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ABOUT LIBRARY CARDS…<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Please make sure to take care of your library card and don\u2019t let others use it. Borrowers are responsible for all items checked out on their cards. Let us know if your name, address, or telephone number changes and report a lost or stolen card as soon as possible. Lost library cards can be replaced for a $1.00 fee.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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FOR USERS WHO USE THE LIBBY APP (eBOOKS, eMAGAZINES, eAUDIOBOOKS)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Current check outs and holds do not automatically transfer in the Libby app (Overdrive<\/strong><\/em>) if you were issued a new library card. Please contact support if you need to transfer your check outs and holds to your new account. Include your new library card number, old library card number, current position on holds (or wish) list, and current email address. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are the benefits of a Library Card? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With your library card you can borrow books, DVDs, CDs, large print books, circulating magazines, and more! You can also use library computers for Internet access. Cardholders can use most of the library’s online electronic resources 24\/7 from any location where they have an Internet connection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Who is eligible for a Library Card? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Library cards are free to anyone living or owning property in one of our member municipalities<\/strong>; those that pay the county library tax. A reciprocal borrowing agreement allows residents of Monmouth County member municipalities<\/strong> to receive an Ocean County Library card. Ocean County residents with an Ocean County library card are eligible to receive a Monmouth County Library card subject to the terms of the Reciprocal Borrowing Agreement. Paid membership is available for a $100 annual fee for those residing in exempt municipalities<\/strong>. Veterans residing in exempt municipalities<\/strong> who present Proof of Military Service (DD214) are eligible for a 25% discount on a paid membership at a $75 annual fee. Paid memberships are eligible to borrow in person items at all 13 locations. Electronic media, including Libby, Kanopy, and Museum Passes, are excluded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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