If you would like to request an item that is not
currently available at your library location, you
can place a hold using the online catalog. You will
need your library card number and PIN. If you do not
have a PIN, you can obtain one by calling your local
library.
Connect
to the catalog, and search for the item using either the visual
or traditional search. The visual search doesn’t remember you,
so you’ll have to enter your card number and PIN each time you
place a hold. If you are going to place multiple holds, it might be
more convenient to use the traditional search.
You will see a list of items
that match your search terms. Click on a title to go to the Item Information
screen. Read the item description carefully to
be sure it’s what you’re looking for.
Click the Request Item button.
Enter your User ID (the number on your library
card) and your PIN, then click the Login
button.
If your email address is included in your profile,
you will automatically be notified via email when
the item becomes available. Otherwise, you will
be notified according to the policy of the library
you select as your pickup location.
Select the library location where you would like
to pick up the item when it becomes available.
Click the Request button.
The catalog will display a confirmation message.
After you have read the message, click Return
to Searching.
To check the status of pending holds, or to cancel a hold, access My Account
and click the Holds link.
