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45255 W. 10 Mile Road, Novi, Michigan 48375 | 248-349-0720
Hours: Monday - Thursday 10am - 9pm | Friday-Saturday 10am - 5pm | Sunday 1pm - 5pm (September-May)
 
   
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In the Library

Find out what's in our library for you to use such as materials, services, features, and more!

Patrons are expected to follow the

Rules of Conduct while visiting the library.

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Materials

Collections in the library include:

Adult

Young Adult/Youth

  • Blu-ray/DVD
  • Biography
  • Board/Reader/Picture
  • Books on CD/Playaway
  • Encyclopedia
  • Fiction
  • Graphic Novels
  • International Language
  • Non-Fiction
  • Reference
  • Video Gaming

General

Search our Library Catalog for listings.

Services And Features

*Requires a Library Card

Services/Features Details

Learn more about the equipment the library maintains for public use.

Computer Access

Computer Use Policy

Equipment the library maintains for public use:

  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Computers available:
    • Computers for searching our Library Catalog.
    • Computers for searching our online databases.
    • Computers with Rosetta Stone to learn a new language.  Headsets with microphones available at the Information Desk for use in the library.
    • Adaptive Technology Computer for specialized needs.
    • Second floor computers for 7th grade students to adults with internet access,  Earbuds are available to purchase for $1.
    • Creation Station with the same software as the Adult Computers plus a flatbed scanner capable of scanning photos, negatives or text.
    • First floor computers for patrons in the 8th grade or under.  Headphones available for use. Adults may sit at the same computer with a child and assist them at the computers.

Guidelines for Computer Use:

  • A valid library card and PIN or a Visitor Pass, which is available at the Reference Desk, is required to use all computers except the Library Catalogs.
  • The session time limit is one hour and users are limited to three hours per day.
  • Users must follow our Internet Acceptable Use Policy.
  • No cell phone calls at the computers.
  • Files may be saved to a USB device or temporarily to the "My Documents" folder. 
  • The Check Out Desk has 2GB flashdrives for $7.
  • Printing from the computers in black & white costs 10 cents per page and color costs 50 cents per page.  Value may be added to your library card or Visitor Pass at either the Check Out or Information Desks
  • Photocopiers are available capable of color at 50 cents per page or black & white at 10 cents per page

Wireless Printing in the library from your laptop - instructions here.

To Reduce Paper Waste and Printing Costs…
There will be a $1 charge per COMPUTER PASS for those without a library card effective January 2, 2011 .   Another great reason to sign-up now for a library card. 

Material Returns

We have two options for you to return your materials to the Library!

    1.  A drive-up RETURN, located just south of the Library entrance. 

                                          or

    2.  You may sort the items into the return slots as you enter the Library.

Copy Machines

There are two public access copy machines in the Library that can print in black and white ($0.10/page) or color ($0.50/page).  The first floor copy machine is located in the Copy Center, next to the Book Nook.  The second floor copy machine is adjacent to the Information Desk.

Fax Machine

A public access fax machine is located in the first floor Copy Center, next to the Book Nook.  Domestic rates are $1.50 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page.  International rates are $4.95 for the first page and $3.45 for each additional page.     

Group Study Rooms

We have nine group study rooms available for patron use on a first-come, first-served basis.  These rooms are designed to be used for groups from 2 to 6 individuals. 

Display Case

We have a display case available for individuals and groups to display collections.  Please contact the Library Administration at 248-869-7204, Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. to reserve your spot.  Exhibits and Displays Policy