Interlibrary Loan

Library staff member assisting an older woman patron at an OPAC.

Request a Loan from Another Library

If an item you are seeking is not available at any library in the Metro Library Network, you may suggest the library purchase it by completing a Purchase Suggestion form.

We also may be able to get it from another library through Interlibrary Loan.

Please note: Interlibrary Loan will not be available July 23 through August 4 while the State of Iowa transitions to a new delivery service.

To request an Interlibrary Loan, email ill@crlibrary.org with the following information:

  • Name
  • Library card number
  • Title of the item
  • Author
  • ISBN (if applicable)
  • Preferred pickup location (Downtown or Ladd library)
  • Maximum amount willing to pay ($3 for in-state requests, $5 for out-of-state requests)

Requests may also be made in person or by phone with assistance from library staff. If you need assistance, please call the library at (319) 261-7323 or email info@crlibrary.org.