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Hoyt Main

(989) 755-0904
505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607
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Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Butman-Fish

(989) 799-9160
1716 Hancock Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
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Butman-Fish

Wickes

(989) 752-3821
1713 Hess Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
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Wickes

Zauel Memorial

(989) 799-2771
3100 North Center Road
Saginaw, MI 48603
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Mon, Tue, Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm
Wed: 12:00pm-9:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm
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Get a Library Card

Persons wishing to obtain a library card should fill out an application giving the information indicated as follows:

  • Legal Name
  • Primary Address
  • City, State, Zip
  • County, Township
  • Telephone Number
  • Driver’s License Number, Michigan ID, or Passport number
  • High School or College (if attending)
  • Legal Guardian's Name (if under 18)
  • E-mail Address
  • Gender
  • Age Category

Person will need to verify his/her home address by showing some proof of ID: driver’s license, Michigan ID, postmarked piece of mail, etc.)

When a juvenile (child under 18) applies for a card, a Children’s library card letter and the general library services brochure will be sent out to the parents making them aware that their child has applied for a card. If a child has no ID, a postcard will be sent to verify the address. This packet will also be given to parents who have come in to register their children. If the child has no ID, we can use the parent's ID for verification.

No person shall be deprived of library service because of the misuse of the library or its materials by any other person in his/her family.

Click here to download the Public Libraries of Saginaw Library Card Application. Remember, you must bring in your home address verification as stated above.

Circulation Policy

For specific questions about circulation policy (for obtaining library cards and checking out books and other materials), ask at any of our library branches or call Circulation at (989) 755-9824.

Email Notification

You may sign up to receive email notification. Notification will be sent for items that are available for pick up and for overdue items.

Interlibrary Loan

Materials not owned by the Public Libraries of Saginaw are borrowed from other libraries. This is generally a free service to patrons who reside in our legal service area.

Legal Service Area

The Public Libraries of Saginaw's legal service area includes: City of Saginaw, City of Zilwaukee, Buena Vista, Carrollton, James, Kochville, Saginaw Township, Tittabawasee, and Zilwaukee Township. Library cards are available for anyone who lives in our legal service area and the area served by the Valley Library Consortium. Outside that area, a card can be purchased for a $50 annual non-resident fee.

Loan Periods

Print materials, audiobooks, and most downloadables are checked out for three weeks. DVDs are loaned for one week. Most materials can be renewed twice. Renewals can be made over the phone or online through your library account.

Reserves/Holds

If the title you want is not available, you may reserve it or place it on hold even if it is owned by another library. This can be done in person, by phone or, in some cases, through the library's online catalog by following the instructions on the screen.

Upcoming Events

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Jan 19 2021 Tue

Miss Maureen's Preschool Story Time on Facebook

All Day
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Jan 19 2021 Tue

Miss Maureen's Preschool Story Time on Facebook

All Day
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
Description:
Online story time presented by Miss Maureen. We can't wait to have you join us for a wonderful story reaching into your home or classroom wherever that may be! Visit the Public Libraries of Saginaw's Facebook page for new story time postings every Tu...
This event is in the "Babies" group.
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Jan 21 2021 Thu

Mother Goose Rock and Rhyme Puppet Shows on Facebook

All Day
This event is in the "Babies" group.
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Jan 21 2021 Thu

Mother Goose Rock and Rhyme Puppet Shows on Facebook

All Day
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Children, Everyone
Program Type: Performance, Storytime
Description:
Puppets take traditional fairy tales and bring them to life, define, them, or just make them funny in a performance format. Visit the Public Libraries of Saginaw Facebook page for new puppet shows posted on Thursdays! ...
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jan 21 2021 Thu

Library Board Monthly Meeting

5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Jan 21 2021 Thu

Library Board Monthly Meeting

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Room: Hoyt Library Mezzanine
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Description:
Monthly meeting of the board of directors for the Public Libraries of Saginaw. This meeting is open to the public. If you'd like to speak during public comment, please call ahead or sign in before the meeting is called to order. Meeting starts promp...
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jan 22 2021 Fri

Miss Beth's Krazy Krafts on Facebook

All Day
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jan 22 2021 Fri

Miss Beth's Krazy Krafts on Facebook

All Day
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:
Join Miss Beth on the Public Libraries of Saginaw's Facebook Page doing striking and fun crafts related to the week's story time theme for kids ages 3-6! ...
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jan 23 2021 Sat

Listen & Move Storytime

All Day
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jan 23 2021 Sat

Listen & Move Storytime

All Day
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:
Listen a little and move a little with this fun storytime.  Join Miss Michelle every other Saturday on the Public Libraries of Saginaw's Facebook page. This program is designed for preschool age children but all ages are welcome to participate! ...
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505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607

(989) 755-0904

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