Get a Library Card
Arlington Heights residents of all ages who live or own property within the library district may sign up for a library card in-person at the Checkout Desk or online. Children under 18 must have a parent or guardian present with them.
Acceptable forms of identification for in-person registration include a valid photo ID and proof of current address. If your address is not current on your photo ID, also bring a recent utility bill, first-class mail (postmarked within the past two weeks), a rental agreement or a tax bill to verify residency.
Cards do not expire while you reside within the district. Accessible library card applications are available upon request.
Renew Your Library Card
Arlington Heights cards will automatically be renewed while you reside within the Arlington Heights library district. All overdue items must be returned and all outstanding fees must be paid before the card will be renewed.
Library Card Types
Minor Library Cards
Minor Library Cards
A parent or guardian must be present when getting a card for children under 18. Parents and guardians must choose one of the following borrowing levels for children under 17:
- Full-Service Card: All library items and services are available to the child.
- Under 17 Card: All items and services, except for R-rated or unrated DVDs and M-rated video games, are available to the child. This restricted option expires the month following their 17th birthday.
- Under 12 Card: Borrowing privileges are limited to the Kids' World collection. This restricted option expires the month following their 12th birthday.
Based on vendors’ abilities to accommodate, access to some eBook & streaming services may also be restricted according to borrowing level. Access to online resources is not restricted by borrowing level.
Under the Illinois Cards for Kids Act, minors under 18 years of age who reside in an unincorporated area of Arlington Heights or an unincorporated area where Arlington Heights is their closest library, qualify for a full-service library card valid for one year at no cost.
Business Library Card
Business Library Card
Businesses and nonprofit organizations in Arlington Heights library district are eligible for a business library card.
Complete an application at the Checkout Desk and submit a business card or other document to confirm an Arlington Heights address. The business owner or primary managing agent is required to sign the application. Two additional employees can be added to the account.
Business library cards are valid for one year and must be renewed annually in-person or online below. All overdue items must be returned and all outstanding fees must be paid before renewal.
Educator Library Cards
Educator Library Cards
The library has intergovernmental agreements with local schools for access to an Arlington Heights Memorial Library educator card. Check with your school to see if you qualify.
Veteran & Armed Forces Library Cards
Veteran & Armed Forces Library Cards
The library offers a special library card for any active-duty military or Veteran resident of Arlington Heights. In addition to offering the same benefits as a standard library card, this card will also allow the cardholder to print up to the cost equivalent of 100 black and white letter pages (5¢ per page) per week at no charge.
If you would like to replace your current library card with a new Veteran and Armed Forces card, present one of the following approved forms of ID at the Checkout Desk:
- Veteran designation on Illinois Driver’s License
- Active military ID cards
- DD214, DD256 or NGB Form 22
If you do not already have a library card, please visit the Checkout Desk and provide an ID with your current address, along with one of the above-approved forms of ID to receive a new Veteran and Armed Forces library card.
Borrowers from Other Illinois Libraries
Borrowers from Other Illinois Libraries
Register a library card from another Illinois library by bringing your valid home library card and current identification to the Checkout Desk. Registered library cards expire after three years. Borrowers from other libraries can check out up to 40 items at a time. Some items and services are limited to Arlington Heights cardholders.
Purchase an Arlington Heights Library Card
Purchase an Arlington Heights Library Card
You can purchase a full-service Arlington Heights Memorial Library card that is valid for one year.
The fee from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 is $456 or two six-month increments of $228. The fee is calculated using a general mathematical formula as indicated in Public Act 92-0166.
Contact the library for additional information.
Show Your Card & Save!
In honor of National Library Card Sign-up Month, show your Arlington Heights Memorial Library card at participating local businesses to take advantage of special deals from September 1–30.
Business |
Library Cardholder Offer |
| Abundant Heart Healing 847-485-9550 • Website |
$15 off your initial individual session |
| Bitter & Sweet Cocktail Boutique 847-712-1174 • Website 157 N. Evergreen Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
10% off |
| Bright Futures Chiropractic 224-764-1644 • Website 914 S. Arthur Ave. Arlington Heights, IL 60005 |
$47 Discovery Day neurological assessment for new or returning patients |
| Dental Clinique 847-392-6610 • Website 1430 N. Arlington Heights Rd. #205 Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
$199 new patient exam, cleaning, and X rays (no insurance) |
| Drozd Roofing, Inc. 847-338-2642 • Website 1329 N. Dunton Ave. Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
$300 off a complete house roof replacement |
| Edward Jones – Matt Bronson 847-483-8570 • Website 3030 W. Salt Creek Ln., Suite 135 Arlington Heights, IL 60005 |
Free tote bag |
| Ecole 360 Daycare LLC 224-864-8840 • Website 1515 W. Dundee Rd. Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
$500 off tuition (enroll in September and start by January 2027) |
| Envision Impact, Inc. 847-845-3341 • Website 309 E. Rand Rd., Suite #189 Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
10% off |
| Flaherty Jewelers 847-253-4690 • Website 22 S. Evergreen Ave. Arlington Heights, IL 60005 |
10% off |
| Forever Wellness 847-858-0554 • Website 1702 W. Campbell Arlington Heights, IL 60005 |
15% off all services |
| GENEROC.I.T.Y. Toy Shop 224-409-7150 • Website 1423 E. Palatine Rd. Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
10% off |
| Goldfish Swim School Arlington Heights 847-385-9400 • Website 63 W. Rand Rd. Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
Waived membership fee (a $25 value) |
| Greener Good 847-250-7185 • Website 935 E. Rand Rd. Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
10% off |
| Healthy Parenting 360 847-845-3341 • Website Online Business |
10% off |
| Interiors 4 U 847-529-1166 • Website 1166 N. Beverly Ln. Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
20% off |
| J & Company Chiropractic 847-665-9722 • Website 3295 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Suite 114 Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
$5 off |
| Jessica A Sweet Therapy 847-701-4191 • Website 3115 N. Wilke Rd., Suite A. Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
Free 30 minute session or one group meeting |
| Lemons of Love 847-795-0100 • Website 406 W. Central Rd. Mount Prospect, IL 60056 |
$5 off |
| LUMI Studio + Shoppe 847-476-0980 • Website 104 W. Northwest Highway Mount Prospect, IL 60056 |
One free yoga class |
| Lumiere Medspa 312-320-3894 • Website 308 E. Rand Rd., Suite 30 Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
$50 off |
| Olatunji Chiropractic 224-607-3333 • Website 3295 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Suite 112 Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
$50 off your initial visit (exam, neuro scan, X rays, and adjustment) |
| Pure Juice Cafe 847-772-2865 • Website 24 S. Evergreen Ave. Arlington Heights, IL 60005 |
10% off |
| Rita's Art Therapy Studio 847-910-9474 • Website 622 S. Arthur Ave. Arlington Heights, IL 60005 |
$5 off |
| Scout's Tales: Bookstore 847-494-3796 • Website 22 S. Dunton Arlington Heights, IL 60005 |
10% off one item |
| Sedona by Manzano Jewelers 224-735-7646 • Website 6 W. Campbell St. Arlington Heights, IL 60005 |
15% off |
| Still Water Martial Arts 847-220-7117 • Website 2300-B E. Rand Rd. Arlington Heights, IL 60004 |
One month for $55 |
| The Butterfly Within® 847-942-1070 • Website Online Business |
10% off |
| Wyatt's Dog Company 773-418-0355 • Website Online Business |
Half off any package of Wyatt's Dog Company dog treats at Robyn's Nest |