Labor Day Closure

The library will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of the holiday.

Regular library hours will resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

Library Card Sign Up Month

One Card. Endless Possibilities.

Each September, libraries across the nation celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month, a campaign that highlights the power of a library card. Timed with the back-to-school season, it reminds families that a library card is one of the most valuable tools a student can carry.

A library card opens the door to endless opportunities: books, digital resources, technology, and educational programs that support learning inside and outside the classroom. For children, it sparks creativity, builds literacy, and inspires a lifelong love of reading. For adults, it provides access to resources that fuel personal growth, new interests, and continuing education—all free with a card.

Whether you’re returning to school, starting a new hobby, or simply curious to learn more, September is the perfect time to discover what your library card can do for you. Truly, one card offers endless possibilities.

Food for Fines Program

  • Each September, you can reduce overdue fines while helping our community. Donate food, waive fines—it’s that simple.
  • Donate unopened, unexpired, non-perishable food items.
  • Each item = $1 waived (up to $15 per card, per program).
  • Applies to overdue fines only (not lost or damaged items).

Give donations directly to library staff. Please don’t leave items at entrances or in book drops.

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Why Get a Library Card?

  • Use your card at any public library in Illinois.
  • Enjoy access to books, movies, programs, and digital resources.
  • Fox Lake District Library cards are free for district residents.

More About Library Cards

New to the Library?

Not sure if you’re in our district? We serve most of Grant Township, plus parts of Fox Lake, Ingleside, Lakemoor, Round Lake, Spring Grove, Volo, and small portions of Antioch and Burton Townships. Call our Circulation Desk and we’ll confirm your address.

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Get Your Card Online

New patrons can start with our Online Borrower Registration. You’ll get temporary digital access immediately. Then, visit the Circulation Desk within 30 days with ID to receive your full 5-year card.

Apply Online