How do I get an item that Scituate owns but is checked out, or is owned by another OCLN library?
Using the online library catalog, OCLN cardholders can request materials by placing holds on items.
If an item is owned by another library or the catalog says “Material has been checked out”, you may place a hold on it. New materials, including videos, DVDs and new books, are often available for holds only by the owning library’s patrons. If you see the designation “NO HOLDS” or “LOCAL HOLDS” you may not be able to place a hold. Usually a library restricts holds to just its patrons on new materials for up to 6 months.