Library Services

Services

How does Curbside Pickup work?

1. Search the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library’s online catalog and place holds on the items you’d like to pick up. You will need your library card number and PIN.

2. The system will prompt you to select your preferred pickup location.

3. Once you have been notified that your items are available, give us a call at (909) 477-2720 to confirm pickup.

4. When you arrive at the Library, locate the Curbside Pickup table outside the front door and call the number listed on the sign.

5. We will be out shortly and will place your materials on the table. Your materials will have already been checked out to you.

6. When finished with your items, please return them to the outside bookdrops.

LINK+

LINK+ is a union catalog of contributed holdings from participating member libraries.
Cardholders from member libraries electronically request an item not available in their own library and it is delivered to them for check-out.
LINK+ may be accessed while using the local catalogs of participating libraries.

Books and media may be borrowed if they are listed as "available" in the union catalog.
An item may arrive at the cardholder's library in 3-5 business days.

Books and some media will be held for up to 10 days. Some media will be held for up to 5 days.

The loan period for books and media is 21 days with one 21-day renewal.
There is no charge to request or borrow LINK+ materials.

Placing a Request in the LINK+ Catalog:

After locating the title you wish to borrow:

Select the REQUEST THIS ITEM link.
In the drop-down menu, select the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library.
Enter your name, ID, or barcode (and library PIN number if required), then choose your preferred Pickup Location.
LINK+ will choose the specific copy that will be lent unless it is a multivolume set. In that case, you will be able to choose the volume.
Your request is then forwarded to the owning library. That library will ship it to either the Archibald Library or the Paul A. Biane Library (as specified by the borrower) for pick up.

Cancelling a LINK+ Request:

You may cancel a LINK+ request if the item still has a "Requested" status. If the item is 'In Transit' or 'Recv'd' the request may not be cancelled.

Loan Period: 21 days for books and media

Renewals: One, three-week renewal is allowed for books and media, unless the item has been requested at the owning institution. When renewing LINK+ items, there is a delay while the home institution is checked for availability. There may be a 15-minute wait after the renewal attempt before renewal status is confirmed.
Replacement Fee: $115 per item.
Pick-up notices are sent by email, phone, or text from the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library.
You may log into your library account on our catalog to check the status of your LINK+ requests. To do so, choose 'My Account' and select the 'Holds' tab to view your Holds. LINK+ requests can be seen within your list of holds items.
Books and some media will be held for pick-up for 10 days. Selected media will be held for pick-up for 5 days. If not picked up, items will automatically be returned to their owning library.

24/7 Library

The 24/7 Library is a Library materials vending machine that allows you to borrow materials 24 hours a day, 7 days a week using your Rancho Cucamonga Public Library card.
24/7 Library locations:
- Family Resource Center at 9791 Arrow Route, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
- Fire Station 178 at 10595 Town Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Please contact the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library at (909) 477-2720 to report any issues while using the 24/7 Library.
Not finding the titles you’re looking for in the 24/7 Library? Email us your recommendations at 247Library@cityofrc.us

The 24/7 Library includes some of the newest and most popular print and DVD titles for all ages. The collection is updated regularly to ensure the unit is always stocked with in demand materials.

To check out an item from the 24/7 Library:

Scan or enter your Rancho Cucamonga Public Library card number.
Select “Checkout” from the menu options.
For each item you wish to borrow, enter the item’s shelf location number.
Your item will be dispensed.
If desired, print your receipt.

NOTE: If you wish to borrow multiple items simply repeat steps 1 & 2 for all desired titles.

To return an item to the 24/7 Library:

Select “Check-In” from the menu options.
Insert items ONE AT A TIME into the slot.
If desired, print your receipt.

For your convenience, 24/7 Library items may also be returned at the Archibald and Biane Libraries.
ANY Library item, regardless of where you initially borrowed it, may be returned to the 24/7 Library machine.
Oversized items must be returned to the Archibald or Biane Library. Please do not leave materials sitting outside the machine.

All donations must be made at either the Archibald or Biane Library Friends bookstores. Please do not leave materials sitting outside the 24/7 Library machine.

Library of Things (LoT)

A Library of Things is a collection of items to borrow. Objects often include kitchen appliances, tools, gardening equipment and seeds, electronics, toys and games, crafting items, musical instruments, and recreational equipment.

Our Library of Things collection carries unique items from the following categories:

Cookware
Gardening
Instrument
Tabletop Game
Technology
Tool
Toy
Wellness

Library of Things items check out for three weeks with three renewals if the item has no holds. Borrowers may place holds on items and pick them up at either location. Items must be returned via curbside pickup table or inside at the service desk. Some items may require a waiver to be signed by either a borrower who is at least 18 years old or a caregiver/parent.

Interested in recommending an item for purchase, request it here.

Note: Donations of “things” to the Library of Things collection are not accepted.

Have you checked out a Library of Things item? If you have not already done so, please leave your feedback at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Rancho-Cucamonga-Library-of-Things.

Library Tours

Library staff offer exciting tours for all ages. Tours are approximately 15 to 30 minutes long and may include:

- Tour of Library spaces

- Storytime

- Technology overview (e.g. library catalog and database training)

- Checking out materials

- Individual groups are limited to a maximum of 25 participants.

- Requests should be submitted at least two weeks in advance and are subject to availability.

- Tours may be available in languages other than English. Please inquire at time of scheduling.

- Groups requesting the issuance of library cards must submit library card applications two weeks prior to the date of the tour.

For tour requests please contact:

- Archibald Library: (909) 774-3925

- Biane Library: (909) 774-3976

- Via email: Library.Reference@CityofRC.us

Library Expansion and Improvement Projects

Exciting News: Construction Underway on New Library Facility!

Construction has begun on a long-awaited project that will bring modern, expanded library services to the western portion of Rancho Cucamonga! This project will replace the existing Archibald Library, which has significant infrastructure challenges, with a new and improved library facility at the City-owned Lions East and West buildings. The current Archibald site has been evaluated and found unable to meet our community’s future needs, and continuing to invest in it would not be fiscally responsible.

To learn more, click here.

PROJECT BACKGROUND:
The State of California has allocated funds for the Building Forward Library Infrastructure Grant program through the passing of California Senate Bill 129.

In October 2022, the Library received notice that the Biane Library Infrastructure Project was successfully funded in the amount of $594,330. This grant requires a 50% match by the City in the amount of $297,165. The total estimated project cost is $1.2M, meaning that in addition to the City match, the City will need to fund the remaining $308,505; therefore, the total City funding amount is $605,670. All grant funds must be expended by March 31, 2026.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Paul A. Biane Library Infrastructure Project aims to make modifications to a facility nearing 20 years of age. When constructed, much of the building’s design and infrastructure were state of the art, however through normal wear and tear and sustained levels of high usage, several critical life systems and significant building features have reached irreparable, end-of-life conditions requiring refurbishment, upgrade, or replacement. The project will correct and repair these issues and prepare the building to meet future use in a safer, more accessible, and sustainable way.

Key project elements will address the following:

Replace HVAC boilers, chillers, and air handlers
Repair numerous HVAC ceiling leaks
Replace aging flooring
Address ADA compliance issues
Replace aging lighting fixtures for accessibility and sustainability
Upgrade security camera system

The long-term impact of the Paul A. Biane Library infrastructure project is an updating and readying of the building for the next 20 years of service. By incorporating improvements in materials, building techniques, and technology; and implementing higher safety and accessibility standards; this project will provide the residents of Rancho Cucamonga with a refreshed and viable space that is flexible and adaptable to changing use patterns, and can accommodate the next generation of library services and programs.

This project meets City Council core values by promoting and enhancing a safe and healthy community for all, building and preserving a family-oriented atmosphere, and seeking continuous improvement to infrastructure.

This project was supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.

Student Success Cards

A “Student Success Card” is a free digital library card designed for students to gain access to the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library’s digital resource collection in response to Senate Bill 321.

The California State Library’s Local Public Library Partnership Program is collaborating with all public libraries statewide to implement the launch of the Student Success Cards in partnership with local public elementary schools in alignment with Senate Bill 321 and the updated Senate Bill 1329.

Senate Bill 321 (Ashby) and the revised Senate Bill 1329 are California Senate bills signed by the Governor stating that public libraries and schools must work together to create an opportunity for all third-grade students to sign up for a Student Success library card on or before January 1, 2026.
The goal of these bills is to increase statewide literacy rates and enhance student success in school. According to SB 321, “California has the lowest literacy rate of any state in the nation” and “two-thirds of students who cannot read proficiently by the end of fourth grade will end up in jail or in need of public assistance.” These legislative efforts aim to improve literacy outcomes by ensuring that all third-grade students have access to a library card by January 1, 2026.

Rancho Cucamonga Public Library will contact Rancho Cucamonga public elementary schools to provide access to a registration link for a digital Student Success Card.
Parents and guardians will work with their child to complete the application and approve access for use.
For more information please contact Library.Reference@CityofRC.us.

The Student Success Cards are designed to provide students with access to essential library resources, including online tutoring and homework assistance, digital collections, and the California State Library’s K–12 Online Resources Project COMPASS.
Helpful resources include:
- Brainfuse HelpNow - Online tutoring
- CloudLibrary - eBooks, audiobook, e-magazines, music, and films
- Tumblebooks - eBooks for children
- ABCMouse - Literacy tutorials and educational games
- Middle Search Plus - Research database for middle-grade students
- National Geographic Kids - Research database
- Explora Primary Search - Research database

Each participating school will collaborate with the Library’s Outreach Team to provide feedback, address questions, and report statistics on student participation.

Only students enrolled in a Rancho Cucamonga K-12 schools can sign-up for a digital Student Success Card. The card allows access to the Library’s online resources and can be used until the student turns 18 years old.
This card only allows access to our digital collections and online tutoring.
Students and their parents or guardians are welcome to visit the Library in-person and obtain a full access physical card to expand their access to the Library’s physical resource collection.

Yes, students can visit one of the two Library locations to receive a physical library card that allows access to check out physical books and materials. Parent or guardian is required, as well as:
Parent or Guardian’s Photo ID (Driver’s License, State ID, Passport)
Proof of address (Utility Bill, Driver’s License or DMV change of address card)

For additional questions about your library card or account, please call (909) 477-2720

Services

Curbside Pickup

LINK+

24/7 Library

Library of Things

HouseCalls

Play and Learn Island®

Student Success Cards

How does Curbside Pickup work?

LINK+

24/7 Library

Library of Things (LoT)

Library Tours

Library Expansion and Improvement Projects

Exciting News: Construction Underway on New Library Facility!

Student Success Cards