All residents of the Borough of Wharton are entitled to a free library card at the Wharton Public Library. Proof of residency must be provided. A valid driver's license, NJ State identification, or photo ID with either a lease or current utility bill are acceptable as proof. Post office box numbers are not acceptable as a home address.
*For residents of Pondview Estates: Pondview Estates has Wharton mailing addresses but pays taxes (including those that support the local public library) to Rockaway Township.You must get your initial library card from Rockaway Township Library, then you are welcome to borrow our materials. Once you have your card, if we are more conveniently located to you, we can also set Wharton Public Library as your primary location for picking up holds. We apologize for any inconvenience.
DVD's and magazines may only be borrowed by patrons aged 14 and older.
Courtesy cards are available for out-of-county residents who are employed in Wharton, and do not have a library card from a participating Open Borrowing Library.
Any patron outside the MAIN service area may purchase a library card for $250 ($225 for patrons aged 65 and older) per year, per person.
If a library card is lost, there is a $1.50 replacement fee.
