Home > About > History of the Library > History of The Library Weber County Libraries: Palaces for the People Excellence is the goal of everything we do at the Weber County Library, where every day our greatest resource, our people, dedicate themselves to providing the highest level of service to our community. We take seriously our responsibility as a community gathering place and repository of knowledge, offering access to all. During the course of our 150-year history, library people–board members, friends, employees, and community members–have earned national recognition for our willingness to take risks and power through adversity to help build a world-class library system. Early History The Weber County Library System has its roots in the 1864 incorporation of Ogden’s first Library Association; the first, but certainly not the last, attempt to establish collective public access to reading materials. Times were rough and tough in “Junction City” and those groups advocating for collective access to learning materials typically didn’t last long. Over time, however, several associations did succeed in setting up reading rooms that found short-term accommodation in locations as diverse as private homes, local businesses, public buildings, and even an abandoned stable. Not everyone was welcome. Reading rooms did not pretend to be public libraries and sometimes charged a fee to “rent” books. Nonetheless, they whetted the appetite for more egalitarian access to the printed word. During the decades that followed, the Ogden Carnegie Free Library served the people as a public library and stayed open until eleven o’clock in the evening to serve as an academic library in support of Weber Academy, which later evolved through several name changes (Weber Normal College, Weber College, Weber State College) to become Weber State University. In 1954, when Weber College outgrew its original home on Jefferson Avenue and moved to its current location on the east bench, it was time for the public library to have a new home as well. Now more than fifty years old, the Ogden Carnegie Free Library building was completely worn out and lacked adequate space for both patron service and housing the public’s impressive collections. Shelving was moved so close together that an article in the local newspaper reported, “Only a person of lean persuasion was able to make his way between them.” The floors sagged so dramatically under the weight of the books and bound periodicals that, on more than one occasion, readers were quickly summoned to physically brace the shelves while librarians unloaded the stacks so additional shims could be placed on the sagging side to keep them from toppling. Ogden Carnegie Free Library Utah cities were not authorized to levy a tax in support of the operation and maintenance of a library until 1896, when the first Utah State Legislature met and passed an enabling law. By this time, lack of funding had already hampered public availability of learning materials for more than thirty years. Once the Utah State Legislature took action, a group of community-minded people convinced Ogden City officials to levy a tax sufficient to operate and maintain a public library on the condition that Andrew Carnegie would provide funding for bricks and mortar. A letter was written, Carnegie agreed, and in 1903, thirty-nine years after the first reading room was established, teams of horses pulling carriages, buckboards, and farm wagons lumbered down Washington Boulevard, bringing materials to stock the shelves of the Ogden Carnegie Free Library as it prepared to open its doors. Ogden’s library had the distinction of being the first building in Utah dedicated entirely to public library service. The Main Library Main Library Architectural Rendering John L. Piers was challenged to design and Hogan Tingey to construct a building so formidable that collections could span the one-hundred-foot-wide building without the need of a single support column. It was to be a building designed in the NEW FORMALISM architectural style that paid homage to classic Greek temples, a building so beautiful that it was destined to become a Northern Utah icon. An adage states that “Nothing worth having comes easy,” and it was certainly true of the first Weber County Library building. Political squabbling, a high water table, and the dismissal of a principled library director delayed construction. Nonetheless, the newly constructed library opened in March 1968, with an official celebration and dedication scheduled on April 4. Expectations ran high for the long-awaited event. As people were dressing for the occasion, a gunshot rang out in Memphis, Tennessee. An hour later, authorities announced Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had been assassinated. News didn’t travel as fast in those days as it does now; there were no cell phones or internet. Nonetheless, by the time the crowd assembled to hear the speeches and prayers that were to dedicate their new temple of learning, the news of Dr. King’s death began to make its way through the gathering. There is no indication that this tragedy changed the course of the planned public events that evening, but his violent passing certainly changed the future course of this institution. A County Library System is Established During the late 1950s and early 1960s, the intellectual daughters and sons of those who established those first reading rooms began to envision a new building, a second-generation central library, that would function as the hub of a system with branches having the capacity to serve people throughout the entire county. Their vision for this future was fraught with challenges: political, social, legal, and financial. Nevertheless, they persevered. As the lions poised on the steps at the entrance to the New York City Public Library attest, Patience and Fortitude pay dividends. Every hurdle was cleared, save the very last: an opportunity for the people to have the final say. Weighing in by way of a public vote, people from throughout the county gave a thumbs up to establish a countywide library system; that is to authorize the sale of general obligation bonds to build a new Main Library–with branches to follow–and to levy a tax for operation and maintenance. On February 28, 1966, after sixty-five years serving patrons as one of the most beloved and respected institutions in the community, the Ogden Carnegie Free Library Board of Directors voted the library out of existence and a newly established Weber County Library Board took the reins. Construction soon began on a new central library. This time, the community would build a fortress. Palaces for the People Library employees, board members, Friends of the Library, and community members vowed the dedication of the new Weber County Main Library was more than perfunctory speeches and prayers. There was a need for action, for a public commitment to take responsibility for providing all the people with equitable access to a principled public institution; a library, dedicated to a system of ethics that recognizes every person is worthy of respect and that each individual has a right to an irreducible minimum of society’s resources necessary for “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.” Over the decades that followed, a bookmobile, four branch libraries–SOUTHWEST BRANCH , NORTH BRANCH , OGDEN VALLEY BRANCH , and PLEASANT VALLEY BRANCH –and the County Law Library were added to the Weber County Library’s administrative umbrella, extending access to print, non-print, and electronic resources to people living throughout Weber County. Like the Carnegie Library before it, the Weber County Library System endeared itself to generations of people, evolving, innovating, and extending services that resulted in earning dozens of LOCAL, STATE, AND NATIONAL AWARDS . For example, during 1984, the Utah Library Association awarded the Library Development Fund their “Community Service Award,” recognizing this group as the only not-for-profit corporation in Utah dedicated to enhancing public library service. The Utah Heritage Foundation recognized library board members with its 2004 “Building Stewardship Award” for their dedication to the outstanding care and maintenance of the Main Library. Almost Fifty Years and Twenty-One Million Visits Later On December 1, 2011, a near tragedy awoke a sleeping giant in the library community when an electrical transformer housed in the Main Library’s boiler room malfunctioned. Ogden City emergency responders and utility workers averted a fire and possible explosion only by disconnecting the building’s electrical feed at the utility pole. News of this narrowly averted catastrophe, combined with additional occurrences of electrical fires, floods, and OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE FAILURES focused public attention on the need to take action. More than 21,000,000 visits over the course of almost fifty years had taken its toll. The building now presented infrastructure life-safety issues that had to be addressed. During 2012, the library board commissioned a feasibility study to be conducted by a team of highly qualified architects and engineers. The team’s charge was to evaluate the Main Library, recommend whether it should be replaced or renovated, and determine the relative cost of each course of action. After six months of exploration and study, the team produced and presented its report to the public. Recommendations included: Construct a new headquarters library on the county’s west side to support continued growth and development in this area. The feasibility study team noted that constructing a much needed new library on the west side of the county would afford the opportunity to expand services at both the Main Library and North Branch without incurring the considerable expense of building an addition to either of the existing facilities. Relocate the library’s Technical and Support Services divisions housed on the lower level of the Main Library to the new headquarters building, freeing space needed for public programs and services and allowing the downtown Ogden library building to continue to function as the central library for the county-wide system. Relocate the library’s in-house print shop and items stored in the lower level of the North Branch to the new Headquarters Library, freeing approximately 12,000 square feet of space necessary for public programs and services. Renovate the Main Library to create a safer, more flexible, and energy-efficient facility capable of supporting a new generation of life-long learning applications. The feasibility study team estimated approximately $1,000,000 could be saved by renovating the Main Library rather than tearing it down and starting over. Renovate and expand public services into unfinished space at the North Branch Library to create a safer, more flexible, and energy-efficient facility capable of supporting a new generation of life-long learning applications. A second study found it would cost approximately $5,000,000 less to renovate the North Branch than to build a totally new facility of the same size. Add parking and storm sewer infrastructure at the Ogden Valley Branch to leverage the public’s investment and ability to safely serve a growing population. The feasibility study team cautioned that time was short. Catastrophic failure of the Main Library infrastructure was imminent. Onward and Upward A five-year capital plan was developed to facilitate recommendations included in the feasibility study, and on June 23, 2013, the people again weighed in on the future of the Weber County Library System. Rallying under the banner, “Libraries Change Lives,” the public voted their approval of the projects outlined in a new capital plan. The vote of approval to sell general obligation bonds to fund the capital plan came after an AWARD-WINNING PUBLIC INFORMATION CAMPAIGN sponsored by Friends of the Library. The campaign was based around Weber County’s award-winning PLEASANT VALLEY BRANCH that opened during 2009. The Pleasant Valley Branch allowed people to see first-hand how libraries had evolved from their traditional role of housing print materials into modern community platforms for lifelong learning. As it turned out, residents wanted a library like the Pleasant Valley Branch in their community and voted to make it so. United for Libraries, a division of the American Library Association, recognized the leadership of the Friends of the Library in informing the public about the changing role of libraries, by presenting them with their 2014 “Special Project Award.” A New Generation of Community Learning Platforms “On time and under budget,” was the mantra during the ensuing five years, as additional parking and storm drain systems were added at the Ogden Valley Branch; a new Southwest Branch/ Headquarters Library was constructed; and the Main Library was completely renovated and expanded. On June 23, 2018, five years to the day the public approved sale of the general obligation bonds, the fourth and final capital plan project, a renovated and expanded North Branch, opened its doors to the public. All four projects were completed on time and under budget. Paying homage to those stewards who had come before during the opening of each new facility, the library board and staff challenged those who will follow to remember that excellence is never achieved by accident. It is always the result of a shared vision, integrity, planning, and hard work. Looking Ahead As you visit Weber County’s libraries, envisioned by a new generation of community builders and fueled by a vote of the people, you will find individuals of every description, hailing from every station in life, joining together to attend classes, participate in programs, and enjoy access to educational resources of every description. You will find a diverse, highly educated and skilled staff that comes from throughout the North American continent and beyond. You will see community gathering spaces where everyone is welcome to engage in teaching as well as learning. You will also find prominently displayed a symbol of this Library System’s commitment to all the people. This symbol, a silhouette of a powerful fist clenching a flower, is our way of signifying that this institution is committed to Radical Civility. Radical Civility is a public service philosophy that is not based upon a narrow set of prescribed values, but rather on universal ethical principles that demand all people be treated fairly, with dignity and respect. In these community spaces, your public libraries, we will make good on the commitment that people will be judged by “the content of their heart, not by the color of their skin,” or by any other distinguishable characteristic. Radical Civility is what you may expect to see us model, and it is what we expect to see from others. Thriving on Chaos: The Butterfly Effect Chaos theory, the science of how, over time, incremental changes in nature result in monumental effects, recognizes that a flap of a butterfly’s wings in Ogden, Utah can change the weather half way around the world. For more than 150 years, the Weber County library community has again and again demonstrated the validity of this theory. Transforming a public reading room housed in an abandoned stable into the nationally recognized community educational platform for life-long learning took more than money, hard work, and time. It took people from every station in our community working together, one small step at a time, in support of a shared vision: Libraries Change Lives. Thank you for making it so. Now, let’s imagine what we can accomplish together during the next fifty years, and beyond.

Home > Help > Get Help Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page—your reliable resource for quick answers about borrowing policies, library hours, digital resources, and more. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time member, we’re here to help you get the most out of your library experience. How do I sign-up for a library card? You can sign-up for a library card at any of our locations. Please visit our Get a Library Card page for more information about the application process. What are the library's hours of operation? We have five locations throughout Weber County to serve you. Below are the addresses and regular hours for each of our libraries. Monday - Thursday: 10am - 9pm Friday - Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: 1pm - 5pm (Sep - May) Holiday Closures for 2025: January 1, New Year's Day Apr 20, Easter May 26, Memorial Day July 4, Independence Day July 24, Pioneer Day September 1, Labor Day October 20, Staff Training Day November 27, Thanksgiving December 25, Christmas Visit our locations and hours page for more information. How do I renew items? You can renew items by: Logging into your account online (select “Currently Checked Out” then “Renew Items”) Using the Weber County Library mobile app (select “Checkouts” then “Renew” or “Renew all”) Bringing your materials to the library Calling the library to renew items You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Can my child get their own library card? Yes! Persons under 18 are able to receive a library card if their parent or legal guardian applies and signs their approval for them to be a cardholder. When children have their own library card, it encourages reading, but also helps build confidence and important life skills such as critical thinking, responsibility, and independence. How do I replace a lost library card? There is a $1 replacement fee for lost cards. You can replace your card by visiting your nearest location and speaking with a staff member - remember to bring a photo ID and proof of address with you! Patrons are asked to give notice as soon as possible for lost cards, and are responsible for returning any materials that are checked-out on the lost card. Can I get a library card if I’m not a resident? Yes! Residents not residing in the counties listed below may purchase a library card for an annual fee of $30. Areas library cards are free to residents: Weber County Davis County Morgan County Brigham City Logan City Is there a fee for overdue or damaged items? We care about our patrons and want to provide the best collection, so we do charge fees for overdue or damaged items. We also ask patrons to take part in keeping our library’s collections in great condition by adhering to their cardholder responsibilities: Ages 18 and older are responsible for materials checked out on their card. Parents and guardians are responsible for materials checked out by those under age 18. Report all losses and/or damages. Make prompt payment of any charges. Provide prompt notification of any change of address or personal information. Provide immediate notification of lost or stolen card. Please view our Circulation Policy for more details. How do I pay a fine on my account? It’s super easy! You can pay any outstanding fines or fees by logging in to your online account, then going to the “Fines and Fees” tab in the “My Bookshelf” page (account page). You can also pay fines or fees in person at your local branch. What is my library card PIN? Your library card PIN is a 4-14 digit number you choose when signing up for a library card that allows you to access your account online. Forgot your PIN? What is my library card number? Your library card number can be found on the back of your library card below the barcode. This can be used to access your account online, check-out books, and more! How do I access my account? You can access your account online by logging in using: Your full name Your library card number Your PIN (Forgot your PIN?) You can also access your account (and more!) using the Weber County Library mobile app. You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Is there a mobile app for the Weber County Library? There is! You can use the Weber County Library mobile app to: Manage multiple accounts Search the catalog Renew items and place holds Download and read eBooks and eAudiobooks You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Can I request items from other libraries? Yes! Our library participates in interlibrary loan programs that allow us to request items from other libraries on your behalf. Simply make a request in person with a librarian at any of our locations. What do I need to apply for a library card? To apply for a library card applicants must have two of the following forms of identification, one with your current mailing address. If you do not have a valid photo ID, then both forms must have a current mailing address. Driver’s license or state ID card Checkbook Bank statement Utility bill Property tax receipt Voter registration card Lease/Rental agreement Do I have to come in to a physical location to get a library card? Yes, at this time we require citizens wishing to apply for a library card to come into a physical location to bring in the identification required to apply for a library card. How do I pay a fine on my account? It’s super easy! You can pay any outstanding fines or fees by logging in to your online account, then going to the “Fines and Fees” tab in the “My Bookshelf” page (account page). You can also pay fines or fees in person at your local branch. Is there a mobile app for the Weber County Library? There is! You can use the Weber County Library mobile app to: Manage multiple accounts Search the catalog Renew items and place holds Download and read eBooks and eAudiobooks You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: What is my library card number? Your library card number can be found on the back of your library card below the barcode. This can be used to access your account online, check-out books, and more! How do I access my account? You can access your account online by logging in using: Your full name Your library card number Your PIN (Forgot your PIN?) You can also access your account (and more!) using the Weber County Library mobile app. You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: How do I renew items? You can renew items by: Logging into your account online (select “Currently Checked Out” then “Renew Items”) Using the Weber County Library mobile app (select “Checkouts” then “Renew” or “Renew all”) Bringing your materials to the library Calling the library to renew items You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: What is my library card PIN? Your library card PIN is a 4-14 digit number you choose when signing up for a library card that allows you to access your account online. Forgot your PIN? How do I sign-up for a library card? You can sign-up for a library card at any of our locations. Please visit our Get a Library Card page for more information about the application process. What are the library's hours of operation? We have five locations throughout Weber County to serve you. Below are the addresses and regular hours for each of our libraries. Monday - Thursday: 10am - 9pm Friday - Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: 1pm - 5pm (Sep - May) Holiday Closures for 2025: January 1, New Year's Day Apr 20, Easter May 26, Memorial Day July 4, Independence Day July 24, Pioneer Day September 1, Labor Day October 20, Staff Training Day November 27, Thanksgiving December 25, Christmas Visit our locations and hours page for more information. How do I renew items? You can renew items by: Logging into your account online (select “Currently Checked Out” then “Renew Items”) Using the Weber County Library mobile app (select “Checkouts” then “Renew” or “Renew all”) Bringing your materials to the library Calling the library to renew items You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Can my child get their own library card? Yes! Persons under 18 are able to receive a library card if their parent or legal guardian applies and signs their approval for them to be a cardholder. When children have their own library card, it encourages reading, but also helps build confidence and important life skills such as critical thinking, responsibility, and independence. How do I replace a lost library card? There is a $1 replacement fee for lost cards. You can replace your card by visiting your nearest location and speaking with a staff member - remember to bring a photo ID and proof of address with you! Patrons are asked to give notice as soon as possible for lost cards, and are responsible for returning any materials that are checked-out on the lost card. Can I get a library card if I’m not a resident? Yes! Residents not residing in the counties listed below may purchase a library card for an annual fee of $30. Areas library cards are free to residents: Weber County Davis County Morgan County Brigham City Logan City Is there a fee for overdue or damaged items? We care about our patrons and want to provide the best collection, so we do charge fees for overdue or damaged items. We also ask patrons to take part in keeping our library’s collections in great condition by adhering to their cardholder responsibilities: Ages 18 and older are responsible for materials checked out on their card. Parents and guardians are responsible for materials checked out by those under age 18. Report all losses and/or damages. Make prompt payment of any charges. Provide prompt notification of any change of address or personal information. Provide immediate notification of lost or stolen card. Please view our Circulation Policy for more details. How do I pay a fine on my account? It’s super easy! You can pay any outstanding fines or fees by logging in to your online account, then going to the “Fines and Fees” tab in the “My Bookshelf” page (account page). You can also pay fines or fees in person at your local branch. What is my library card PIN? Your library card PIN is a 4-14 digit number you choose when signing up for a library card that allows you to access your account online. Forgot your PIN? What is my library card number? Your library card number can be found on the back of your library card below the barcode. This can be used to access your account online, check-out books, and more! How do I access my account? You can access your account online by logging in using: Your full name Your library card number Your PIN (Forgot your PIN?) You can also access your account (and more!) using the Weber County Library mobile app. You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Is there a mobile app for the Weber County Library? There is! You can use the Weber County Library mobile app to: Manage multiple accounts Search the catalog Renew items and place holds Download and read eBooks and eAudiobooks You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Can I request items from other libraries? Yes! Our library participates in interlibrary loan programs that allow us to request items from other libraries on your behalf. Simply make a request in person with a librarian at any of our locations. What do I need to apply for a library card? To apply for a library card applicants must have two of the following forms of identification, one with your current mailing address. If you do not have a valid photo ID, then both forms must have a current mailing address. Driver’s license or state ID card Checkbook Bank statement Utility bill Property tax receipt Voter registration card Lease/Rental agreement Do I have to come in to a physical location to get a library card? Yes, at this time we require citizens wishing to apply for a library card to come into a physical location to bring in the identification required to apply for a library card. How do I pay a fine on my account? It’s super easy! You can pay any outstanding fines or fees by logging in to your online account, then going to the “Fines and Fees” tab in the “My Bookshelf” page (account page). You can also pay fines or fees in person at your local branch. Is there a mobile app for the Weber County Library? There is! You can use the Weber County Library mobile app to: Manage multiple accounts Search the catalog Renew items and place holds Download and read eBooks and eAudiobooks You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: What is my library card number? Your library card number can be found on the back of your library card below the barcode. This can be used to access your account online, check-out books, and more! How do I access my account? You can access your account online by logging in using: Your full name Your library card number Your PIN (Forgot your PIN?) You can also access your account (and more!) using the Weber County Library mobile app. You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: How do I renew items? You can renew items by: Logging into your account online (select “Currently Checked Out” then “Renew Items”) Using the Weber County Library mobile app (select “Checkouts” then “Renew” or “Renew all”) Bringing your materials to the library Calling the library to renew items You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: What is my library card PIN? Your library card PIN is a 4-14 digit number you choose when signing up for a library card that allows you to access your account online. Forgot your PIN? How do I sign-up for a library card? You can sign-up for a library card at any of our locations. Please visit our Get a Library Card page for more information about the application process. What are the library's hours of operation? We have five locations throughout Weber County to serve you. Below are the addresses and regular hours for each of our libraries. Monday - Thursday: 10am - 9pm Friday - Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: 1pm - 5pm (Sep - May) Holiday Closures for 2025: January 1, New Year's Day Apr 20, Easter May 26, Memorial Day July 4, Independence Day July 24, Pioneer Day September 1, Labor Day October 20, Staff Training Day November 27, Thanksgiving December 25, Christmas Visit our locations and hours page for more information. How do I renew items? You can renew items by: Logging into your account online (select “Currently Checked Out” then “Renew Items”) Using the Weber County Library mobile app (select “Checkouts” then “Renew” or “Renew all”) Bringing your materials to the library Calling the library to renew items You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Can my child get their own library card? Yes! Persons under 18 are able to receive a library card if their parent or legal guardian applies and signs their approval for them to be a cardholder. When children have their own library card, it encourages reading, but also helps build confidence and important life skills such as critical thinking, responsibility, and independence. How do I replace a lost library card? There is a $1 replacement fee for lost cards. You can replace your card by visiting your nearest location and speaking with a staff member - remember to bring a photo ID and proof of address with you! Patrons are asked to give notice as soon as possible for lost cards, and are responsible for returning any materials that are checked-out on the lost card. Can I get a library card if I’m not a resident? Yes! Residents not residing in the counties listed below may purchase a library card for an annual fee of $30. Areas library cards are free to residents: Weber County Davis County Morgan County Brigham City Logan City Is there a fee for overdue or damaged items? We care about our patrons and want to provide the best collection, so we do charge fees for overdue or damaged items. We also ask patrons to take part in keeping our library’s collections in great condition by adhering to their cardholder responsibilities: Ages 18 and older are responsible for materials checked out on their card. Parents and guardians are responsible for materials checked out by those under age 18. Report all losses and/or damages. Make prompt payment of any charges. Provide prompt notification of any change of address or personal information. Provide immediate notification of lost or stolen card. Please view our Circulation Policy for more details. How do I pay a fine on my account? It’s super easy! You can pay any outstanding fines or fees by logging in to your online account, then going to the “Fines and Fees” tab in the “My Bookshelf” page (account page). You can also pay fines or fees in person at your local branch. What is my library card PIN? Your library card PIN is a 4-14 digit number you choose when signing up for a library card that allows you to access your account online. Forgot your PIN? What is my library card number? Your library card number can be found on the back of your library card below the barcode. This can be used to access your account online, check-out books, and more! How do I access my account? You can access your account online by logging in using: Your full name Your library card number Your PIN (Forgot your PIN?) You can also access your account (and more!) using the Weber County Library mobile app. You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Is there a mobile app for the Weber County Library? There is! You can use the Weber County Library mobile app to: Manage multiple accounts Search the catalog Renew items and place holds Download and read eBooks and eAudiobooks You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Can I request items from other libraries? Yes! Our library participates in interlibrary loan programs that allow us to request items from other libraries on your behalf. Simply make a request in person with a librarian at any of our locations. What do I need to apply for a library card? To apply for a library card applicants must have two of the following forms of identification, one with your current mailing address. If you do not have a valid photo ID, then both forms must have a current mailing address. Driver’s license or state ID card Checkbook Bank statement Utility bill Property tax receipt Voter registration card Lease/Rental agreement Do I have to come in to a physical location to get a library card? Yes, at this time we require citizens wishing to apply for a library card to come into a physical location to bring in the identification required to apply for a library card. How do I pay a fine on my account? It’s super easy! You can pay any outstanding fines or fees by logging in to your online account, then going to the “Fines and Fees” tab in the “My Bookshelf” page (account page). You can also pay fines or fees in person at your local branch. Is there a mobile app for the Weber County Library? There is! You can use the Weber County Library mobile app to: Manage multiple accounts Search the catalog Renew items and place holds Download and read eBooks and eAudiobooks You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: What is my library card number? Your library card number can be found on the back of your library card below the barcode. This can be used to access your account online, check-out books, and more! How do I access my account? You can access your account online by logging in using: Your full name Your library card number Your PIN (Forgot your PIN?) You can also access your account (and more!) using the Weber County Library mobile app. You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: How do I renew items? You can renew items by: Logging into your account online (select “Currently Checked Out” then “Renew Items”) Using the Weber County Library mobile app (select “Checkouts” then “Renew” or “Renew all”) Bringing your materials to the library Calling the library to renew items You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: What is my library card PIN? Your library card PIN is a 4-14 digit number you choose when signing up for a library card that allows you to access your account online. Forgot your PIN?

Home > Use Your Library > Holds, Pickups and Returns > Holds, Pickups, and Returns Place holds Library material can be placed on hold for pickup. Items can be transferred from any Weber County Library location for easy pickup or to place your name on a waiting list. Log in with your account number and pin. Search our catalog . Click “Request It” and choose which location you would like to pick it up. Click “Submit” Picking up items on hold When an item is ready to be picked up you will get notified by e-mail or phone call. There are two ways to pick up items. Go to your Library’s Circulation Desk and ask a staff member to retrieve your item(s) off the holdshelf. Items can be delivered curbside . Returning items You can return Weber County Library materials to any one of our five locations . All locations have book drops that allow items to be returned 24 hours a day. The Pleasant Valley Branch and the Southwest Branch have automated systems that will check in your items as they are returned. The automated systems are for books and audiovisual materials only. Book drops are for Weber County Library items only. Donations should be handed directly to staff. Materials from other library systems should be returned directly to them.

Home > Location > Pleasant Valley Branch Address 5568 Adams Ave Ogden UT 84405 Phone 801-337-2691 Public Transportation Route 612 - Washington Blvd. Route 625 - Harrison Blvd / OWATC Hours Sun 1pm - 5pm (Sep -May) Mon 10am - 9pm Tue 10am - 9pm Wed 10am - 9pm Thu 10am - 9pm Fri 10am - 6pm Sat 10am - 6pm Contact Accounts & Library Cards 801-337-2692 Café 801-872-5225 Dial-A-Story 801-337-2602 Adult Services & Public Computers 801-337-2691 Children’s Services 801-337-2693 eBook/Technical Assistance 801-337-2691 Meeting Rooms 801-337-2691 Notary Services 801-337-2692 Programs & Classes 801-337-2690 Teen Services 801-337-2693 Services Available At This Location Gallery Printing and Faxing Notary Public Book Bundles Curbside Pickup Interlibrary Loan Assistive Technology Meeting Rooms Copy Machine Ballot Drop Box Computers/WIFI E Team After Hours Book Drop Natural History Exhibit Services Available At This Location Printing and Faxing

Home > Location > North Branch Address 475 E 2600 N Ogden UT 84414 Phone 801-337-2650 Public Transportation Route 612 - Washington Blvd. Hours Sun 1pm - 5pm (Sep -May) Mon 10am - 9pm Tue 10am - 9pm Wed 10am - 9pm Thu 10am - 9pm Fri 10am - 6pm Sat 10am - 6pm Contact Main Level Accounts & Library Cards 801-337-2651 Telephone Renewal 801-337-2612 Dial-A-Story 801-337-2602 Adult Services & Public Computers 801-337-2650 eBook/Technical Assistance 801-337-2650 Meeting Rooms 801-337-2650 Notary Services 801-337-2651 Lower Level Children’s Services 801-337-2652 Teen Services 801-337-2652 Services Available At This Location Printing and Faxing Notary Public Book Bundles Curbside Pickup Interlibrary Loan Assistive Technology Meeting Rooms Copy Machine Ballot Drop Box Computers/WIFI E Team After Hours Book Drop Natural History Exhibit Services Available At This Location Printing and Faxing

Home > Use Your Library > Get a Library Card > Get a Library Card Weber County Library Cards are free for residents*, and give access to our complete physical collection and dozens of online resources and collections. Sign up for one today! What are the Benefits of Having a Library Card? System-Wide Borrowing Borrow and request materials from any Weber County Library location; return materials to any location. Digital Library Access Explore eAudiobooks, books, comics, television series, movies, music, and more with your library card and smart device apps such as Libby , Hoopla , Kanopy , etc. Mobile App A new easy way to manage your account, search the catalog, renew items, place holds, download and read eBooks and eAudiobooks, and more! Have a question? Checkout out the FAQ below! 1. Visit your nearest location to fill out a library card application. 2. Bring in required identification with you. Applicants must have two of the following forms of identification, one with your current mailing address. If you do not have a valid photo ID, then both forms must have a current mailing address. Driver’s license or state ID card Checkbook Bank statement Utility bill Property tax receipt Voter registration card Lease/Rental agreement 3. Complete your application with a staff member. Residents *Library cards are free to residents of Weber and Davis counties, Morgan County, Brigham City, and Logan City. Signature of a parent or legal guardian is required when persons under 18 are applying. Non-Residents Residents not residing in the counties listed above may purchase a library card for an annual fee of $30. Library Card Policies There is a $1 replacement fee for lost cards. Cards are valid for two years from the date of issue. You may renew your card by visiting any library location. Please bring your picture ID and proof of address if your address has changed. View a copy of our Circulation Policy by clicking the link. How to Get a Library Card Still need help finding something? Call any of our locations and our staff will be happy to answer your questions. How do I sign-up for a library card? You can sign-up for a library card at any of our locations. Please visit our Get a Library Card page for more information about the application process. What are the library's hours of operation? We have five locations throughout Weber County to serve you. Below are the addresses and regular hours for each of our libraries. Monday - Thursday: 10am - 9pm Friday - Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: 1pm - 5pm (Sep - May) Holiday Closures for 2025: January 1, New Year's Day Apr 20, Easter May 26, Memorial Day July 4, Independence Day July 24, Pioneer Day September 1, Labor Day October 20, Staff Training Day November 27, Thanksgiving December 25, Christmas Visit our locations and hours page for more information. How do I renew items? You can renew items by: Logging into your account online (select “Currently Checked Out” then “Renew Items”) Using the Weber County Library mobile app (select “Checkouts” then “Renew” or “Renew all”) Bringing your materials to the library Calling the library to renew items You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Can my child get their own library card? Yes! Persons under 18 are able to receive a library card if their parent or legal guardian applies and signs their approval for them to be a cardholder. When children have their own library card, it encourages reading, but also helps build confidence and important life skills such as critical thinking, responsibility, and independence. How do I replace a lost library card? There is a $1 replacement fee for lost cards. You can replace your card by visiting your nearest location and speaking with a staff member - remember to bring a photo ID and proof of address with you! Patrons are asked to give notice as soon as possible for lost cards, and are responsible for returning any materials that are checked-out on the lost card. Can I get a library card if I’m not a resident? Yes! Residents not residing in the counties listed below may purchase a library card for an annual fee of $30. Areas library cards are free to residents: Weber County Davis County Morgan County Brigham City Logan City Is there a fee for overdue or damaged items? We care about our patrons and want to provide the best collection, so we do charge fees for overdue or damaged items. We also ask patrons to take part in keeping our library’s collections in great condition by adhering to their cardholder responsibilities: Ages 18 and older are responsible for materials checked out on their card. Parents and guardians are responsible for materials checked out by those under age 18. Report all losses and/or damages. Make prompt payment of any charges. Provide prompt notification of any change of address or personal information. Provide immediate notification of lost or stolen card. Please view our Circulation Policy for more details. How do I pay a fine on my account? It’s super easy! You can pay any outstanding fines or fees by logging in to your online account, then going to the “Fines and Fees” tab in the “My Bookshelf” page (account page). You can also pay fines or fees in person at your local branch. What is my library card PIN? Your library card PIN is a 4-14 digit number you choose when signing up for a library card that allows you to access your account online. Forgot your PIN? What is my library card number? Your library card number can be found on the back of your library card below the barcode. This can be used to access your account online, check-out books, and more! How do I access my account? You can access your account online by logging in using: Your full name Your library card number Your PIN (Forgot your PIN?) You can also access your account (and more!) using the Weber County Library mobile app. You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Is there a mobile app for the Weber County Library? There is! You can use the Weber County Library mobile app to: Manage multiple accounts Search the catalog Renew items and place holds Download and read eBooks and eAudiobooks You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: Can I request items from other libraries? Yes! Our library participates in interlibrary loan programs that allow us to request items from other libraries on your behalf. Simply make a request in person with a librarian at any of our locations. What do I need to apply for a library card? To apply for a library card applicants must have two of the following forms of identification, one with your current mailing address. If you do not have a valid photo ID, then both forms must have a current mailing address. Driver’s license or state ID card Checkbook Bank statement Utility bill Property tax receipt Voter registration card Lease/Rental agreement Do I have to come in to a physical location to get a library card? Yes, at this time we require citizens wishing to apply for a library card to come into a physical location to bring in the identification required to apply for a library card. How do I pay a fine on my account? It’s super easy! You can pay any outstanding fines or fees by logging in to your online account, then going to the “Fines and Fees” tab in the “My Bookshelf” page (account page). You can also pay fines or fees in person at your local branch. Is there a mobile app for the Weber County Library? There is! You can use the Weber County Library mobile app to: Manage multiple accounts Search the catalog Renew items and place holds Download and read eBooks and eAudiobooks You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: What is my library card number? Your library card number can be found on the back of your library card below the barcode. This can be used to access your account online, check-out books, and more! How do I access my account? You can access your account online by logging in using: Your full name Your library card number Your PIN (Forgot your PIN?) You can also access your account (and more!) using the Weber County Library mobile app. You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: How do I renew items? You can renew items by: Logging into your account online (select “Currently Checked Out” then “Renew Items”) Using the Weber County Library mobile app (select “Checkouts” then “Renew” or “Renew all”) Bringing your materials to the library Calling the library to renew items You can download the app by clicking the links below, or by searching for “Weber County Library” in the app store: What is my library card PIN? Your library card PIN is a 4-14 digit number you choose when signing up for a library card that allows you to access your account online. Forgot your PIN?

Discover Weber County Library Makerspaces – featuring laser engravers, vinyl plotters, laminators, embroidery machines, button makers, large format printers, typewriters, comb binding machine, CNC machine, and digital design tools for all ages. Home > Use Your Library > Makerspaces > Makerspaces Main Library MakerSpace Equipment Laser Engraver - FSL Muse 2D Desktop CO2 Laser Cutter 12" x 20" workspace RetinaEngrave v3.0 Laser Engraving Software 250, 500, 1000 DPI file settings Vector Engraving & Cutting file types .PDF .SVG .DXF .AI Raster Engraving file types .JPEG .PNG .BMP. TIF SWF Mas-12 Needle Embroidery Machine 12 Color Embroidery Machine Workspace size 9"x14" Design and create your own embroidery file with Wilcom e4 Embroidery Software Embroidery Thread and Backing are provided IBM Personal Typewriter IBM Personal Typewriter Makerspace PC #1 - Software Audacity - Audio Editing Software El Gato - VHS/VHs-C to DVD or .mp4 file GIMP - Photo Editing Software Pinnacle 22 Ultimate - Video Editing Software SmartShooter 35mm film to Image File Makerspace PC #2 - Software Wilcom e4 Embroidery Software Corel Capture 2017 Corel Connect 2017 Corel Font Manager 2017 Corel Photo-Paint 2017 Corel Draw 2017 Button Maker 1.25" & 2.25" Round Button Makers. Makerspace equipment available per location Main Library MakerSpace Equipment Laser Engraver - FSL Muse 2D Desktop CO2 Laser Cutter 12" x 20" workspace RetinaEngrave v3.0 Laser Engraving Software 250, 500, 1000 DPI file settings Vector Engraving & Cutting file types .PDF .SVG .DXF .AI Raster Engraving file types .JPEG .PNG .BMP. TIF About Equipment SWF Mas-12 Needle Embroidery Machine 12 Color Embroidery Machine Workspace size 9"x14" Design and create your own embroidery file with Wilcom e4 Embroidery Software Embroidery Thread and Backing are provided About Equipment IBM Personal Typewriter IBM Personal Typewriter About Equipment Makerspace PC #1 - Software Audacity - Audio Editing Software El Gato - VHS/VHs-C to DVD or .mp4 file GIMP - Photo Editing Software Pinnacle 22 Ultimate - Video Editing Software SmartShooter 35mm film to Image File About Equipment Makerspace PC #2 - Software Wilcom e4 Embroidery Software Corel Capture 2017 Corel Connect 2017 Corel Font Manager 2017 Corel Photo-Paint 2017 Corel Draw 2017 About Equipment Button Maker 1.25" & 2.25" Round Button Makers. About Equipment Ogden Valley Branch MakerSpace Equipment Ultima 65 Laminator 10 minute warm-up time Laminate up to two 8.5" x 11" sheets of paper at a time or material up to 24" in width Laminate is provided and costs $.07 per linear foot of laminate used About Equipment Vinyl Plotter - Graphtec CE6000-60 24" wide vinyl costs $.80 per linear foot 12" wide heat transfer vinyl costs $.40 per linear foot Vinyl transfer paper costs $.18 per linear foot Accepted file types - .JPG .JPEG .PNG .PDF .BMP .SVG .DXF .AI .TIF About Equipment Comb Binding Machine Secure your project pages in book form in plastic binding. About Equipment Button Maker 1.5" x 1.5" Square Button Maker About Equipment Paper Cutter Safely cut paper to the perfect size. About Equipment Epson Scan 2 Color Image Scanner. Scan, digitize and save documents or photos in archival quality scanner. About Equipment Makerspace PC - Software Cutting Master 4 Corel Photo-paint 2019 Corel Draw 2019 Corel Capture 2019 Corel Font Manager 2019 About Equipment Welcome to our Makerspaces! Unlock your creativity and bring your ideas to life with a range of high-tech equipment and tools. We offer a variety of cutting-edge resources — including a CNC machine, laser engraver, large-format printer, and embroidery machine — to help you turn your dreams into reality. At our makerspaces, we foster creativity, experimentation, and collaboration. Whether you're a seasoned DIY enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of makerspaces, our equipment and resources are here to help you bring your ideas to life. We offer training and support to help you get started, and our staff is always available to answer any questions or provide guidance. So, what are you waiting for? Call or stop by to explore, ask questions, or to make an appointment. Ogden Valley Branch MakerSpace Equipment Ultima 65 Laminator 10 minute warm-up time Laminate up to two 8.5" x 11" sheets of paper at a time or material up to 24" in width Laminate is provided and costs $.07 per linear foot of laminate used Vinyl Plotter - Graphtec CE6000-60 24" wide vinyl costs $.80 per linear foot 12" wide heat transfer vinyl costs $.40 per linear foot Vinyl transfer paper costs $.18 per linear foot Accepted file types - .JPG .JPEG .PNG .PDF .BMP .SVG .DXF .AI .TIF Comb Binding Machine Secure your project pages in book form in plastic binding. Button Maker 1.5" x 1.5" Square Button Maker Paper Cutter Safely cut paper to the perfect size. Epson Scan 2 Color Image Scanner. Scan, digitize and save documents or photos in archival quality scanner. Makerspace PC - Software Cutting Master 4 Corel Photo-paint 2019 Corel Draw 2019 Corel Capture 2019 Corel Font Manager 2019 Southwest Branch MakerSpace Equipment Brother Embroidery Machine Embroider your digital designs with up to 10 different colors of thread. CNC Machine Make small signs, intricate designs and other projects out of wood (8" x 8" x 3"). Large Format Printer Print banners and poster sized materials. Up to 24" wide. Comb Binding Machine Secure your project pages in book form in plastic binding. Button Maker 1.25" & 2.25" Round Button Makers 2.25" Rectangle Button Maker Electric Type Writer Electric Type Writer Makerspace PC #1 - Software Corel Draw CorelFont Manager CorelPhoto CorelCapture CorrelConnect Makerspace PC #2 - Software Carbide Create Southwest Branch MakerSpace Equipment Brother Embroidery Machine Embroider your digital designs with up to 10 different colors of thread. About Equipment CNC Machine Make small signs, intricate designs and other projects out of wood (8" x 8" x 3"). About Equipment Large Format Printer Print banners and poster sized materials. Up to 24" wide. About Equipment Comb Binding Machine Secure your project pages in book form in plastic binding. About Equipment Button Maker 1.25" & 2.25" Round Button Makers 2.25" Rectangle Button Maker About Equipment Electric Type Writer Electric Type Writer About Equipment Makerspace PC #1 - Software Corel Draw CorelFont Manager CorelPhoto CorelCapture CorrelConnect About Equipment Makerspace PC #2 - Software Carbide Create About Equipment

Teen Writing Contest The Teen Summer Writing Contest is an amazing opportunity for young writers to showcase their talents in fiction, nonfiction, or poetry and let their creativity shine. Participants will have the opportunity to share their original works and compete with others for prizes. Submissions accepted June 2nd through July 31st. Learn More Home > Events > Summer Reading > Teen Summer Reading > Summer Reading Children's Summer Reading Summer Reading Children Register Summer Reading Children Resources Teen Summer Reading Summer Reading Teen Register Summer Reading Teen Resources Summer Reading Teen Art Summer Reading Teen Art Winners Summer Reading Teen Writing Summer Reading Teen Writing Winners Adult Summer Reading Summer Reading Adult Resources Summer Reading AI Education Summer Reading Adult Activities Summer Reading Teen About the Teen Summer Reading Program Program dates: May 27 - August 9, 2025. Registration begins May 27. This program and all its events are FREE. For ages 12-18. Teens can also participate in the Art Drawing and Writing Contest. Color our world at the Weber County Library! Welcome to the Weber County Library's Teen Summer Reading challenge . Registration starts May 27 at all locations and online. Read, write, watch, create, listen, or explore, all summer long to win prizes. Everyone who registers for the FREE Teen Summer Reading Challenge will be entered into a raffle to win gift cards and prizes. Earn more raffle tickets throughout the summer! Register Teen Art Contest The Teen Summer Art Drawing Contest is a fantastic opportunity for young artists to showcase their talent. The contest is open to all teenagers, and we are excited to see your creativity. Submitted artwork will be displayed at the Main Library where the public can vote for their favorites and also provides a great platform for young artists to reach a larger audience with their work. Submissions accepted June 2nd through July 31st. Learn More See Winning Writing Contest Entries View Now Check Out the Reading List Don't know what to read? Check out our list of suggestions that go with the theme, "Color Our World." View All

Discover new books, boost reading skills, and have fun with summer reading for all ages. Kids, teens, and adults can win prizes while making reading a part of summer adventure! Home > Events > Summer Reading > Summer Reading Adult Activities > Adult Summer Reading Activities Summer Reading Children's Summer Reading Summer Reading Children Register Summer Reading Children Resources Teen Summer Reading Summer Reading Teen Register Summer Reading Teen Resources Summer Reading Teen Art Summer Reading Teen Art Winners Summer Reading Teen Writing Summer Reading Teen Writing Winners Adult Summer Reading Summer Reading Adult Resources Summer Reading AI Education Summer Reading Adult Activities Enhance your Adult Summer Reading experience with our "ArtQuest" challenge! Pick up or download a Quest List and embark on fun challenges inside the library. For every five quests you complete, you will earn a prize and a raffle ticket for the Adult Summer Reading Grand Prize! Each quest can be completed once. Online Quests Visit Creativebug and find an art or craft class you’d like to take. Borrow a movie from either Hoopla or Kanopy. Visit the library website and find out which library locations have Makerspaces. Register online for a library program. In-Library Quests Find the biggest art book in the library and take a picture of yourself with it. Participate in the library’s AI Art Contest . Attend one of the library’s Summer Sizzle concerts. Draw something using a how-to-draw book. Ask a staff member about what you can do at the library’s Makerspaces. Check out a graphic novel. Find a famous painting, use props to recreate it at home, and take a picture. Sign up for the Adult Summer Reading Program. Tag the library in a social media post during a library visit. (Us the social media handle @webercountylibrary on Instagram and Weber County Library for Facebook.) Check out a random CD and listen to it all the way through. Make a gift for a loved one. Find a book with a cover that is your favorite color. Take a walk and write a poem about what you saw and heard. Make a librarian laugh with an art- or theater-themed joke or pun. Read to a child or pet. Make something from an origami book and show it to a librarian. Attend a library art class. Visit a library gallery or display case. Visit a museum, in person or virtually. Participate in Ogden’s First Friday Art Stroll on July 5 or August 2. Come to the Makerspace Open House at the Main Library on July 31. Go to the Main Library and make one of five specially designed library buttons. Go to the North Branch and make one of five specially designed library buttons. Go to the Ogden Valley Branch and make one of five specially designed library buttons. Go to the Pleasant Valley Branch and make one of five specially designed library buttons. Go to the Southwest Branch and make one of five specially designed library buttons.

Home > Use Your Library > Notary Services > Notary Services The Weber County Library system offers notary public services for the benefit of our patrons. Cost Services are provided free of charge. Preparation for Notarization Use this helpful link https://www.nationalnotary.org/resources-for/public/how-to-prepare-for-notarization to make sure your notarization goes smoothly. It will let you know what you need to bring with you. Note: Some documents require witnesses. Review your documents ahead of time to see if you need witnesses. In most instances, the library does not have the capability to provide staff as witnesses and witnesses may not be solicited from library patrons. Where to find a Notary Library notaries are available during the library's hours of operation on a first-come, first-served basis. Customers seeking notary services should call prior to their visit to ensure a notary is available. If the library is not convenient, use this notary search https://secure.utah.gov/notary/search.html to look for a notary near you Good to know Information A notary public is not trained or certified to practice law. Notaries are unable to determine the particular document a customer may need; select the type of notarization or certificate for a given document; prepare a document or give advice on how to fill out, draft, or complete a document; provide legal counseling or advice in a legal matter that may or may not involve a notarial act. Birth certificates and marriage licenses are publicly recorded documents and certified copies cannot be made by a notary. Certified copies are only available by contacting the specific government entity issuing the document (court of law, county clerk, office of vital records and statistics, etc.). You can use this site to find out where you can write for vital records: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm . Utah law requires that a notary and the customer seeking notarization be able to communicate directly with each other. Library notaries are not permitted to make use of a translator to communicate with a notary service customer. The library has Spanish-speaking notaries. However, it is best to call ahead to see if one is available. Library notaries cannot notarize I-9 forms, nor can they provide an apostille (a form that certifies the authenticity of a document that is issued in one country to be used and considered valid in another). If you need an apostille, please visit the State of Utah, Office of the Utah Lieutenant Governor website https://authentications.utah.gov/process-from-home-page for more information. In accordance with Utah notarial law, notaries will not provide service if the customer, document, or circumstances of the request for notary service raise any issue of authenticity, ambiguity, doubt, or uncertainty for the notary. In this event, the library notary may, at his/her sole discretion, decline to provide notary service. How can I become a notary for the State of Utah? Visit the State of Utah, Office of the Utah Lieutenant Governor website https://notary.utah.gov/ for information on how to become a notary.

Discover fun, educational videos on science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) from Weber County Library – perfect for at-home learning. Home > Books Movies & More > Library TV > STEAM Stream > STEAM Stream

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