Make a Request

Request a book or article

Check our catalog first

• If the item is in the SWAN catalog, you can usually place a hold on it. You will be notified by email when the item is available.
• How do I place a hold in SWAN?

Not in the catalog?

For items not found or not available, Oak Park Public Library cardholders can submit a request. We will determine the best and fastest way to fill your request, either through interlibrary loan or by purchasing the item.

• The first time you use this service, you will be asked to create an account
• Learn more about interlibrary loans

You can also visit another library

Oak Park Public Library cards may be used to check out materials at most other libraries in Illinois, including the SWAN libraries. If the library is not a SWAN library, call first and be aware that registration might be required on your first visit.