eCards Available at Public Libraries
Public libraries responded to COVID-19 by making it easier to obtain an electronic library card (eCard). You can use an eCard to access digital resources including ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, films, TV, homework help, online classes, and more.
Consult the list below and visit the library's website to apply for an eCard.
Glendale Public Library
Click here to sign up for an e-card. The e-card can be converted to a physical card at any of the reopened Glendale Public Libraries (and then you can use it to access resources at the Pasadena Public Library, too!).
Los Angeles County Library
Click here to sign up for a Digital Library Card at the LA County Library. You may visit any of the reopened LA County Libraries and get a full access card, or upgrade an existing Digital Library Card.
Los Angeles Public Library
If you live in Los Angeles County and need a library card, you can get immediate access to the LAPL collections without first having to visit a Los Angeles Public Library location through an e-card. click here to do so. Complete the online application below, and you will instantly receive your e-card number by email. Questions? Read the FAQs.
You may also visit any of the reopened Los Angeles Public Library locations to get a card.
The e-card gives you immediate and free access to these resources:
- E-Media: download or stream e-books, audiobooks, movies, documentary films, music, podcasts, newspapers, and magazines.
- Research & Homework: access newspaper archives, genealogy tools, professional magazines, and scholarly journals.
- Online Learning: enroll in an online course, learn a new language, take a practice tests, or access Lynda.com.
- Physical Collections: Place holds on books, audiobooks on CD, DVDs, etc. and schedule a pickup appointment through our Library To Go service.
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