San Benito County Free Library
Library function; provider and jurisdiction must be verified.[1]
Source checked October 26, 2026[1]www.sbcfl.org
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Before you start
- Information & documents · First card, picture ID/current address and under18 guardian presence
- Your first Library card is free and may be obtained by presenting a form of picture identification as well as proof of your current address (current state identification or driver’s license, a piece of mail with your name and address, etc). Children under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian present to obtain a Library card. [3]
- Availability · Lost/stolen-card report and replacement fee
- Lost or stolen Library cards should be reported to the Library immediately, otherwise you will still be responsible for any items checked out with your account. There is a $5.00 replacement fee for replacement Library cards. The Library should also be notified of changes of address, phone number, or any other changes to your Library account. [4]
Fees
Fees are quoted only when a source document supports the amount and conditions.
| Service | Amount | Conditions & source |
|---|---|---|
| First library card | $0.00first card | Picture ID/current address and youth guardian presence; replacement separate.[6] |
| Replacement library card | $5.00replacement card | Lost/stolen replacement; report loss before further unauthorized use.[7] |
These are individual fee items, not a quote for your total. Other charges or exemptions may apply; confirm the total with the office.
Forms & documents
Official forms and document pages for this office’s services.
Sources & last checked3 source pages · 7 citations
Sources were checked by an AI-assisted research process. A checked website does not mean every service or fee on it has been reviewed.
- [1] SAN BENITO COUNTY FREE LIBRARY — library services (opens in a new tab)
SAN BENITO COUNTY FREE LIBRARY · Official library page — provider identity and services
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Here’s the Weekly Schedule of programs at the San Benito County Free Library for the week of October 26-30. 📍Monday, October 26 Beginner’s Pilates – 11:00am -Join us for our Beginner’s Pilates lessons with instructor Daesha Matuk! Beginner’s DND (FULL) – 4pm 📍Tuesday, October 27 Beginning English Class… Continue reading →
- [2] Public Library Administrative Headquarters Directory — live 2025 report (opens in a new tab)
California State Library · Live 2025–26 administrative headquarters report — SAN BENITO COUNTY FREE LIBRARY
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
SAN BENITO COUNTY FREE LIBRARY470 FIFTH ST.HOLLISTER950233885(831) 636-4097(831) 636-4107-1library@sanbenitocountyca.govwww.sbcfl.orgAustinCurtisCounty Librarian
- [3] San Benito County Free Library — BORROWING POLICY (opens in a new tab)
San Benito County Free Library · San Benito County Free Library — BORROWING POLICY — 06069 p3
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Your first Library card is free and may be obtained by presenting a form of picture identification as well as proof of your current address (current state identification or driver’s license, a piece of mail with your name and address, etc). Children under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian present to obtain a Library card.
- [4] San Benito County Free Library — BORROWING POLICY (opens in a new tab)
San Benito County Free Library · San Benito County Free Library — BORROWING POLICY — 06069 p5
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Lost or stolen Library cards should be reported to the Library immediately, otherwise you will still be responsible for any items checked out with your account. There is a $5.00 replacement fee for replacement Library cards. The Library should also be notified of changes of address, phone number, or any other changes to your Library account.
- [5] San Benito County Free Library — BORROWING POLICY (opens in a new tab)
San Benito County Free Library · San Benito County Free Library — BORROWING POLICY — 06069 reviewed card topic
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Your first Library card is free and may be obtained by presenting a form of picture identification as well as proof of your current address (current state identification or driver’s license, a piece of mail with your name and address, etc). Children under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian present to obtain a Library card.
- [6] San Benito County Free Library — BORROWING POLICY (opens in a new tab)
San Benito County Free Library · San Benito County Free Library — BORROWING POLICY — 06069 fee 3 first library card
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Your first Library card is free and may be obtained by presenting a form of picture identification as well as proof of your current address (current state identification or driver’s license, a piece of mail with your name and address, etc). Children under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian present to obtain a Library card.
- [7] San Benito County Free Library — BORROWING POLICY (opens in a new tab)
San Benito County Free Library · San Benito County Free Library — BORROWING POLICY — 06069 fee 5 replacement library card
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Lost or stolen Library cards should be reported to the Library immediately, otherwise you will still be responsible for any items checked out with your account. There is a $5.00 replacement fee for replacement Library cards. The Library should also be notified of changes of address, phone number, or any other changes to your Library account.