Borrowing

Renewals

Most items can be renewed up to three times. However, renewal is not possible if the item is on hold for another borrower, is overdue, or if there are outstanding fines on your account.

Eligible items will automatically renew three days before their due date. You can also renew items online at www.delcolibraries.org. Please have your library card on hand when renewing online, as your card number is required to access your account.

Items Not Eligible for Renewal:

• Items that have holds or requests by other patrons
• Items that have already been renewed the maximum number of times
• Certain items, such as hotspots and museum passes
• Items requested from outside Delaware County through Interlibrary Loan

How Will You Know if Your Items Have Been Renewed?

• You can check your due dates via your online account.
• If we have your email on file, you will receive a courtesy email three days before the original due date, noting any new due dates.

Why Did Your Items Not Renew?

• Another patron has requested the item.
• The item is not eligible for renewal.
• The item has reached the maximum of three renewals.
• Your account has billed items or fines of $20 or more.

Can You Opt Out of Automatic Renewal?

• No, automatic renewal is not optional. If you do not want your items to auto-renew, simply return them before the due date.

Extended/Vacation Loans

If you plan to be out of town for longer than the usual loan period, you may request an extended loan for Delaware County Libraries items that are not in high demand. Please contact library staff for more information, as this option is not available at all libraries.

Late Fees

Browse or Search the Catalog

To locate an item in the catalog, enter a search term in the main search box on any page and press “Enter.” This will generate a list of results. You can click on each item for a detailed view, check availability, or place a hold request.

Discover new and upcoming titles, or receive hand-picked recommendations from library staff through the Delaware County Libraries’ Personalized Reading List (PRL) service.

Having trouble finding what you need? Learn more about conducting advanced searches and using the catalog effectively by visiting the library, calling us at 610-494-3454, or emailing us at crinfo@delcolibraries.org.

Return

You can return most items to any member library or any Access PA public library. Most libraries offer an after-hours book drop for returning books. However, some libraries may have restrictions on returning non-book materials or may provide special bins for these items. For more information, please consult with library staff.