Get Your Library Card Online
Anyone can apply for a library card online! When you use our online application, the system issues you a temporary library card number, that may be use to place holds, instantly.
Eligible applicants (adults residing or owning property in the incorporated city limits of Mount Vernon) will be mailed a provisional Library card. This card is good for 30 days, but needs to be brought in to the Library (with your picture ID) to be converted to a permanent card.
People residing within the boundaries of one of our reciprocal partners are also eligible for free cards. Others may purchase a card.
For details, and our online application are available here.
Online Library FAQs
What is my pin number?
Your pin number is usually the last 4 digits of your phone number. If that isn’t working, please send us an email, and we can look it up/reset it for you.
My library card is expired. What do I do?
You may renew your card in person in the library or at curbside during those open ours. We may also be able to renew your card online. To begin the online renewal process, please fill out this form.
I want to access ebooks/audiobooks, but the system is asking for my card and pin number, and I don’t know what it is.
Your card number is the 14-digit series under your barcode on the back of your card. Type in this number without any spaces. Your pin is the last 4 digits of your phone number.
How do I download ebooks/audiobooks?
You can view read and listen to digital books either on your computer, or you can download them to your tablet or phone. We offer 2 services for digital materials: Libby/OverDrive and Hoopla. Visit our online reading page to get started.
Volunteer at the Library
We are currently seeking volunteers for shelving and event set-up. Please email the library for more information.
We welcome short-term and long-term volunteers ages 16 and older. The library provides training appropriate to the task or bring your own skills. For more information, please contact Andrea via email at mvlibrary@mountvernonwa.gov or telephone at (360) 336-6209.
Donations of Books and Other Materials
The Mount Vernon City Library accepts donations of books, DVDs, CDs and other materials in good condition. Some items may be added to our collection or passed along to the Friends of the Mount Vernon City Library-- a support organization-- and sold in used book sales to generate funds for the library. All materials donations must be arranged in advance.
Please see our donation guidelines for accepted materials and information on how to donate here.