Note: there are several ways to search the catalog

1. If you have an exact title or author in mind, browse. That works just like a traditional card catalog. (browse)
   
   
2. If you aren't sure of the title, author, or exact subject terms, try a keyword search. (keyword)
   
   
3. If, in addition to searching, you also want to be able to see what you have checked out, renew your books, etc., sign in first. (log in)
   
   

Browse the catalog  

Note: If you know exactly what you want, a browse search will usually give you more specific results than key word searching (below). Be sure to pick author, title, or subject from the drop-down box. If this doesn't work, switch to keyword or advanced searching. (Look for the tabs)

Quick key word search 

Log in to your account  

Your username is your barcode.
Your password is your 4 digit PIN, if you set one.
Otherwise try your birthday: mmdd.

Once you have logged in, look at the tab bar at the top. Click on the leftmost tab, patron menu. There you will find the my account option.
Choose my circulation status to see what you have checked out, renew items, and the like.

You can now renew books and CDs online. But please remember, not all items are renewable. You won't be able to extend your checkout of magazines, new adult books, items that have already been renewed once, or anything that someone has reserved. That person is eagerly awaiting your return of that item.

If you look up a book in the catalog and find that it is checked out you can place a reserve. Please do not place online reserves for books that are not checked out, that are currently available. Just come in and check out the book or call 301.891.7259 to ask us to collect it from the shelf and put it behind the desk for you.