
Membership
Join the Caldwell Public Library:
Caldwell Residents
A Caldwell Library card is free to all Caldwell residents. Patrons under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present when registering for a card.
To get a library card please bring proof of residency and photo ID to the library. A driver’s license is the most common form of ID used. If you do not have a driver’s license the following are acceptable forms of ID:
-School ID, work ID, state ID or passport
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-Official piece of mail with Caldwell address on it, such as a rental agreement, bank statement, utility statement or pay stub.
Out of Town Residents
Residents of other towns may purchase a membership at the Caldwell Public Library.
Out of Town Standard Membership: $75 per year
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Check out any item from the Caldwell Library
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Request fulfillment through JerseyCat
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Access to downloadable materials through OverDrive/Libby, Kanopy, Hoopla, NewsBank/Digital Star Ledger, and digital NY Times.
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50% reimbursement for Essex Fells and North Caldwell residents (not to exceed $75/household)
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Provides two (2) cards for people of the same household; $25 for additional cards
Out of Town Plus Membership: $125 per year:
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Check out any item from the Caldwell Library
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Request fulfillment through JerseyCat
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Access to downloadable materials through OverDrive/Libby, Kanopy, Hoopla, NewsBank/Digital Star Ledger, and digital NY Times.
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ReBL walk-in services to Essex County libraries
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50% reimbursement for Essex Fells and North Caldwell residents (not to exceed $75/household)
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Provides two (2) cards for people of the same household; $25 for additional cards
NEW! Pay by credit card!
Call us at 973-226-2837 or email librarian@caldwellpl.org to renew or join today.
A $3 credit card processing fee will be added if paying by credit card.
Payment by cash or check remains an option.
Courtesy Cards
Caldwell business owners and their employees may receive a courtesy card with proof of employment. Enjoy the same privileges as the Out of Town Standard Membership for free.
West Caldwell Students
West Caldwell students (K – 12th grade) can receive an annual Courtesy Card at no charge. Parents need to be present when registering for a card and bring their photo ID with address.
How to get a library card:
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Get started with a digital card. Fill out this form and a staff member will get you a temporary card to access our digital resources.
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Come in to the library during our open hours and we can help you at the Front Desk
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Call us at 973-226-2837 or email librarian@caldwellpl.org and we can set you up with a temporary library card.
Benefits of a Caldwell Public Library Card:
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Now accepting credit cards for lost/damaged materials.
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Caldwell Materials are Fine Free!