Services
Group Study & Meeting Rooms
The three group study rooms in the eastern wing of the building are first-come, first-serve; sign up at the East Reference Desk. Rules for use of the group study rooms are available here and at the East Reference Desk, as well as being posted in each group study room.
The Community Room must be booked in advance by calling the Administrative Office at (734) 397-0999, select option #6. Rental fees may apply. Please refer to the Community Room Policy for details and restrictions.
May We Suggest?
May We Suggest is a service that provides customized book recommendations to our patrons. To get your own personalized recommendation, just fill out the May We Suggest form -- you can expect results within 10 days.
Copier & Printer Services
A copy card is necessary for printing and making copies. The reusable card initially costs $1.00, and provides 50¢ worth of printing. Additional value is added in $1.00 increments.
If you want to print while using your laptop or mobile device, you should use our wireless printing service. Your print job will stay in the print queue until the close of business the day it is sent.
| Machine | Capabilities | Price |
|---|---|---|
| B&W copy machines | 8.5x11, 8.5x14, double-sided | 10¢ per side |
| Color copy machine | 8.5x11 - 11x17 | 50¢ per page |
| B&W Printers | 8.5x11 | 10¢ per page |
| Color Printer | 8.5x11 | 50¢ per page |
Other Services
- Scanners - documents or graphics using the printer/copiers
- Microfilm / Microfiche - One machine reads both roll microfilm and fiche
- Typewriter - IBM Selectric
- Optelec Viewer - Magnifies any reading material
- Tax Forms - a limited number of some Federal and State forms available January-April
- Fax Sending - Self-serve kiosk in the lobby
Supplies for Sale at the Checkout Desk
- USB flash drive ($8)
- Headphones ($1)
Tours
For under-age-18 groups, contact Anne Heidemann of the Children's, Tween and Teen Services Department at (734) 397-0999 ext. 1242. All other inquiries should be directed to Rebecca Havenstein-Coughlin of the Adult Services Department, ext. 1112.
Group Home Visits
We welcome the opportunity to schedule your group to visit the library. Benefits of scheduling a visit include:
- Materials of your choice can be pulled for you in advance
- One or more of the library's study rooms can be reserved for your visit
- We can arrange programs, video presentations, or use of the BiFolkal kits
To schedule a group visit, contact Laura Fawcett, Librarian in the Adult Services Department, ext. 1138.
Assistive Technology
The library makes the following assistive technology available:
- Wheelchair-accessible Internet stations with 21-inch computer monitor
- Magnasite reader, a machine that magnifies print
Books by Mail
Canton residents who are physically unable to come to the library, either due to a permanent or long-term illness or are over the age of 65, can now have books mailed directly to their home at no charge. For more information go to Books by Mail.
For more information about the library's services for older adults, contact Joyce Simowski, Librarian in the Adult Services Department, ext. 1125).
