MONTCLAIR, NJ (September 4, 2025) — Montclair Public Library is excited to invite community members to get creative this September for Library Card Sign-up Month by participating in a library card design contest! Whether you’re a budding artist, a graphic designer, or simply a library lover with a great idea, this is your chance to have your artwork featured on the newest library cards.
Submission Period: September 5–October 5, 2025
Community Voting: October 12-17, 2025
Who Can Enter: Open to all residents of Montclair, NJ of all ages
Winners in each age category will have their designs printed as official library cards, available to patrons later this year. Winners will also receive a larger-than-life version of their library card at a special unveiling ceremony, have their design displayed in the library, and of course, bragging rights!
Design Guidelines:
- Artwork should reflect the spirit of reading, learning, community, or the library itself.
- Submissions must be original, creative, and not subject to copyright restrictions or ownership by another individual or organization.
- Content must be suitable for all ages.
- All designs must utilize the Library-provided design template.
- Digital and hand-drawn entries accepted.
For full contest rules, submission guidelines, downloadable template, and entry form visit www.montclairlibrary.org/designcontest25. Entries can be submitted online or dropped off in person at either of the Montclair Public Library’s locations: 50 South Fullerton Avenue or 185 Bellevue Avenue.
About the Montclair Public Library
Founded in 1893, the Montclair Public Library serves the residents of Montclair, New Jersey. It has two facilities: the Main Library at 50 South Fullerton Avenue (open seven days a week) and the Bellevue Avenue Branch at 185 Bellevue Avenue (open six days a week). In 2023, the Library saw 170,000 visits; circulated 390,000 items including books, eBooks, movies, Wi-Fi hotspots, museum passes, tools, and recreational objects; and welcomed 22,000 participants in a wide variety of programs that reflect Montclair’s energy and diversity. Visit montclairlibrary.org for hours of operation and current services.