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  Important library information

   Below are some of the most frequently asked questions concerning the library.

    If you have a question not addressed here please contact us, we will be happy to assist! 

bulletWhere is the library?
  The library is located at 34 Monroe Street, Monroeville, OH.
bulletHow do I get a library card?
All you need is identification that has your name and current address on it.  You must be at least 5 years old to sign up for your first card.
bulletHow long can I keep the items I check out?
Library books, books on tape, and books on CD will be checked out for 21 days. All other entertainment videos/DVDs, magazines, and music CDs are checked out for 7 days.

Items are due back before the library closes on the due date.  You will receive a receipt with the titles you have checked out and the date the items are due.  If items are returned in the book drop after business hours, they will NOT be checked in until the next business day.

bullet How much are fines if I am late in returning my items?
All materials checked out from the library are 5¢ per day, per item.
bulletCan I renew library materials I have checked out?
You may renew any items that do not have reserves on them.  you may renew them over the phone or in person.  You can do this once for any item.
bulletCan I return videos, audio tapes, and CDs in the bookdrop?
Videos and audio tapes may be returned in the Video Drop.  Books and periodicals may be returned in the Book Drop. DVDs and CDs ARE NOT to be placed in either drop as they may be damaged.

Please remember that items must be returned before the library closes on the date the item is due.  Items returned in the bookdrop after the library closes will not be checked in until the next business day.

bulletCan I access the library's online catalog from my home computer?
The card catalog may be accessed through any computer that is connected to the internet through this web page or at the following address:

 http://seoipac.seo.lib.oh.us/ipac20/ipac.jsp?profile=mpl&lang=eng&reloadxsl=true

With the "iPac" catalog, you can search all libraries of the  Southeastern Ohio (SEO) Regional Library Consortium for the materials you need, then specify the pick-up location as The Monroeville Public Library, using your library card.

Read and follow the directions on the catalog search page for further information or use the link provided for the instructional pamphlet in the next topic.

bulletHow do I use iPac to access the library's online catalog or my library account?
  Refer to our handy iPac pamphlet by clicking here, or use the "Help" on the particular iPac screen you are using.  The help link is located near the upper right corner of the screen.
bulletAre there computers that the public can use at the library?
 There are two computers available for internet access at the library.  Both may be used for browsing the internet or checking personal e-mail but only one may be used for chat rooms.  Another computer is available specifically for word processing (resumes, reports, etc) and other applications.  There are two additional computers reserved for use by children. There are games available for a wide range of ages, some of which are educational.

If you wish to use the computers you must have a library card.  If you wish to use an internet computer you must read and sign our Acceptable Use Policy prior to using the internet.  If you are under 18 a parent or legal guardian must also read and sign the policy at the library for you to use the internet.

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