Frequently Asked Questions

A: You have two options:

• You may come in person and present I.D. with your name, address, and photo verifying that you live in Ossining. Photo id without an address is also acceptable along with current bills, leases, rent receipts, check books.
• You may apply online by completing the online application and submitting it. Please allow 5-7 days for application processing and your new card will be mailed to you.

A: A child of any age is eligible for a library card.

A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child to the library, help complete or complete the application, and present id with their name and address. Children may also apply online completing the Children’s Application. They must come in to the library with a parent or legal guardian to pick up the card once the application has been submitted and after three business days have passed. Young people age 12, or, in 7th grade or higher may apply for an Adult card with photo id and proof of residency.

A: If you live anywhere in Westchester County, you may obtain a library card from the village/town in which you reside.

Once you have gotten the card, you may use it in any public library in Westchester County.

A: You have two possible options:

• If you work or go to school in Westchester, you may obtain a card from the town/village in which you attend school or in which you work. You must present I.D. verifying where you live and verification of school attendance/work site.
• If you do not work or attend school in Westchester, you may purchase a yearly card from the Westchester Library System for a fee of $75. Applications may be completed at any public library in Westchester and sent with a copy of your id and check payable to WLS to the Westchester Library System. WLS staff will process your application and a card will be mailed to your home.

A: We do charge a nominal fee of $1 for the first lost card

$2 for the second lost card; and thereafter, $5 for lost cards.