How it Works:
- Curbside pickup of library materials is available at both the Main Library and Sonya Crawshaw Branch.
- Items may be reserved in two ways - via online or phone
- No material returns will be accepted at the curbside
- Materials should be returned through material drop slots at either of our locations
To Request by Phone:
- Call the library to place a hold at 630-837-6800
- We will fill your holds as quickly as possible
- You may also receive an email, phone call, or text when holds are ready.
To Request Online:
For online requests through the library catalog.
- Search for the item.
- Click on the 'Place Request' button, enter the 14- digits of your library card number
and your 4-digit PIN number. - Click on the "Login" icon.
- Select where you would like to pick up the item.
- A message will verify if the request was successful.
- You will be notified when your items are available.
When Materials are Ready:
Curbside Pickup at Main Library
- Limit of 10 items
- Place hold on items online at pclib.org (24/7) or by calling 630-837-6800 (9 am-5 pm, Mon-Fri).
- Wait for pickup notification with scheduled day/time, sent via email or by phone call.
- Upon arrival, pull into assigned parking space off of Library Lane and call designated phone number to let staff know you have arrived.
- Stay in your vehicle and be prepared to show library card or ID.
- When staff arrives, pop your trunk or unlock car door.
- Return all items in Book Drop located off of Library Lane.
Curbside Pickup at Sonya Crawshaw Branch Library
- Limit of 10 items
- Place hold on items online at pclib.org (24/7) or by calling 331-808-3593 (1 pm-5 pm, Mon-Fri).
- Wait for pickup notification with scheduled day/time, sent via email or by phone call.
- Upon arrival, pull into assigned parking space in front of the Branch and call designated phone number to let staff know you have arrived.
- Stay in your vehicle and be prepared to show library card or ID.
- When staff arrives, pop your trunk or unlock car door.
- Return all items in Book Drop located in parking lot.
Curbside Pickup Hours
Main Branch:
- Monday through Thursday between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM
- Friday and Saturday between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM
Sonya Crawshaw Branch:
- Monday through Thursday between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM
- Friday and Saturday between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM