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Check out materials
Materials to check out and take home include: Books (including hardcover, paperback, large print), Audiobooks on Cassette and CD, Magazines, Videos, DVDs, Music on Cassette and CD, Children's CD-ROMs, and Museum Passes.
Community Room
The library's Community Room holds 75 people for meetings and programs. Non-profit organizations can rent it for $25.
Connecticard and Connecticar
North Haven Library cooperates with libraries throughout Connecticut in allowing patrons with a valid library card from the town in which they reside, to borrow materials from any public library in Connecticut. A delivery service between Connecticut's libraries allows patrons to borrow materials at one library and return them to another. Restrictions apply to media and interlibrary loaned items.
Databases
The library makes available online databases provided by the State of Connecticut and purchased by the North Haven Library. Access is provided on the public computers and through the North Haven Library website: www.leaplibraries.org/nhaven
Free Local Newspapers
In addition to subscribing to five daily newspapers, which can be read in the library, we also receive multiple copies of The Advisor, The Post, North Haven Courier and The North Haven Citizen. These North Haven newspapers are available at no charge.
Group Study Room
There is a group study room located on the first floor. It is available for groups of up to 4 people to work or study together. Sign up is at the Circulation Desk.
Homebound Delivery
If you are unable to come to the library, and wish to check out library materials, the Reference Department coordinates homebound delivery service. A volunteer will pick up and deliver requested materials to your home in North Haven.
Interlibrary Loans
If the library does not own an item of interest, it can often be borrowed from another library for you. Inquire at the Reference Desk or in the Children's Department. Materials from outside the Library's LEAP Consortium may only be requested by North Haven residents.
Photocopier
A coin-operated photocopier is located on the first floor. Copies are 10 cents per page.
Public Computers
There are 13 public computers in the adult department offering internet access, Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Works. Printing is offered at 10 cents per page. The children's department has 8 computers for children under 15 years of age. They offer games and educational programs.
Reading Garden
On good weather days, the Reading Garden is open and available for the public to use. The Garden was donated by the Memorial Library Association, and the benches, plants, trees, and statuary were donated by various North Haven residents and organizations. Enjoy!
Reference
What is the name of the Groundhog Day groundhog? What is an MRI test? Questions come up in everyone's life and your library is the place to turn for answers. Professional librarians are trained to answer your questions and assist you in your research. Please do not hesitate to ask for their expertise in locating an answer to your question.
Rotary Collection
The Rotary Job and Career Corner houses materials on furthering your education, careers, job hunting, and starting your own business. Most materials may be borrowed. This collection is supported by the Rotary Club of North Haven.
Telephone Reference
Did you know you can call the library to ask a question or request that items be held for you?