Community ID cards

Most Maine residents can use their local library card to borrow most materials at Fogler Library. Speak with Circulation staff; purchase may be unnecessary given we accept cards from most libraries in Maine.

Policy

  • Cards listed on this page do not provide remote access to UMaine licensed indexes, journals, databases, and ebooks.
  • No borrowing through our Interlibrary Loan Department; however, it is possible to request materials via the LibrarySearch (University of Maine system) and MaineCat (statewide) online catalogs
  • No pick-up of materials at University of Maine System Centers and Sites.
  • Cardholder is responsible for all materials borrowed with card.
  • Card is non-transferable and required for all transactions.
  • Use of audio/video equipment limited to University of Maine System students, faculty, and staff.
  • View your library account to verify due dates.
  • Public library patrons—Fogler Library is unable to process transactions if your record is expired or blocked. Please verify your record is in working order before attempting to borrow items here.

Other Maine Library ID Cards

Fogler Library accepts almost any barcoded library card from a Maine library that is linked to a valid record accessible in our system. Fogler is also a Maine Reciprocal Borrowing Program Library.

Read policy before attempting to use your card.

Courtesy Cards

  • $20 annually
  • $2 Lost card replacement fee
  • 20-item limit
  • 4-week loan
  • 1-year renewal window
  • 5-item holds limit
  • $55.00/UMaine item replacement charge

Card issue: Circulation Desk. Maine residents (including seasonal) not affiliated with UMaine/University of Maine System may purchase a courtesy ID card. State employees must pay full fee. Applicants must be high school age or older. Minors must be accompanied by a guardian when applying for a card (not necessary for card renewal). Courtesy cards are issued to individuals only, not to businesses or organizations. Popular Reading titles in the Reserve Reading Room may be renewed once for 4 weeks. Read policy before attempting to purchase card. Sign into your LIbrarySearch account as a “community borrower” to verify due dates.

Alumni/ae Cards

  • $15 annually
  • $2 Lost card replacement fee
  • 20-item limit
  • 4-week loan
  • 1-year renewal window
  • 5-item holds limit
  • $55.00/UMaine item replacement charge

Card issue: Circulation Desk. Proof of Alumni/ae Association membership required. Popular Reading titles in the Reserve Reading Room may be renewed once for 4 weeks. Read policy before attempting to purchase card. Sign into your LIbrarySearch account as a “community borrower” to verify due dates.