Borrowing Basics
My Account
Search for materials, manage your borrowing, and take advantage of the many reader’s resources offered through the Library’s online catalog. The catalog is also available en español and with an ADA compliant view. If you have questions, please visit the Circulation Desk or call 847-729-7500.
Renew items, view holds, and pay fines online. Library card number and password required.
Renewing & Reserving Materials
Most materials can be renewed or reserved at the Circulation Desk, at public computer stations, by phone or online by logging in to MY ACCOUNT on the Library catalog. Log in to your account with your library card number and password. If you haven’t chosen a password, use the default password, PATRON. If you don’t know your password or need help with your account, please contact the Circulation Department at 847-729-7500. Staff at any of the Service Desks are also available to help you.
Online Fine Payment
The Library offers a secure and convenient way to pay your fines and fees online with Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover.
Email Account Notification
Sign up to receive an email notice when your materials are due and your hold items are ready for pick up. To register, use the Request for E-mail Notification form. Some email filters block the delivery of notices so please use the Test Your E-mail Address form to be sure that your notices will be delivered. If you don’t receive the test message or have other questions about setting up email account notification, please contact the Circulation Department at 847-729-7500.
Loan Limits & Fines
Please review the Adult and Youth loan limit policies for details regarding library cards, loan periods, borrowing limits, daily and maximum fines, and replacement costs.
Drive-Up Services
Make borrowing even easier. Take advantage of the Library’s convenient Drive-Up Services. Drive up, pick up, drop off, and GO!
Interlibrary Loan
Interlibrary Loan is a service used to obtain library materials (books, articles, and audiovisual items) from other libraries when they are not available at the Glenview Library. This patron service follows policies and procedures agreed upon by the cooperating libraries. If you have any questions concerning an existing interlibrary loan, call 847-729-7500 or email the Interlibrary Loan Department.
