May I return my materials to other library locations?

You may return materials to any Minuteman Library.

Can I request a book that Minuteman doesn’t own?

Yes, your request may be through the Virtual Catalog or the Interlibrary Loan Department.

Are food and beverages allowed in the library?

Covered beverages are allowed throughout the library. Snacks are allowed only in the Commons.

What museum passes do you have?

Visit our museum passes page.

My children’s borrowing is my responsibility. Can you let me have access to their accounts?

Once a child has been issued his or her own card, the account information is confidential regardless of age or relationship.

Can I pick up a reserve for a family member or friend?

Because of privacy laws in the state of Massachusetts, only if you have his or her card or reserve notice in hand. Without the notice or the card, our staff is unable to give you the reserve. It does not matter if you know what the item is (i.e. its title, the author or subject).

I am returning items for a family member or friends. Can you tell me what they still have out?

No, without a library card we cannot disclose any information about the account.

I’ve lost my library card, is there a charge for a replacement card?

Library cards are free; there is no charge for a replacement card.

How many times can I renew material?

Most material may be renewed twice if there are no outstanding requests for it. Lucky U items and items from other networks cannot be renewed.

May I take out materials without my library card?

Yes, a driver’s license is acceptable; however using your library card will expedite service. A library card is required to use at the self checkout machine. You may also use the digital barcode on your library app.

Does the library accept donations of used books and movies?

Donations are accepted for the Friends’ book sale.

How do I renew my library card?

Wellesley Free Library cards are good for five years. They can be renewed in-person at the library, by calling us at 781-235-1610 ex 1104, or online using the e-Renew form on our Catalog Page.