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Hillsdale Community Library

Serving the community of Hillsdale since 1908.

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Library Services

The Hillsdale Community Library offers a vast array of services to assist the members of our community.

Services Offered

Children and Young Adult Collections

The library maintains a separate collection of children and young adult books and materials. Throughout the summer, as well as during the school year, the library has very active children and young adult programs. For more information, please contact our Children’s Librarian.

Interlibrary Loan

Interlibrary loan service is available for patrons with requests which cannot be found in our library. If we don’t have it, we will try and get it for you from another public library.

Library Tours

We will give a detailed tour of the library to any group which requests it. The tour must be prearranged, but your group is welcome to come and browse informally if a tour is not necessary. We welcome class visits!

Public Access Computers

For patron use, the library has 10 public access computers available which are equipped with word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation software, and are connected to the internet.

Public Meeting Rooms

The library offers its meeting room(s) to public groups wishing to present programs or to hold meetings which serve the community’s needs. See meeting room policies for details.

Public Photocopier/Fax Machine

A photocopier is available for use in the library at a charge of 10 cents for 8 ½ x 11 black and white copies. Color copies are 25 cents per page. To fax, the charge is 1 dollar for every page. Faxes outside of the US are 5 dollars per page. A fax cover sheet is required to be used. These are provided at no cost.

School Visits

Our Children’s Librarian visits area elementary and middle schools to present information on the library and our dedicated Children’s Programs.

Wireless Internet Access

Wireless 802.11b/g access is available in most areas of the building (including in the meeting rooms). Patrons must have their network card configured to use TCP/IP, and to obtain an IP address automatically via DHCP. Connection points (RJ45 jacks) can also be found throughout the building.

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Library Hours:
Mon, Wed, Fri: 11am – 5pm
Tues, Thurs: 12pm – 6pm
Sat: currently closed

11 E. Bacon St.
Hillsdale, MI 49242
Phone: 517.437.6470
Fax: 517.437.6477
info@hillsdale-library.org

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I search the catalog?

Click here to look for books. 

How do I access MeLcat and other online resources?

Click here for online resources.

How do I get a Library card?

Depending on your residency status (see our Library Card Policy), all you need to do to get a free library card is bring in your picture ID and fill out a brief form. You’ll be ready to check out books as soon as we put you in our computer system.

Can I get a library card online?

We do not have the capability of verifying your address or adding you to our computer system at this time through the internet. Please stop in for an application.

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Hours

Mon, Wed, Fri
11 AM – 5 PM

Tues, Thurs
12 PM – 6 PM

Sat.
currently closed

Sun.
Closed

Location

11 E. Bacon St.
Hillsdale, MI 49242

Phone: 517.437.6470
Fax: 517.437.6477

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