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Library ResourcesReference Services
Other Reference Services
Interlibrary Loan - is a service that allows library card holders to obtain hard to find materials, not found in the CLAMS or Virtual catalogs. If you are unable to find a book, DVD, CD, or other type of library material through the library catalog, please see a staff member to find out if Interlibrary Loan may be used. Lists & Reviews of Library Materials- if you are having trouble finding a new book to read, movie to watch, or music to listen to, the reference department will be able to assist you. We have a collection of print and online resources that are designed to help library patrons find new and interesting materials. We can help you find book reviews, newly published materials, books in a particular genre that you enjoy, movie & music reviews, and more! This service is often referred to as "readers advisory".Teaching Research Skills- consist of individual and
group instruction sessions on how to use computers and print resources
to fulfill all of your information needs. This includes learning how to
find, evaluate, and use information, through the use of traditional library
resources, the World Wide Web, and other online resources. This service
is otherwise known as "Information Literacy". Find Books & MoreSearch the Library Catalog (CLAMS) now: The Library is part of the "Cape Libraries Automated Materials Sharing System", commonly known by its acronym, CLAMS. Read more about this network of libraries below! What can I do with CLAMS?
In order to access CLAMS it is necessary to be a registered library
card holder What else can I do with CLAMS?
Find ArticlesIf you are interested in finding magazine, newspaper, and journal articles for homework, business, or simply to learn about a subject you are interested in, try searching the library's online databases now: From Inside the library: Click on the "Databases" tab at the top of the CLAMS library catalog web page to begin searching. From Home: Type your library barcode into the box below and click on "Go": You can learn more about the library's online databases that are used to find these articles by speaking with the Reference Librarian and picking up a handout in the Reference Department of the library. There are also many free online resources that you may want to try searching, by going to our recommended websites section. Ancestry Library EditionThe library has purchased a subscription to the Ancestry Library Edition website, a valuable resource for genealogy research. Over 5 billion names in approximately 3,400 databases, the website provides users with access to census, court, land, and many other records from the United States, Canada, and some European countries (including the UK). The website may only be accessed from inside the library, simply click on the Ancestry Library Edition icon from the desktop of any public computer (except Children's & Library Catalog computers). If you would like to learn more about how to use Ancestry Library Edition please refer to the help link on the Ancestry Library Edition website or speak with a librarian! Heritage Quest OnlineThe library has also purchased a subscription to Heritage Quest Online, another website that offers an extensive amount of genealogy information. Users may search the US Census, genealogical books, local history articles, and records from the Revolutionary War and Freedman's Bank in order to find references to their ancestors. You can access this website from home by using the barcode on the back of your Oak Bluffs Library CLAMS card: Heritage Quest Home Access To access the website from inside the library, simply click on the Heritage Quest Online icon from the desktop of any public computer (except Children's & Library Catalog computers). If you are using our wireless access with your laptop then you will have to follow the instructions for home access in the preceding paragraph. If you would like to learn more about how to use Heritage Quest Online please refer to the help link on the Heritage Quest Online website or speak with a librarian! Recommended Websites
Book Discussion GroupThe book discussion group meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month (we have cancelled the Tuesday evening meeting time until further notice), unless there is a calendar conflict. Please read below for the exact dates of the next meeting and to learn more:
Lists & Reviews of Library MaterialsStaff Reviews: See what the Oak Bluffs Public Library staff reads & recommends! Try these fun & informative websites:
The library's reference department also has newspapers, magazines, and books that will help you to find new reading material. Ask a librarian to show you where these resources are! Ask a LibrarianTo ask a librarian at the Oak Bluffs Public Library a reference question you may call the library by phone at 1-508-693-9433, email us: info@oakbluffslibrary.org, or come to the library in person during our open hours. If the library is closed, or you need an answer to your question immediately, try the online reference service, 24/7 Mass Answers . You can use this online service at any time, and a librarian from another library will help you find the answer to your question. |
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