Returning Materials

Main Library & Rakow Branch Buildings

The Main Library and the Rakow Branch have both drive-up and interior drops for returning library materials. Most items may be returned at the drive-up return, unless otherwise marked.

Media Dispensers

Media Dispenser discs must be returned directly to the appropriate media dispenser:

• Those with red cases to the Main Library Mediabank when the building is open.
• Those with black cases to the Rakow Branch Mediabank any time as it is outside and available 24/7.

Remote Bookdrops

The library has established bookdrops at various locations in the library district for the return of books,  videos,  and non-Media Dispenser DVDs and Blu-rays only. Please return all other formats to the Main Library or to the Rakow Branch.  

To avoid unnecessary fees do not return materials to a book drop if the contents do not fit safely inside. When book drops are full please return at a later date or visit one of our other conveniently located bookdrops.

Library Branch Locations and Remote Drops

Elgin Locations

South Elgin Location

In the Community