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VHS Conversion Service Important Notice

To be eligible for our VHS conversion service you must live in the library taxing districts* of Kirkwood Public Library or other MLC libraries. To help verify your eligibility, we have moved our VHS registration form onto our library’s online catalog. This new page requires sign in with your library card and will only display to patrons who match our eligibility requirements as indicated on your library account.


Follow the steps below to access and complete the form.

1. Click the registration button below. You will be directed to an error page on the library’s online catalog.

2. Click Sign In and enter your library card number and PIN.

  • If you are eligible for conversion service, you will be granted access to complete the registration form.
  • In you are ineligible for conversion service, you will encounter another error message merely stating that you do not have access to the page.

If you are not granted access to the page but believe that you should be, please contact the IT dept at (314) 821-5770, option 5 to verify that your library account is accurate.

VHS Conversion Registration Form


* Library taxing districts do not always match those of schools or confine to city boundaries. Therefore it is possible you live in an area around Kirkwood or another MLC library but your library taxing district may belong to the county library.

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Redeem Your 3D Print Coupon

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This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Use the form below to redeem your 3D Print Coupon awarded for logging your Summer Reading in 2025. You may choose any one item as listed in our 3D Print Binder* collection.

Be sure to enter the name of the recipient of the coupon when completing this form. This information may be used to verify the validity of the coupon.

Coupons awarded for Summer Reading 2025 EXPIRE on 4/30/2026. Please submit your request before then.

All models are printed on a first come, first serve basis. During peak request times, turnaround time for 3D prints may be up to several weeks. We can accommodate one (1) color per submission.

Please direct questions to (314) 821 5770 x 1027.

* A few items from the binder are not available, you will not see them listed as a choice below.

Who Received this Coupon?(Required)
Enter the name of the recipient of the 3D Print coupon for verification.
Not required, but helpful in case we have trouble contacting you.
How would you like to be contacted?(Required)
We no longer make phone calls for notifications about 3D prints. However, we ask that you provide your phone number (below) as a back up in case email notifications fails.

Please choose up to 3 colors for your request. Files submitted will be printed in a single color. We will start with your first choice and move down to the third depending on availability.

Some colors are limited and may not be selected multiple times. All colors are subject to availability and may not be available for all models.

Please provide any comments regarding this print.
Confirm your request by agreeing.(Required)
By confirming this request, I agree that the colors, model and size selection that I have chosen is correct and I acknowledge that I am redeeming a coupon awarded as a Summer Reading prize.

Teen Summer Volunteer Groups
Group 1: Summer Reading Assistant: Help us give out Summer Reading prizes, create coupon booklets, help patrons sign up for Summer Reading at the public computers, and answer questions about the program.

Group 2: Youth Services Event Volunteer: This is perfect for someone that wants to help us put on events for kids and teens! Duties include program preparation, helping at specific events such as storytime, and assisting during library programs with staff.

Group 3: Behind the Scenes Volunteer: A fit if you enjoy independent projects like shelving books, helping us keep the room inviting and tidy, refilling book displays, helping with behind the scenes Summer Reading prep including couponing, supply preparation, and more!

Group 4: Office Assistant: Work in the library admin office on light clerical duties such as scanning and stickering books. Great if you want some office/organizing experience!

Group 5: Mural Project: Help us design a library mural on the outside fence. If you love creative projects, painting and teamwork, this group is for you!



Sign Up for the Library's Email Newsletters

Select the interests below for which you wish to receive occasional emails. You can update your profile at anytime to change which emails you receive or you may unsubscribe if you wish to no longer receive any emails from Kirkwood Public Library's newsletters.

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Sign Up for Home Borrowing

We are delighted to offer our Home Borrowing Services and look forward to sharing our vast collection of books, movies and music with you. Please don’t hesitate to call with any questions. Please complete the form below or simply call 314-821-5770, option 2.
Name(Required)
Address(Required)
How would you like to be contacted?(Required)

Request for a Library-Sponsored Event

The Kirkwood Public Library maintains a meeting room for Library sponsored programs consistent with its mission “to inspire a lifelong commitment to learning and creativity, for a more prosperous and connected community.” The Kirkwood Public Library welcomes outside organizations or individuals interested in presenting at the Library. Events must be offered virtually and may be done so at the discretion of library managers. This selection will be based on public service needs and other activities scheduled.

Are you ready?(Required)
Include multiple dates when applicable.

Request a Purchase

In order to make a request you must have a Kirkwood Public Library card in good standing (not expired and owing less than $10 in fines). This request will be reviewed using current collection development policy guidelines and reviews. The Library reserves the right to make the final decision on requests. Once submitted, the library will be in contact regarding this request.
Name(Required)
Email
If you would like a response to your request, please provide your email address. If you do not have an email address, please leave these fields blank.
Please select up to 2 desired formats.(Required)

Get Children's Book Recommendations

Fill out as much of this questionnaire as possible, and we’ll get back to you with a list of books that we think you’ll enjoy!
Name(Required)
What kinds of books do you like to read? Check as many as you want!

Get Book Recommendations

Fill out as much of this questionnaire as possible, and we'll get back to you with a list of books that we think you'll enjoy!
Name(Required)
What format(s) are you interested in?(Required)
What FICTION are you interested in reading right now?(Required)
What NONFICTION are you interested in reading right now?(Required)
Do you enjoy books written in a series?(Required)
Can we contact you if we have further questions?(Required)

Contact a Library Administrator

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Contact a Department

Are you requesting we add an item to our collection?(Required)
Purchase Requests should not be made through this form. Please visit our Can't Find It? page for the correct form. If you submit a Purchase Request through this Department contact form, your request may be lost or ignored.
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KPL Podcast

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Submit a Large Format Print Request

IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT SUBMITTING MULTIPLE REQUESTS

If you have a large order with various settings and need to make MULTIPLE REQUESTS in a short time, please use the COMMENTS field to indicate the beginning and end of the total order. Staff will wait until the entire order comes through as indicated before beginning to process your request.

FOR EXAMPLE: on the first request type "ORDER BEGINS" in the comment field. On the last request type "ORDER ENDS" in the comment field.


Complete the form below to submit your Large Format Print request to the Kirkwood Public Library.

  • Printing is performed on a first-come, first-serve basis.
  • General turnaround time is 24-48 hours, depending on staff availability.
  • Requests are only printed Monday through Thursday and early on Friday. Requests submitted Friday afternoon through Sunday will be processed as quickly as possible beginning on Monday.
  • Upload as many files as you like, however large requests may be verified prior to printing.
  • Files should, if possible, be formatted to fit the desired print size. Small files can be scaled, but will distort and/or pixelate.
  • Upon completion, you will be notified via email.
  • Prints will be available to pick up at the Customer Service Desk and are held for 15 days after completion.
  • Once picked up, another print request may be submitted.

If you would like to pay for your print with a credit card, a valid Kirkwood Public Library card (or a library card from one of the Municipal Library Consortium libraries) is required for 3D Printing. Fees for printing will be charged to your library account and can be paid via credit card by logging into your account online. If you wish to pay cash or do not have a card from one of the MLC libraries, do not enter a library card number.

Please direct questions to (314) 821 5770, option 5.

Name(Required)
We primarily notify you about this request through email.
We do not make phone calls about your request unless repeated attempts to contact you via email are unsuccessful.
What kind of paper would you like used for your request?
Select 24 for anything 24 inches or less in width, or 36 for anything between 24 and 36 inches in width.
Choose the length that most closely matches the size this print should be. Do not select a size smaller than what you intend to print.

Please specify the exact dimensions this print should be if different from the sizes selected above. Print sizes are limited to a maximum of 36 inches (3 feet) wide and 120 inches (10 feet) long. If not selected, printing will be made to fit either the width or length selected above.

Please upload files in .jpeg, .png, or .pdf format. Maximum file size is 96 MB. For files larger than 96 MB, please call (314) 821-5770, option 5.
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Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, jpeg, Max. file size: 96 MB.
    Please provide any comments regarding this print. IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT SUBMITTING MULTIPLE REQUESTS: Are you making multiple requests in a short time period? Be sure to indicate below when your overall request begins and starts. Type "ORDER BEGINS" on the first request and "ORDER ENDS" on the final. This provides us a heads up to large requests so be can better plan printing and manage our time.
    Below is the anticipated total price for each file submitted, assuming they are all the same size. This is just an estimate to give you an idea of the cost. The actual cost will be based on materials consumed and may vary from the average costs listed above. Upon completion, library staff will let you know the final cost.
    Confirm your request by agreeing.(Required)
    By confirming this request, I agree that the information that I have provided is correct. I understand that, once submitted, the library will proceed to print my request files and email me when they are complete. If there are any questions about a request a staff member will reach out to me.

    I understand that the library offers no guarantee on quality of the print (which is based on the limitations of the files submitted and the chosen settings for said files). There is also no guarantee on how quickly my request will be processed.

    By providing my library card number, I agree to have the price of this request added as a fine on my library account and that I will be required to remit payment at my online library account via a credit card. (Do not enter a library card number if you intend to pay cash.)

    Submit Your 3D Print Request

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    STOP! If you have a free 3D print coupon from Summer Reading, do not complete this form. Please follow the instructions on your coupon to access the form on which you can redeem your coupon. Thanks!

    Use the form below to submit your request for a 3D printed model from the Kirkwood Public Library. You may choose to either upload your own file(s) or choose one from our 3D Print Binder collection.

    If uploading your own files - once submitted, a librarian will contact you with an estimate of time to print and cost for approval. The minimum cost to print is $1.00 or 1 hour of printing.

    If selecting from the 3D Print Binder - your selection will contain pricing information. You will be contacted when your print is ready to pick up.

    Only cash payments are available for 3D Prints.

    All models are printed on a first come, first serve basis. During peak request times, turnaround time for 3D prints may be up to several weeks. We accept one submission per person at at time. Once that print is picked up and paid, you may submit another request. We can accommodate one (1) color per submission.

    Please direct questions to (314) 821 5770 x 1027.

    Name(Required)
    How would you like to be contacted?(Required)
    We no longer make phone calls for notifications about 3D prints. However, we ask that you provide your phone number (below) as a back up in case email notifications fails.
    What type of 3D Print request would you like?(Required)

    Please choose up to 3 colors for your request. Files submitted will be printed in a single color. We will start with your first choice and move down to the third depending on availability.

    Some colors are limited and may not be selected multiple times. All colors are subject to availability and may not be available for all models.

    Accepted file types: stl, Max. file size: 96 MB.
    Please upload files in .stl file format only. Maximum file size is 96 MB. For files larger than 96 MB, please call (314) 821-5770, x 1027.
    Please note that we can resize objects prior to printing. We can scale proportionately and non-proportionately. If you need your model(s) scaled to fit a certain size requirement, please provide a dimension(s) / unit of measurement. If only one dimension is provided the model will be scaled proportionately. Example: 5 inches wide.
    Please provide any comments regarding this print.
    Confirm your request by agreeing.(Required)
    By confirming this request, I agree that the colors, model and size selection that I have chosen is correct and I acknowledge the listed price. I understand that I will receive no confirmation about my selection and that it will be printed as indicated above.
    Confirm your request by agreeing.(Required)
    By confirming this request, I agree that the colors, file upload and any sizing information that I have chosen is correct. I understand that, once submitted, the library will be in contact with me about the price for printing, any adjustments and a confirmation to proceed with my request.

    Community Spotlight Collection Submission Form

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    Service and Administration Policies Kirkwood Public Library
    ARTICLE V. Collection Development Policy Of The Kirkwood Public Library
    Section 6. Community Spotlight
    -- The Kirkwood Public Library values local authors and encourages the inclusion of their work to the collection. Authors who are residents of Kirkwood or non-resident authors whose work features Kirkwood, MO may submit their book to the collection. Advanced Reading copies and copies with non-traditional library- binding will not be added to the collection. Generally the work must be published in the last two years. Contributed items become property of the library and are subject to all of the Library’s Withdrawal Criteria and Gift policies.

    See the full Collection Development Policy here.
    Requirements(Required)
    Please affirm eligibility by checking all boxes below and reading the Community Spotlight Collection Policy above. Items that do not meet all criteria will not be considered for inclusion
    Please affirm eligibility by checking all boxes above and reading the Community Spotlight Collection Policy. Items that do not meet all criteria will not be considered for inclusion
    Donate or Purchase(Required)
    Donated by(Required)
    Requested by(Required)
    If requester is not the creator of the item, please make a Request for Purchase by contacting the Reference Desk at 314-821-5770 option 3 or filling out the form on our Can't Find It page.
    Creator Name(Required)
    Address(Required)
    Thank you for your request for addition to the Community Spotlight Collection. Please complete and submit this form then mail your item to the address below:
    Kirkwood Public Library
    Community Spotlight Submission
    140 E. Jefferson Avenue
    Kirkwood, MO 63122
    Consent(Required)
    I agree that this form is correct and that I am donating the aforementioned item to the Kirkwood Public Library. I have read and agree to the terms of the Community Spotlight Collection Development Policy.
    Consent(Required)
    I agree that this form is correct and that I am requesting the Kirkwood Public Library purchase the aforementioned item. I have read and agree to the terms of the Community Spotlight Collection Development Policy.

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