Using the Library

Library Cards

Willard Public Library cards are available at no charge to individuals who live, work, or attend school in Evansville and can verify their current address with a valid government-issued photo ID.

Indiana residents outside Evansville may receive a free card by presenting their home library card and a valid government-issued photo ID with current address verification.

Non-Indiana residents may purchase a library card for $35 per year with proof of current address and a valid government-issued photo ID.

Patrons age 14 and younger may obtain a juvenile library card in the Children’s Department when accompanied by a parent or guardian. The parent or guardian must obtain a Willard Public Library card first, so that the Juvenile card can be linked. 

Circulation Policies 

Borrowing Books

  • Borrowing Limit is 100 items at a time, per patron.

Loan Period

  • Books, magazines, and audiobooks are borrowed for 2 weeks;  eBook and eAudio loans vary in Libby, but most range 2-3 weeks.

Renewals

  • Eligible items may be renewed for an additional two weeks through a patron’s online account or by phone, e-mail, or in person. Items that are on hold for another patron may not be renewed.

Holds

  • Holds may be placed in person, by phone, or by e-mail for any item in circulation or on order. Notification of material availability is made by phone, mail, or e-mail. Items are available for pick up for seven days after notification is made.

Returns

  • Materials may be returned at the circulation desk during library hours or anytime using the exterior book return located at the library entrance on First Avenue. Items may also be returned to any Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library location. An EVPL courier service visits once each week to collect and deliver returned materials to their proper library locations.

Test Books

  • Test Book Deposits of $10 (refundable) are required for GED and ASVAB test books.
  • In addition to the GED and ASVAB, we also have test preparation books on the SAT, PSAT, and ACT. All of these are located behind the Adult Services Desk and require a ten-dollar deposit to borrow.

Loss/Damage

  • Loss/Damage Fines for lost or damaged items are determined by the librarian.

Additional Services

We do tech, too! From photocopying to interlibrary book loans, take advantage of our auxiliary tech services to check things off your to-do list.

Public Computer Use
Public computers are available in the Special Collections Department on the second floor. Computer use is free of charge and limited to one hour or one session per day, whichever is less. A valid ID or Willard Library card is required. Printing is available for 15 cents per page (cash or check only).

Chromebook and Laptop Checkout
Chromebooks and laptops are available for checkout in the Archives Department on the library’s lower level. These items may be checked out for in-library use only for up to two hours. A valid ID or Willard Library card is required. Printing is not available from Chromebooks.

Photocopying
15 cents per copy.

Faxing
Available within the continental United States only.

  • Sending: 50 cents per page (cash or check only).
  • Receiving: 15 cents per page (cash or check only).

Interlibrary Loan
Willard Library can borrow materials from most public libraries, including some international libraries. Patrons must have a valid library card to request interlibrary loans. Fees may include postage and any charges assessed by the lending library.