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1. How do I get a Library card?

Please visit https://graftonlibrary.org/home/get-a-library-card/ - you can apply online for a GPL card, apply for a digital card for ebooks only, or get a BPL card to access their database and electronic resource collection.

If you live, work, go to school, or own property in Grafton, you can get a free Grafton Public Library card! In fact, any MA resident is eligible for a card, but you may only have one account in the CW MARS network. It is traditional to hold a card in your hometown library, and in the event that you get a card at another local library (e.g., Millbury) your local card is good to use in Grafton for physical materials. Please note that each library has a unique set of databases and electronic resources accessed by your Library Card number. To get a card, staff need to see a picture ID as well as proof of current address (“residency” means you live, work, attend school or own property in Grafton or another MA town). A valid driver’s license, MA ID or student ID with your current address is fine, as is a photo ID plus something with your address such as a utility bill or report card. Your first card is free. Replacement cards cost $1 – this fee is WAIVED annually during the month of September.

2. What does the Library offer?

The Grafton Public Library has:

• A collection of over 66,800 books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, video games, board games, puzzles, handheld tablets, kits, tools, musical instruments and equipment for loan.
• Access to 151 member libraries in the CW MARS network
• Access to a digital collection of 187,660 items in FY22
• Online resources for language learning, consumer research, genealogy, science, history, art, music, biography and more
• Intellectual and recreational programming for ages 0-100
• An all-ages summer reading program and year-round online reading challenges through BeanStack
• Volunteer opportunities
• Museum passes - free or discounted admission to local attractions
• Meeting Rooms
• Notary Service
• Free computer use (printing for a fee)
• Wireless Internet access
• Faxing ($), laminating ($), scanning, shredding, headphones ($), thumb drives ($)
• Ongoing sale of used books, media and puzzles to support the Friends of the Grafton Public Library
• One-on one help with technology, book recommendations, and research by appointment

3. Does the Library have a meeting room?

The Library offers small tutoring and group study rooms, a conference room, and a large community meeting room for free to the public. The Community may be rented after Library hours of operation. Please visit https://graftonlibrary.org/reserve/meeting/ for more information.