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Hewitt Public Library

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1. Can I renew my books online?

Not at this time. You can look at your account online and place materials on hold.

2. Do I have to live in Hewitt to get a card?

No. Hewitt Public Library patrons must live in Texas and be able to show proof of their current address.

3. How do I access my account online?

www.cityofhewitt.com/hpl
click on Online catalog
click on "My Info" icon
Barcode: library card number (omit P)
Password: your last name
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4. How do I get a library card?

Applications for a library card may be obtained from the circulation desk. Applicants must provide a Texas drivers license or state issued i.d. card and proof of residency dated within the last 30 days. Acceptable forms of proof of residency include a utility or other bill or piece of official mail addressed to the applicant.

5. How do I place a book on hold?

Search library catalog by title, author, etc. Click on title wanted, on left side click on "Hold/Reserve" button, log onto account, save. If your book is ready, pick it up by the expiration date. If it is not ready, HPL will notify you by phone.

6. How long do I get to keep the materials I check out?

Books and audio books are checked out for 14 days. Videos are checked out for 7 days. As long as an item is not on hold it may be renewed twice.

7. How many books can I check out?

There is a limit of 15 materials to be checked out at one time. Of those 15, 7 may be audio books and 5 may be videos.
New patrons will be allowed to check out one book on their first visit (sorry, no audio books). Once that book has been returned (must be checked out for 24 hours) the patron will then have full library privileges.