Get a Library Card
Any resident of Kitsap County can get a library card.
Apply In Person: Anyone can apply for a library card if they live or work in Kitsap, or live in an area of Washington state that provides library service. Visit your favorite Kitsap Regional Library branch and request yours at the front desk, simply provide a photo ID and proof of address.
Apply Online: All Kitsap residents can gain instant access to downloadable ebooks, audiobooks, expansive research databases and more.
Lost Your Card? We can help! Reach out any time online or contact a branch and we will help you get a new card.
FAQs
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You are eligible for a library card if you live or work in Kitsap County or own property. Additionally, residents of Washington state living in areas that support public libraries may also apply.
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Apply in Person
Visit your favorite Kitsap Regional Library branch to apply in person. Provide a photo ID and proof of address to get your new library card from the front desk.
Apply Online (Kitsap County Residents Only)
Apply online for instant access to downloadable ebooks, audiobooks, digital magazines, and expansive research databases. Visit your favorite branch and request your physical card at the front desk with a photo ID and proof of address to gain access to the entire collection.
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Kitsap County residents can apply online for instant access to downloadable ebooks, audiobooks, digital magazines and expansive research databases.
If you live in an area of Washington state that provides library services, please visit your favorite Kitsap Regional Library branch and request a library card at the front desk, simply provide photo ID and proof of address.
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If your library card is lost or stolen, report it immediately by calling one of our locations or connecting with us online, and we will assist you in getting a new card.
You are responsible for all materials checked out on your account until you declare your card is missing and have a stop placed on your account. Once a stop has been placed on your account, your card number will no longer provide access to library resources.
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If you are under 18, you are eligible for a library card. Your parent or guardian's name will be recorded on your account. If you are not accompanied by your parent or guardian at the time of your application, we will mail your card to your home address. A parent or guardian may cancel a child's card at any time by informing the Library of this request in writing.
Using Your Library Card
Borrowing
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The Library has a wide variety of materials for all ages including books, ebooks, DVDs, CDs, and audiobooks. Additionally, the Library provides access to online databases and resources.
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Cardholders can borrow up to 100 physical items at a time and enjoy unlimited access to digital magazines. Video games are limited to ten per cardholder, while digital audiobooks and ebooks are limited to 20 per cardholder. Book Group, STEM Learning and Early Learning Kits, passes, and instruments are limited to one per cardholder.
You can place items on hold at any location, online or by phone. Cardholders can have a maximum of 50 physical items and up to 10 items from our digital collection on hold at one time.
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Most library items have a check out period period of three weeks (21 days). There are a few exceptions:TV and movie DVDs (under 240 minutes), video games, and Check Out Washington: Discover Passes can be borrowed for one week at a time. Book Group Kits check out for six weeks at a time.
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We take care of that for you automatically! If no one is waiting for your item and your account is in good standing, we will automatically renew your loan period up to three additional times.
If you wish to renew items manually, several methods are available:
- Renew your materials online at catalog.KRL.org
- Renew by phone. Call your local library and ask to renew your materials. Be sure to have your library card handy.
Automatic renewals are not available for Book Club Kits, interlibrary loan items, or items in our digital collection.
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Books and other eligible items in the library collection renew automatically up to three times when no one is waiting for them, and your account is in good standing. You can also renew items at KRL.org or by contacting us directly.
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Automatic renewal information will be available under My Account. If you receive email or text message notifications, you will receive an automatic renewal notice three days before the renewal takes effect.
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Not at this time, however, please feel free to follow the original item return date provided with your hold.
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We cannot automatically renew items with active holds placed on them, items that have already been renewed three times, Book Group Kits, interlibrary loan items, digital items, or if your account is not in good standing.
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Check your patron account to ensure your contact preference is email and that the email address on file is correct. We also recommend checking your email spam folder for the notices. Adding librarynotices@krl.org to your contacts may help notifications reach your inbox.
Alternatively, you can opt-in to receive text notifications by phone. Confirm your phone number on file and change your contact preference to phone in your patron account.
If you'd like to add an alternative email address or phone number for text messages, we can help you make this change.
Holds
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Are you looking to reserve a particular title? You can place a hold online, in person, or over the phone. Contact your local library branch for assistance.
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Cardholders can place holds on a maxium of 50 physical items and up to 10 items from our digital collection at one time.
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Holds are held for pickup for seven days, excluding days that the library is closed.
You can visit the On Hold section of your patron account to see how long your items will be available for pickup.
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Yes. Email, call, or visit us and ask to add another person to your account. This will authorize that individual to pick up holds on your behalf.
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Check your patron account to ensure your contact preference is email and that the email address on file is correct. We also recommend checking your email spam folder for the notices. Adding librarynotices@krl.org to your contacts may help notifications reach your inbox.
Alternatively, you can opt-in to receive text notifications by phone. Confirm your phone number on file and change your contact preference to phone in your patron account.
If you'd like to add an alternative email address or phone number for text messages, we can help you make this change.
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You can change the pickup location of holds that are “paused” or “not ready” in the On Hold section of your patron account.
For holds already “in transit” or “ready for pickup,” contact us and have the item sent to a different location.
To change your preferred holds pickup location, visit the Holds and Pickup Location section under patron account settings.
Fees
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The Library does not issue daily charges for overdue items.
An item is considered lost 21 days after the final due date, and a replacement fee will be added to your account, as outlined within our Fee Schedule and Fee Library Policy.
As a courtesy, email notices are sent before the due dates.
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If the item is returned within one year, the replacement fee will be removed, or a refund will be issued, as outlined within our Fee Schedule and Fee Library Policy.
Student Accounts
Bremerton School District, North Kitsap School District, and Kitsap Regional Library have partnered together to make accessing the public library easy for students. Any student within these school districts can use their student ID number as a library card at Kitsap Regional Library, giving them access to everything the Library has to offer.
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Bremerton School District, North Kitsap School District, South Kitsap School District, and Kitsap Regional Library have partnered together to make accessing the public library easy for students. Any student within these school districts can use their student ID number as a library card at Kitsap Regional Library, gaining access to everything the Library has to offer.
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Visit your favorite branch to:
- Borrow books, music, movies, DVDs, and magazines
- Borrow a video game. Our collection includes: PS3, PS4, XBox 360, XBox ONE, Switch, Wii, and Wii U games
- Check out a Discover Pass, telescopes, ukuleles, and STEM Learning Kits
- Enjoy dedicated spaces for kids and teens
- Connect to free Wi-Fi or use a public computer
- Take advantage of private study space
- Explore in-person classes, events, and after-school activities
Connect online for:
- Free online tutoring and homework help
- Expansive research resources and learning tools
- Downloadable ebooks, audiobooks, video streaming, and magazines
- Virtual classes, events, and after-school activities
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The student library account is a second account for these students. Students will have access to both accounts and can use either account.
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Fees will be applied to a student's account in the event that an item is lost. Kitsap Regional Library does not charge for late items.
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Yes, student library accounts provide access to Kitsap Regional Library resources year-round.
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When first accessing a student library account, the student’s Bremerton School District student ID number should be entered as both the password and library card number. To update the password, visit my account from the catalog and select "change login."
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When first accessing your account, enter your new student library account number—nk+your student ID number—as your library card number. For the password, enter your North Kitsap School District Student ID.
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When first accessing your account, enter your new student library account number—sk+your student ID number—as your library card number. For the password, enter your South Kitsap School District Student ID.
