Library Card Sign-Up Month 2024

Graphic of a red and blue transformer in lower left corner holding a yellow New Lenox Public Library library card. A text bubble appears from the transformer reading: Libraries- more than meets the eye... roll out with a library card. A red block of text, lower right corner, reads: September is Library Card Sign-Up Month.

 

Autobots, roll out…to the library!

Whether you’re upgrading your skills, scouting for knowledge and information, or connecting with other heroic readers, a library card is your key to an arsenal of resources. With a library card, you gain access to a vast collection of books, e-books, audiobooks, and magazines that cater to all interests and age groups.

Spark your creativity by tinkering in New Lenox Public Library’s Studio. Mine the library’s stacks and databases for new stories and adventures; kickstart your critical thinking skills to defeat the Decepticons of misinformation lurking online.

 

Sign Up for a Library Card

 

Hitting the road? Use your library card at NLPL to fuel your mind with an extensive range of digital resources, including online courses, language learning tools, and academic databases. You can even stream movies, documentaries, and music, all for free with your library card.

 

Sign up for a library card and unlock exclusive benefits!

 

Coupon Book

Everyone who registers for a new card, or renews their current card from September 1–September 30 gets a coupon book with deals from awesome local businesses:

  • Bourbon Smokehouse
  • Burns Photography
  • Drew’s Dogs
  • Friends of the Library
  • Gost Coffee
  • Italian Fiesta Pizzeria

 

Enter into the Drawing

Join our library or renew your library card and not only gain access to a world of books, resources, and events, but also enter our exclusive prize drawing! Signing up for a library card automatically enters you into a chance to win fantastic prizes.

 

Adult & Teen Prize Basket

  • Galaxy Tab A9+
  • Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
  • Mug

 

Youth Prize Basket

Youth prize basket dependent upon the age of prize winner. An example of a possible prize includes a Tonie bundle.

 

Already have a card? Celebrate National Library Card Month with us!

Graphic reads: Join the Scavenger Hunt. Out of either side is red dotted lines similar to a treasure map and a X. Two transformer logos are also on left and right side of the graphic.

Library Scavenger Hunt

 

Attention all book lovers and sneaky sleuths! The library is buzzing with excitement as we embark on a high-stakes scavenger hunt to find our elusive Decepticons hidden in the Adult Section or Autobots in the Youth Section of the library.

This isn’t your average book search—our mysterious Transformers have disguised themselves among the novels and picture books, and it's up to you to track them down!

 

Join the adventure:

  • Grab Your Clues: Swing by the front or youth services desk to pick up your scavenger hunt sheet. They’ll guide you through the labyrinth of shelves where the Decepticons or Autobots are hiding.
  • Search and Discover: Armed with your clues and a keen eye, delve into the world of adult fiction and non-fiction. Our Transformers are cleverly camouflaged, so you’ll need to be both crafty and persistent to uncover its hiding spot!
  • Find the Transformer: Once you locate the Decepticons or Autobots, take a selfie with it or jot down its exact location.
  • Enter to Win: Return to the front desk with proof of your discovery to be entered into our grand prize drawing! Fabulous prizes await, and every participant gets a little something special just for joining the fun.
  • Celebrate Your Victory: Whether you’re a first-time hunter or a seasoned pro, enjoy the thrill of the chase and the camaraderie of fellow participants.

 

Don’t miss this chance to mix a love of literature with a bit of Transformer mischief. Happy hunting!

On left is red and blue transformer graphic holding a yellow library card. On right reads: Get your library card. Signing up for a library card is quick, easy, and absolutely free! Just visit your local library with a valid ID and proof of address and you'll be set to explore everything NLPL has to offer. Take advantage of this opportunity to connect with your community, enhance your knowledge, and enjoy countless hours of entertainment. Don't miss out-- get your library card this month and start your adventure! Share your library experience with us. Beneath text is a Facebook logo, Instagram logo.