Reserve and Renew Online

Getting Started

Setting up an account is free and easy, just follow these simple steps. If you require assistance or have questions please call the Reference Department (378 - 7474 ext. 18) during our hours of operation and a Librarian will be happy to walk you through the process.

  • Open the My Account page. (The My Account page should open in a new window so that these instructions remain open) (This link is also available from the Library Catalog)
  • In the spaces provided, enter your name and library barcode as it appears on your library card.
  • Then select a PIN (Personal Identification Number). Your PIN can be any word, number or combination of your choice.
  • Click Submit
  • Another page will open and prompt you to enter the PIN two more times.
  • Click Submit again.

A new page should open that says My Record. Your account has been created. Now you can reserve, renew, and monitor your account. (note: not all items can be renewed)

 

Reserving Books Online

North Merrick patrons, with no outstanding fines, can place reserves on books, audio books and music CD's Online!

  • Browse the Library Catalog. (This link is also available from the Library's homepage)
  • When you find the title you wish to reserve, click "Request".
  • Enter your name, 14-digit library card number and PIN (if you do not already have an account, see Getting Started)
  • Click "Submit".
  • Click "Submit requested item".
  • The screen should then say, "Your request was successful."

When the book is ready to be picked up, you will recieve a post card in the mail. You can also check the status of your reserve through your account. (Please call the Circulation desk to double check availability)

 

Renewing Books Online

Avoid overdue fines by renewing your books online.
Most materials can be renewed online (see details below).

  • Open the Renew Items page. (The Renew Items page should open in a new window so that these instructions remain open) (This link is also available from the Library Catalog)
  • Enter your name, 14-digit library card number and PIN (if you do not already have an account, see Getting Started)
  • Click on the link that lists Items Currently Checked Out.
  • Click on the box next to the item you wish to renew.
  • Then click on "Renew Selected Items". You may also choose "Renew All".
  • Now check the status of the renewal. If the item was renewed successfully, Renewed will appear under the items status.

Items cannot be renewed if:

  • The item is a new DVD.
  • The item has already been renewed once.
  • Other patrons have placed a reserve on the item.