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Hoyt Main

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 755-0904

Hoyt Main
505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Butman-Fish

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 799-9160

Butman-Fish
1716 Hancock Street
Saginaw, MI 48602
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Wickes

Closed
(989) 752-3821

Wickes
1713 Hess Street
Saginaw, MI 48601
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Thu: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Fri-Sat: Closed

Zauel Memorial

9:00am-5:00pm
(989) 799-2771

Zauel Memorial
3100 North Center Road
Saginaw, MI 48603
United States

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Sun: Closed
Mon-Tue: 9:00am-9:00pm
Wed: 12:00pm-9:00pm
Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm
Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Bookmobile

Closed
(989) 280-0837

United States

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Sun-Sat: Closed

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Persons wishing to obtain a library card should fill out an application giving the information indicated as follows:

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Person will need to verify his/her home address by showing some proof of ID: driver’s license, Michigan ID, postmarked piece of mail, etc.)

Minors (children under 18) must have a legal guardian present when signing up for a new card and must be able to write their name.

No person shall be deprived of library service because of the misuse of the library or its materials by any other person in his/her family.

Click here to download the Public Libraries of Saginaw Library Card Application. Remember, you must bring in your home address verification as stated above.

Circulation Policy

For specific questions about circulation policy (for obtaining library cards and checking out books and other materials), ask at any of our library branches.

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Interlibrary Loan

Materials not owned by the Public Libraries of Saginaw are borrowed from other libraries. This is generally a free service to patrons who reside in our legal service area.

Legal Service Area

The Public Libraries of Saginaw's legal service area includes: City of Saginaw, City of Zilwaukee, Buena Vista, Carrollton, James, Kochville, Saginaw Township, Tittabawasee, and Zilwaukee Township. Library cards are available for anyone who lives in our legal service area and the area served by the Valley Library Consortium. Outside that area, a card can be purchased for a $50 annual non-resident fee.

Loan Periods

Print materials, audiobooks, and most downloadables are checked out for three weeks. DVDs are loaned for one week. Most materials can be renewed twice. Renewals can be made over the phone or online through your library account.

Reserves/Holds

If the title you want is not available, you may reserve it or place it on hold even if it is owned by another library. This can be done in person, by phone or, in some cases, through the library's online catalog by following the instructions on the screen.

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Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug 2 2025 Sat

Take & Make Name Flag Pennant

All Day
Teens
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug 2 2025 Sat

Take & Make Name Flag Pennant

All Day
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Back to school is just around the corner! Looking for a simple and creative way to decorate your study space?

This event is in the "Children" group
Aug 2 2025 Sat

Family Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Children
This event is in the "Children" group
Aug 2 2025 Sat

Family Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Library Branch: Zauel Memorial
Room: Dr. Kurumety Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

We are inviting children and their families to our storytime for 30 minutes of read-aloud stories, songs, fingerplays and fun. A theme-related craft project is included for fun and fine motor skills practice.

This event is in the "Children" group
Aug 2 2025 Sat

Together We Read!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
This event is in the "Children" group
Aug 2 2025 Sat

Together We Read!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

We'd love to have you join us in the Hoyt Children's area for a fun time of stories, jumpy songs, a craft, and a snack! See you there!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug 2 2025 Sat

Cookbook Club

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug 2 2025 Sat

Cookbook Club

3:00pm–4:30pm
Library Branch: Butman-Fish
Room: Butman-Fish Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Book Club, Other
Registration Required
Description:

Pick a recipe from this month's cookbook, test it out, and bring enough to share when we meet! Please include any food allergies when you register. Books are available to place on hold or 24/7 via Hoopla!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug 4 2025 Mon

Hoyt Lego Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Teens
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Aug 4 2025 Mon

Hoyt Lego Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Library Branch: Hoyt Main
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us every Monday at 4:00 in the Hoyt children's area to make lego creations. We'll pick a different type of creation every week!

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505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607

(989) 755-0904

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