The library’s web address is www.pwpl.org. Click Catalog. Then My Account.
To review your account and check due dates
1. Enter your name, 14 digit library barcode number (without spaces), and PIN number (usually the last 4 digits of your phone number). Then Click on the Submit button. If you have never logged into My Library Account you will then be prompted to select a PIN and enter it twice.
2. Once you have logged into your account, a link will display showing you the number of Items currently checked out. Click this link to view the titles, due dates, and call numbers for these items. It will also indicate any fines.
3. A separate link will display the number of Requests (holds) outstanding. Click this link to view a list of the titles you currently have on request (hold).
To renew items
From the library Catalog, click My Account or Renew Items. Once you are in your account and have selected the link for the Items currently checked out:
1. Check the Renew box to the left of the item(s) you wish to renew.
2. Click Renew Selected Items or Renew All button at the top of the list. (You may renew items only once and some items may be ineligible for renewal)
3. When you are finished renewing, log out of your account by clicking the Home or Logout button. This will bring you back to the main search screen. Clicking the New Search or Search Catalog button will allow you to continue searching the catalog. To return to your account simply click on the Patron Record button.
To place an online reserve
1. Search the library catalog for the specific item you wish to reserve (request).
2. Click the Request button for the item.
3. Request Verification will appear — Enter your name, 14 digit library barcode number (without spaces), and PIN number (usually the last 4 digits of your phone number).
4. Click the Submit button. If you do not click on it, your request will not be submitted.
5. The next screen should say: Your request was successful. (If this is the first time you have placed an online reserve you may be asked to verify your pin number twice before your request is acknowledged as successful.)
6. When you are finished reserving, logout of your account by clicking the Home, Start Over, or New Search button. The Regular Display button will bring you back to the item record.
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