The library will be closed Monday, April 21 in observance of Patriots' Day. We will reopen Tuesday, April 22 at 1:00 p.m.

Library Cards

How to Apply for a Library Card

You have two choices:

  1. Come to the library in person, with appropriate identification, and fill out a registration form. or, you may
  2. Complete the Registration Form online, then come to the library to pick up your card.

T.O.H.P. Burnham Public Library in Essex, MA

Library Card Registration

Please fill out the form to receive a new library card. Children must be 5 years old to receive a card. Please bring valid ID when picking up your card.

  • Library Patron Information

  • REMINDER: Your PIN is automatically set upon registration as the last 4 digits of your phone number.

  • Additional Information

  • If the patron is a minor

  • I certify that I am a parent or legal guardian of the child and will take responsibility for any items the child checks out on their card.

  • If applicable

  • By submitting, I verify that the above information is correct and I assume financial responsibility for materials borrowed and charges incurred on any card issued from this application. I will notify the Library in the event of a change of address.

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Free Cards are issued to…

  • Residents of Essex
  • Persons aged 5 and over are entitled to a card in their individual name.
  • Summer residents with proper identification and a valid permanent address
  • By signing the registration form and receiving the library card, you are agreeing to obey all rules, take good care of all materials borrowed, pay all fines or damages accrued, and to give prompt notice of change in address, telephone number, or email address.

What’s my PIN?

When you use your library card online, you will be asked for your PIN. You were assigned one when you got your card. It should be the last four numbers of your phone number.

If you have a card with us but have lost it, you will need to show a picture ID. It will cost $1.00 to replace your card. If your card is lost or stolen, notify our Circulation Department immediately to prevent unauthorized borrowing.

Cancel

Start Your Search