Adult department services

The following services are offered through the Adult Department of the Main Library. For further information, call (330) 821-2665.

• Audio-Visual Materials [1]
• Books and Large Print Materials [2]
• Books on CD [3]
• Books on Tape [4]
• Braille Books [5]
• Compact Discs [6] (Music)
• Current Magazines
• DVDs [7]
• Fax Machine
• Notary Public
• Photocopy Machine
• Videocassettes [8]
• Voter Registration Forms

Bookmobile

Bookmobile books are checked out for 2 weeks and may be renewed if needed.

Bookmobile patrons must have a library card with them to check out library materials.

Applications for library cards may be made at the Bookmobile, Main Library or the Carnation Mall Branch. There is a $1.00 fee for a lost card.

Items borrowed at the Bookmobile may be returned at the Main Library or Carnation Mall Branch. Items borrowed at the Main Library or Carnation Mall Branch may be returned to the Bookmobile.

Any resident of Ohio is eligible for a library card. All Bookmobile services are without charge unless items borrowed are lost or damaged.

Request for materials may be made by calling the Rodman Public Library at (330) 821-2665 or by using our online catalog at roc.rodmanlibrary.com [9].

If the Bookmobile experiences mechanical problems or bad weather and is not at the stop as scheduled, materials are automatically renewed and may be kept until the Bookmobile makes its next visit.

The Bookmobile department also offers home delivery services [13] for those patrons who are not able to come to the library.

Computer classes

As a continuing public service to the Alliance area, Rodman Public Library offers classes on the basics of computers and the Internet. These free classes are held in the Main Library. Space is limited for our popular hands-on computer classes and registration is required. See what's coming up on the calendar [14].

Topics vary from session to session. (Details on upcoming classes [15]) Class topics include how to find information on the Internet quickly and efficiently, how computers work, how to use a word processor, digital photography, and how to use Windows.

All classes are free of charge and open to the general public. Class times are at 10:00 a.m. unless otherwise noted.

Registration Information for hands-on classes [16]

Those attending may want to plan on spending some extra time after the classes to browse the Library's collection of materials on computers and the Internet. Computers [17] are also available in the Library for registered patrons to use free of charge.

Computer Questions?

Have a computer question? Contact our Systems staff for a personal appointment to help you solve your computer-related issues. Call 330-821-2665 x102 to schedule a time.

Courtesy notices--reminders about when your items are due

In an effort to help patrons avoid overdue fines, the library will now send reminder or "courtesy" notices via email. The notices will be emailed two days before most items are due or one day for videos and DVDs. The notices include a link to the catalog so that the recipient can easily renew their items if they are not finished with them. Registered borrowers must have a current and valid email address in their records to use this service.

To use either of these services, click on the "My Account/Renew" button [18] on the library’s web site at www.rodmanlibrary.com [19]. Call the library at 330-821-2665 for further information.

Credit card payments

Rodman Public Library now accepts payments by credit or debit card at both the Main Library and Carnation Mall Branch, as well as online.

There is no service charge to make a credit card payment, but a minimum payment of $5 is required. Visa, MasterCard and Discover will be accepted.

To pay online, patrons should go to the library catalog at roc.rodmanlibrary.com [9] and click on My Account/Renew. Log in using your last name and library barcode number, then click the link that has your fines listed. This will bring up a list of unpaid fines on your card. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click pay online. Follow the on-screen instructions to pay your fines online via credit card.

For more information on this or other services at Rodman Public Library call 330-821-2665, then press '0'.

Downloadable audiobooks & eBooks

More Free Downloads

In addition to our Ohio eBook Project [21] and SEO [22] collections, you can download free audiobooks, ebooks, music and video from many web sites. Here are a few.

The Internet Archive [23]
Audiobooks, ebooks, music, live music archive, and video

Project Gutenberg [24]
Audiobooks, ebooks, music, and video

LibriVox [25]
Audiobooks

WikiBooks [26]
Ebooks

ManyBooks.net [27]
Ebooks

OpenLibrary [28]
Ebooks

Early literacy stations for children

Rodman Public Library has recently purchased two Advanced Workstations in Education, Inc. (AWE) Early Literacy Stations and desks for the Main Children's Department through money provided by the Friends of Rodman Public Library. One station is also available at the Carnation City Mall Branch.

These self-contained computers have a colorful child-sized keyboard and mouse and 19 inch flat-screen monitor. They are loaded with 50 educational software programs for children ages 2-10 spanning seven curricular areas including reading and phonics, music and art, math, science, social studies, and computer skills.

Some popular and well-known programs available include Reader Rabbit, JumpStart, Sesame Street, and Kid Pix. The Early Literacy Stations have imaginative interfaces that encourage exploration. Many of the software programs contain disguised learning activities that expand the child's experience through games and extension activities.

These new computers will help the library fulfill its mission by supporting early literacy and school readiness skills in a fun and meaningful way. Grownups are encouraged to play along with the children to enhance the learning experience. Stop in soon to try them out.

For more information, contact the Children's Department at 330-821-2665, ext. 224.

Home delivery service

Rodman Public Library's Home Delivery Service provides library materials to homebound residents in parts of Stark, Columbiana, and Mahoning counties. See our service area map [29] for details.

We will deliver books to your residence each month by appointment. You may start, skip, or stop a delivery whenever you wish.

You are eligible for this free service if you are unable to visit one of our library locations or the bookmobile due to:

• Illness
• Physical Disability
• Lack of Transportation

Or if:

• You are temporarily homebound due to surgery or illness

The following materials are available:

• Books
  • Regular Print
  • Large Print
  • Paperbacks
• Audiobooks
  • Cassettes
  • Compact Discs
• DVDs and Videocassettes
• Music CDs
• Magazines

Contact the Bookmobile Department at Rodman Public Library
330-821-2665 x108 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday or send email to: rodmanbookmobile@rodmanlibrary.com [30] for more information.

Library notification options

Rodman Public Library offers a variety of notices to inform you. These notices include:

• Courtesy notices - received a day or two before your items are due (email and text only)
• Hold pickup notices - received the same day as when your requested items become available for you to pickup
• Overdue notices - first and second overdue notices
• New items that match your preferred searches - find out what has been recently cataloged in topics that you enjoy (email and text only)

You may opt to receive these notices in three different formats:

• Telephone notices
• Email notices
• Text message

Telephone notices are brief phone calls that tell you that something is available for you to pickup or that something is overdue. There are no details of what the item is in the message but you are told if your hold is available at the main library or the branch.

Email notices are the most complete of the three types of messages. They include the date, titles, where to pickup held items, any fines that are on your account, and how long the item will be held for you.

Text messages are short messages that tell you that something is available for pickup or if you have items overdue. They are best used in conjunction with email notices so you can get the full details or you may call the library at 330-821-2665 to find out what is available and where to pick it up.

How to Sign Up for a Particular Type of Notice:

If you prefer to receive your notices via email or telephone, you may do so by indicating one of these methods from the My Account/Renew button on our web site [31] Login with your name and barcode and select the 'Modify Personal Information' link.

If you prefer to receive your notices via text message, you may do so by notifying a staff member.

PLEASE NOTE: While there is no charge from the Library for this service, you may see a charge for incoming text messages at the standard rate applied by your cell phone carrier, depending on your plan or package.

Additional information on Rodman Library's Notification Policy is available. [32]

Mobile apps

You can now take the library with you wherever you go. Rodman Public Library is pleased to announce that we are now a part of Library Anywhere, a mobile application that lets you use the library on your smart phone or other web-capable device.

With this application, users can search the library catalog, place holds on items, and have access to library databases, including EBSCOhost and Biography Reference Bank. Users can also find library hours and locations, including bookmobile stops, send questions to library staff members, and find information about events happening at the library. You can now have access to all of this right from your phone.

Library Anywhere has a special application for iPhones (iPads,etc.) and Androids, and a universal version for Blackberry and all other web-enabled devices. Search Rodman Library's catalog, place holds, renew items, and more, from your phone. Simply search for Library Anywhere in the app store (or equivalent) on your phone and download the application for free. Those not using iPhones or Android phones can find the application by visiting http://www.libanywhere.com/m/286 [33].

Along with this new service, look for several enhancements to Rodman Public Library's catalog. We now offer book recommendations and similar titles within our catalog search feature to help you discover other titles that are related to your original search or a favorite author. Tagged browsing has also been added, which allows patrons to search and browse for books by tags (keywords and labels used to describe a book) that have been added by users of LibraryThing, an online home library cataloging service. The third enhancement to Rodman Library's catalog is links to related editions and translations of the same work.

Find all of these by searching Rodman Public Library's catalog at roc.rodmanlibrary.com [9], or with the new mobile application.

Notify me of new titles

Let the Library notify you when the latest books by your favorite author or on your favorite topic arrive. All you need is a valid email address.

Follow these easy steps to get started:

1. Login to your account by clicking the My Account/Renew [34] button located at the top of any screen.
2. Click the "Search Catalog" button and search for your favorite author, subject, series, etc.
3. Click the "Save this search" button.
4. Return to your account information by clicking the "Patron Record" button
5. Verify your email address. If your email address does not display or is incorrect, click the "Modify Personal Information" link. Update your email address and click "Submit".
6. Click the "Favorite Searches" button and check the box in the "Mark for Email" column. When a new title matching your search is cataloged, you will receive an email from the library listing the author and title. Follow the link in the message to place a reserve on the new title. The library will call you when it is ready for you to checkout.

 

For suggested subject headings to use for videos, large print books, books on CD and other popular formats, check out: Looking for Videos, Large Print, or Children's Materials? [35]

Public computers

Rodman Public Library offers numerous and various types of computers free of charge to the public. A valid Library Card [36] is all that is required to use the computers.

Almost all public Windows computers offer access to the Internet as well as general software titles. Some of the titles offered include Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Publisher 2007. Photoshop Elements is located on selected computers in the Reference Department. USB flash/thumb drives may be used on any of the public computers as a convenient way to save your work. They are available for purchase at the Circulation Desk for $10 each.

Main Adult Reference Department

• 15 Windows Computers
  • 15 Internet/Windows Software Computers
• B & W/Color Laser Printer
  • Accessible from all Windows Computers
  • A copy card is required for all printing from public computers. They may be purchased for $.50 at the Circulation Desk. Money can be added to the card at the copy machine and the card may be reused.
  • Cost of copies varies with paper size and whether you want to print in black and white or color.
    • Black and white copies: $.15 each.
    • Color copies: $.40 each.
    • Prints on 11 x 17 paper = 2 copies.
  • When you select print from one of the public computers, you will be informed of your cost. Enter a code (last four digits of phone number, your first name, etc.) that you will use to locate your print job on the print release station.
  • Please ask for assistance at anytime if you need help with our new process.
• 1 Laptop Computer
• 1 Simple Scan Document Center [37]
• 5 Online Catalog Terminals

Main Children's Department

• 3 Macintosh Computers with Internet access and Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac
• 3 Windows Computers with Internet access and Microsoft Office 2007
• Color Laser Printer
  • Accessible from all Computers
  • Black and white copies: $.15 each.
  • Color copies: $.40 each.
• 3 Online Catalog Terminals
• 2 Early Literacy Computers

Rodman Library Branch

• 3 Internet Computers with Microsoft Office 2007 (Windows)
• B&W Laser Printer
  • Accessible from all Internet Computers
  • Cost of printing is $.15 per printed sheet of paper
• 3 Laptop Computers
• 1 Online Catalog Computer
• 1 Early Literacy Computer
• 1 Simple Scan Document Center [37]

Public fax

Local businesses and individuals needing a fax now have one easily accessible at Rodman Public Library’s Main location at 215 E. Broadway Street. Faxes may be sent to any location in the United States or internationally. Those using the service are required to pay with a credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover) or to purchase a FaxCash® prepaid fax card at the library.

For those using a credit card, rates for faxes sent to locations in the United States are $1.50 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page. For international faxes, the rate is $4.95 for the first page and $3.45 for each additional page.

Those faxing by purchasing the $3.50 FaxCash® card can send three pages in the United States or one page internationally. FaxCash® cards may also be purchased for $6.50 to send six pages in the United States or two pages internationally.

For more information, call the Library at 330-821-2665.

Renew your library materials online

Rodman Public Library cardholders may renew their own materials online. All material may be renewed except for materials with reserves. If your materials are overdue, you can now renew them online. Any fines that have accrued will be added to your account.

If you encounter any problems or have any questions, please call the Library at 330-821-2665 for assistance.

To renew your materials:

1. Go to the catalog on the Web - roc.rodmanlibrary.com [9]
2. Click the My Account/Renew button located near the top of the screen.
3. Type your name and barcode number in the boxes and then click the Submit button.
4. You will see a List of the materials you currently have checked out. (Click the link marked "Items currently checked out" if you don't see the list.)
   

   

5. Select the materials you want to renew by checking the boxes in the RENEW column and then click the Renew Selected button. If you want to renew everything, click the Renew ALL button.
6. If you cannot renew items, a message will appear on the screen. If you are successful, a new due date will appear in the "STATUS" column. Always check the STATUS column for information on the success or failure of your renewal and any OVERDUE FINES added to your account.

If you encounter any problems with renewing your checked out items, please call the library at 330-821-2665 for assistance.

Overdue items with fines can be renewed online. The overdue fines will be added to your account and can be paid at the main library or the branch at any time.

SearchOhio

What is SearchOhio?

SearchOhio is a group of public libraries in the State of Ohio whose catalogs are all linked together to allow easy sharing of materials between the members. This resource sharing allows you to get the materials you desire from the member libraries when our library does not have an available copy, quickly and cost effectively.

Items may also be requested from Ohio's college and university libraries that participate in OhioLINK.

Who are the Member Libraries?

Currently, there are twenty member libraries:

• Akron-Summit County Public Library
• Cuyahoga County Public Library
• Cuyahoga Falls Public Library
• Delaware County Public Library
• Greene County Public Library
• Mansfield/Richland County Public Library
• Mentor Public Library
• Portage Library Consortium (Kent Free Library, Portage County District Library, Reed Memorial Library)
• Rodman Public Library
• Stark Libraries in Consortium – SLIC (Louisville Public Library, Massillon Public Library, Stark County District Library)
• Toledo-Lucas County Public Library
• Wadsworth Public Library
• Warren-Trumbull County Public Library
• Westerville Public Library
• Westlake Porter Public Library
• Youngstown-Mahoning County Public Library

How Many Materials are Available?

Over 60 million volumes are listed in the central databases for SearchOhio and OhioLINK.

How Do Items Get Requested through SearchOhio?

Always search for the title you want through Rodman Public Library's WebPAC first. If Rodman doesn't own the title, click the SearchOhio button that appears at the top or bottom of the screen in the row of navigation buttons. Another button also appears in the search results next to the "Your entry would be here" statement. The search will be passed through to the central SearchOhio catalog.

The central catalog displays the search results. Select the title that you want and then click the "Request this title" link in the center of the page:

When asked for the library you are affiliated with, select Rodman PL from the drop-down list. The next steps are exactly like placing a hold in our catalog: enter your last name, enter your barcode number, and select a location for pickup. Once the "Submit" button is clicked, a confirmation message that the request has been placed will display.

If an item is not available through SearchOhio, an option is available to search the OhioLINK database and request items from them.

How Long Does it Take to Get Something?

After you place your request, it will take 5-10 days for the material to be ready for pickup. This includes retrieval and packing time at the owning library, transportation via our cargo service, and unpacking time at our library. Pickup of items at the Carnation Mall Branch will take an additional day.

Where Can I Pick Up My Request?

Items will be delivered for pickup at the Main Library or Carnation Mall Branch. The Library will notify you when your material is ready for pickup.

What Prevents a Request from Going Through?

A number of things can affect a request from being completed:

• You owe too much money or have a block on your account.
• Teachers, children, restricted patrons, and temporary/visitors are not allowed to borrow.
• Rodman Library has an available copy.
• A hold has been placed on the item at the owning library.
• All copies in the central catalog are checked out, missing, not requestable, etc. Only titles that have available items will be loaned.

How Long is the Loan Period?

• Books will circulate for 21 days
• DVDs, videos, and other media will circulate for 7 days

All items may be renewed 3 times unless another patron at the owning library wants the item. You may renew them online or by telephone as with any Rodman materials.

What are the Fines and Replacement Fees for SearchOhio Items?

• All items are charged $.50 per day for overdue items.
• The maximum overdue charge is $25.00. The replacement fee for lost or damaged items is $25.00.

Simple Scan Document Center

“Easy to use” and “versatile” describe Rodman Public Library’s new energy-saving scanner, the Simple Scan Document Center. With large friendly buttons and a touch screen, the user is guided step-by-step through the scanning process of choosing the file format, color, scan quality, file name and destination. It is so versatile it scans photos, small or large documents and books into JPEG, PDF, HTML and even Word file formats that can be opened in any Word compatible text editor. The sheet feeder scans up to 40, two-sided sheets at a time. All scanned files can be saved to a USB drive, Google Docs, a Network folder or to email.

Simple Scan also offers lightning-fast speed and accuracy. It is powered by ABBYY FineReader Technology that can capture text with no distortion. The scanner orients and straightens scans so the text is never upside down, plus its multilingual recognition engine automatically detects English, Spanish, Italian, French and German languages.

The scanner, designed for users of all ages and levels of experience, is now available in the Reference Department of the Main Library and is free of charge. A second unit is available at the Branch and can also act as a photocopier.

Text-a-librarian

Do you text? Rodman Library does! You can send questions to a librarian at Rodman Public Library through our new text-a-librarian service. Simply send a text message with your question to 330-356-8133. Within a short time during regular business hours, a reference staff member will send an answer to your phone. Now Rodman Library and its reference department are always at your fingertips.

You can also receive text message notifications from Rodman Public Library. These include: courtesy notices received a day or two before your item is due, hold pickup notices received the same day as when your requested items become available for you to pick up, first and second overdue notices, and new items that match your preferred searches so you can easily find out what has been recently catalogued in your favorite topics or by your favorite author.

Text notifications are best used in conjunction with email notices so you can get the full details or you may call the library at 330-821-2665 to find out what is available and where to pick it up.

Also be sure to check out our new mobile app, available at www.libanywhere.com/m/286 [33] or by searching your App Store on any Apple or Android mobile device for "Library Anywhere". Take the library with you wherever you go. Check our web site at www.rodmanlibrary.com/services [38] for these and other services that we offer.

Video Eye! magnification system

Rodman Public Library has accepted a donation of a Video Eye! Power Magnification System. The Magnification System consists of a camera head, a lamp and a 27" monitor, and can be used as a reading aid for books, newspapers, photographs, calculators, pill bottles and more. The magnifier’s flexible arm allows for positioning of the viewing head by patrons for optimal use. This system is simple to use with indirect daylight or a lamp. It automatically focuses for viewing materials on the large screen. Patrons can find the machine located at the main library under the stairwell on the north side of the building. The library has acquired this machine through the generous donation of Dale Grove.

Wi-Fi

Rodman Public Library offers free wireless internet access at both the main library and the Carnation City Mall Branch. Patrons may bring their personal laptop computers or PDAs into the library to connect to the Internet.

Patrons must supply their own equipment, wireless card and Internet browser. Users are responsible for setting up their equipment to access Rodman Public Library’s Wi-Fi network. Printing access is not available via the Wi-Fi network. Patrons wishing to print must save information on a flash drive or email it to themselves to print from a public computer.

Like most public access "hotspots", the library’s Wi-Fi network is not secured and therefore it is not recommended to transfer personal information using this network. Wi-Fi access is provided as a free public service on an "as is" basis with no guarantee of service.

An informational pamphlet is available at the main library or on the library’s website [39]. For more information contact the library at 330-821-2665.