Apply for a Temporary eCard

Fill in the form below to create a temporary JCLC eCard. JCLC eCards are virtual library cards that allow you limited access to online resources for one month. Once you have registered successfully, you will receive a temporary card number. You may login immediately to begin enjoying the following services:

  • Explore Databases to magazines, journal articles from online resources.
  • Enjoy downloads to Audiobooks, eBooks, magazines and more!
  • Place Hold Requests using our online catalog. (When you pickup your items, you will need to upgrade your eCard into a library card.)

Following form submission:

  • You will receive an email verifying your account with a temporary online card number. Please check your spam folder if you do not see this email in your inbox. Temporary cards are valid for 30 days and may only be used to access online resources from the Library in the Forest home page.

Want to turn your ecard into a library card? Complete step 2 below under “Apply for a new library card.”

Library Card Eligibility

Jefferson County Residents: 

All Jefferson County (Alabama) residents qualify for a FREE library card.

Patrons over 18

  • Patrons over the age of 18 must provide either a driver’s license with current address or a government issued photo ID. Proof of residency must also be provided. Accepted proof of residency documents include a piece of mail, billing statement, lease agreement or mortgage document bearing your name and current address.
  • If your photo ID does not contain your current address, include a photograph/scan of a piece of mail, billing statement, lease agreement or mortgage document bearing your name and current address.

Non-Jefferson County Residents: 

Residents of counties outside Jefferson County and within the state of Alabama may purchase a library card for an annual fee of $50. These cards are issued in the applicant’s name, but may be used by that person’s entire family.

Patrons under 18

  • Children under the age of 18 can only register for a library card at the library, not online.
  • Children under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign a responsibility statement.
  • Parent/Guardians must provide proof of residency as described above.
  • The parent/guardian and the child must be present when registering for a library card.
  • The parent/guardian’s government-issued photo ID will be used when issuing a library card to a patron under 18.