[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_slider _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||-9px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” auto=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_slide heading=”Sign-up for a Library Card Today!” button_text=”Click Here” image=”http:\/\/flintlibrary.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Need-a-library-card-1.jpg” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”]<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide heading=”Register for an eCard” button_text=”Click Here” image=”http:\/\/flintlibrary.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Need-a-library-card-2.jpg” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_transition=”on”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_slide][\/et_pb_slider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Applying for a Library Card Online” open=”off” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” link_option_url=”https:\/\/flintlibrary.org\/index.php\/get-a-library-card\/” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The process is painless, promise! Simply fill out our online form<\/span><\/a>, and\u00a0once you have submitted your information, you will receive a library card in the mail that is active for 30 days. Before the end of the 30 days, please bring a form of photo ID with your Middleton address to the library to verify your information. If your photo ID does not have your current Middleton address listed, please bring a utility bill, property tax bill, or rental agreement proving Middleton residency to the library along with your photo ID.<\/p>\n PLEASE NOTE:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Flint Public Library cards may only be issued to residents of Middleton, Massachusetts. If you are a Massachusetts resident that lives outside of Middleton and you would like to borrow our materials, please visit the library circulation desk or call 978-774-8132 to learn more.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Register for an MVLC eCard” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”on” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n An eCard is a Merrimack Valley Library Consortium (MVLC) library card that allows you immediate access to electronic resources, such as e-books, e-audiobooks, e-magazines, streaming music and video, and databases.<\/p>\n This eCard is for patrons who do not already have a Flint Public Library or MVLC library card.<\/strong><\/p>\n You are eligible to apply for an MVLC library eCard if you:<\/p>\n Register here!<\/a><\/p>\n PLEASE NOTE:<\/strong> You will not<\/strong><\/span> be able to borrow physical items from the library, reserve museum passes, or login to a public computer with this eCard. For that you will need a tangible card issued by the Flint Public Library or your home library. An eCard should only be applied for if you are not already in possession of an actual library card and can only be used to access electronic content (such as ebooks and\/or e-audiobooks from Libby.)<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How else can I apply for a library card?” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n If you would like to apply for a library card in person, please visit the circulation desk on the main floor of the library. Be sure to bring a photo ID displaying your Middleton address; if your photo ID does not have your current Middleton address listed, please bring a utility bill, property tax bill, or rental agreement proving Middleton residency to the library along with your photo ID.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I sign up my child for a library card?” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The minimum age to receive a library card is 5 years. Children 14 years and under need a parent or guardian\u2019s signature.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”My contact information has changed, how do I update my library account?” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Changes of address, phone number, or email address should be reported to the library, either online through your library account, by calling the library at 978-774-8132, or at one of the circulation desks.<\/span><\/p>\n Your library account will expire every 3 years and must be updated. To update your account, please call the library or visit one of the circulation desks.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”I lost my card, how do I replace it?” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n You may replace your lost or damaged library card at the circulation desk for a fee of $1.00.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”I’m not a Middleton resident, can I still borrow items from the library?” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Yes, you can! If you are a member of another library, bring that card along with a photo ID to either of the circulation desks. 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What\u2019s in it for you?<\/strong>
<\/span>Access to the FPL\u2019s large collection of books, DVDs, video games, and so much more! Not to mention, w<\/span>ith a library card you can reserve passes to over a dozen museums, download audiobooks, e-books, and e-magazines, and search any one of the databases available for your research or recreational needs.<\/span><\/p>\n
An eCard is a Merrimack Valley Library Consortium (MVLC) library card that allows you immediate access to electronic resources, such as e-books, e-audiobooks, e-magazines, streaming music and video, and databases.<\/span><\/p>\n\n