Joining the Library
Library membership is completely free of charge for everyone in every library in the country.
In order to join the library, you need to complete an application form, either online or in person at the library. If you choose to submit the form online, you need to visit any library and produce photographic identification (who you are) and proof of current address (where you live) to activate your membership.
You can join at any age but children and young people under the age of 18 must get the permission of a parent or guardian to join the library. Parents/guardians are responsible for their children in the library, and for their children’s selections and use of library materials and services, including access to the internet and online resources.
When a child or young person is eligible to change borrower category from a Child membership to a Young Adult (12-14), or a Young Adult (12-14) to a Young Adult (15-17) membership, parents/guardians must accept the terms and conditions of membership on their behalf.
In order to join the library, you need to complete an application form, either online or in person at the library. If you choose to submit the form online, you need to visit any library and produce photographic identification (who you are) and proof of current address (where you live) to activate your membership.
You can join at any age but children and young people under the age of 18 must get the permission of a parent or guardian to join the library. Parents/guardians are responsible for their children in the library, and for their children’s selections and use of library materials and services, including access to the internet and online resources.
When a child or young person is eligible to change borrower category from a Child membership to a Young Adult (12-14), or a Young Adult (12-14) to a Young Adult (15-17) membership, parents/guardians must accept the terms and conditions of membership on their behalf.
Joining the library online is a quick way to become a member of your local library. Once you register you will receive a temporary library number. Visit your local library within 3 months with photo ID and proof of address to collect your new library card. Registering online gives you immediate access to all our online resources and enables you to reserve one item immediately and collect it later at the library branch of your choice.
Membership Conditions
Membership will allow you to use the library services as follows:
Adult: access to all library collections, and internet services subject to the terms and conditions outlined.
Child under 12: access to the children’s library, to DVDs up to a PG rating.
Young Adult 12-14: access to the children’s and young adult library, to DVDs up to a 12 rating.
Young Adult 15-17: access to the adult library, to DVDs up to 15 rating, and to internet services.
Your library card is individual to you and may not be used by anyone else. Bring your card to the library every time you visit. You are asked to advise library staff, as soon as possible, of any changes in membership details or loss of library card.
Adults and persons with a Young Adult’s ticket can access the Internet in the library, subject to the Internet access policy.
You must at all times observe the Kerry Library Code of Conduct (available here) while using the library facilities and comply with the conditions of the Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000. Public libraries operate within the statutory framework in relation to all services including the Code of Behaviour for the protection and safeguarding of children in public libraries 2014. Library users must comply with all associated requirements.
Adult: access to all library collections, and internet services subject to the terms and conditions outlined.
Child under 12: access to the children’s library, to DVDs up to a PG rating.
Young Adult 12-14: access to the children’s and young adult library, to DVDs up to a 12 rating.
Young Adult 15-17: access to the adult library, to DVDs up to 15 rating, and to internet services.
Your library card is individual to you and may not be used by anyone else. Bring your card to the library every time you visit. You are asked to advise library staff, as soon as possible, of any changes in membership details or loss of library card.
Adults and persons with a Young Adult’s ticket can access the Internet in the library, subject to the Internet access policy.
You must at all times observe the Kerry Library Code of Conduct (available here) while using the library facilities and comply with the conditions of the Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000. Public libraries operate within the statutory framework in relation to all services including the Code of Behaviour for the protection and safeguarding of children in public libraries 2014. Library users must comply with all associated requirements.
How long does my membership last?
Your library membership lasts for one year. You can renew your membership by contacting your local library or through your online account.
