Curbside Service

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Curbside Services at Corte Madera and Novato Libraries will be closed starting January 25, due to an issue discovered with the ongoing construction projects. The expected reopening date for Curbside Service is Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at both locations. Read more.
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 Curbside Service is now available for holds pickup and returns, during curbside hours.

We are happy to now be able to offer curbside service at most of our locations.
Note: Service Suspended at Corte Madera & Novato Jan.25-Feb.15, 2021. Details.
For non-MCFL libraries in Marin, please visit their websites for details of curbside services offered.

All branches are currently closed to the public.

How to Order Curbside Pickup

Steps:

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Order items

Place holds either online anytime, or by phone at 415-473-2272 (Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 9-3, Sun 1-4). You can place holds on books, DVDs, CDs and more.  It is helpful if you are able to have your library card number ready.

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wait to be notified

Wait for email notification that your items are ready. You can also check your account online.

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contact the library

Note: Procedures vary by location. Please pay close attention to the specific details for your branch below. Most branches are only able to answer calls during curbside hours. It is helpful if you are able to have your library card number ready.


Bolinas: Call 415-868-1171 when you are coming to the library during curbside hours.

Civic Center: Call 415-473-6057 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday from 10 am to 2 pm to schedule a pickup time during curbside hours. Pickup on 4th floor by appointment.

Corte Madera: Service Suspended Jan.25-Feb.15, 2021.  Call ahead at 415-924-3515 during curbside hours so that we can prepare your items.  Check in at our door to pick them up.

Fairfax: Call 415-453-8151 when you are in front of the library during curbside hours.

Inverness: Call 415-669-1288 when you are coming to the library during curbside hours.

Marin City: Call ahead at 415-332-6158 during curbside hours so that we can prepare your items. Then call us when you are in our parking lot.

Novato: Service Suspended Jan.25-Feb.15, 2021.  Call 415-473-2050 during curbside hours to schedule a pickup time.

Point Reyes: Call 415-663-8375 when you are coming to the library during curbside hours.

South Novato: Call ahead at 415-506-3165, or email us at SNO@marincounty.org during curbside hours so that we can prepare your items.

Stinson Beach: Call 415-868-0252 when you are coming to the library during curbside hours.

Location not listed? For non-MCFL libraries in Marin, please visit their websites for details of curbside services offered.

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pick up during curbside hours

When picking up your holds or dropping off returns, please follow all directions, stay at least 6 feet away from others and wear a face covering. Please do your part to keep yourself, other patrons and our staff safe.

Curbside Returns

Returns are accepted at all locations during curbside hours.  In addition, book drops at the Bolinas Library, Civic Center Library, Corte Madera Library, Fairfax Library, Inverness Library, Point Reyes Library, South Novato Library & Stinson Beach Library are open all hours for returns.

Please make sure to stay at least 6 feet away from others and wear a face covering.

Note: Please be aware that returned items will be quarantined for at least 96 hours before being checked in, so items will remain on your library record while we safely process them. (Returned items might remain on your account for as long as a week.) You will not be charged late fees during this time.

Because of safety protocols, no return receipts will be available.

We also now offer automatic renewals of any items that can be renewed. If an item can be renewed (i.e. if there’s no-one waiting for it, and it hasn’t already been renewed the maximum number of times), then it will automatically be renewed. Please be sure to check your library reminder notices for any items coming due, as not all items can be renewed. (Automatic renewal does not apply to ebooks.)

No Curbside Donations

Branches cannot accept donations at this time.

The Friends of the Library book store, the Book Place, is accepting donations on a limited basis. Please see the Friends website for more details.

Questions?

We are here to help!

Please email us or call 415-473-2272 (Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 9-3, Sun 1-4).

You can also check our Frequently Asked Questions page.