It’s Library Card Sign-Up Month in September
Every September, the American Library Association celebrates Library Card Sign-Up Month (a tradition since 1987) calling attention to the power of public libraries and the doors they open for families and kids.
Why Getting a Library Card Matters This Fall
A library card isn’t just for reading, it’s your ticket to hundreds of services. Cardholders often enjoy:
- Access to e-books and audiobooks
- Free digital learning tools and streaming media
- Community events, storytimes, and free classes for all ages
- Quiet study spaces or family-friendly areas for kids to explore
Sauk County Libraries
Sauk County has a network of welcoming libraries you can visit this month to sign up:
- Carnegie-Schadde Memorial Public Library (Baraboo)
- George Culver Community Library (Sauk)
- Kilbourn Public Library (Wisconsin Dells)
- LaValle Public Library
- North Freedom Public Library
- Reedsburg Public Library
- Rock Springs Public Library
- Ruth Culver Community Library (Prairie du Sac)
- Spring Green Community Library
Each library offers sign-up options and extra programs that support families, students, and lifelong learners.
How to Get Your Card
Getting your library card is quick and free if you’re a resident. You’ll usually just need:
- A valid photo ID
- Proof of Sauk County residence (like a utility bill)
Every Checkout Counts
Did you know that every time you check out a book or borrow a digital resource, you’re doing more than just bringing home a good read? Each checkout provides important data that shows how valuable our libraries are to the community.
High usage helps libraries secure funding, apply for grants, and decide which books or resources to add or replace. It also helps support authors and ensures that future collections reflect what the community truly wants. So when you check out a book, you’re directly shaping the future of our local libraries!
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The more people who sign up for library cards and use these services, the stronger our libraries become—through better funding, bigger collections, and even more programs for all ages.
So, spread the word and help our libraries thrive!
American Library Association. (2025, August 25). American Library Association celebrates Library Card Sign-Up Month 2025. ALA News. Retrieved from ALA website
