Teen and young adults (ages 13 to 17) may apply for a library card without a parent or guardian present. Teens must provide a current ID (e.g. school ID, report card, working papers, other "credible" form of ID as determined by library staff), but proof of address is not required.
If you are 13 or older and live, work, attend school, or pay property taxes in New York State, you can get a free digital library card right now using this online form. Visitors to New York State can also use this form to apply for a temporary card.
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