updated 4/5/2021

The Joyce Winner West Branch is now open for in-person visits. Hours are Monday–Saturday from noon–5pm. Due to the branch's small size, capacity is limited to 15 people at a time (including library staff) to allow for safe physical distancing. Patrons are required to wear face coverings at this location and are asked to limit their visits to quick, grab-and-go stops. Seating areas are not available at this time. Curbside holds pickup is available at the branch Monday–Thursday from 11am–7pm and Friday–Saturday from noon–5pm. For more information, call the branch at 317.814.3965.
 

The Digital Media Lab is now open for in-person visits. Hours are Monday–Saturday from noon–5pm. Capacity is limited, and patrons are required to wear face coverings at this location. The WhisperRoom recording booth is not be available at this time. For more information, call the Digital Media Lab at 317.810.1024.
 

Using the Library in Person

Hours for the Merchants’ Square Main Library

Monday–Thursday 9am–8pm

Friday 9am–6pm

Saturday 9am–5pm

Hours for the Joyce Winner West Branch

Monday–Saturday 12pm–5pm

Hours for the Digital Media Lab

Monday–Saturday 12pm–5pm

Computer workstations, printing, scanning, and photocopying are available at the Merchants' Square Main Library.

Face masks are encouraged and recommended at the Merchants' Square Main Library. Face masks are required at the West Branch and at the Digital Media Lab because of the small size of those locations.

The library may shift to curbside-only service if Hamilton County’s COVID advisory level rises.
 

Using the Library from Your Car

Curbside Holds Pickup

Find out how to use curbside holds pickup here.

Curbside Holds Pickup Hours at the Merchants’ Square Main Library

Monday–Friday 9am–6pm

Saturday 9am–5pm

Curbside Holds Pickup Hours at the Joyce Winner West Branch

Monday–Thursday 11am–7pm

Friday–Saturday Noon–5pm

Returning Items

Outside returns slots at the Merchants’ Square Main Library (near the west entrance) and at the West Branch are open to accept returned books, movies, and other checked-out items.

Express Bundles

Fill out our online Express Bundles form, and we’ll select 5–10 titles for you to pick up through our curbside holds pickup service.

3D Printing

Send over 3D printing projects and pick them up at the Digital Media Lab when they’re ready. Here’s how. 
 

Using the Library from Home

Getting and Renewing a Library Card

Sign up for a new library card with our online form.

To renew a library card that is expiring, call us at 317.814.3936.

Download and Stream

Enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks and magazines, streaming movies and music, and more. Get started here.

Virtual Programs and Events

Use our Calendar to find out about the virtual programs we’re offering, including children's activities, book discussions, and art projects.

Free Homework Help

Tutor.com's online homework help, including assistance with resumes and cover letters as well as test preparation, is available for all ages 7 days a week from 3pm–11pm. Access this service with your CCPL card.

Get Help from Library Staff

Questions about library cards, checkouts, and holds – 317.814.3936

Other questions – 317.814.3900

Chat with a librarian

Tax Preparation Assistance

The tax preparation and filing assistance offered by the AARP Foundation has some changes this year. Because of limited space at library locations, the program will be held at the Monon Community Center instead of at the library. Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, all assistance is by appointment only. No walk-ins will be allowed. Appointments can be made by calling 317.689.8519. (When calling, please stay on the phone until you hear the AARP tax assistance recording. This will occur after you hear a main prompt and several rings.) For complete details about the AARP tax assistance service, click here.

A selection of federal tax forms is available at the Merchants' Square Main Library. The Indiana Department of Revenue is not providing printed tax forms this year.

Main Library Expansion and Renovation 

Visit our Main Library Project page to learn about the two-year construction project bringing big changes to our Main Library at 55 4th Ave SE. 
 

CCPL's Coronavirus Response 

Learn about the steps the library is taking to help keep patrons and staff safe.