The Library will officially move to the Yellow Stage of our Phased Reopening plan on Monday, September 21. Express Services will include 30-minute computer sessions, access to fax/copy machines, holds pickup, and reference assistance.

Express Services Hours:
Mon–Sat · Noon–6pm

Masks or face coverings will be required to enter the buildings, and we ask that you not use the Library if you are experiencing any symptoms associated with COVID-19.

All residents of Salt Lake City and Salt Lake County can sign up online for a City Library Card free of charge. Click Here to sign up for a Library Card online.

Once your registration is processed and you receive your card number via email, you may begin exploring our Digital Library of online resources, including eBooks, audiobooks, music, and more.

At this time, all Salt Lake City Public Library locations are closed in order to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus). As a result, there are some changes to our standard process:

• Library Staff are processing card applications from home. You will receive an email with your card number as soon as it has been processed.
• We have temporarily suspended the ID requirement. We will contact you when we are ready to re-open with instructions on how to provide your ID.
• If you have lost your existing card, please register for a new one.
• You must provide your email address so that we can send your new card number.

Please note: Patrons under the age of 18 must obtain a parent's or legal guardian's consent. If you are not a Salt Lake County resident, you may still register for a City Library card for an annual fee of $80.00.

If you know your Library Card number or Username, you can reset your PIN here, or you can chat with us during available hoursMon–Fri · 6am–9pm
Sat · 7am–7pm
Sun · 10am–7pm.

Please register for a new card online.

When you receive notification that your holds are ready for pickup, you can schedule an appointment at the branch indicated in your notice. Please ensure your requested appointment matches the branch where your items are being held.

Holds To-Go appointments are available at all Library locations. Click here to schedule a 15-minute appointment slot to pick up your holds.

The City Library is now accepting returns at our outdoor book drops at all locations. You may return books, DVDs, CDs, Wi-Fi hotspots, comics, and magazines.

Larger items and Kits (Discovery Kits, Book Club Kits, etc.) may be returned directly to Library Staff at any of our locations during Holds To-Go HoursMon–Sat · Noon–6pm. Once you arrive, call the posted Holds To-Go phone number for that location and let Library Staff know that you are returning a kit. You will be given instructions on how to return the item(s). In most cases, you will be placing the kit on the ground or a table.

Patrons can now submit documents for printing by Library Staff. Send an email with your document attached and include the following information in your message:

• Name
• Phone Number
• Library Card Number
• Print Preference: Black-and-White or Color
• Print Preference: Single-Sided or Double-Sided

Please allow up to 24 hours for Staff to complete your print job. You will receive an email or phone call when your document is ready for pick up. You can pick up print jobs during Holds To-Go HoursMon–Sat · Noon–6pm (no appointment necessary). When you arrive, call the posted Holds To-Go phone number for that location and tell Library Staff that you are picking up a printed document and provide your name. Staff will bring the document out to you.

(Note: Prints will be limited to 25 pages. Documents will be held for up to seven days.)

The City Library only gets better through the feedback we receive from the people who use our services. Please let us know your thoughts by filling out our Online Contact Form.