Can’t find what you are looking for in the SAILS network? No problem! Last fiscal year, APL was able to borrow almost 800 items (you read that right!) from outside our network for our patrons for free. If an item can’t be found locally within the SAILS network, APL’s Reference Department is able to utilize […]
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Check out the Commonwealth Catalog!
By Amy Rhilinger on January 14, 2016 in Collections, Commonwealth Catalog, Interlibrary Loan, Reference, Services
Have you tried the Commonwealth Catalog? Commonwealth Catalog is your go-to source for items not found in the SAILS network. Search for an item in the Commonwealth Catalog, place a request, and the title will be delivered to your local library for pick up. Easy! The Commonwealth Catalog has access to many participating libraries across […]
Free Multi-State Interlibrary Loan Service at Your Fingertips!
You may be used to browsing shelves, finding an item, and checking it out, but did you know that APL offers free Interlibrary Loan service as well? The SAILS network offers access to items in over 40 communities and 73 libraries. If the item is not in a SAILS library, then try requesting it via […]