Miami-Dade libraries offering walk-up check-outs, and you can get a card online, too

Miami-Dade residents can once again visit their local libraries to check out books, DVDs and other materials. They just can’t go inside.

After being shut down since March 17, the county’s library system is now offering pick-up services for patrons who reserve materials online or by calling one of the 50 branches. The library will notify the patron when materials are ready for pick-up outside the branch door. The service is available from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

A library card is required to check out materials. Residents who don’t have one can apply online and start using it right away. For questions, call 305-375-2665.

People picking up materials must wear face coverings, according to a library press release, and follow social distancing rules. Materials may be dropped off, and will be quarantined for 48 hours before being put back into circulation.