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Lodi Public Library

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1. What is my PIN?

The pin number is usually the last four digits of your phone number on file with the library.

2. How do I get a library card?

A first library card is free to California residents.  If you have lost your card, there is a $3.00 charge. Read more information about getting your library card. Download a library card application (PDF).

3. How many items may I check out and for how long?

The total number of items that can be checked out at any one time is 25 for the time being. Items may be kept for 3 weeks. The items may be renewed if no one else is waiting for the items. Learn more about checking out materials.

4. How do I renew my materials?

You can renew materials online by following these steps:

1. Login at: https://lodi.tlcdelivers.com/#section=login
   
2. Go to your account, "First Name's Account" at the top right hand corner of the screen
3. Choose the "Account Activity" tab
4. Hit the "Renew Loan" button under each item you would like to renew
   1. If this is not visible it most likely can not be renewed then.

You can also renew materials over the phone at 209-333-5566. Please have your library card number available when you call.

5. How do I place a hold on a book?

When you find the book in the catalog that you would like to hold, select Place Hold. Enter your entire library card number and PIN. Only fill in Expiration Date if you will no longer need the book after a certain date.

6. How do I get a book that the Lodi Public Library does not own?

You have a few options for obtaining a book not currently in our collection.

• You can email our staff to request that we get the book from another library.
• Check out our online ebook database for what you are looking for as well.

7. Can I pay my fines online?

Currently, fines cannot be paid online. You can only use cash inside the library at the Service Desk. 

8. Where can I return my books?

There is a book drop located in the alley behind the library where books can be returned 24 hours a day, 7 days week. There is a book drop located in the library lobby where books can be returned during normal business hours. Books can also be returned at the circulation desk.

9. How do I update my contact information?

1. Visit your account.
2. Choose Change My Address.
3. Fill in the information that you would like updated. Make sure to include your entire library card number and select Send.

10. How do I use a computer at the Lodi Library?

Use of the computers is free.

You don't need a library card to use a computer at the Lodi Public Library. We can give you a 90 minute guest pass to do whatever you need to do. This comes with one 90 minute extension for a total of 3 hours on one of our computers. This is the same amount of time as is given per day on a official Lodi Public Library library card.

There is a charge for printing: $0.15 per black and white page, $0.50 per color page.

To add money to your account you will need to go to the front desk and pay in cash to put money onto your card/guest pass. We do not give refunds for money put onto the account.

Read more about using computers at the library

11. Does the Lodi Public Library offer free wireless internet?

The Lodi Public Library does offer free wireless internet. The network identification is "Lodi Public Hotspot". Printing is not available to those using wireless devices.

12. Does the library offer classes on using computers?

The Lodi Public Library offers a variety of classes on computer use. Learn more about our class offerings.

13. Does the library offer tutoring for children?

The library does provide a Homework Help program, Tuesday and Wednesday from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Volunteer tutors provide homework help to grades kindergarten to 12th grades.

14. How do I reserve meeting space at the library?

To reserve space for a meeting room you will need to fill out a Meeting Room Packet, and send it to referencelib@lodi.gov. More information on the procedure to get one of our rooms is found within the packet. Please contact us two or more weeks before you need the room to allow for time to process your application. If you wish to talk to someone please contact the reference desk at (209) 333-5503.

15. How can I support my library?

You can support the Lodi Public Library in the following ways:

• Join or donate to the Lodi Public Library Foundation.
• Join or donate to the Friends of the Lodi Public Library.
• Become an Adult Literacy volunteer tutor.
• Volunteer at the Lodi Public Library.

16. Does the library carry tax forms?

During tax season, the library carries the most common instruction booklets. Forms must be printed from the tax websites at a cost of $0.15 per page. See the reference librarian for help.

17. How many DVD's can I check out?

A total of 10 DVD's can be checked out at one time for three weeks.