Santa Clara County Library District
Library function; provider and jurisdiction must be verified.[1]
Source checked October 26, 2026[1]sccld.org
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Contact details & office locations ↓Online services & information
Use the links below for official services and provider information. Check each service’s instructions and service area.
Official public library system associated with Santa Clara County for browsing. Independent city library systems may also serve the county. Membership rules, branch service areas and every address in the county are not implied by this association.
Read this library system’s own card instructions. Online registration, physical-card activation, residence and youth requirements may differ; use the quoted local conditions below where provided.
Before you start
- Information & documents · Full-use card — photo ID and U.S. mailing address
- You will need to present a valid form of identification showing your picture, name, and proof of your current address (proof of a U. S. mailing address) to obtain a full-use card. (see: Acceptable Forms of Proof of Address and Acceptable Forms of Photo ID). [4]
- Eligibility & access · eCard county residency versus full-access card U.S. mailing address
- Library eCards are available to those residing in Santa Clara County with a valid mailing address. If you do not reside in the County but do have a United States mailing address, a Full Access Library Card can be provided to you, free, during your next library visit. [5]
- Availability · Visit library for new or replacement card
- Visit a library during their service hours to apply for a new or replacement library card. [6]
- Eligibility & access · Santa Clara County-resident instant eCard
- Apply for a Library eCard from home. Santa Clara County residents gain an eCard instantly. [7]
- Availability · eCard free online access; physical full-access category differs
- An eCard gives you instant, full, free access to the Library's Online Library services, including eBooks, streaming movies, and more. [8]
Choose the actual provider’s named branch and confirm its posted opening/contact arrangements before travel. Membership and special-card eligibility remain subject to the separate card rules; directory status widgets are not a CountyWiki live-opening guarantee.
Check the provider’s specific aids, request notice periods and branch/service-area conditions. Home delivery, interpretation and staff assistance retain their own eligibility and availability limits.
Before you start
- Accessibility · Assistive reading devices for in-library use
- The Santa Clara County Library District now provides assistive reading devices for in-library use. Assistive reading devices are portable tools designed to aid comprehension through features like text-to-speech conversion, language translation, and page magnification. Individuals who are visually impaired or have other challenges with reading will benefit from their use. Each accessibility kit includes: [13]
- Accessibility · Ask Adult Reference Desk for in-library accessibility kit
- Visit the Adult Reference Desk of one of our library locations to check-out an accessibility kit for in-library use and to learn more. [14]
- Accessibility · ASL/translation request:seven-plus days gives best chance, not a guarantee
- In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), the Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD) will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the Library’s programs, services and activities. Please fill out this online form to request American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter or translation services. Although SCCLD will try to secure an interpreter or translator at any time, 7+ days advance notice will offer the best chance of securing this service for the specific library program or event. [15]
- Accessibility · Assistance with the accommodation request — separate contact/hours
- If you need assistance submitting the online request, you can speak with a staff member at your local library during normal open hours, call (408) 540-3947 Monday-Saturday between 10am-6pm, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org. [16]
- Eligibility & access · BookDash only actual district service area, valid SCCLD card and access barrier; regular library service cannot be used simultaneously. Intro and eligibility city lists differ for Los Altos Hills/Monte Sereno; confirm coverage.
- BookDash requires district service-area residence, a valid card and an access barrier. Two printed city lists differ; confirm coverage. Regular library/Bookmobile service cannot be used at the same time. [17]
Fees
Fees are quoted only when a source document supports the amount and conditions.
| Service | Amount | Conditions & source |
|---|---|---|
| Full Access library card | $0.00physical full-access card | Valid U.S. mailing address and in-person documents; eCard eligibility is narrower, limited to Santa Clara County residents.[9] |
| Library eCard | $0.00digital-only eCard | Santa Clara County-resident mailing-address requirement; not a statement that all visitors can get an eCard.[10] |
These are individual fee items, not a quote for your total. Other charges or exemptions may apply; confirm the total with the office.
Forms & documents
Official forms and document pages for this office’s services.
Sources & last checked5 source pages · 17 citations
Sources were checked by an AI-assisted research process. A checked website does not mean every service or fee on it has been reviewed.
- [1] SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library services (opens in a new tab)
SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library page — provider identity and services
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Santa Clara County Library District Homepage
- [2] Public Library Administrative Headquarters Directory — live 2025 report (opens in a new tab)
California State Library · Live 2025–26 administrative headquarters report — SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY1370 DELL AVENUECAMPBELL950081817(408) 293-2326(408) 293-2326(408) 364-1528webmaster@sccl.orghttp://www.sccl.orgJenniferWeeksCounty Librarian
- [3] SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library services (opens in a new tab)
SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library services page — exact library-card instructions link
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Get a Library Card
- [4] SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library card instructions — Full-use card — photo ID and U.S. mailing address
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
You will need to present a valid form of identification showing your picture, name, and proof of your current address (proof of a U.S. mailing address) to obtain a full-use card. (see: Acceptable Forms of Proof of Address and Acceptable Forms of Photo ID).
- [5] SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library card instructions — eCard county residency versus full-access card U.S. mailing address
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Library eCards are available to those residing in Santa Clara County with a valid mailing address. If you do not reside in the County but do have a United States mailing address, a Full Access Library Card can be provided to you, free, during your next library visit.
- [6] SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY · SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06085 p8
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Visit a library during their service hours to apply for a new or replacement library card.
- [7] SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY · SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06085 p12
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Apply for a Library eCard from home. Santa Clara County residents gain an eCard instantly.
- [8] SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY · SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06085 p14
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An eCard gives you instant, full, free access to the Library's Online Library services, including eBooks, streaming movies, and more.
- [9] SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY · SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06085 fee 20 full access library card
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Library eCards are available to those residing in Santa Clara County with a valid mailing address. If you do not reside in the County but do have a United States mailing address, a Full Access Library Card can be provided to you, free, during your next library visit.
- [10] SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY · SANTA CLARA COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06085 fee 14 library ecard
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
An eCard gives you instant, full, free access to the Library's Online Library services, including eBooks, streaming movies, and more.
- [11] Santa Clara County Library District — Hours & Locations (opens in a new tab)
Santa Clara County Library District · Santa Clara County Library District — Hours & Locations — 06085 branch directory
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77 Harrison Ave. Campbell, CA 95008 Get directions Phone:(408) 866-1991
- [12] Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services (opens in a new tab)
Santa Clara County Library District · Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services — 06085 accessibility
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
The Santa Clara County Library District now provides assistive reading devices for in-library use. Assistive reading devices are portable tools designed to aid comprehension through features like text-to-speech conversion, language translation, and page magnification. Individuals who are visually impaired or have other challenges with reading will benefit from their use. Each accessibility kit includes:
- [13] Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services (opens in a new tab)
Santa Clara County Library District · Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services — 06085 accessibility p1
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
The Santa Clara County Library District now provides assistive reading devices for in-library use. Assistive reading devices are portable tools designed to aid comprehension through features like text-to-speech conversion, language translation, and page magnification. Individuals who are visually impaired or have other challenges with reading will benefit from their use. Each accessibility kit includes:
- [14] Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services (opens in a new tab)
Santa Clara County Library District · Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services — 06085 accessibility p3
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Visit the Adult Reference Desk of one of our library locations to check-out an accessibility kit for in-library use and to learn more.
- [15] Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services (opens in a new tab)
Santa Clara County Library District · Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services — 06085 accessibility p4
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), the Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD) will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the Library’s programs, services and activities. Please fill out this online form to request American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter or translation services. Although SCCLD will try to secure an interpreter or translator at any time, 7+ days advance notice will offer the best chance of securing this service for the specific library program or event.
- [16] Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services (opens in a new tab)
Santa Clara County Library District · Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services — 06085 accessibility p5
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
If you need assistance submitting the online request, you can speak with a staff member at your local library during normal open hours, call (408) 540-3947 Monday-Saturday between 10am-6pm, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org.
- [17] Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services (opens in a new tab)
Santa Clara County Library District · Santa Clara County Library District — Accessibility Services — 06085 bookdash scope
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Do you have difficulty getting to the library due to a temporary or long-term illness, family illness, injury, impairment, medical condition, or disability, and need homebound service? We may have a solution for you! Santa Clara County Library District is providing BookDash, a free home delivery service, where library materials are delivered to your front door. This service is offered to the cities of Campbell, Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Altos, Milpitas, Morgan Hill, Saratoga, and the unincorporated areas of the county. Please Note: Qualified users must select either BookDash service, or regular library service including in-library and Bookmobile visits. Both services are not allowed at the same time. Eligibility: To qualify for BookDash Home Delivery service, an individual must: Live in the SCCLD service area, including the cities of Campbell, Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Milpitas, Morgan Hill, Monte Sereno and Saratoga, as well as the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County; and Possess a valid SCCLD library card; and Be unable to visit a library on their own because of temporary or long-term illness, family illness, injury, impairment, medical condition, or disability. Independent medical certification of homebound status is not required. If you have any questions, please call the Bookmobile Office at (408) 883-6959 and we will be happy to answer them! For more information about homebound services, read the Homebound Services & Library Designee Policy.