Herrin City Library is committed to providing patrons safe access
to physical materials through curbside pickup service.
Curbside pickup is available to any card holder from a library in southern Illinois.
Your library account must be in good standing—no fines over $5 and no unpaid lost or damaged items.
You may pay your fines by mailing a check to the library or by calling the library (618-942-6109.)
Online payments may be made on our website at https://squareup.com/store/herrin-city-library.
Next to fines, enter the amount you owe and click donate.
Hours for curbside pickup: Regular Library Hours.
All book returns are open.
Lost items fees may be charged if you leave your items outside the library.
Follow three easy steps to pick up materials at the library:
Step One: Place your items on hold.
- Use our website to place a hold with your account online.
- Or call the library (618-942-6109) to talk to a librarian.
- Or email the library at herrincitylibrary@gmail.com with your name, contact information (phone and/or email,) library card number, & items you wish to request.
- If you are unsure of specific titles you would like to request; you can do a general subject request: examples: “5 children’s books about dinosaurs” or “4 Adult Fiction Mystery Books and 1 Romantic Comedy DVD.” A general subject request must be done by phone or email.
- You will be notified via text, email or phone when your hold is ready.
Step Two: Wait for notification, then schedule a time to pick up.
After you receive your notification, call the library and set up a time to pick-up your hold. Have your library card barcode number available. Staff will pull your items, check them out, and put them in a bag.
When you call arrangements may be made for those who are unable to get out of their car and for people who are walking to the library.
Step Three: Pick up your items.
- Pull up at the front doors of the library and call to let us know you are here.
- Grab your bag and enjoy!
Need help finding a book?
Not sure what to read next? Ask us!
Our staff can suggest new items from the library collection, picked out just for you. Let us know what you are looking for and we will create a personalized suggestion list for you.
- Include your full name and library card number in your message.
- What type of material are you looking for? Books, Audiobooks, DVDs, Music, Children’s books, Young Adult, Fiction, Non-Fiction…
- Tell us more: What do you usually like to read/ watch/ listen to, your favorite authors, etc.
- List a few of your favorite books or authors. We ask this to help us suggest new titles for you.
Send a message to Herrin City Library:
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions about Curb Side Pickup
What time can I pick up my items?
Curbside Pickup is available during regular library hours.
Who can use Curbside Pickup?
Curbside Pickup is available to any southern Illinois library card holder whose account is in good standing. If you have a balance due, you must pay this before you can pick up any held items. For the safety of our staff, we will not be able to process payments at curbside. Online payments may be made on our website at PAYMENTS FOR FINES & FEES. Next to fines, enter the amount you owe and click donate. You may also make payments by mailing a check to the library.
Who can pick up my items?
Anyone may pick up your items. Arrangements should be made when you call to schedule a pick up time.
How do I reserve items?
You can reserve most titles with your account online, via email (herrincitylibrary@gmail.com) or over the phone, 618-942-6109. There is no fee for this service. Once your hold is available, you will be notified. You will have 7 days to pick up your item(s). After 7 days, your item(s) will be placed back on the shelves.
What if I have items on hold but do not feel comfortable using the curbside service?
Please call the library (618-942-6109) if you receive a pick-up notification, and would like to wait to pick up your item. We will reactivate your hold.
What if my account has a block and is preventing me from placing a hold?
Please call the library if you need to renew your library card or do an address check. If your card is block for renewal or address check, you will not be able to place holds.
What if I no longer want to check out the items I have on hold?
Call (618-942-6109) or email (herrincitylibrary@gmail.com) the library to cancel your hold.
How long can I keep checked out materials? How do I renew items?
Please call the library to renew your items, 618-942-6109.
Where do I return items?
All book returns are open. Do not attempt to leave your items on the curb side pick up cart or anywhere outside the building. Lost items fees may occur if you attempt to do this.
What if I don’t have a car, but still want Curbside Pickup?
We are offering walk-up service. You will still need to following the same procedures for placing holds and scheduling pick-up. Masks are required for those who walk up. When you arrive, please follow the directions at the front entrance of the library for curbside pickup service.