Welcome to Arkansas City Public Library!
Anyone can get a free library account, which gives you access to the following services–and more!
| Service |
| Borrowing physical materials in the library + access to eBooks and eAudiobook through Libby |
| Access to movie streaming on Kanopy with 15 tickets per month |
| Computers & WiFi |
| Interlibrary Loan |
| Access to MakerSpace equipment |
We require the following information to obtain a library card.
| Photo ID Proof of Address (if current address is not on Photo ID) |
People under the age of 18 must have an adult present to get any library account. The adult is responsible for all items checked out on the minor’s card.
Borrowing Rules
| Material Type | Checkout Period (weeks) | Renewal Period (weeks) | Max Renewals | Overdue Fine | Max Overdue Fine | Subject to Replacement Fee if Lost/Damaged |
| Books | 3 | 3 | 3 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ✔ |
| Audiobook | 3 | 3 | 3 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ✔ |
| Playaway Tablets | 2 | 2 | 1 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ✔ |
| DVDs | 1 | 1 | 1 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ✔ |
| Toddler Totes | 1 | 1 | 1 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ✔ |
| Games | 1 | 0 | 0 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ✔ |
| New Items | 2 | 2 | 1 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ✔ |
DVDs are limited to 5 per cardholder (must be present at checkout).
Lost Items
If a patron does not return an item within three (3) months, the item goes into lost status. At that time, the patron is charged the retail cost of the item plus a processing fee. If a patron has already paid for a lost item and then returns the item within 30 days, the cost of the item is refunded, less a processing fee. Refund checks for lost items are issued by ACPL on a biweekly basis.
Damaged Items
When a patron returns materials that are damaged beyond repair, they will be charged for the retail cost of the item plus a processing fee. Patrons may not purchase replacement copies for the library, as the library reserves the right to purchase an exact replacement.
Good Standing
A patron’s library account is considered “not in good standing” if there are any overdue items, lost/damaged items, or fines associated with the account and/or any associated account. If an account is not in good standing, access to digital borrowing will be suspended. Patrons may continue to check out and renew items if fines are $2.00 or less.