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Frequently Asked Questions about Getting a Library card:
What if I work in Novi but do not live in Novi?
What if I live in a different city but would like to come to the Novi Library?
How much does a Library card cost?
Where can I use my Library card?
What if I lose my Library card?
Just come on in to the Novi Library and bring with you some proof of Novi residency. Acceptable proof includes a valid driver's license with a current address, tax receipts, voter registration card, property deed, utility bill, or checks with your name and Novi address. You must renew your library card every three years.
What if I work in Novi but do not live in Novi?
Non-residents who work in Novi may obtain a one-year card, with proof of employment in the city.
What if I live in a different city but would like to come to the Novi Library?
You must get your Library card from the library in the city where you live. However, if you live in a city whose library belongs to The Library Network (TLN) consortium and has chosen to be one of the reciprocal borrowing libraries, you can use your home library card at the Novi Library.
If your home library is a standalone (does not share the patron database system), you will need to register your home library card with the Novi Library the first time you use it here. Bring your home library card and photo ID showing your current address to register .
How much does a Library card cost?
Library cards are free! Renewing your Library card is free. There is a $2.00 charge if you lose your Library card.
What if I lose my Library card?
Please report a lost card to the library immediately. The replacement cost for a lost card is $2.00.
Borrowing Library Materials
Frequently asked questions about checking out Library materials:
What do I need to know about borrowing a video or a DVD?
What if the book I want is checked out?
What if the book I want is not owned by the Novi Library, but is owned by another library?
What if I can't find the book I want in the Catalog?
Do I have to return all materials to the Novi Library?
What do I need to know about borrowing a video or a DVD?
Videos and DVDs are available for home use only. To borrow a video or DVD you need to have a Library Network area card.
Please be aware of the following issues regarding our video and DVD collections:
- Library staff check videos and DVDs for damage when they are returned. If you have a problem with a video or DVD you have borrowed, please notify the library staff immediately. Do not attempt to repair the item yourself.
- The patron assumes responsibility for videos/DVDs in their possession. The Library is not responsible for any damage that may occur to patron’s video/DVD players while using the Library’s materials.
- Video and DVD overdue notices are sent after 21 days. You will be sent a bill for a replacement video or DVD if it is overdue 35 or more days.
- Please rewind videos before returning them.
- You may return videos and DVDs in the library drop box.
- Please read our Video and DVD Information Sheet for more details.
What if the book I want is checked out?
You can get on the waiting list for the book, so when the book is returned, we will hold it for you and notify you by mail. To place a request for a book, you can use our Web Catalog and the "Place Hold" button for the book you want. You will need a valid Library card. Or you can contact us, and a librarian will be happy to assist you. If you send another person to pick up the item, that person must bring the notification or your library card in order to check out the item.
What if the book I want is not owned by the Novi Library, but is owned by another library?
You may request that a library that owns the book, and is willing to lend it, send it to the Novi Library for you. When the book arrives at Novi, we will notify you by mail. To place a request for a book, you can use our Web Catalog and the "Place Hold" button for the book you want. You will need a valid Library card. Or, you may call us or stop by the Information Desk, and a librarian will be happy to assist you. Keep in mind that not all materials can be interloaned from other libraries. If you have questions, feel free to contact us. If you send another person to pick up the item, that person must bring the notification or your library card in order to check out the item.
What if I can't find the book I want in the Catalog?
We might be able to get the book from another library outside our local Catalog system.
Do I have to return all materials to the Novi Library?
Books (other than rental books) may be returned to any TLN library. However, audiovisual materials should be returned to the Novi Library.
You "Place Hold" button for the book you want. You will need a valid Library card. Or, you may call us or stop by the Information Desk, and a librarian will be happy to assist you. Keep in mind that not all materials can be interloaned from other libraries. If you have questions, feel free to contact us. If you send another person to pick up the item, that person must bring the notification or your library card in order to check out the item.
What if I can't find the book I want in the Catalog?
We might be able to get the book from another library outside our local Catalog system.
Do I have to return all materials to the Novi Library?
Books (other than rental books) may be returned to any TLN library. However, audiovisual materials should be returned to the Novi Library.
Possible Fines and Fees include:
| Part A: | Circulating Library Materials | ||||
| Type of Material | Loan Period | Limit | Renewals | Overdue Fine | Fine Cap |
| Adult Books | 21 days | no | 2 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| Adult Paperbacks | 21 days | no | 2 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| Large Print Books | 21 days | no | 2 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| Foreign Language Books | 21 days | no | 2 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| Rental Books | 1 day | no | 0 | $0.10 | $25.00 |
| YA (Young Adult) Books | 21 days | no | 2 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| YA Paperbacks | 21 days | no | 2 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| YA Notes | 7 days | no | 0 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| Youth Books | 21 days | no | 2 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| Youth Paperbacks | 21 days | no | 2 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| Holiday Books | 7 days | no | 0 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| 7-Day Books | 7 days | no | 0 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| Magazines | 7 days | no | 0 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| Pamphlets | 7 days | no | 0 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| College Catalogs | 7 days | no | 0 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| Compact Discs (music) | 7 days | *** | 0 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| CD Books | 21 days | no | 0 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
| Audio Cassette Books | 21 days | no | 0 | $0.10 | $5.00 |
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Videocassettes(non-fiction) |
7 days | no | 0 | $1.00 | $25.00 |
| Videocassettes (entertainment) | 3* / 7 days | no | 0 | $1.00 | $25.00 |
| DVDs (non-fiction) | 7 days | no | 0 | $1.00 | $25.00 |
| DVDs (entertainment) | 3* / 7 days | no | 0 | $1.00 | $25.00 |
| * 3 day loan when NEW | |||||
| *** "new" limited to 5 | |||||
| Reference Books | No Loan | 0 | 0 | $10.00 | $80.00 |
| Part B |
Consumable supplies |
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| Item | Fee | ||||
| Black & White Prints (8.5"x11") | $0.10 / sheet | ||||
| Color Prints (8.5"x11") | $0.25 / sheet | ||||
| Photo Paper Prints (4"x6") | $0.50 / sheet | ||||
| Computer Discs | $0.50 / disc | ||||
| CD-rom | $1.00 / disc | rev. 8/06 | |||
Novi Public Library's Policy on the Confidentiality of Patron Records:
The purpose of this policy is to preserve the confidentiality and privacy of the registration and circulation records of its patrons to the fullest extent permitted by law. Read more at Confidentiality of Patron Records.
