Get a Library Card

Register for a library card at the checkout desk or online. You will be asked to present photo identification.

• Full Access/CLC: Colorado residents 18 years or older with photo ID and valid Colorado mailing address may register for a library card. To acquire a library card for a child under 18 years of age, the child’s parent or legal guardian must present a photo ID and must accompany the child to the library.  Bemis Public Library participates in Colorado Libraries Collaborate (CLC), enabling Colorado residents who do not live in Littleton to register for full access cards with photo ID. 
• Online Temporary Registration for Colorado Residents: Your online registration includes access to some digital resources and an option to place in-house items on hold. Access to Culture Passes, Kanopy, Hoopla, or physical items is not available with a temporary card. For access to those items you will need to present a photo ID at the library to obtain your permanent card. Online temporary library cards expire six months from the issue date.  
  • By signing the signature field, you are stating: 
  • “I accept financial responsibility for the materials borrowed on this card and agree to follow all the rules of the Bemis Public Library. Children under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present to obtain a permanent library card.”   
• LPS Onecard: LPS students and faculty have instant access to library databases and digital materials by using their Littleton Public School ID as their Bemis library card. LPS Onecard patrons may also check out two physical items with their LPS ID number. 
• Guest Card: Any patron living/working/staying in the City of Littleton on a temporary basis may register with photo ID and a valid U.S. mailing address for a limited-access Guest Card.  This card allows the user to check out two physical items and access all other library resources except for pay-per-use platforms such as Kanopy and Hoopla.   To acquire a library card for a child under 18 years of age, a parent or legal guardian must present a valid photo ID and must accompany the child to the library. 

Overdue Fines

Bemis Public Library does not charge overdue fines. 

Lost and Damaged Materials Policy

If a patron loses or damages library material, they will be responsible for the cost of replacing the item. This includes the retail price plus an additional $2.50 cataloging and processing fee. Bemis Public Library cannot accept replacement copies in lieu of payment.

Patrons will receive a full refund of the amount paid for a lost item if the item is found and returned within 30 days of payment. 

Sign up for text notification

Receive text message notifications for books that are available for pickup and those that are due soon. Request information about current checkouts and fines, and even renew the books and movies currently checked out.

How do I sign up?

Call the library at 303-795-3961 or visit the checkout desk.

What kinds of notices will I get?

• HOLDS: This is a notice that you have holds ready to be picked up.
• OVERDUE: This is a notice that things are already overdue.
• RENEW: This is a notice that things will soon be due, and you can renew them.
• FEES: This is a notice that there are fees owed for lost or damaged items.
• ANNOUNCEMENTS: These notices will feature library closures, etc.

Text messaging commands

(send all keywords to 1-844-225-9488):

• TEST: Test your connection to the service.
• HELP: Get help with a command. E.g., type HELP FEES to get help with that command.
• MYBOOKS: Inquire about the status of all of your library items.
• IOWEU: Get a list of fees for all registered barcodes.
• RHL: Get a list of holds expiring soon.
• HL: Get a list of holds that are ready to pick up.
• OA: The service will attempt to renew all overdue items and will reply with a list of items that were successfully and unsuccessfully renewed.
• OL: Generates a numbered list of all overdue items eligible for renewal.
• RA: The service will attempt to renew all items and will reply with a list of items that were successfully and unsuccessfully renewed.
• RI: Get a list of items that are coming due and that cannot be renewed.
• RL: Generates a numbered list of renewable items.
• MYCARDS: Generates a numbered list of the barcodes currently registered to your phone.
• ADDCARD: This will add a barcode registered to your phone for notices.
• DROPCARD: To remove a card from your phone for notices.
• ADDEMAIL: Change email on your account.
• SWITCHPHONE: Update your phone number or mobile service provider (AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, etc).
• RESEND: Receive last message again.
• STOP: Immediately remove your number from the text service, no questions asked.
• QUIT: Longer way to quit the service. You will be prompted to enter the barcode and will receive a message confirming your request.

When will I receive texts?

• Texts will be sent only when activity on your account triggers a message and will be sent between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Will I be charged for this service?

• The library doesn’t charge a fee for this service, but cell phone plan’s regular text messaging rates still apply. Check with your cell phone service provider to see the cost of text messages in your service plan. You can expect a larger volume of text messages with this service.