Services

Information Hub

Here, you’ll find how to get a library card, access resources like books and digital materials, and discover community links. Whether you’re researching for school or exploring personal interests, our staff are here to help. Join us to access a wealth of knowledge and connect with our vibrant community!

Library Card

To obtain a library card:

Apply in person at the library.
For an APL card, bring:
- Valid photo ID with current eligible residential address or
- Valid photo ID without current address, plus a supporting document (e.g., utility bill).
Parent/guardian and their ID required for Resident Youth Cards.
Replacement cards cost $1.00.

Types of cards available:

Resident Adult
Resident Youth (5-17 years)
Reciprocal
PLAC Card
Non-Resident Adult
Non-Resident Student
Non-Resident School Employee

Book and Audiovisual Drop Boxes

Items borrowed from the library can be returned in the drop boxes when the library is closed. The drop boxes are to the left of the main entrance door. An audiovisual drop for movies, cassettes, CDs and DVDs is the top drop box slot. The book drop slot is located below the audiovisual slot.

Renew materials/Drop Boxes

Materials that are checked out may be renewed once if there are no reserves on them. Materials may be renewed by telephone during the business day or through your online account on the library website. No renewals are handled by the answering machine. Please have your library tag barcode number available when renewing by telephone.

Interlibrary Loan

With the Argos Public Library’s Interlibrary Loan Service (called SRCS), patrons can access materials from other libraries throughout Indiana and the rest of the country. We do not charge for this service unless the materials are mailed to us through the US mail service from an out-of-state library. The cost then, is the actual mailing cost. You must hold a valid Argos Public Library card to take advantage of this service.

Interlibrary loan is a primary service that supports the mission of the library by providing enhanced access to library materials and information. The purpose of interlibrary loan is to obtain materials not available in the library and to provide materials from our collection to other libraries.

Copy Machines

There are 2 photocopiers in the library including one on each floor at each circulation desk. Copies are 15 cents each for single-sided black and white 8 ½” X 11” and 8 ½” X 14” sized paper. Double-sides black and white copies are 25 cents each and color copies are 50 cents each.

Fax Machine

The library has a fax machine for public use. It is located at the first floor circulation desk and the staff must transmit documents for you. The cost to fax for long distance is $3.00 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page while the cost for local service is $2.00 for the first page and $1.00 each additional page. All toll free numbers are $1.00 per page. All incoming faxes are 50 cents per page.