Become a Member
Membership is free and open to anyone who lives or works in Connecticut*.
Membership Benefits
Pamphlets, posters and fact sheets are available to members. Members may also borrow up to 6 books/curricula and up to 4 DVDs for 3 weeks, with an option to renew. Library materials can be shipped within Connecticut to members unable to visit Connecticut Clearinghouse.
Materials may be returned to Connecticut Clearinghouse:
- In person
- Placed in the bookdrop located outside next to the front door
- Via insured US mail, UPS, or carrier of choice
- Via interlibrary loan at a participating library.
*Patrons under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign for membership.
Patrons who work in Connecticut, but do not reside in Connecticut, must provide a Connecticut address for mailings. Materials may not be mailed outside of the state.
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Connecticut Clearinghouse Membership Agreement
I have read, understood and accepted the terms of Connecticut Clearinghouse Membership. Therefore, I agree to return materials on or before the stated return date.
I agree to assume full responsibility for all DVDs, curricula and books borrowed from Connecticut Clearinghouse and to pay for the loss or theft of, or damage to, said materials while in my care; the amount of payment to be determined by the lender.
A maximum of 6 books/curricula may be borrowed for 21 days. A maximum of 4 DVDs may be borrowed for 21 days. In consideration of the needs of other patrons, I agree to return the material by the due date.
If I do not hand-deliver the borrowed materials to Connecticut Clearinghouse, I agree to return them via traceable mail through the carrier of my choice, or return to a library that participates in statewide interlibrary loan.
I understand that Federal law provides severe and criminal penalties for the unauthorized reproduction, distribution or exhibition of copyrighted print and audiovisual materials. I also understand that the staff of Connecticut Clearinghouse reserves the right to suspend or terminate my membership if I violate the terms of membership as stated in this agreement.