ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT LIBRARY SERVICES

Some of the questions we’re asked most frequently are listed below:

BORROWING MATERIALS

How do I get a Homewood Library card?

How long can I keep an item I borrow from the Homewood Library?

How many talking books, CDs, DVDs, etc. can I borrow at one time>

How can I find out when my books are due?

What if I'm not finished with something?  Can I renew it?

Can I have an item held for me?

What if I want to borrow an item that Homewood doesn't own?

FINES

How much will I pay in fines if I am late in returning a Homewood item?

Can I pay fines online?

COMPUTERS/WIRELESS/PRINTING

Are there computers I can use?

Can I reserve a computer?

What if I bring in my laptop--is there WiFi?

Can I print from my laptop?

ONLINE RESOURCES

Are there online resources I can use even if I'm not in the building?

How can I get reference assistance when the library is closed?

EVENTS AT THE LIBRARY

How can I find out what's going on at the library?

Where can I get a copy of the newsletter, Homewood Highlights?

MEET/STUDY

Are there places for my group to hold a meeting at the library?

Are there places where I can study?

LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION

Where can I view the Library's policies?

PURCHASES/MEMORIALS

How do I suggest an item I would like the library to purchase?

Can I give the library money to purchase materials as a memorial or honorarium?

OFFICE SERVICES

Is there a typewriter available?

from the library?

MISCELLANEOUS

Does the library have tax forms available?

Can I register to vote at the Library?

What kinds of assistive services do you have?

The Homewood Public Library strives to serve the patrons in the community both by anticipating perceived needs and by responding to specific patron requests.  You know that the library’s staff and resources are available to patrons who come to the building during business hours, but were you aware that you can request an item even when we’re closed?  Or that 24 hours a day you can access our online resources for a school assignment or just to satisfy your curiosity about something?

If you didn't see the answer to your question here, please call us at 708-798-0121.