Get A Library Card

Full Service Cards

Photo identification and current proof of address is required for all adult patrons (aged 18 and older) before a card can be issued. Please bring a driver’s license, valid passport, employee photo ID, school photo ID, or any valid government photo ID AND a regularly received piece of mail, such as a current utility bill, valid motor vehicle registration or other proof of address to the library when you apply for your card. A post office box is not sufficient. The Library Card is valid for 3 years and can be renewed by providing current updated ID information. A valid email address is required when applying for a library card.

Patrons under the age of 18 require a parent or guardian to be present and to produce proof of their current address in order to issue a card to the child. Parents or guardians are responsible for all materials their child borrows and must sign the application for minors. Guardians must provide proof of guardianship.

This card can be used to check out physical material and download digital resources from the library.

Pin Numbers for Union Public Library cards are set to the last 4 digits of the phone number on file with us. If your pin number is not working, please give us a call and we can reset it for you.

Working in Union Township but not a resident?

In addition to the above, proof of employment in Union (a dated letter on company letterhead from the employer stating that the applicant is employed in Union or a recent pay check receipt which indicates the Union address) must be provided. Non-resident cards are not able to borrow from Stella libraries or request Interlibrary loans. A valid email address is required when applying for a library card. This type of card is valid for one year.

Non-resident Students

All students attending public or private schools or colleges located in Union may obtain a Union Public Library card. Parents or guardians are responsible for children under the age of 18. This type of card is valid for one year. A valid email address is required when applying for a library card. Non-resident students are not able to borrow from Stella libraries or request Interlibrary loans.

Purchased Cards

Out of town residents may purchase a Union Public Library Card for an annual fee of $60. This card category receives all privileges granted to resident card holders except, these cardholders are not eligible to borrow from other Stella member libraries or to request Interlibrary loans. This card category is valid for 1 year. A Purchased Card can be obtained by providing proof of residency, an annual fee, and a completed Union Public Library application form. A valid email address is required when applying for a library card.