Renovation Project- Coming in February

In February, the library will undergo a major interior renovation project, which will include painting, replacing the carpeting, installing new service desks, and relocating the Children’s Department. 

This is the first major renovation of the building, which was built in 1991.  All of the components of the project are geared to making the library user-friendly, welcoming, and a pleasant place to visit. 

The scope of the project will require the library to be closed for business from January 27th until March 5th.  During this time, Acorn Public Library in Oak Forest will be processing our interlibrary loans, and Acorn and Crestwood Public Library will assist patrons by placing holds and providing other patron services.   In addition, Midlothian Public Library cards are valid at any SWAN library.  Click here for a list of these libraries or ask at the Main Desk.

Book Donations

Due to our extensive renovation project, the library will be unable to accept book donations
between January 10, 2012–March 15, 2012.

Donations will again be accepted when the project has been completed.

RENOVATION FAQs

When will the library be closed?
We will be closed on Friday, January 27th to prepare for renovations. Our expected opening date is March 5th.

What are you doing?
We will undergo a major interior renovation in that includes: painting, new carpeting, electrical work, relocating the children’s and reference departments, as well as a redesign of the circulation/check out desk.

What library can I use?
You may use any suburban library with your Midlothian library card.

Where can I return my books?
You may return your books to any suburban library or their book drop. Midlothian’s book drop will be locked.

Can I place holds?
Patrons will not be able to place holds directly on SWAN while our library is closed. Staff members at local libraries will assist you with placing holds. We strongly recommend you work with Acorn Library or Crestwood library to place holds.

Where do I pick up my holds?
Acorn Library

What if my library card expires?
If your library card is expired during our renovation Crestwood library will renew cards for one month. You will need to renew your card again once we reopen.

Where can I get internet access?
You may use the Internet at suburban libraries. Charges and Library card requirements vary for each library and their local rules will apply.

Can I use the library’s electronic collections while you are closed?
Yes, Media on Demand and all our databases will be active.

Media on Demand

You can download best-selling and classic audiobooks & eBooks anytime, anywhere.

You can browse the collection, check out with your library card, and download to PC, Mac®, and many mobile devices including Kindle! To get started, you will need to install free software. For audiobooks, music, and video: OverDrive® Media Console™. To read eBooks, you’ll need Adobe® Digital Editions. Titles can be enjoyed immediately or transferred to a variety of devices, including iPod®, iPad®, Sony® Reader™, Kindle, and many others. Some audio titles can also be burned to CD to listen on-the-go. Titles will automatically expire at the end of the lending period. There are no late fees!

With hundreds of popular fiction and non-fiction titles to choose from, the new collection is guaranteed to have something for everyone. You can download best-selling novels, well-known classics, self-improvement guides, and much more.

This new service, powered by OverDrive, is free with your library card. To get started downloading audiobooks, eBooks, and more, visit www.mediaondemand.org

This service was made possible with a grant from Rep. Bobby Rush

Pre-Register Online for a Library Card

Residents of Midlothian Illinois are eligible to pre-register online for a library card by filling out this Registration Form.

You will receive a temporary library card number that expires in 14 days.
This temporary card number allows access to online resources. 
January 27th through March 5th we will be under renovation and will be unable to issue library cards. 
If your temporary library card expires during this time, you can reapply for a new one.

You must visit the library within 14 days of receiving your temporary library card number to complete the library card registration process and receive a permanent library card number.

When you come to the library to pick up your permanent library card you must present two valid forms of identification (one must be a photo ID):