Tax season is officially underway…so if you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and get started, here’s a rundown of where to get your tax forms (including at the library) and find help to complete your returns…
FEDERAL TAX FORMS
Order by Phone: 1 (800) 829-3676
Visit the IRS website for resources to help you prepare your federal tax return, general filing information for individuals, businesses, self-employed, and more.
PA TAX FORMS AND ASSISTANCE
Order by Phone (forms may be mailed or faxed to you): 1-888-PATAXES (1-888-728-2937)
Visit the District Office for Forms or Assistance:
SUITE 6
555 Union Boulevard
Allentown, PA 18109
Phone: 610-861-2000
The district office is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
If you’d like tax-filing assistance at the district office, you’re encouraged to bring a photo ID and your Social Security card. Personal income tax assistance is also available through the department’s Online Customer Service Center and by calling 717-787-8201 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Written Requests
You can also request PA forms in writing from:
PA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Tax Forms Service Unit
1854 Brookwood St.
Harrisburg, PA 17104-2244
For more information, including links to file your PA return online and information about the property tax/rent rebate program, visit the PA Department of Revenue website.
AARP ASSISTANCE
AARP offers free, individualized tax preparation for low-to-moderate-income taxpayers — especially those 60 and older — at nearly 5,000 locations nationwide. You can find the location nearest you and information about what to bring with you on their website.
The location offering AARP assistance closest to the library is:
EMMAUS MORAVIAN CHURCH
146 Main St.
Emmaus, PA 18049
Phone: 610-965-6067
Preparers are available on Tuesdays from Feb. 4 to April 7, 9 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
You must sign up in person at the church directly with the AARP Tax Aides.
AT THE LIBRARY
The library has a display in the adult reading area with a limited number of forms and instruction booklets. Feel free to stop by and pick up what you need for personal use. You may also use the library’s PCs to download or print forms, or ask library staff for assistance with printing forms. Printing is .20 per page for black and white, and .50 per page for color.
Sen. Lisa Boscola’s mobile office has a representative on hand at the library every Monday (except on federal holidays) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to answer questions or assist with filling out forms.
Rep. Simmons’ office also accepts appointments if you have questions or other concerns:
191 Main St., Suite 104
Emmaus, PA 18049
Phone: 610-965-5830
Of course, you’re also welcome to come to the library to work on your tax return while enjoying a caffeinated (or caffeine-free) beverage from our hot beverage station to keep you going.
Happy filing!
