Save time by using the library's book pick-up and returns.
There's one close to you - give it a try.
Google map of locations
PDF map of locations
When you search the catalog and find the item(s) you want, click on "Request Item," then log in with your library card number and choose a location for delivery.

The library retrieves items from drop boxes on a daily basis, so items are considered "checked-in" as of the date returned to the drops.

Have library items delivered to one of our lockers at a location near you. To request delivery, search the library's online catalog to find what you're looking for, click on "Request Item, and then choose your pick-up location. When items are ready to be picked up, you'll receive email or telephone notification from the library.

Where are the lockers located?

Our newest lockers are located in the South Barrington Tennis Club across from the Library Activity Center. We also have lockers at three other locations: Willow Recreation Center/Hoffman Estates; Barrington Hills Village Hall; and the Barrington Train Station. For addresses and hours, see "delivery locations" above.

Enter your seven digit phone number (your phone number without the area code) into the keypad. The locker with your materials will automatically open. Items are officially checked out to you when placed in the locker, so there's nothing more you have to do to check out the items. Items are held in the lockers for 6 days. If an item is not picked up, it is considered "returned" to the library when lockers are emptied. All sites with pick-up lockers also have return drops, but in addition, you can return items to any of ten return drops located throughout the Barrington Area Library District. For a complete list of our return drops, see "return drop boxes" above.

When will my library items be delivered?

Patrons are notified by email or telephone that items are ready to be picked up. The following day after 1pm, materials will be waiting for you in the lockers. Materials are held in the locker for 6 days.