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Originally Posted by ElspethB
Oh dear. I hope other libraries don't follow suit. I borrow a lot from Brooklyn Public Library.
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I changed my out-of-state membership from Philadelphia to Brooklyn Library a couple years ago and enjoy the larger audiobook selection particularly. Brooklyn (so far) still welcomes out-of-state members.
Details:
Spoiler:
Out-of-State Residents (non-NYS residents)
Non-NYS residents may apply for a Brooklyn Public Library membership and enjoy access to our extensive selection of Articles & Databases and eBooks. There is an annual, non-refundable $50 fee for out-of-state cardholders.
Get a Library Card (Non-NYS residents)
Once your application is submitted, a representative will contact you within five (5) business days with the next steps.
If you choose to pick up your library card, you may do so by visiting any one of our 59 locations and speak with a staff member. The $50.00 annual, non-refundable fee may be paid at the time of pick-up.
We currently do not accept applications from international residents at this time.
Renewals - Out of State Residents: Library cards expire every year. To renew your out-of-state membership, please send an e-mail to
osbplcard@bklynlibrary.org with your library card barcode and copy of acceptable ID. A $50.00 non-refundable annual fee will be applied to your account.
The application process starts here
You don't have to visit a NY library in person, but you'll need to submit a copy of your ID to confirm your physical residence; and your library member number (you select your 4 digit PIN in the application) required to borrow ebooks and audiobooks gets sent by email fairly quickly, and your card will follow by mail. Annual renewal is painless; once you send an email request to renew, $50 in fees is added to your library account and you can pay by credit card.
I'm very happy with my Brooklyn Overdrive membership and hope that the facility continues to be available!