The book I want is checked out. You are welcome to place any item that is non-rental material on hold. Just fill out an orange reserve slip and drop it off at the Circulation desk. When the material becomes available, we will send you a notice that the item is ready for you to pick up. If you don't want to be put on a waiting list, your other option is to check to see if there are any rental copies available.
Rental books are never on hold.
Your reserves will be kept behind the circulation desk for one week. Just give your last name to our staff or present your reserve notice, and we will be happy to retrieve your reserves. I came to the library last week and a circulation desk clerk told me that a book I thought I returned still shows that it is checked out to me. First, the clerk will probably suggest to you that a claims return search can be initiated. Our staff will search our shelves for 3 months or until the item in question is located.