News release
Do you have library fines you’re looking to clear? Well, now’s your chance, and you’ll be giving back to the community, all at the same time.
For the entire month of September, the Santa Clarita Public Library will be accepting non-perishable food items and toiletries at all three branches.
In exchange, the library will erase any fines you may have accrued. The Food for Fines campaign helps support local charities and those in need across the community.
This community-driven initiative lets you wipe away fines of up to $20 from your library card. Your donations of non-perishable goods and toiletries will be distributed throughout the city.
Donations at the Old Town Newhall Branch go to the Salvation Army in Newhall, contributions at the Valencia Branch go to the Santa Clarita Food Pantry and donations at the Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Branch go straight to Santa Clarita Grocery.
Donations will cover fines for overdue items like books, DVDs, CDs and replacement library cards.
For every donated item, cardholders receive a $5 credit, with up to $20 in fines waived.
Donations cannot be used to cover fees for lost or damaged library materials.
Residents without existing library fees are still encouraged to donate.
To learn more about Food for Fines with the Santa Clarita Public Library, contact Jennifer Barnekow at [email protected] or go to Library.SantaClarita.gov.
