Can I request an item from another library?
Yes! You can place a Hold on most items in the library system and you will be placed in the queue and will be notified when the item is available to be picked up at the Library you selected.
Can I return books from other libraries here?
You may return books and other materials borrowed from our partnering Libraries and Library systems at the Murrieta Public Library. They include the Moreno Valley Library, the Riverside County Libraries, the San Bernardino County Libraries, and the Santa Clarita Libraries.
Can I return my books to other libraries?
You may return Murrieta Public Library books and other materials at our partnering libraries and library systems. They include the Riverside County Libraries, the San Bernardino County Libraries, the Moreno Valley Library and the Santa Clarita Libraries.
Can I use my debit or credit card here?
You are able to pay fines and fees and/or add money to your printing account with a debit/credit card, if the total transaction reaches $10 or more.
Can I use my Temecula, Lake Elsinore, etc. library card here?
You may use any Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Moreno Valley or Santa Clarita library card here, just as you may return any material borrowed from those libraries here and our materials at their locations.
Can I use the Library to conduct programs?
Yes! For fees and “Conditions of Use”, please access the Community Room Rental link, under “Forms” on Murrieta Public Library’s home page. If you have a program idea that you think will benefit the Murrieta community, and will be free to the public, please email Laura Davis for Adult programs or Allison Eagans for Children’s programs.
Do you charge a fine for overdue materials?
Yes. Any materials not returned before the end of the two-week checkout period will be assessed a late fee. The fees assessed will be: Adult/Young Adult items: $0.25 a day per item. Children/Teen items: $0.10 a day per item. ALL MEDIA: $0.25 a day per item.
Do you have downloadable audio books?
In addition to ebooks, Overdrive also has free, downloadable audio books as well. From the Murrieta Public Library’s Home Page, under the Research link, click Overdrive which will take you to the Inland Empire Digital Library. Audio books can also be downloaded through our web page under the Library Databases heading, and simply click the Audio Books link.
Do you have ebooks?
Murrieta card holders have access to ebooks through “Overdrive”. Click OverDrive which will take you to the Inland Empire Digital Library. From there, you can access the digital collections, and get help tips on how to download the needed software. You can also download free ebook classics from the Gutenberg ebooks link, Gutenberg ebooks.
Do you have Meeting Rooms?
The Murrieta Public Library welcomes residents, non-residents and non-profit organizations to utilize our Community Room. Maximum occupancy is 185 and the room has video-conferencing, recording and Internet access via computer. For more information, call Missy Matula at (951) 461-6133.
Do you have office machines for public use?
In addition to public computers and printers, the Murrieta Public Library has a public copier and typewriter available for public use. Sorry, no fax or scanner services available at this time.
Do you have programs for all ages?
Yes, we offer a variety of programs for children, teenagers, and adults at the Murrieta Public Library. We promote these programs on our Murrieta Public Library web page under the specific department tabs, in the bi-annual Recreation Guide published by the City of Murrieta, and with in-house fliers and/or posters.
Do you have Study Rooms?
Yes! Three small study rooms are available free of charge, in two hour increments, on a first-come, first served basis. Check at the Adult Reference Desk for availability. A valid library card is required and will be held at the Adult Reference Desk.
Do you have tax forms?
From mid-January through the end of April, some federal and state tax forms are available at the Murrieta Public Library; most tax forms are also available year-round to download on www.IRS.Gov and www.ftb.ca.gov as well.
Do you have the school district’s AR list?
No, we do not have the MVUSD’s AR list. Please see your school’s website.
Do you have WiFi?
The Murrieta Public Library has WiFi throughout its facility. When in the Library with your laptop, click on the icon, COMMGUEST, and you should have access to the Internet.
Do you offer any Passport services?
The Murrieta Public Library no longer processes U.S. Passport applications. We suggest you try the Post Office at 39571 Los Alamos Road (951-304-2448) or the Post Office at 30777 Rancho California Road (951-506-5513).
Do you offer Notary Services?
The Murrieta Public Library is proud to offer notary services to our patrons on an appointment basis. Call Gretchen Sedlacek at (951) 461-6147 to schedule an appointment.
How can I be a part of the hanging art display?
Contact Lyndee Berg with The Wild Iris Group at (951) 490-5289 or at www.thewildirisgroup.com for more information on becoming a part of the LAPP (Local Art in Public Places).
How do I become a volunteer?
Have you ever wanted to unravel the mysteries of the Dewey Decimal System? Learn how those books get put on the HOLDS shelf? Wondered how all those returned items get back on the shelf, exactly where they belong? Then Stacks Assistant is the job for you!
Library volunteers are usually trained on one job at a time, over multiple volunteer sessions, but the satisfaction begins immediately. During each volunteer session, you will work one-on-one with staff, in order to achieve competence in each level of training.
Check the web page for information on upcoming orientations which are usually held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 5 PM. Please bring a completed application to the next orientation.
Space is limited, registration is required! Call the Library to sign up @ 951.304.2665, after the first Tuesday of the month!
Location: Library's Community Room.
Volunteer Application
How do I get a library card?
Submit a completed Murrieta Library Card application to the Customer Service Desk or register online @ www.murrietalibrary.info
Photo ID and proof of current residence is required.
Those under the age of 18 need a Parent/Guardian’s signature.
Library Card Application forms are available in the library or by clicking below. Please remember: You MUST have your library card to access any of the library’s services. (Checking out or renewing items, using a computer, or paying fines/fees. This includes accessing your account from home via the internet or over the phone.)
Library Card Application
How do I look for a specific title?
On the Murrieta Public Library’s Home Page click on Catalog Search. You can search by title, author, words or phrases or subject. Please be sure to select Murrieta Public Library, under the Library tab if you are looking for Murrieta Public Library’s holdings. Click on Check Availability and More Info for status and location of item.
How do I renew an item?
Please have your library card available to renew. Items may be renewed up to four (4) times, unless someone else is waiting for that item. Call Customer Service at (951) 304-BOOK, Automated Phone Renewal at 1-888-388-0664 or go to http://inland.librarycatalog.info/polaris/default.aspx?ctx=17.1033.0.0.8
and enter your library card number and PIN number. Click on Items Out and follow instructions on the page. The Renew All Items button will only renew one page at a time. Please verify all due dates.
How long can I keep an item?
All of our circulating items have a loan period of two (2) weeks and may be renewed up to four (4) times if there is no waiting list for them.
How many items can I have checked out on my card?
Up to 30 (thirty) items may be checked out on your card. The total can be made up of any combination of books, CD’s or DVD’s.
What is my PIN?
Your PIN (Personal Identification Number) is the last four digits of your telephone number you provided unless you have asked for it to be changed to some other number.
You will need your PIN to access your library account information online and to place holds on items in the catalog. If using the last four digits of your telephone number as your PIN does not work, you will need to come into the Library and speak to Customer Services.
What is your address and hours?
The library is located at 8 Town Square, Murrieta CA 92562. Click here for map and driving directions:
Our hours are:
Monday & Tuesday
10 am - 8 pm
Wednesday & Thursday
10 am - 6 pm
Friday & Saturday
12 pm - 5 pm
