share our Versa Catalog system may use their library card from their home library, listed below, to borrow library materials. All services, such as Mel, Libby, & Hoopla must be obtained at their home library.
- Three Oaks Township Public Library, Three Oaks, MI (6 miles)
- Galien Township Library, Galien, MI (12 miles)
- Buchanan District Library, Buchanan, MI (19 miles)
- Berrien Springs Community Library, Berrien Springs, MI (23 miles)
- Sodus Township Library, Sodus, MI (25 miles)
- Eau Claire District Library, MI (26 miles)
- Coloma Public Library, Coloma, MI (35 miles)
- Watervliet District Library, Watervliet, MI (36 miles)
- Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library, Marcellus, MI (50 miles)
