COVID-19 LIBRARY SERVICE UPDATES
This webpage includes information on our library's temporary curbside pickup service, remote resources, wifi and internet options, and more. If you have any questions, please use our online contact form or call us at (734) 428.8045.
CURBSIDE SERVICE
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remote resources
E-books & E-audiobooks
If you need assistance using Overdrive, you can email qgallinat@manchesterlibrary.info or call the library at (734) 428.8045 for help. |
Ancestry.com Library Edition
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PUBLIC WIFI |
other internet options |
Our free public wifi will continue to operate. Users are generally able to utilize this wifi from the front (south) parking lot within their vehicles. If you use this resource we ask that you practice social distancing of at least 6 feet if you are outside of your vehicle.
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See our webpage on internet service access for Michigan residents for more information.
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Board Meetings
Board meetings may have varying formats or locations at this time. For more information, visit our Board of Trustees webpage.
PHYSICAL MATERIALSOur library drop-boxes will remain open during this time. You may return your physical library materials to one of the following locations:
1. In the rear parking lot of the Library at 912 City Rd. 2. At the Fredonia Grocery, 11515 East Pleasant Lake Rd in Freedom Township. 3. At the Bridgewater Depot, 8994 E Austin Rd in Bridgewater Township. item auto-renewalsEligible library materials checked out from the Manchester District Library (MDL) now automatically renew three days prior to the due date, saving patrons time and reducing the occurrence of late fees. A list of ineligible items can be found on the Borrowing and Fines page.
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library cards - expirationIf your library card has expired or is about to expire, please call (734) 428-8045 during regular business hours and speak to a staff member. In most cases, we will be able to process card renewals over the phone or through curbside service.
LIBRARY CARDS - NEW PATRONSIn most cases you can sign up for a new library card through our curbside service. Call ahead at (734) 428-8045 to let us know you'd like to fill out an application and get a card. For more information view Library Cards and PINs.
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other questions or concerns?
- If you have need of library services not outlined here, please speak to a staff member to determine if accommodations can be made. The best way to reach MDL staff is to call (734) 428-8045 during regular business hours. If you prefer email, use the contact form on the MDL website or send a message to manchesterlibraryrequest@gmail.com; email responses can sometimes take up to 24 business hours.
- Our goal is to maintain service to the community as safely as possible for our patrons and our staff. At this time, MDL hopes to re-engage in-person services as soon as public health conditions improve.