Borrow

Library cards are free for all adult residents of Navajo County, and allow you to borrow materials, use library computers, and access online resources. To get a card, you'll need to:

  • Complete an application

  • Present a valid photo ID

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Cards for Kids
Kids are welcome to have library accounts! A parent or guardian must be physically present to sign them up, and must sign up for their own library account, too, which will be linked to the kid's account. (The parent or guardian is financially responsible for the kid's account!)

Library Policies
A full copy of the rules and policies for using the library can be found here.

Borrower Responsibilities
You're financially responsible for any items borrowed using your library card (so if it's ever lost or stolen, please let us know right away!). We don't charge overdue fees, but damaged, lost, or long overdue items will be billed to your library account; see the section on Fines and Fees below for more information.

Computer Guest Passes
The library provides adult guests with passes for two hours of free computer use per day; printing is an extra charge. You must show a photo ID to get a guest pass. Kids and teens can have guest passes, too, but only if their parent or guardian is physically present and gives them permission.

Returns
Most borrowed items may be returned to any public library in Navajo County; the few that can't (such as telescopes and large kits) will have labels with return instructions on them. Show Low Public Library has two outdoor returns, including a drive-up return on the north side of the building, and a walk-up one near the main entrance on on the west side (closest to City Hall). A return box is also available at the customer service desk inside the library during regular business hours.

Fines and Fees
Show Low Public Library does not charge overdue fines.

  • However, if you keep an item for more than 45 days past its due date, its full replacement cost will be automatically billed to your account, along with a $7.00 per item processing fee.

  • At 60 days past due, your account may be turned over to a collection agency, and charged a non-refundable fee of $15.00 to cover the collection cost.

  • If you owe more than $10.00, your account will be blocked, and you won't be able to borrow new materials or use the library's computers until it's paid;. That will also block the other members of your family group from using their cards, too.

(Did you know that you can return your items at any time in the collections process to have your fines greatly reduced, or even eliminated entirely? We can also work with you to figure out a payment plan or alternate payment arrangements if you can't afford the fees. We just want our stuff back - and we really want you to be able to use the library!)

Online Account Access:
Once you're a registered borrower, you can access your online account to:

  • See what items you have checked out, when they’re due, and if any fees have been added to your account;

  • Update your contact information or password;

  • Renew items that are eligible for renewal;

  • Search for and place holds on items that you would like to reserve.

How to Renew Items
Since we switched computer systems in August of 2024, we've been able to offer automatic renewals for many items! Most of the library's collection of items can be renewed up to two times; however, if another borrower is waiting to check the item out, or if your account is blocked, you won't be able to renew it.