by Ben Krombholz | Jan 12, 2023 | faq
Catalog Where can I use my library card? Your MCPL library account provides access to the collections of the following public libraries in the Wisconsin Valley Library Service. Additionally, you may use your library card to access e-books and digital audio books...
by Ben Krombholz | Jan 11, 2023 | faq
Catalog How will I be notified if I have overdue items or items being held? When you sign up for a library card, you have the option to receive library notifications via email, phone (voice or text) or regular mail. Please note: Library notifications are sent as a...
by Ben Krombholz | Jan 10, 2023 | faq
Catalog Why can’t I request certain items in the Library Catalog (V-Cat)? Most often, this happens when trying to request a “new” or “high demand” item that isn’t owned by your local library (e.g. if you live in Marathon County, the...
by Ben Krombholz | Jan 9, 2023 | faq
Catalog Can I get a library card if I don’t live nearby? Persons without a permanent residence in Wisconsin may apply for a temporary account and receive a library card. Applications for a temporary account must be made in person, and applicants must show a...
by Ben Krombholz | Jan 8, 2023 | faq
Catalog What are “Lucky Day” items? Items labeled with the phrase “Lucky Day” in the Library Catalog (V-Cat) are high demand items that cannot be put on hold and are only made available for immediate checkout at MCPL locations. What this means...
by Ben Krombholz | Jan 7, 2023 | faq
Catalog Why doesn’t the library have available copies of a popular item? There often are more copies available than meet the eye! For example, additional copies may be checked out or held at other MCPL locations. Additionally, library staff order extra copies of...
