September is Library Card Sign-up Month – celebrate by getting your own library card!
Anyone who lives in or pays property taxes in Washington County is eligible for a free library card. To get a library card:
- Visit a Washington County Library branch. Proof of address, such as a driver's license or a piece of mail, will speed up the registration process.
- Call your local branch. A library card will be mailed to you.
- Fill out an online registration form. A librarian will contact you within 24 hours to complete the registration process.
With your library card you can access digital tools and collections that may replace some paid services you already use. Here are some great options to try:
- Download ebooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines – Using the Libby app, you can access thousands of digital items from libraries across the Twin Cities.
- Attend arts and cultural events – Use smARTpass to reserve free or discounted admission to various arts and cultural experiences in the Twin Cities area. Partners include First Avenue, the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, Children’s Theatre Company, Minnesota Fringe, and more.
- Access free online tutoring – Homework HelpNow offers live online tutoring services every day. Students can also submit papers for review by a writing expert and build skills through an online library of lessons, videos, tests, and more.
- Learn a language – Build your language skills through interactive, self-paced lessons from Transparent Language. There are over 70 languages to study, including Spanish, French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Ojibwe, Polish, and more.
- Prepare for tests – With LearningExpress Library, take online practice tests, view tutorials, and find resources for school and career exams. Popular tests include the ACT, SAT, AP, GED, Nursing, Real Estate, TOEFL, and U.S. Citizenship.
If you need help accessing these resources, contact any library branch – library staff are happy to help!