Library cards are free to residents of St. Charles Parish.
Please bring a government issued photo ID with your name and current St. Charles Parish address to any of our 6 locations and fill out an application.
Residents under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian present during the application process.
Resident Cards (Adults)
If your ID does not have your current address, bring one of the following:
- Current utility bill
- Lease/rental agreement
- Property tax bill
- Postmarked mail with your name and current address
Non-resident Cards
Cards are also free for adults who work, attend school, or own property in St. Charles Parish. Please bring one of the following for proof of eligibility:
- School ID or tuition bill
- Employee ID or pay stub
- Property Deed or tax bill
If you do not live, work, go to school, or own property in St. Charles Parish, out of parish cards are available for adults for a $25 yearly fee.
Resident Cards (Children)
Cards are also free for children who live in St. Charles Parish. Residents under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian present during the application process.
Parents or guardians will choose the level card for their children when filling out a library card application.
Level 1 (Traditional) Cardholders can check out:
- Books, audiobooks, Playaways, magazines, and DVDs in the children's, teen, and adult collections.
- Most items in Hoopla and Libby
Level 2 (Limited) Cardholders can check out:
- Books, audiobooks, Playaways, magazines, and DVDs in the children's and teen collections.
- Most items in Hoopla and Libby
Level 3 (Restricted) Cardholders can check out:
- Books, audiobooks, Playaways, magazines, and DVDs in the children's collection.
- No items in Hoopla and Libby
Everyone can access educational databases.
No one under the age of 18 can check out hotspots, rated-R DVDs, Launchpads, and Playaway Views.
No one under the age of 18 can check out movies rated R or above, TV shows rated MA or above, comics rated PA or above, and music with parental advisory on hoopla.