Your Library Starts HereA James Memorial Public Library card gives you access to books and other materials available for checkout.
Library cards are issued in person at the library.
Get a Library Card
Get a Library Card
Get a Library Card
St. James Residents & Property Owners
If you live within the St. James city limits or own property within the city limits, your library card is:
FREE
Please bring proof of residency or property ownership. Examples include:
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Current utility bill
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Current lease
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Current property tax receipt
JMPL currently requires this documentation for free resident/property-owner cards.
Live Outside the St. James City Limits?
You can still become a library member.
MembershipCost
12 Months$20
6 Months$10
3 Months$5
Payment is currently accepted by cash only.
Card payment option coming soon...
🪪 What to Bring
To apply for your card, please visit the library and bring:
Photo ID
Current contact information
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Name
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Address
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Phone number
Message Contact
JMPL currently asks applicants to provide a phone number for someone outside their household who can receive a message if library staff cannot reach them.
Proof of St. James residency or property ownership
Required if applying for a free library card.
📚 What Can I Do With My Library Card?
Borrow Library Materials
Use your card to check out eligible books and other materials from the library.
eBooks & Audiobooks
Use your library card to access JMPL's digital reading resources.
Search the Catalog
Browse available library materials before your visit.
⏱ When Will My Card Be Ready?
Library staff must process your application before materials can be checked out.
Processing may take up to one business day, and the library will notify you when your card is ready.
🪪 You Don't Need a Card for Everything
Many library services are available without a library card, including:
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💻 Public computers
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📶 On-site Wi-Fi
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📖 Reference materials
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📅 Library events
A library card is required to check out materials.