Oak Park Home Delivery brings library materials to residents who have limited mobility, are ages 60+, or have children under the age of 5. Find more about the library’s ADA-compliant facilities and equipment, as well as supported resources, services, and programs for all ages.
Frequently asked questions
What can I receive?
- Request library books, movies, music—any material currently available in the library catalog and/or the interlibrary loan system.
- Participants place books, movies, and music on hold, and available items are included in weekly deliveries.
How long can I keep items?
- Home Delivery items have the same loan periods, limits, renewals, and fees (and no late fines) as checkouts made in the library.
When are deliveries made?
- Items you place on hold are delivered weekly on Friday mornings through January 23, 2026.
- Starting on January 29, 2026, deliveries will move to Thursday mornings.
- Log in now to add new titles and manage your existing holds.
Can I return items through Home Delivery?
- Yes! Patrons signed up for Home Delivery can have their items for return picked up as well.
- Items have the same loan periods, limits, renewals, and fees (and no late fines) as checkouts made in the library.
What does it cost?
- Nothing! This service is free for Oak Park cardholders. (Need a card? Get a card.)
- Note that fees are assessed for lost or damaged books. Learn about loan periods, limits, renewals, fees (and no late fines).
What else do I need to know?
- This service can be temporary or ongoing—you decide! Once registered, weekly deliveries continue until you request they stop.
- Deliveries are made to addresses within Oak Park.
- Have questions? Contact the team at 708.452.3469 and homedelivery@oppl.org.