Curbside Pickup
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First things first, all items are available to be held through our online catalog (opens in a new tab) when you log in with your EPL card. You can also call the location where you wish to pick up. Visit this page
Curbside service is available 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
All of the other usual rules are in place.
Circulation time for items remains the same: 21 days for books and CDs, seven days for movies and magazines. Simply hold the items you want and make sure your contact information is up to date. You will receive a message when your items are ready for pickup; then head on over to the branch you’ve chosen to pick up at.
When you arrive at the location, park in the designated spot and call the phone number on the sign. An EPL staff member will verify the last four digits of your library barcode and ask for a description of your vehicle, then give any additional instructions.
All items needing to be returned should be placed in the outside book drops. A Public Library Access Card may be needed to check out items at other libraries in Indiana. You can purchase this card at any Elkhart Public Library location.
How To Place a Hold
Placing a hold is easy and fast. It allows you to pick up the item you wish to have at the library branch of your choice.
Currently, books, audiobooks, CDs, and DVDs are available to be held for pickup.
If you’re not sure how to place a hold, watch this short video that will have you doing it in no time.