How to get a library card

Cards are free to children and adults who live in our service area. Our service area includes the city of Buchanan, Buchanan Township, Bertrand Township, and the parts of Niles township that are within the Buchanan School District.

All Buchanan Community Schools staff members are also eligible, as well as students attending Buchanan Community Schools through school of choice and their families.

Students attending Buchanan High School can use their student ID as a limited access card, referred to as a Buchanan Community Schools Student Card.

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How to apply
To qualify for borrowing library materials, a person is required to fill out a registration card. The following information is required: name, address, contact telephone number and email address when available. A verification of residency must be provided; residency may be confirmed with any of the following:
       1. Michigan driver’s license with current address
       2. State identification card with current address
       3. Statement from a major company or utility mailed to current address
       4. Lease or rent receipt or bill showing current address

Children under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and be linked to their library account.
Report any Lost or Stolen Cards to 269-695-3681.
Card Replacement cost is $2.00