The Clifton Library encourages all individuals who are residents of Clifton, who work, or own property in Clifton to apply for a library card!
Stop by the Circulation Desk at either the Main Library or Allwood Branch. If you are age 18 or older, you will be asked to present both 1 current proof of identity and 1 proof of address to obtain and renew a card. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and follow the registration guidelines. Digital Library Cards or IDs are not acceptable. Only the patron who was issued the library card is allowed to use the card.
Acceptable proofs of identity include:
- Valid driver’s license
- Passport
- US Military ID
- Valid Passaic County ID card
- Valid state-issued non-driver ID
- Permanent resident card
Acceptable proofs of residence include:
- Utility Bill: PSE&G, telephone, water
- Lease
- Cable television bill
- City tax bill (required for non-resident property owners)
- Current bank statement
- Car insurance
- Payroll stub
All items presented should be current from within the last 30 days.
People employed in Clifton may receive a free courtesy library card by presenting one of the following items together with a proof of their identity and proof of their home address:
- Current dated letter from employer on company letterhead
- Most recent pay stub with employer’s Clifton address
If you live outside of Clifton, you will be able to use the library card from your hometown if it is up-to-date and part of our Open Borrowing network.
Individuals not entitled to a free card may join the library with full in-house privileges, including the use of Museum Passes, for an annual fee of $50.00.
Lost cards can be replaced for $3.00. It is important to advise the Library if a card is lost to avoid misuse if found by someone else.
William Paterson University students may use their valid school card if they do not have a hometown card from within the Open Borrowing network.
