Returning Materials

Materials may be returned either to the Marlborough Public Library or any other CW MARS Library. Please use the outside book return slot to return materials when the library is closed.

Late items returned to the Marlborough Public Library will not generate fines.  CW MARS voted in September 2022 to become the first library network in Massachusetts to officially go fine-free! While some libraries are grandfathered based on their current policies, all members are strongly encouraged to go fine free. The Marlborough Public Library is proud to be among the 130 libraries out of a total of 157 member libraries that do not charge fines for most overdue items.

Some items will not be affected by this amnesty, such as late museum passes and some items borrowed from libraries outside of the CW MARS library network. The library will assess a fee for lost or damaged items.

Important! All Museum Passes must be returned directly to the Marlborough Public Library.