All Forest Park residents (ages 0+) are invited to sign up for a free library card. We offer several ways to sign up. You can choose for your card to be sent in the mail or picked up at the Library.
Find out more about your library card, the Fine Free program, renewals, and more here.
Sign Up Online
Sign up online. Click here. You will get immediate access to digital resources. Your physical card will arrive in the mail soon after.
Sign Up by Phone
Sign up by phone. Call the Library at 708-366-7171. You will receive immediate access to your library card number to use digital resources. You can have your new card sent in the mail or pick it up at the Library.
Sign Up at the Library
Sign up in person at the Library. We have created a low-contact method of signing up for a Library card at the Library. You will get immediate access to your card. The Library is located at 7555 Jackson Blvd.
Library Card Resources
Once you get your library card, you will get access to thousands of quality free resources.
Books, DVDs, & More
All items within the Library (Books, Audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, Outreach Kits, WiFi Hotspots, Graphic Novels, and Magazines.) Search online for items here or see new items and recommendations here. Items can be picked up through the Library’s self serve shelf.
Delivery from Other Libraries
Access to thousands of items at one of the 90+ libraries in our consortium. Items will be delivered to FPPL for pick up. Learn how to place a hold here.
eBooks
Download or stream thousands of ebooks. Your library card gives you access to 2 online platforms: the Libby app powered by Overdrive and Hoopla Digital. For set up info go here or call the Library at 708-366-7171.
Streaming Audiobooks
Download or stream thousands of digital audiobooks. Your library card gives you access to 2 online platforms: the Libby app powered by Overdrive and Hoopla Digital. For set up info go here or call the Library at 708-366-7171.
Streaming Movies & TV Shows
Stream thousands of movies and TV shows. Your library card gives you access to 2 online platforms: the Kanopy and Hoopla Digital. For set up help, call the Library at 708-366-7171 or email askus@fppl.org.
Digital Magazines
Download hundreds of popular magazines. Your library card gives you access to Libby. For set up, info go here or call the Library at 708-366-7171.
Streaming Music
Stream music for free on your device. Your library card gives you access to Hoopla Digital. For set up info go here or call the Library at 708-366-7171.
Online Learning
The Library offers several online learning platforms. Take classes on a variety of subjects on Lynda.com or Universal Class. Learn a new language with Mango Languages. See all the options here.
Online Research
The Library gives cardholders access to several online research sites including Ancestry.com, Data Axle, and Consumer Reports. See all the options here.
Stay in Touch
Call or Email
Call the Library at 708-366-7171 with any questions about your library card. You can also email askus@fppl.org.
e-Newsletter
Sign up for the Library’s e-newsletter to find out about services, events, and more. Go to here.
Social Media
Follow the Library on Facebook or Instagram to stay up-to-date on Library news, services, events, and more.