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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Posted By EPPL On December 15, 2011 @ 1:28 pm In | Comments Disabled
You can request a pass online [1] or call one of our libraries; passes can only be picked up at Weaver.
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Free public Internet computers are available at each location, you can also bring in a laptop to connect to our wireless network.
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Patrons may get a card by showing proof of Rhode Island residency. This can be a driver’s license, car registration, checkbook, mail etc. as long as the current address is shown.
You may also get a card if you show that you are employed or enrolled in a school in RI. Children under 14 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign their application.
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Over the telephone by calling the library (Weaver 434-2453) or through our automated phone system at 736-0965.
On the web through the Library Catalog [2] (click on the link view your patron record and follow prompts for “items out.” Click the check box next to the items you wish to renew, then click on the “renew” box).
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The library circulates books, magazines, videocassettes, audio books, compact discs, and DVDs. See the chart for loan periods, fines and renewals.
| Material | Loan Period | Daily Overdue Rate |
| Books | 3 weeks (limit 4 per subject) 1 renewal | 10 cents |
| Magazines | 1 week | 10 cents |
| Videos | 1 week (limit 5 per card) 1 renewal | $2.00 |
| DVD | 1 week (limit 5 per card) 1 renewal | $2.00 |
| Books on CD | 3 weeks (limit 5 per card) 1 renewal | |
| Music CD’s | 1 week (limit 5 per card) 1 renewal | $2.00 |
| Museum Pass | $5.00 |
You can pay the library’s listed price to replace a copy of the item.
You may buy a NEW replacement copy of the item, and bring it in to the library.
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We have an automated calling system that will notify you when you have items to be picked up, or items overdue. You can give us an email address if your prefer email notification.
Canceling Hold Requests
To delete one hold at a time in the library catalog, check off the title you wish to delete then choose UPDATE LIST. DO NOT USE CANCEL ALL (this deletes all your holds, and there is no way to get them back).
We have a small study room that can be used on a first come, first served basis. We also have two larger meeting rooms that can be used by non-profit agencies.
Check here for the Program Room Application [3]
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[1] request a pass online: http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=eppls&curapp=passes
[2] Library Catalog: http://catalog.oslri.net/
[3] Program Room Application: http://www.eastprovidencelibrary.org/epl/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/ProgramRoomApplication.pdf
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