REQUESTING BOOKS, DVDS, ETC
How do I place a hold on a book?
Are there limits on materials I can request?
How do I get my materials?
How long will it take to get my materials?
Is the library building open?
When is Storytime?
Are there volunteer opportunities at Holland Free Public Library ?
What is the Hunterdon County Library Teen Advisory Board, and how do I join?
- You can place holds using your online Hunterdon County Library account.
- Requests for materials may be placed at hclibrary.us with a library card number and PIN.
- If you forgot your PIN, give us a call.
- Patrons can also place a request with Holland Library by calling 908-995-4767 during our regular hours of operation.
Are there limits on materials I can request?
- No.
- For special out-of-system InterLibrary Loans, there is a limit of 3 requests per day: https://hclibrary.us/readingservices/ILL
How do I get my materials?
- After you place a hold online, you can expect an automated notification when it is ready. Choose email, text or phone call.
- If you want to change the type of notification you receive, please call or visit the library and we will switch it.
How long will it take to get my materials?
- Requested materials come from locations across Hunterdon and Morris Counties, it can be difficult to predict. Status of requested materials may read "En Route" for up to 14 days, depending on weather conditions and number of transfers required.
Is the library building open?
- Our library building now open to the public 1pm-6pm Tues - Fri and 10am -1pm Fri - Sat. We have computers with internet access for public use, as well as printing/copier services (B&W, .10 per page), scanning to your USB and WIFI for your own device.
- Our outdoor area is open to the public as well.
When is Storytime?
- Outdoor Storytime is on Fridays at 11am, mid-April 2023 - mid-October 2023
- Children age 0-5 are welcome, no registration required.
Are there volunteer opportunities at Holland Free Public Library ?
- Yes, please fill out a volunteer form at the library, and let's talk about how you can get involved.
What is the Hunterdon County Library Teen Advisory Board, and how do I join?
- Teen Advisory Board members serve as leaders, and expand opportunities for teens to give back to the community.
- They collaborate as a group to identify goals and launch projects that are fun, meaningful, or both.
- Their unique perspective is invaluable to our library system's efforts to create programming for youth & young adults.
- This group of teens is committed to building their powers of expression, empathy, and informed decision-making.
- Contact Emily Witowski, Hunterdon County Library Teen Services Supervisor: ewitkowski@hclibrary.us
still have questions ?
Email us at thehollandlibrary@gmail.com
