Summer is here, and we know for many of you that means travel. We want to ensure that those summer sojourns are as relaxing and fun as possible, and we have a few suggestions to make that happen.
First and foremost, you can take your library with you.
Of course, we have a multitude of physical items you can bring, but they might take up much-needed packing space.
Have no fear: your library card also gives you access to a whole host of e-media services, including Hoopla, Libby, Kanopy and Comics Plus. You can use these services to download music, e-books, e-audiobooks, magazines, movies and comics directly to your digital devices.
Second, we understand that sometimes you need a little more time with your library materials.
To that end, we offer automatic renewals. That means your checked-out physical items will automatically renew up to four times. You'll get an email close to when the item is due, and if you scroll to the bottom of the email, it will tell you if an item has been renewed and when the new due date is.
If the item can't be renewed, give us a call at 734-397-0999 or contact us, and we'll see what we can do.
The one case where we can't extend your time is if someone else has put a hold on the item. In that instance, you won't accrue any late fees, but your account will be suspended after the item is 10 days overdue. While you're on vacation, that suspension will prevent you from checking out digital items. When you return from vacation, bring the item(s) back, and your borrowing privileges will be immediately reinstated.
If your library card expires while you're on vacation, have no fear. We now have a process that lets you renew your library card online at your convenience. As soon as you do that, give us a call or utilize the Contact Us page, and we can renew your items for you.
But if not knowing whether you will be able to get all the renewals you'll need is causing you some anxiety, talk to us before you leave. If you're checking out items that aren't in demand or don't have holds, we might be able to add a few extra days to your checkout. We'll do our best to accommodate you and resolve any issues.
Lastly, while you are on vacation, we are here to take care of any new holds that come in while you are away.
This happens sometimes, and no matter how hard you try to plan around it, there could always be that rogue hold that becomes available for you while you're on vacation.
Items on hold are kept on our shelf for 5 days. If you are going to be out of town and would really like to have that item instead of relinquishing the hold, we can check it out for you. This would begin the item's 3-week checkout on the day that you call, and we will hold it at the Check Out Desk for you to pick up when you return.
As you can see, we are here to help you even when you're on vacation, so you can enjoy your summer. Feel free to use any of these options as needed!
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