News Flash

Uncover hidden gems at your library with us as we showcase services and materials that can enrich your life. We'll explore something different each week, helping you make the most of your library card. This week learn about getting a library card!

It's been 52 weeks of this series, Check It Out!, if you don't have a library card yet --- what are you waiting for?!

With Your Library Card You Can

• Check out library materials like items from our Library of Things collections, books, movies, video games, audiobooks, and more.
• Take the library with you on the go and check out eBooks, eMagazines, and eAudiobooks.
• Use computers (desktops and laptops at the library) and printing services, including mobile printing at our four large locations.
• Place Items on hold through our catalog at rvl.info.
• Access online resources like Transparent Languages, US Major Dailies, The Roanoke Times, Universal Class, and more.

Applying for a Card

Come to the library and complete an application during operating hours. Please bring your photo ID that includes your current address (or a photo ID with a non-current address with a check, bank statement, utility bill, etc. that lists your current address).

What can having a library card save you? Check out a savings calculator here.