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Temporary library cards are now available. This temporary card will expire in one month.  You must come into the Library to pick up your permanent card in order to continue access.  Register for a temporary library card.

Getting a Library Card

Individuals must be 5 years or older and be able to provide proof of Texas residency in order to apply for an Allen Public Library card. A valid photo ID with current address is required at the time of application and children under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign for them. 

Renewals and Holds

Items will automatically be renewed up to three times unless the items are requested by another person, or the patron has $5 or more in fines.  Renewals can also be made online by logging into your account or by calling the library at 214.509.4907. Holds can be placed through the Library Catalog or by speaking to a library staff member.  Please note:  The Library sends notifications as a courtesy only.  Monitoring due dates and renewal status is the patron’s responsibility. 

Past Due

Past due library patron accounts with $25 balances or greater will be turned over to a collection agency, Unique Management Services. Balances include overdue library materials and outstanding fines. Unique Management will assess a $10 late/processing fee. 

Loan Periods

New DVDs and Blu-Rays in high demand
 1 week check-out, plus up to 3 renewals
Juvenile Holiday Picture Books
 1 week check-out, plus up to 3 renewals
Juvenile Launchpads
 1 week check-out, plus up to 3 renewals
STEM Kits 1 week check-out, plus up to 3 renewals
All other items
 3 week check-out, plus up to 3 renewals

Fines and Fees

Overdue books, audio books, and music CDs
 $0.25 daily per item
Overdue DVDs and Blu-Rays
 $1 daily per item
Overdue STEM kits $1 daily per item
Lost or damaged barcodes or RFID tags
 $3
Lost or damaged audio or video cases
 $5 each
Lost item replacement cost plus
 $5 processing fee
Repairable damage per item
 $5
Maximum fine on children's items
 $5 per item
Maximum fine on all other items
 $10 per item
Library card replacement
 $2