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  • Who: Anyone that lives in Peru can get a Library Card! All you need to know is...
     
  • What: With your Peru Public Library Card you can choose from our collection of 
     DVDs, CDs, audio books, magazines, and of course, books; use one of the library's
    Internet computers or laptops, or access all kinds of extras on the website. You
    can use the online databases, or put things on hold and have them sent.....
     
  • Where: Your library card gives you access to approximately 200 Illinois libraries.
    You just need to bring identification to the library that shows you live in Peru, and
    fill out a short library card application. You'll have access almost 24/7! In fact it's
    just a question of...
     
  • When: The library is open 6 days a week, but having a library card means that you
    can have access to the library even when it is not open. The library's website gives
    members so much more...  You can get homework help, instant message a librarian,
    check your account, and have complete access to the catalog - all 24/7! When there
    is so much to do, how come you even ask....
     
  • Why: Books, music, movies, computers, programs, volunteer opportunities, and so
    much more....
     
  • How: Find out what's going on at the library by asking at the circulation desk,
    reading the library newsletter, or checking the website.......  Get your card today!

Just the Facts

  • Teens without proof of a Peru address will need a parent or guardian to
     come to the library with Identification showing their Peru address.
  • You can use your card in most Illinois libraries.
  • Call the library at 815-223-0229 if your card is lost or stolen.
  • Books and audio books can be checked for two weeks and renewed once, as long
    as no one else is waiting for them. DVDs, videos, CDs, and magazines can be checked
    out for one week and renewed once, as long as no one is waiting for them.
  • Overdue books and magazines are charged a fee of .10 cents per day.
    Overdue DVDs, videos, CDs, and audio books are charged a fee of $1.00 per day.