Frequently Asked Questions
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You may get a library card if you are 18 years and older with proof of current address in Orion Township. Come to the front desk of the library with your driver's license or state ID so we can give you a card.
Minors (under 18 years old) applying for a library card must have their application signed by a parent or legal guardian. Proof of address or proof of address for the parent or legal guardian signing the application is required.
If you have recently moved and the address is not current on your driver's license or ID, please bring a proof of Orion Township address (a utility bill, lease agreement, etc) with your name on it along with your ID for us to validate and we can give you a card.
Borrowing privileges will be suspended for patrons with fees exceeding $10.00 or lost items.
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Yes. Individuals who attend a K–12 school in, but do not reside in, the OTPL service area are eligible. Library privileges are restricted to the student only; family members do not qualify for library privileges.
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You may come to OTPL and check out physical materials if you have a current library card with a library in the area that we have reciprocal borrowing agreements with. This includes all The Library Network (TLN) member libraries and Troy Public Library. Select this link to view TLN Member Libraries.
Please visit our front desk with your valid driver's license or ID and your home library card and we can register you in our system. This will allow you to borrow physical materials only. These borrowing privileges excludes digital downloads or online resources.
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Yes. On the library’s website, select My Account and then enter you library card barcode number and PIN number under Log in to access your record.
You may also download our mobile app and login to your account with your library card number and PIN to check account information, search the catalog, put items on hold, and even check out your own materials in the library. The app is available in Android and iOS devices. Go to your app store and search "Orion Township Public Library" to find the app.
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Absolutely! We just charge $1.00 for the cost of a replacement card. Please visit the front desk.
